Clone Trooper (Phase 1) - Yellow Markings, 212th Attack Battalion / 327th Star Corps style
sw0221 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2009
Figure ID
sw0221
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Standard black head with plain white Clone Trooper face underneath the Phase 1 helmet. The helmet features Phase 1 printing with yellow fin and face chevron markings.
Torso
White torso with Clone Trooper armor printing, black straps, gray details, and yellow chest accent. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain white legs with a black hip piece.
Accessories
Typically paired with a black standard LEGO blaster (not visible fully in the image, but standard for the set).
Color Scheme
Primary white and black, with distinct yellow accent markings on the helmet and torso.
Printing Details
Standard 2009 Clone Wars animated style pad printing, featuring thick black outlines and stylized armor contours.
Variants
Appears in multiple variations corresponding to different legions (e.g., green for 41st, blue for 501st, red for Coruscant Guard, dark red for 104th).
Condition Notes
Common wear points include yellowing of white plastic, fading on the helmet fin or chest printing, and loose clutch power in the hips.
Estimated Value
$10 to $25 USD depending on condition and completeness.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets priced around $12 to $50 USD depending on the battle pack or larger vehicle it came with.
Compatible Sets
7748 Corporate Alliance Tank Droid (2009), 8014 Clone Walker Battle Pack (2009)
Character Background
Generic Clone Troopers of the Grand Army of the Republic serving under the Galactic Republic during the Clone Wars, depicted in the animated stylistic appearance.
Design Notes
Features the classic Phase 1 Clone Trooper helmet mold introduced for the 2008 Clone Wars animated movie and series wave, characterized by the prominent central fin.
Similar Minifigures
sw0222 (Clone Trooper Clone Wars with Blue Markings), sw0223 (Clone Trooper Clone Wars with Green Markings)
Collectibility
High demand among army builders and Star Wars prequel trilogy collectors.
History
Released during the height of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series wave in 2009, establishing the standard for animated-style clone troopers before realistic printing returned.
Interesting Facts
The Clone Wars animated style figures have a distinct oversized eye print compared to their realistic movie-accurate counterparts.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an army-building formation alongside other Clone Wars Republic troops on a transparent tiered display stand.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Clone Army building, MOCs of Geonosis or Christophsis battles, and purist custom commander conversions.
Overall Assessment
A highly nostalgic and sought-after troop builder from the classic 2009 Clone Wars era, essential for any LEGO Star Wars prequel collection.