Green Lantern - John Stewart
sh528 · Marvel & DC Super Heroes
DC Comics Super Heroes · 2018 (Included in the LEGO DC Super Heroes Visual Dictionary)
Figure ID
sh528
Theme
Marvel & DC Super Heroes
Year Released
2018 (Included in the LEGO DC Super Heroes Visual Dictionary)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare; it was exclusive to the LEGO DC Super Heroes Visual Dictionary book, meaning it was never sold in a traditional brick-and-mortar toy set.
Head
Reddish Brown head with green eyes (representing the GL power), a slight smirk, and black textured hair (Part 18227). It is single-sided to accommodate the short hair piece.
Torso
Black torso with Green Lantern Corps emblem on a green circular background. Features a green and black muscle suit pattern with green highlights on the sides. Black arms with reddish-brown hands.
Legs
Dual-molded legs: black on top and bright green on the bottom to represent boots. The hips are black with no additional printing.
Accessories
Typically comes with one or two translucent green power ring/bolt pieces (Power Burst elements) when purchased with the book, though they are missing in the provided image.
Color Scheme
A striking combination of Black and Bright Green, representing the Green Lantern Corps uniform, with Reddish Brown for skin tones.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back). The dual-molded legs eliminate the need for wrap-around printing at the feet, providing a clean look.
Variants
This is the only official John Stewart minifigure released by LEGO to date. It differs from the Hal Jordan versions (sh052, sh145) by skin tone and torso graphic.
Condition Notes
Watch for hair-line cracks on the sides of the torso (common in dark-colored plastic) and check the dual-molding seam on the legs for any plastic stress.
Estimated Value
New (with book): $25-$35 USD; Used (Loose): $18-$25 USD. Pricing is stable due to the popularity of the character.
Price (New)
Originally included in the Visual Dictionary which retailed for approximately $18.99-$21.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
5005663 LEGO DC Super Heroes Heroes Visual Dictionary (2018).
Character Background
John Stewart is a former U.S. Marine and architect who became a member of the Green Lantern Corps after being selected by the Guardians of the Universe to succeed Guy Gardner and Hal Jordan.
Design Notes
The use of dual-molded legs for the boots was a significant upgrade over the basic printed legs used for early Hal Jordan figures.
Similar Minifigures
Hal Jordan (sh145), Simon Baz (sh443 - SDCC Exclusive), and Jessica Cruz (sh526).
Collectibility
High. Since this is the only John Stewart figure, Justice League collectors see this as an essential 'member' to complete their roster.
History
Follows the legacy of Green Lantern minifigures that began with the ultra-rare SDCC 2011 Hal Jordan, slowly expanding the Corps roster over a decade.
Interesting Facts
Despite his popularity in the Justice League animated series, it took LEGO six years after starting the DC line to finally release a John Stewart figure.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Justice League members or on a translucent green 'construct' baseplate to mimic his ring's powers.
Modification Potential
Excellent for purist customs; the head is often used for other African American characters in MOCs, and the torso is the gold standard for GL Corps recruits.
Overall Assessment
A top-tier licensed minifigure with great technical execution (dual-molding). Essential for DC collectors and a solid investment due to its single-source availability.