Carnage - Short Legs
sh187 · Marvel Super Heroes
Ultimate Spider-Man · 2015
Figure ID
sh187
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Uncommon. While widely available in a mid-range set during its release, it is a highly sought-after Marvel villain and was specifically produced with this unique printing only for a short window.
Head
Red head with full-print white eyes surrounded by black jagged borders. Includes black vein-like patterns across the face. Single-sided printing.
Torso
Red torso with black 'symbiote' vein printing and a central black-and-light-yellow organic emblem. Red arms and hands to match the body.
Legs
Red short legs (non-poseable), indicating a shorter stature or more juvenile/creepy form of the character. Features black vein printing on the front of the legs.
Accessories
Typically comes with various red 'tendrils' or appendages made of flame/splat pieces and a back-neck bracket (part 18986). The figure in the image is missing these accessories.
Color Scheme
Primary Red with Black details and small hints of Yellow/Tan on the chest emblem.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso (front only), and legs. The webbing/vein pattern is intricate and mimics the comic book 'tendril' aesthetic.
Variants
There are several variants (sh175, sh542, sh741). This specific version (sh187) is the only one to utilize the 'Short Legs' piece.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck stud from the bracket and the red plastic showing stress marks if the arms are moved excessively. The printing on the chest is prone to scratching.
Estimated Value
Used: $8.00 - $12.00; New: $15.00 - $20.00. Value is heavily dictated by the presence of the back tendrils, which are missing here.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 76036 which retailed for $12.99 USD in 2015.
Compatible Sets
76036 Carnage's S.H.I.E.L.D. Sky Attack
Character Background
Cletus Kasady, a serial killer who merged with the offspring of the Venom symbiote to become the chaotic villain Carnage. This version is themed after the Disney XD 'Ultimate Spider-Man' animated series.
Design Notes
The use of short legs was a unique design choice for Carnage, possibly to emphasize his agility or 'creepy-crawly' nature compared to the larger Venom minifigures of the time.
Similar Minifigures
Venom (sh113), Carnage (sh175), Spider-Man (Miles Morales - sh190).
Collectibility
High. Marvel symbiote collectors usually aim to own every variant of Carnage; however, the lack of poseable legs makes it less desirable for some display enthusiasts compared to the 2021 versions.
History
First debuted in 2015 alongside the Miles Morales Spider-Man figure, marking a significant expansion of the Spider-Verse line in LEGO sets.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a violent character, this figure was marketed in a set rated 6-12, utilizing stylized art to keep the character within brand safety guidelines.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with a 'web' or 'slime' baseplate. Looks excellent alongside Venom and the various Spider-Man iterations in a hero-vs-villain diorama.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' customs; the torso is frequently used to create larger custom Carnage figures by simply swapping the short legs for standard adult-sized red legs.
Overall Assessment
A solid B-tier Marvel minifigure. It is a faithful representation of the animated character, though the image provided shows an incomplete version without the signature back-tendrils.