Chewbacca - White, Festive Pattern (Star Wars Life Day / Christmas)
sw1163 · Star Wars
Seasonal: Advent Calendar / LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special · 2021 (Included in the 2021 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar)
Figure ID
sw1163
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2021 (Included in the 2021 LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. Exclusive to a single seasonal set and discontinued after the holiday window.
Head
Integral to the torso; white molded hair piece with black eye and nose printing. No separate head component.
Torso
White mold representing snow-covered or albino fur. Features a diagonal festive printing: a green and red 'Life Day' style bandolier.
Legs
Standard white minifigure legs; unprinted (note: the image shows the figure without legs attached).
Accessories
Typically packaged with a colorful snowball launcher (stud shooter) in its set, though often displayed with a white bowcaster.
Color Scheme
Primary white body with red and green 'Christmas' accents on the bandolier print.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the chest area only. High contrast black ink for the facial features. Minimalist but sharp alignment.
Variants
This is a seasonal variant; traditional variants include the standard brown (sw0011) and the modern reddish-brown (sw0532).
Condition Notes
Susceptible to yellowing if exposed to UV light. White plastic shows dirt and scuffs more easily than darker colors.
Estimated Value
Used (Complete): $5-$8 USD. New/Sealed: $10-$12 USD. Figures missing legs (like the image) are valued at approximately $3-$4 USD.
Price (New)
MSRP for the 75307 Advent Calendar was $39.99 USD, containing 7 minifigures (approx $5.70 per figure).
Compatible Sets
75307 Star Wars Advent Calendar 2021.
Character Background
Inspired by Chewbacca's appearance in holiday-themed LEGO media, referencing the Wookiee holiday of Life Day from the 1978 Holiday Special.
Design Notes
Uses the modern Chewbacca mold (introduced in 2014) but cast in white plastic for the first time for a retail figure.
Similar Minifigures
Santa Darth Vader (sw0599), Reindeer Gungan, and Festive BB-8 (sw0868).
Collectibility
High for seasonal completionists and Star Wars fans. Festive variants tend to maintain steady value over time.
History
Follows the tradition of 'Holiday' Star Wars figures that began with the 2011 Advent Calendar's Santa Yoda.
Interesting Facts
The white fur is a nod both to snow/Christmas and to 'Lowbacca', Chewbacca's albino nephew from the Star Wars Expanded Universe.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a Winter Village MOC or alongside other festive Star Wars figures on a snowy baseplate.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'Hoth' themed Wookiee MOCs or as a base for a custom 'Lowbacca' minifigure.
Overall Assessment
A charming and unique variant of an iconic character. Recommended for collectors who enjoy the whimsical side of the LEGO Star Wars theme.