Series 26 - Alien Beetlezoid
col26-7 · Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Series 26 - Space · May 2024; released as part of the specialized 12-character Space-themed lineup celebrating LEGO’s sci-fi history.
Figure ID
col26-7
Theme
Collectible Minifigures (CMF)
Year Released
May 2024; released as part of the specialized 12-character Space-themed lineup celebrating LEGO’s sci-fi history.
Rarity
Common but character-specific; it is mass-produced as part of the CMF line, though the blind-box packaging requires scouting based on QR codes or weight.
Head
Features a unique molded beetle-like alien head in dark green and lime, including compound eye printing and mandibles.
Torso
Dark green torso with intricate lime and teal bio-armor printing; back features a specialized wing-casing (elytra) attachment point.
Legs
Standard dark green legs with lime green printing on the shins and knees representing alien exoskeleton plating.
Accessories
Equipped with a metallic translucent-blue wing piece (elytra) that fits over the neck and a dark grey berry-clump or alien food item.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are dark green, lime green, and teal, with translucent blue accents for the wings.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, front of torso, back of torso, and front of legs; features high color contrast.
Variants
None; this is the first and only version of the Alien Beetlezoid character.
Condition Notes
Inspect for 'stress marks' on the wing piece clips and surface scratches on the translucent plastic of the wings.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD (New/Sealed), $4.00 - $6.00 USD (Used complete).
Price (New)
MSRP of $4.99 USD in 2024.
Compatible Sets
71046 LEGO Minifigures Series 26 Space.
Character Background
A tribute to the 'Insectoids' and 'Galaxy Squad' themes, representing an insect-organic alien lifeform from the Beetlezoid species.
Design Notes
Notable for the unique head mold and the use of translucent plastic for the wing assembly to mimic insect wings.
Similar Minifigures
Galaxy Squad Buggoids, Insectoids figures (1998), and Series 21 Alien Bounty Hunter.
Collectibility
High demand due to the popularity of the Series 26 Space theme; excellent for army building and sci-fi dioramas.
History
The first CMF series to exclusively feature the 'large' data matrix codes on boxes, allowing collectors to identify the figure before purchase.
Interesting Facts
The QR code shown in the image (106S6/011493) confirms this specific box contains the Alien Beetlezoid (US factory).
Display Suggestions
Ideal for alien jungle scenes or insectoid starships; looks best under UV lighting to highlight the translucent blue wings.
Modification Potential
Great for 'hive' MOCs; the head and wing pieces are highly desirable for fantasy creature builds.
Overall Assessment
9/10 - A standout figure of Series 26 with a unique mold, vibrant colors, and strong nostalgia ties for classic LEGO Space fans.