Gamorrean Guard (Olive Green, Detailed Pattern)
sw0405 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 6: Return of the Jedi · 2012
Figure ID
sw0405
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While it appeared in two sets, it is a highly sought-after army builder figure from discontinued sets.
Head
Unique molded olive green head piece featuring a pig-like snout, tusks, and small horns. It is a specialized head-torso topper that fits over a standard stud.
Torso
Dark brown and reddish brown ragged tunic print with a dark brown belt and metallic silver buckle. Olive green arms and hands with dark bluish gray shoulder armor (pauldrons) printed on the mold.
Legs
Olive green legs with dark brown tattered cloth printing on the hips and upper leg sections.
Accessories
Typically comes with a silver halberd/axe or a short sword. The figure in the image is missing its weapon accessory.
Color Scheme
Dominant Olive Green skin tone with Dark Brown and Reddish Brown clothing accents and Dark Bluish Gray armor details.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso and hips. The molded head features precise paint applications for the eyes, tusks, and snout.
Variants
This is the 2012 redesigned version. A previous version (sw0075) existed from 2003-2006 with a much simpler yellow-green mold and less detail.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the horns on the head mold and the paint on the tusks. Check for 'torso cracks' under the arms which is common for 2012-era figures.
Estimated Value
New: $25 - $35; Used Complete: $15 - $22; Loose/Incomplete: $10 - $14. Values fluctuate based on army-building demand.
Price (New)
Featured in set 9516 Jabba's Palace ($119.99) and set 75005 Rancor Pit ($59.99).
Compatible Sets
9516 Jabba's Palace (2012), 75005 Rancor Pit (2013).
Character Background
Gamorreans are porcine humanoids from the planet Gamorr, most famously serving as loyal but dim-witted guards for Jabba the Hutt in Tatooine.
Design Notes
This 2012 update was a massive step up from the 2003 version, utilizing a much more screen-accurate olive green and a highly detailed custom-molded head.
Similar Minifigures
sw0075 Gamorrean Guard (Classic), sw1195 Gamorrean Guard (Book of Boba Fett version with more olive/tan tones).
Collectibility
High demand. Collectors often seek 2 to 6 of these to flank a LEGO Jabba the Hutt, making them a consistently liquid asset in the LEGO secondary market.
History
Launched during the 'Gold Age' of Star Wars set remakes (2012), this figure marked a transition toward more realistic skin tones and complex textures.
Interesting Facts
The head piece is actually hollow and sits over a standard plain head or stud; the pauldrons are molded as part of the head/shoulder piece rather than being separate armor.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in pairs outside a Jabba's Palace MOC or inside the Rancor Pit set. Use warm lighting to highlight the olive green textures.
Modification Potential
The head piece is often used in fantasy MOCs to create Orcs or pig-beast creatures due to its high detail.
Overall Assessment
9/10. One of the best-executed alien designs in the Star Wars line. Its unique mold and accurate colors make it a standout piece for any collector.