Plo Koon
sw0198 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars · 2008 - Released alongside the launch of 'The Clone Wars' animated series movie and first sets.
Figure ID
sw0198
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2008 - Released alongside the launch of 'The Clone Wars' animated series movie and first sets.
Rarity
Uncommon - Exclusive to four specific sets released between 2008 and 2014, including the 7676 Republic Attack Gunship.
Head
Unique molded head piece made of soft rubber/plastic (ABS/TPR). Orange skin with detailed grey breathing mask/antox mask printing and black/silver eyes.
Torso
Dark Brown with robe/tunic printing front and back, silver buckle detail on the belt, and dark brown arms with black hands.
Legs
Dark Brown plain legs without printing.
Accessories
Includes one blue-bladed lightsaber with a metallic silver hilt. Note: In some sets, particularly earlier ones, he may have come with a light-blue or trans-neon green blade depending on the source media error.
Color Scheme
Earth Brown/Dark Brown primarily with an Orange and Grey head. Metallic silver accents on the torso belt and lightsaber.
Printing Details
Simple but effective; focus is on the torso tunic lines and the highly detailed dual-molded/printed rubber head mold.
Variants
This is the 'Clone Wars' stylized version (sw0198). A later variant (sw0538) was released in 2014 with updated, more realistic eye printing and slightly different torso lines.
Condition Notes
The soft rubber head is prone to dust collection and can suffer from 'tackiness' if stored in heat. Check for tooth marks or splits in the mask's 'tusks'.
Estimated Value
Used: $15 - $25; New/Unassembled: $35 - $45 (USD). Price varies based on hilt chrome condition and head stiffness.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from the $30 8093 Plo Koon's Starfighter to the $120 7676 Republic Attack Gunship.
Compatible Sets
7676 Republic Attack Gunship, 8093 Plo Koon's Jedi Starfighter, 10198 Tantive IV (as a secret variant in some regions/mispacks), and 75045 AV-7 Anti-Vehicle Cannon.
Character Background
A Kel Dor Jedi Master and member of the Jedi High Council. Known for discovering Ahsoka Tano and commanding the 104th Battalion (Wolfpack).
Design Notes
The head is an early example of LEGO using specialized rubberized molds for non-humanoid species, moving away from standard minifigure head shapes.
Similar Minifigures
Saesee Tiin (sw0274), Kit Fisto (sw0163), and Ki-Adi-Mundi (sw0911) which also used specialized head molds in the Clone Wars era.
Collectibility
High. As a fan-favorite Jedi Master with a unique aesthetic, he is essential for Star Wars Council or Clone Wars collectors.
History
Debuted in 2008 as part of the initial 'stylized eye' wave of Clone Wars figures which faced mixed reviews but now hold nostalgic value.
Interesting Facts
The character famously had a yellow lightsaber in older comics/toys, but LEGO strictly adhered to the Blue and Green blades seen in the films and TV show.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Ahsoka Tano and Commander Wolffe to recreate his most iconic scenes from the 'Malevolence' arc.
Modification Potential
The head can be swapped onto more modern Jedi robes (like sw1093) to create a 'Realistic' style Plo Koon with better torso detailing.
Overall Assessment
A foundational piece of the LEGO Star Wars Clone Wars line. The head mold remains impressive today, making it a 8/10 collectibility rating.