Chef - Dragon Chocolatier
col22-9 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 22 · Released in January 2022. It debuted as part of the 22nd wave of LEGO's blind-bag character series. This period signaled a shift toward more complex dual-molding and specific character narratives within the CMF line.
Figure ID
col22-9
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
Released in January 2022. It debuted as part of the 22nd wave of LEGO's blind-bag character series. This period signaled a shift toward more complex dual-molding and specific character narratives within the CMF line.
Rarity
Uncommon. As a blind-bag figure, it is limited to the production run of Series 22, which is now retired. Its rarity is boosted by the unique accessories like the brown dragon.
Head
Features a yellow head with a cheerful, open-mouthed grin and eyes with white pupils. It is topped with a white chef's hat that is an integrated piece with dark tan hair peeking out from the front.
Torso
White torso with short sleeves (yellow hands). The front features a reddish-brown apron print with a gold whisk logo and a small kitchen thermometer peeking out of a top pocket. The back print continues the apron ties.
Legs
The legs are dark tan with reddish-brown printing to represent the lower half of the apron. It includes dual-molding or refined printing to differentiate between the apron and the boots/trousers.
Accessories
Includes a large white piping bag with a brown tip representing chocolate frosting. The standout accessory is a small, solid reddish-brown dragon figure (baby dragon mold) on a white cupcake stand, representing a chocolate sculpture.
Color Scheme
The primary palette consists of white, reddish-brown, and yellow, with dark tan and gold accents. This mimics the appearance of a professional pastry chef working with milk chocolate.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and legs (front). The whisk logo is crisp gold. Alignment is typical of CMF standards, which generally exceed standard City-themed figures.
Variants
No official color variants of this specific figure exist, though the chef's hat/hair piece and the brown dragon are variants of components seen in other contexts (e.g., different hair colors or dragon colors).
Condition Notes
The white torso and hat are susceptible to darkening or dirt over time. The reddish-brown dragon is made of a standard plastic that can show bite marks or scratches easily if handled by children.
Estimated Value
Used complete sets typically sell for $4.00 - $6.00 USD. New, sealed bags can range from $7.00 - $10.00 USD. The value remains stable as it's a popular 'job' figure for City dioramas.
Price (New)
Original retail price was $4.99 USD per blind bag in 2022.
Compatible Sets
71032 LEGO Collectible Minifigures Series 22. It is also a perfect addition to sets like 10267 Gingerbread House or 10312 Jazz Club for the kitchen area.
Character Background
This character is a specialized chocolatier or pastry chef. Her 'masterpiece' is the chocolate dragon, showcasing her high level of skill. She represents the culinary arts within the LEGO City ecosystem.
Design Notes
The use of the baby dragon mold in reddish-brown is a clever 're-skin' of a fantasy part to represent a real-world object (chocolate). The integrated hat/hair piece provides a much more stable and realistic look than separate pieces.
Similar Minifigures
Series 17 Confectioner, Series 6 Swashbuckler (for the hat mold style), and the various Baker/Chef figures found in LEGO City or Modular Building sets.
Collectibility
Medium. While not as sought after as licensed figures, 'food' themed CMFs have a high long-term demand for MOC builders creating restaurants and cafes.
History
LEGO has produced many chefs since the 1970s, but this is one of the first specifically designated as a chocolatier. It follows a trend of increasing specialization in CMF career figures.
Interesting Facts
The dragon sculpt she holds is the same mold used for the baby dragons in the LEGO Elves and Ninjago themes, but here it is treated entirely as an inanimate edible object.
Display Suggestions
Display in a kitchen vignette or a bakery-themed modular building. It looks best placed next to a display case or on a counter with other baked-good accessories.
Modification Potential
The head and hair are very versatile for City citizens. The chocolate dragon is highly prized by MOC builders for decorating 'Willy Wonka' style factory builds or fancy dining scenarios.
Overall Assessment
A delightful and well-executed figure. The chocolate dragon accessory makes it a standout. Score: 8/10 for design and utility in a LEGO collection.