Pharaoh Amset-Ra
pha008 · Pharaoh's Quest
Adventure / Ancient Egypt · 2011; debuted in the largest set of the theme, Scorpion Pyramid (7327)
Figure ID
pha008
Theme
Pharaoh's Quest
Year Released
2011; debuted in the largest set of the theme, Scorpion Pyramid (7327)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare; exclusive to a single high-price point set that was retired over a decade ago
Head
Double-sided flesh-tone head: one side with a stern look/goatee, the other with a 'mummy' or spectral transformation face
Torso
Dark red robe design with gold necklace (Usekh), blue jewel, and sash detail; light flesh-tone arms and hands
Legs
Light flesh-tone legs (representing bare skin) with detailed dark red kilt printing and striped loincloth wrap
Accessories
Red jagged-bottom cloth cape, gold Nemes headpiece molded in white and gold, and a gold Pearl Gold snake staff/scepter
Color Scheme
Dark Red, Pearl Gold, and Light Flesh; consistent with ancient Egyptian royal depictions
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing including a complex torso design and unique face printing; the kilt detail on the legs is particularly sharp for the era
Variants
Only one official variant of this specific character design; however, other Pharaoh figures exist in the CMF line (Series 2) and Adventurers theme
Condition Notes
The red cape is prone to fraying at the jagged edges; the gold staff is made of a softer plastic and can bend or show stress marks; headpiece gold paint may rub off
Estimated Value
Used: $15 - $25; New: $35 - $50; prices fluctuate based on cape condition and staff inclusion
Price (New)
Included in Scorpion Pyramid (7327) which retailed for $99.99 USD in 2011
Compatible Sets
7327 Scorpion Pyramid
Character Background
The primary antagonist of the Pharaoh's Quest theme; an ancient ruler awakened to reclaim his six lost treasures from the adventurers
Design Notes
The Nemes headpiece is a specialized dual-molded/printed part unique to this era; it represents a more realistic 'modern' take on Egyptian motifs compared to the 1990s Adventurers line
Similar Minifigures
Pharaoh (Collectible Minifigures Series 2), Mummy (Pharaoh's Quest), King Kahuka (Islanders), Ramses (Adventurers)
Collectibility
High for fans of historical or pulp-adventure themes; stable value with increasing interest in retired 2010-era unique themes
History
Released during LEGO's brief return to unlicensed adventure themes between the Indiana Jones and Ninjago eras; served as the 'Big Bad' for the line
Interesting Facts
The headpiece was specifically designed to fit over the Pharaoh's head while allowing for the dual-sided 'shriveled' face to be hidden correctly
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a tan/sand baseplate or within a stone-colored temple MOC with his staff held upright; keep out of direct sunlight to prevent cape fading
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Ancient Greek or Egyptian gods; the torso and legs are versatile for historical MOCs
Overall Assessment
A standout figure of the early 2011 era; high quality printing and unique molded headgear make it a centerpiece character for any historical or pulp-adventure collector