Lex Luthor - Power Armor
sh015 · Super Heroes
DC Comics · 2012, released alongside the Batman theme revival and the DC Universe Super Heroes launch.
Figure ID
sh015
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2012, released alongside the Batman theme revival and the DC Universe Super Heroes launch.
Rarity
Rare, due to being exclusive to a single larger set and discontinued for over a decade.
Head
Light nougat skin tone, dual-sided facial printing featuring a stern, determined expression with furrowed eyebrows and lines on the sides; bald head piece, unique to this character design.
Torso
Dark purple torso with mechanical detailing under a specialized bulky lime green shoulder armor piece that fits over the neck; purple arms and green hands.
Legs
Standard lime green legs with no additional printing.
Accessories
Bulky green mechanical shoulder/chest armor piece with purple highlights.
Color Scheme
Primary lime green and dark purple, characteristic of classic comic book Lex Luthor battlesuits.
Printing Details
Pad-printed facial features and torso detailing with precise alignment and crisp lines.
Variants
Includes a version with a slightly different facial expression and later iterations of Lex Luthor in modern suits or different power armor designs.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the large plastic neck armor piece and minor scuffs on the green torso and legs.
Estimated Value
Used complete is typically valued between $15 to $25 USD depending on condition.
Price (New)
Originally released in a set retailing for $49.99 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
6862 Superman vs. Power Armor Lex
Character Background
Lex Luthor is Superman's ultimate arch-nemesis, a brilliant billionaire industrialist who uses advanced technological power armor to level the playing field against the Man of Steel.
Design Notes
Features a specialized bulky shoulder armor piece that effectively simulates the iconic robotic exoskeleton worn by Luthor in the comics.
Similar Minifigures
Other DC Super Heroes villains from the 2012 wave such as The Joker, Brainiac, and General Zod.
Collectibility
High demand among DC Super Heroes collectors seeking classic comic-accurate iterations of major villains.
History
Debuted in the very first wave of modern DC Universe Super Heroes sets in 2012, marking a major milestone for LEGO DC themes.
Interesting Facts
This version of Lex Luthor in his iconic mech suit is directly inspired by his appearance in early 2010s DC comics and video games.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside the Superman minifigure from the same set, standing on a dark or neutral baseplate.
Modification Potential
The mechanical armor parts can be used for custom sci-fi mech pilots or futuristic space villains.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, iconic villain figure that is essential for any DC Super Heroes collection due to its unique molded armor piece.