Hypnotized LEGO Worker / Hypno Eye
Part 98138pb013 (Decorative Round 1x1 Tile) · The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie - Series 1 CMF / General Sets · 2014 - Released alongside The LEGO Movie sets and CMF Series.
Figure ID
Part 98138pb013 (Decorative Round 1x1 Tile)
Theme
The LEGO Movie
Year Released
2014 - Released alongside The LEGO Movie sets and CMF Series.
Rarity
Common. This is a printed accessory tile rather than a full minifigure, though it is used as a 'replacement head' or 'eye override' for several characters.
Head
The object shown is a Trans-Clear Round 1x1 Tile with a lavender/light purple swirl and white dot printing. In context, it represents a character being hypnotized by Lord Business's 'Kragle' or 'Micro-Managers'.
Torso
Not applicable; this is a single accessory part commonly used to modify or 'hypnotize' standard minifigures from The LEGO Movie line.
Legs
Not applicable; single accessory part.
Accessories
This part itself is often an accessory for Lord Business or a Micro-Manager, used to replace the standard eyes of a minifigure or snap onto a specialized head piece to indicate hypnosis.
Color Scheme
Trans-Clear base, Lavender swirl, White intricate dot-line detailing. The center is open to show the stud it is attached to.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on a curved circular surface. The pattern consists of concentric wavy lines that mimic a hypnotic spiral.
Variants
There are similar hypnotic prints in different colors for various themes (such as Ninjago's Hypnobrai), but this specific lavender/trans-clear version is specific to The LEGO Movie era.
Condition Notes
Small 1x1 tiles are prone to light scratching and loss of 'clutch power' if removed frequently. Transparent plastic shows scratches more easily than solid plastic.
Estimated Value
Used: $0.10 - $0.50 USD. New: $0.75 - $1.50 USD. It is a low-value individual part but highly desired for MOC builders creating crowd scenes.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $3.99 (CMF Blind bags) to $300.00 (70810 Sea Cow).
Compatible Sets
70810 MetalBeard's Sea Cow, 70803 Cloud Cuckoo Palace, 70809 Lord Business' Evil Lair, and Collectible Minifigures Series 71004 (specifically the 'William Shakespeare' or 'Panda Guy' versions in some contexts).
Character Background
In The LEGO Movie, the 'Hypno-eyes' are used by Lord Business's forces to brainwash the citizens of Bricksburg to follow the instructions and stay in their places.
Design Notes
The use of a trans-clear tile allows the color of the underlying stud to occasionally influence the look, though the lavender print is quite opaque.
Similar Minifigures
Various Ninjago Serpentine (Hypnobrai) figures which feature similar spiraled eye prints directly on the head mold.
Collectibility
Low as an individual piece, but essential for completing specific LEGO Movie sets or for builders of 'The Special' style dioramas.
History
Introduced in 2014 to support the unique 'Stop Motion' aesthetic of the film where characters' expressions were changed using 'replacement' parts.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a tiny part, this print is one of the most recognizable graphic elements from the first LEGO Movie's visual language.
Display Suggestions
Place over the eyes of a 'Red Shirt' City minifigure to create a brainwashed citizen for a LEGO Movie display.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom 'Mad Scientist' or 'Magic' themed minifigures; fits any standard LEGO stud.
Overall Assessment
A classic 'part-as-minifigure' element. While technically an accessory, it transforms any character into a specific role within The LEGO Movie lore. High utility, low cost.