Anakin Skywalker - Jedi Padawan (Short Braided Hair, Dark Flesh Face)
sw0219 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2008
Figure ID
sw0219
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2008
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Dual-sided face print with a neutral/smirk expression on one side and an angry/gritting expression on the reverse, dark flesh skin tone, molded dark brown hair piece with a small Padawan braid on the right side.
Torso
Dark brown tunic printing over black robes with intricate silver and dark grey buckle and belt detailing, matching dark brown arms and hands, dual-sided torso printing showing back robe folds and belt straps.
Legs
Plain black standard LEGO legs and hip piece.
Accessories
Translucent neon orange lightsaber blade with a standard metallic silver hilt.
Color Scheme
Dark brown, black, silver, and dark flesh skin tone with a bright translucent orange accent.
Printing Details
High-quality early Clone Wars-era pad printing featuring stylized animated facial features, sharp torso line art, and precise alignment on both front and back.
Variants
Appears in multiple Clone Wars variations with different face prints and leg printing depending on the specific year and set.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include loose arm joints, fading on the face print around the nose/eyes, and minor scratching on the torso back print.
Estimated Value
$10 to $18 USD depending on condition and inclusion of the correct lightsaber accessory.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced between $25.00 and $50.00 USD in 2008.
Compatible Sets
7669 Anakin's Jedi Starfighter (2008), 8014 Clone Walker Battle Pack (2009)
Character Background
Anakin Skywalker during his time as a Jedi Padawan under the tutelage of Obi-Wan Kenobi during the Clone Wars multimedia project.
Design Notes
Features the signature exaggerated animated eyes characteristic of the 2008 Clone Wars wave, distinguishing it from realistic live-action variants.
Similar Minifigures
sw0181 Anakin Skywalker (Live Action), sw0292 Anakin Skywalker (Dark Side / Clone Wars), sw0360 Anakin Skywalker (Spaceship Pilot)
Collectibility
Moderate to high demand among Star Wars collectors completing comprehensive Clone Wars or Jedi rosters.
History
Released at the peak of the 2008 Clone Wars animated movie and television series launch, marking a major stylistic shift for LEGO Star Wars figures.
Interesting Facts
The animated style heads from the 2008 Clone Wars wave are often referred to by fans as having 'bug-eyed' printing due to the large stylized irises.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other 2008 Clone Wars figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi and Ahsoka Tano standing on a transparent flight stand next to a Jedi Starfighter.
Modification Potential
Can be easily purist-customized by swapping the head for a live-action variant or adding custom cloth tabards.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic and essential figure for any fan of the 2008 Clone Wars animated series, holding steady collector value.