Jester
cas402 · Castle
Kingdoms · 2010. Debuted in the Kingdoms line, which marked a return to more classic, vibrant medieval aesthetics after the darker 'Fantasy Era'.
Figure ID
cas402
Theme
Castle
Year Released
2010. Debuted in the Kingdoms line, which marked a return to more classic, vibrant medieval aesthetics after the darker 'Fantasy Era'.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not a limited polybag, he only appeared in two sets within the short-lived Kingdoms line, making him harder to find than standard knights.
Head
Yellow head with high-detail printing: wide open-mouthed grin showing teeth and tongue, raised eyebrows, and slight 'cheek' creases. Wears a two-point jester hat (bicorn style) that is split red and white with opposite-colored pom-poms.
Torso
Duo-tone red and white torso. Features a large scalloped jester collar (harlequin style) printed on the front, with a brown belt and a golden lion buckle representing the Kingdoms Lion King faction. Red arm on the white side and white arm on the red side (inverted coloring).
Legs
Bicolor / Split-color legs: right leg is red, left leg is white. Common for court jester characters but requires specialized assembly during production.
Accessories
Typically comes with three colored 1x1 round tiles (representing juggling balls) or a lute/mandolin depending on the set context. The image shows the figure without held accessories.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Red, White, and Yellow. Accents include Gold for the belt buckle and Brown for the leather belt.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. Notable for the symmetry of the jester collar alignment across the torso and the detailed 'Lion' emblem on the belt buckle.
Variants
There are no major production variants of cas402, though he is often confused with the Series 12 CMF Jester (col185) or the older 2000s Jester (cas068).
Condition Notes
Common wear includes 'cracking' on the torso sides (under arms) due to the bicolor arm/torso friction. White leg pieces are susceptible to yellowing if exposed to UV light.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New/Mint: $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Values fluctuate based on the stiffness of the arm joints and the whiteness of the plastic.
Price (New)
He appeared in set 7953 (Court Jester) which retailed for $4.99 USD, and set 10223 (Kingdoms Joust) which retailed for $119.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
7953 Court Jester (2010), 10223 Kingdoms Joust (2012).
Character Background
A court entertainer for the Lion King's court in the Kingdoms lore. Unlike the 'Evil Jester' tropes seen in Nexo Knights, this character is a classic, joyful entertainer.
Design Notes
Uses the harlequin 'mismatch' technique where the limb colors are opposite to the torso base color side. The hat mold is a classic part (92444) that is highly sought after for medieval MOCs.
Similar Minifigures
Jester (Series 12 Collectible Minifigure), Jousting Knight (Kingdoms), Classic Castle Jester (cas068).
Collectibility
High. Jester figures are essential for 'Castle Room' or 'Throne Room' dioramas and are popular because they add personality back into a theme dominated by armored soldiers.
History
Follows a long lineage of LEGO jesters starting with the Fright Knights era (1997). This 2010 version is considered the most 'polished' and 'friendly' version of the character type.
Interesting Facts
This specific figure's torso features a very small 'Lion' crest on the belt, which is the exact same sigil found on the shields of the Kingdoms knights, signifying he is an official member of the royal court staff.
Display Suggestions
Place on a balcony or on top of a 2x2 turntable to simulate a performance. Pair with the King and Queen from the Kingdoms line for a complete scene.
Modification Potential
The head is frequently used for custom 'Joker' (DC) or 'Harley Quinn' figures before official versions became widely available. Great for medieval village MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential Castle theme figure. It features excellent color blocking and a fantastic unique head print. A 'must-buy' for any Kingdoms collector due to its charm and low entry price.