Shadow Trooper
sw0603 · Star Wars
Star Wars Legends / Battlefront · 2015
Figure ID
sw0603
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Uncommon. While it only appeared in two sets, one was a very affordable Battle Pack, making it accessible but now retired.
Head
Standard LEGO 'Angry Clone' face (light flesh) underneath a Pearl Dark Gray Stormtrooper helmet with specialized black and gray printing.
Torso
Pearl Dark Gray torso with black Stormtrooper armor printing (front and back). Features dark gray outlining for pectoral plates and utility belt detail.
Legs
Pearl Dark Gray legs with black hip joints. Printing includes knee plating and lower armor segments matching the Imperial Stormtrooper pattern.
Accessories
Usually equipped with a stud-shooter or a standard black blaster (not pictured). The helmet is the primary specialized accessory.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Pearl Dark Gray and Black, mimicking the 'stealth' appearance of the Shadow Stormtroopers.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with sharp lines. The use of black ink over the metallic plastic provides a subtle, premium look compared to standard troopers.
Variants
This 2015 version (modern mold) replaced the classic sw0166 (2007) and preceded the 'dual-molded' helmet versions found in later years.
Condition Notes
Watch for 'biting' marks on the soft pearl-gray plastic; the helmet's chin is a common impact point for scuffs. Check for torso cracks under the arms.
Estimated Value
Used: $5.00 - $8.00; New: $10.00 - $14.00. Value has remained stable due to its role as an army-builder.
Price (New)
$12.99 (Retail price of the 75079 Battle Pack it appeared in).
Compatible Sets
75079 Shadow Troopers (2015) and 75087 Anakin's Custom Jedi Starfighter (2015).
Character Background
Shadow Troopers were elite specialized stormtroopers who used cloaking devices; famously appearing in 'Star Wars: Battlefront' and 'The Force Unleashed'.
Design Notes
Utilizes the 2014-era Stormtrooper helmet mold. The pearl-metallic plastic is notably different from the flat black used on early 2000s versions.
Similar Minifigures
sw0166 (Shadow Trooper 2007), sw1031 (Shadow Trooper 2019 dual-molded), and the standard white sw0585 Stormtrooper.
Collectibility
High for army builders but moderate for rare-figure collectors. It is a staple for fans of the 'Expanded Universe' or Imperial special forces.
History
Part of the 2015 early-year wave that focused heavily on Rebels and Battlefront-inspired sets, marking a shift toward more detailed Imperial variant designs.
Interesting Facts
Though labeled 'Shadow Troopers', these designs are often used by fans as 'Blackhole Stormtroopers' in custom dioramas based on the classic comics.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in squads of four or more. They look excellent against stark white backgrounds or in Hoth-style MOCs to create high contrast.
Modification Potential
Great for purist customs; parts can be used to create 'Armored Vader' or 'Shadow Scouts' by swapping the helmet and gear.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-printed figure that captures a fan-favorite 'Legends' character perfectly. High quality but common enough to avoid being a bank-breaker.