Mustafarian Lava Miner
sw0133 · Star Wars
Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith · 2005 - Released alongside the debut of Revenge of the Sith sets.
Figure ID
sw0133
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2005 - Released alongside the debut of Revenge of the Sith sets.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While not a limited edition, it only appeared in two sets from 2005 and 2007 and has never been remade, making it a highly specific legacy figure.
Head
Unique molded Light Bluish Gray head and headgear combo piece. It features printed black eyes (four in total, arranged vertically) and a copper/tan snout detail. The 'drill-like' or ridged crest on top is part of the mold.
Torso
Light Bluish Gray with dark gray printing depicting a thick, protective tunic or apron and folds in the fabric. It includes a Dark Bluish Gray cowl/collar piece that sits over the neck post. Arms are Light Bluish Gray with Dark Bluish Gray hands.
Legs
Plain Light Bluish Gray. No printing was present on the legs for this specific character design.
Accessories
Usually equipped with a black pole with a trans-orange flame or neon-orange 1x1 round plate to represent a lava scoop (not pictured). Some versions came with a megaphone piece used as a tool.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Gray palette. Primary colors are Light Bluish Gray and Dark Bluish Gray, reflective of the industrial, ash-covered environment of Mustafar.
Printing Details
Simple pad printing on the torso front and head. There is no back printing on the torso, which was standard for basic Star Wars figures in 2005.
Variants
There are no major official variants of sw0133 itself, though it is often confused with the 'Mustafarian Sentry' (sw0134) which has different torso printing.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the tip of the head crest, which can chip or suffer from paint loss. The neck cowl is a separate piece and is frequently lost or replaced with the wrong color.
Estimated Value
Used: $12.00 - $18.00; New: $25.00 - $35.00 depending on set context and completeness with accessories.
Price (New)
N/A - Original retail was linked to set 7260 ($50 USD) or set 7654 ($10 USD droid battle pack, though that was unintentional/rarely associated).
Compatible Sets
7260 Wookiee Catamaran (2005) and 7657 AT-ST (2007).
Character Background
Native sentient beings of Mustafar who mine for minerals in the planet's lava flows. They appeared briefly during the duel between Obi-Wan and Anakin in Revenge of the Sith.
Design Notes
This figure is notable for its unique head mold which has never been reused for any other character in LEGO history. It perfectly captures the 'alien' silhouette seen in the film.
Similar Minifigures
Mustafarian Sentry (sw0134), Onaconda Farr (sw0242), and various Neimoidian figures from the prequel era.
Collectibility
High demand for 'completist' Star Wars collectors. Because Mustafar scenes are iconic and this mold is unique, it remains a staple of most specialized Star Wars collections.
History
Debuted in the very first wave of Revenge of the Sith sets in 2005. It represents the 'Goldilocks' era of LEGO Star Wars where molds became more accurate but printing remained simple.
Interesting Facts
The headpiece is arguably one of the most unique molds in the early 2000s; its height makes the minifigure slightly taller than standard figures, which can make it difficult to fit in some display cases.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a Mustafar-themed diorama with trans-orange bricks. It pairs perfectly with 75269 Duel on Mustafar or the older 7257 Ultimate Lightsaber Duel.
Modification Potential
The head mold is often used in the 'MOC' community to create custom alien creatures or steampunk-style robots due to its mechanical appearance.
Overall Assessment
A standout 'background character' minifigure. Its unique mold and status as an unrevisited character from the Prequel Trilogy make it a 4/5 for any Star Wars fan.