Sith Warrior
sw0498 · Star Wars
The Old Republic · 2013, released in the Sith Fury-class Interceptor set during a period when LEGO was expanding into Expanded Universe/Legends content.
Figure ID
sw0498
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013, released in the Sith Fury-class Interceptor set during a period when LEGO was expanding into Expanded Universe/Legends content.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. It was exclusive to a single, relatively expensive set which was discontinued years ago, making it highly sought after by Legends fans.
Head
Transparent red head with silver and black Sith mask printing. The mask features a menacing, robotic visor design, unique to the Sith troopers/warriors of this era.
Torso
Dark red torso with detailed black plate armor printing front and back; red arms and light bluish gray hands. The printing represents heavy Sith combat armor.
Legs
Dark red legs with extensive black and dark gray armor plate printing on the front. Matching the heavy mechanical aesthetic of the torso.
Accessories
Red lightsaber with a metallic silver hilt. The figure features a black short cape which is specific to its rank as a Sith Warrior versus the standard trooper.
Color Scheme
Dark red and black primary palette with silver accents on the mask and hilt. This signifies their allegiance to the Sith Empire from the MMO game.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with significant detail on the torso and legs. The mask printing on the translucent head is particularly sharp and iconic.
Variants
This is the 'Warrior' variant with the cape; a similar 'Sith Trooper' (sw0443) exists with a different dark orange color and no cape.
Condition Notes
The black cape is prone to fraying at the edges. Check for cracks in the dark red plastic, which can sometimes be more brittle than other colors.
Estimated Value
Used: $25 - $35; New/Mint: $45 - $55. Prices vary based on the condition of the cape and the absence of scratches on the translucent head.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 9500 which retailed for $89.99 USD in 2012/2013.
Compatible Sets
75001 Republic Troopers vs. Sith Troopers (various versions) and 9500 Sith Fury-class Interceptor.
Character Background
Based on the Sith Empire's front-line combatants from the 'Star Wars: The Old Republic' MMORPG, set thousands of years before the films.
Design Notes
Notable for using a translucent head to create a glowing eye effect through the mask printing. It is one of the few figures to represent the Old Republic era.
Similar Minifigures
sw0443 Sith Trooper (Dark Orange), sw0444 Republic Trooper, and sw0413 Darth Malgus.
Collectibility
High. Since Disney moved 'The Old Republic' to Legends status, LEGO rarely revisits this era, making existing figures high-value 'relics' for collectors.
History
Part of the short-lived but beloved Old Republic wave (2012-2014) that gave fans figures of Malgus, Satele Shan, and Jace Malcom.
Interesting Facts
The mask printing is designed to look like the 'Sith Eradicator' or 'Sith Acolyte' armor seen in the famous 'Deceived' cinematic trailer for the game.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Darth Malgus in front of the Fury-class Interceptor or on a dark gray/black baseplate to accentuate the red armor.
Modification Potential
The armor pieces are popular for creating custom 'Sith Inquisitor' or 'Dark Jedi' MOCs due to the neutral but aggressive aesthetic.
Overall Assessment
9/10. A fantastic representation of a niche era. The unique head printing and cohesive armor design make it a standout Star Wars minifigure.