Carnage
sh031 · Marvel Super Heroes
Spider-Man · 2015
Figure ID
sh031
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Red head with black spider-like white eyes and a yellow/black jagged grinning mouth print. Dual-sided with alternative expression.
Torso
Red torso with intricate black tendril and webbing detail printing representing the Carnage symbiote. Black hands and arms.
Legs
Red legs with matching black tendril and symbiote pattern print continuing down from the torso.
Accessories
Black neck bracket with four attachment points holding two large curved red tentacles/tendrils with black ring prints.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are bright red and black, with white and yellow accent printing for the face and mouth.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring detailed organic symbiotic webbing across the torso, legs, and head. Clean lines and strong contrast.
Variants
Appears in multiple versions with different torso patterns across various Spider-Man sets released over the years. This specific variant is the 2015 version with the black tentacle backpack assembly.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the printed black lines on the red plastic, especially around the leg edges and torso sides. The black neck bracket and red tentacle pieces should be inspected for stress marks.
Estimated Value
Used complete is approximately $8.00 to $15.00 USD depending on the condition of the printed parts and inclusion of the tentacles.
Price (New)
Originally available in a set retailing around $49.99 USD in 2015.
Compatible Sets
76036 Spider-Man's Shield Sky Attack (2015)
Character Background
Carnage is a major supervillain in the Marvel Comics universe, specifically as an adversary to Spider-Man and Venom. He is the offspring of the Venom symbiote bonded with serial killer Cletus Kasady.
Design Notes
Features the classic brick-built tentacle backpack using a standard neck bracket holding curved hose elements, a standard technique for early LEGO symbiote figures.
Similar Minifigures
Venom (sh055), Anti-Venom, Toxin, various other iterations of Carnage from later Spider-Man waves.
Collectibility
Moderate to high demand among Marvel Super Heroes and Spider-Man villain collectors, holding stable value.
History
Introduced early in the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes theme run as one of the definitive classic versions of the character before newer mold designs with built-in tentacle pieces were introduced.
Interesting Facts
The character of Carnage was originally created to be a darker, more psychotic version of Venom, which translated into the chaotic printed lines on this minifigure.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or black baseplate alongside Spider-Man and Venom in a dynamic action pose.
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily mixed and matched with newer Venom figures to create custom symbiote hosts or hybrid creations.
Overall Assessment
An essential villain for any LEGO Marvel collection, featuring striking red and black printing that captures the chaotic essence of the comic book character.