Ghost of Carter (Red)
hs014 · Hidden Side
Wave 1 - Ghost · 2019
Figure ID
hs014
Theme
Hidden Side
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Uncommon. Exclusive to a single set in the Hidden Side line, which was a short-lived experimental theme featuring AR play.
Head
Transparent Red head with white pupils/eyes and a stylized, ghostly beard/mustache print. It is a single-sided print.
Torso
Transparent Red torso with printing and Red arms. Design depicts a red and black flannel plaid lumberjack shirt with suspenders and a small orange undershirt visible at the collar. Back printing includes the flannel pattern.
Legs
Transparent Neon Orange/Transparent Clear 'Ghost Lower Body' piece with orange swirl. It features a smoky/wispy texture with dual-molded clear plastic toward the bottom and top.
Accessories
None included in the image; typically paired with character-specific items or clear stands in original packaging.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic Transparent Red with highlights of Black, Orange, and Trans-Neon Orange. Features a distinct inner-glow appearance due to the transparent plastic.
Printing Details
Pad-printed over transparent plastic. The alignment on the plaid pattern is high quality. Features front and back torso printing but lacks arm printing.
Variants
This is the 'Carter' ghost character. Similar ghost lower-half pieces appear in different colors (Green, Blue, White) for other characters in the Hidden Side theme.
Condition Notes
Transparent plastic is more prone to visible scratches and 'clouding' than solid ABS. Torso cracks (stress marks) at the neck or arm sockets are common due to the brittle nature of trans-plastic.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD. New: $7.00 - $10.00 USD. It remains relatively affordable due to the niche nature of the theme.
Price (New)
Included in set 70418 (J.B.'s Ghost Lab) which retailed for $19.99 USD in 2019.
Compatible Sets
70418 J.B.'s Ghost Lab.
Character Background
Carter is a ghost haunt residing in Newbury. In the Hidden Side lore, he is a possessed worker from the local community who must be 'de-haunted' using the J.B.'s app technology.
Design Notes
The ghost lower body (part 35032e) was an innovative mold for 2018/2019, allowing for a floating effect without traditional legs. Printing on transparent red torsos is technically challenging to maintain color opacity.
Similar Minifigures
hs010 Ghost (Green), hs043 Ghost (Blue), and various other 'Gloom-possessed' characters from the Hidden Side theme.
Collectibility
Moderate. Collectors of niche parts or completionists of the Hidden Side theme value it. Low investment potential due to high volume production during the theme's peak.
History
Debuted as part of LEGO's attempt to bridge physical play with augmented reality (AR) apps. The theme lasted only two years before being discontinued.
Interesting Facts
The character represents a possessed lumberjack, a nod to the 'Everyday Heroes' typically found in LEGO City, but twisted into a paranormal antagonist.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a black background to make the transparent red plastic 'pop.' Looks excellent when backlit with a small LED to show the internal structure.
Modification Potential
The lower ghost piece is highly sought after by MOC builders for creating custom Sith spirits, Fire Elementals, or hell-bound specters in fantasy settings.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking figure that showcases LEGO's excellence in transparent part manufacturing. While not high in monetary value, it is a great example of the creative risks taken during the 2019-2020 era.