Weequay Guard
sw0449 · Star Wars
The Rise of the Empire / Episode VI: Return of the Jedi · 2013 - Debuted in Set 75020 (Jabba's Sail Barge).
Figure ID
sw0449
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013 - Debuted in Set 75020 (Jabba's Sail Barge).
Rarity
Uncommon / Rare. This figure was exclusive to a single, relatively expensive set that had a limited shelf life compared to other Jabba-era vehicles.
Head
Olive Green skin tone with unique Weequay print featuring wrinkled skin, dark green facial markings, and a grimacing expression with teeth showing. It is topped with a molded Brown top-knot hair/turban piece.
Torso
Tan / Nougat vest over a green shirt with a dark brown bandolier and belt print. The back features continuation of the vest and belt printing. It has Tan arms and Dark Brown hands.
Legs
Dark Brown unprinted legs. These are standard 2-stud legs used to complete the mercenary/guard aesthetic.
Accessories
Typically includes a dark gray pike or vibrostaff weapon (not pictured in the image). The figure also features a removable dark brown headpiece (hair/turban).
Color Scheme
Earth-toned palette primarily featuring Olive Green, Tan, and Dark Brown, reflective of the Tatooine desert aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head and torso. The head printing is notably detailed for 2013, capturing the specific texture of the Weequay species' skin.
Variants
There are other versions of Weequay characters (such as sw1088 and sw1239), but sw0449 is specific to the 2013 Jabba's Sail Barge with this particular torso and olive head.
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline cracks on the sides of the torso (under the arms). The light tan arms can sometimes show dirt easily. The headpiece should be checked for tight clutch power.
Estimated Value
Current market value is approximately $25 - $35 USD for a used complete figure. New/Mint condition can exceed $45 USD.
Price (New)
Included in Set 75020 which retailed for $119.99 USD in 2013.
Compatible Sets
Set 75020: Jabba's Sail Barge (2013).
Character Background
Weequay guards served as mercenaries for Jabba the Hutt on Tatooine. Notable for their role on the Skiff and Sail Barge during the attempted execution of Luke Skywalker.
Design Notes
This figure marked a significant upgrade over earlier 'alien' designs, using a more muted olive green rather than the bright colors of the 90s/early 2000s and a custom molded hairpiece.
Similar Minifigures
Kithaba (sw0397), Lando Calrissian - Skiff Guard (sw1230), and Hondo Ohnaka (sw1088).
Collectibility
High. Since Jabba-related sets are released infrequently, specific alien guards like the Weequay are essential for collectors building dioramas or completing the Sail Barge crew.
History
Followed the 2012 release of the Desert Skiff sets, serving as a completionist piece for the Episode VI barge scene during a peak 'Golden Age' of LEGO Star Wars detail.
Interesting Facts
Despite being 'nameless' in the set, collectors often associate this specific print style with Pagetti Rook or other specific Weequay seen on screen in Return of the Jedi.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a 2013 Jabba's Sail Barge or on a Tan baseplate representing the sands of the Pit of Carkoon alongside a Skiff.
Modification Potential
The tan torso is excellent for MOC (My Own Creation) desert scavengers or other Star Wars background mercenaries.
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly-detailed alien minifigure that captures the source material perfectly. A must-have for fans of the Original Trilogy and Jabba's Palace scenes.