Superman - Dark Blue Suit
sh077 · DC Super Heroes
Man of Steel · 2013
Figure ID
sh077
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Uncommon; released in multiple sets during the 2013 film tie-in wave but discontinued since.
Head
Light flesh head with double-sided printing: one determined smirk and one angry 'heat vision' face with red eyes; includes black hair piece with signature 'S' curl.
Torso
Dark blue torso with 'Man of Steel' style Superman crest (red and yellow 'S') on a textured muscular suit design; back is printed with matching suit textures.
Legs
Blue legs with red boots/belt line printing and muscular detailing on the hips and thighs.
Accessories
Red soft-fabric cape; no hand-held accessories were included in the standard sets.
Color Scheme
Dark blue, red, and yellow; mirrors the muted, more realistic aesthetic of Zack Snyder's Man of Steel film.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on head, torso (front/back), and legs (front). This version introduced more intricate muscle shading compared to classic versions.
Variants
Standard (sh077), Evil Superman (sh082) with different head/cape, and various other versions from the DCEU and Comic themes (e.g., sh003, sh219).
Condition Notes
Watch for fraying on the edges of the fabric cape and micro-scratches on the torso print. The 'S' curl hair piece can lose clutch power over time.
Estimated Value
New: $20.00 - $30.00 | Used: $12.00 - $18.00 | Prices vary based on cape condition.
Price (New)
Appeared in sets ranging from $12.99 (76002) to $69.99 (76003) and $119.99 (76009).
Compatible Sets
76002 Metropolis Showdown (2013), 76003 Battle of Smallville (2013), 76009 Black Zero Escape (2013).
Character Background
Based on Henry Cavill's portrayal in the 2013 film 'Man of Steel', detailing Clark Kent's discovery of his Kryptonian heritage.
Design Notes
Significant shift from bright blue/red to dark blue; features the modernized 'S' shield which is larger and more stylistically complex than the classic 1938 version.
Similar Minifigures
sh003 Superman (Classic), sh219 Superman (BvS), sh384 Superman (Justice League).
Collectibility
High for DC fans; this was the first 'cinematic' Superman and remains a staple for movie-accuracy collectors.
History
Followed the 2012 DC Super Heroes launch; marked the transition of LEGO Super Heroes into movie-licensed aesthetics alongside comic designs.
Interesting Facts
The cape is the 'soft' style fabric, a change from the 'stiff' starched capes used in the early 2012 DC wave.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside General Zod (sh078) to recreate the Metropolis fight; use a clear flight stand to pose him mid-air.
Modification Potential
Excellent for MOCs (My Own Creations) of custom Kryptonians or as a base for other Henry Cavill-related customs.
Overall Assessment
A definitive 2010s-era minifigure. High desirability for its screen-accurate printing and iconic status. Recommended as a core piece for any DC collection.