Superman - Black Suit
sh077 · DC Super Heroes
Man of Steel / San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive · 2013 (First released at SDCC in July)
Figure ID
sh077
Theme
DC Super Heroes
Year Released
2013 (First released at SDCC in July)
Rarity
Ultra-rare; limited to 200 units worldwide as a promotional giveaway.
Head
Light flesh tone, dual-sided printing with a determined/angry face and a red-eyed heat vision expression; black molded 'S' curl hair piece.
Torso
Black with silver/metallic grey muscle definition and Kryptonian detailing; features the silver 'S' shield on the chest; back printing is present.
Legs
Black with silver/metallic grey printing on the hips and front of the legs continuing the suit's aesthetic.
Accessories
Black fabric cape (soft or stiff depending on storage); some versions were distributed in a blister pack with a backing card.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic; primarily Black with Silver and Light Flesh accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with metallic silver ink; extremely sharp detail on the chest insignia and leg lines.
Variants
Standard blue suit versions (Man of Steel sh076) are common; this black variant is the only official LEGO release of this specific suit until the 2021 polybag versions.
Condition Notes
Prone to fraying on the cape; silver printing can wear off with handling; check for bite marks or torso cracks which significantly lower value.
Estimated Value
New/Sealed: $4,000 - $6,000; Used Complete: $3,000 - $4,500; heavily dependent on authenticity and backing card.
Price (New)
N/A - Promotional giveaway; distributed via lottery at San Diego Comic-Con.
Compatible Sets
Not available in any retail set; limited to SDCC 2013 promotional distribution.
Character Background
Based on the 'Recovery Suit' from 'The Death and Return of Superman' comics and the Man of Steel movie aesthetic.
Design Notes
Utilizes the same head/hair mold as standard Man of Steel versions but with a unique, highly detailed monochromatic print.
Similar Minifigures
Superman (sh076), Superman - Justice League (sh383), and the LEGO Batman Movie variants.
Collectibility
Top-tier; considered a 'holy grail' for DC Super Heroes collectors due to its extreme scarcity.
History
Released during the peak of the Man of Steel hype; marked one of the first times LEGO used SDCC for highly exclusive licensed variants.
Interesting Facts
Only 200 were produced, making it one of the rarest Superman minifigures in existence; the silver printing is much more reflective than standard grey ink.
Display Suggestions
UV-protected acrylic case is mandatory; display with other SDCC exclusives like Bizarro or Phoenix.
Modification Potential
Low due to value; however, many hobbyists use fake/decals to create 'custom' versions because original is unattainable for most.
Overall Assessment
A masterpiece of scarcity and design; essentially a museum piece for serious LEGO investors.