Series 26 - Alien Tourist
col26-11 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 26 - Space · May 2024; released during LEGO's massive 2024 Space initiative across multiple brands (City, Friends, Technic).
Figure ID
col26-11
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
May 2024; released during LEGO's massive 2024 Space initiative across multiple brands (City, Friends, Technic).
Rarity
Uncommon; while technically a blind-box figure, the 2024 implementation of scannable QR codes on the boxes made specific figures like this one easier for collectors to identify without opening.
Head
Features a unique light gray alien head-piece with large black printed eyes, wearing a dark blue hat (molded as part of the head) with a white anchor logo.
Torso
Bright orange Hawaiian-style button-down shirt over a white undershirt, featuring a detailed tropical 'palm tree and space' print in blue and white. Light gray arms and hands.
Legs
Medium azure colored shorts with light gray skin tone on the lower legs and flip-flop printing on the feet; standard 1x2 leg assembly.
Accessories
Includes a backpack with a printed 1x1 tile 'postcard' (showing the Earth), a blue printed camera, and a dark pink tropical drink with a straw.
Color Scheme
A vibrant mix of bright orange, medium azure, and light gray, reflecting a 'vintage tourist' aesthetic applied to an extraterrestrial being.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front/back), specialized headpiece printing, and foot printing to represent sandals. Dual-molded appearance via intricate paint apps.
Variants
This is the only variant of this specific character; however, it references the classic 'Gray Alien' tropes found in earlier LEGO UFO and Life on Mars themes.
Condition Notes
As a newer figure, it is generally in excellent condition. Longevity concerns include the paint rub on the flip-flop prints and potential stress marks on the backpack clip.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $8.00 USD (New/Opened); $4.99 (Sealed MSRP). Its value remains stable due to its high appeal but high availability.
Price (New)
Original retail price of $4.99 USD per blind box.
Compatible Sets
71046 LEGO Minifigures Series 26 Space (Blind Box/Bag).
Character Background
A whimsical take on the 'Gray Alien' archetype, reimagined as a peaceful tourist visiting Earth. He is a 'cosmic vacationer' blending in with human beach attire.
Design Notes
Notable for the unique molded hat-on-head piece and the highly detailed tropical shirt print which contains 'hidden' LEGO space history references.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Alien (Series 6), Alien Villain (Series 8), and the 'Tourist' from the City People Pack (Set 60153).
Collectibility
High popularity due to the 'Space' theme nostalgia and the humor of the character. It is a 'fan-favorite' of the 12-figure series.
History
Part of the first-ever dedicated 'Space' sub-set for the Collectible Minifigure line, marking a shift toward cohesive thematic CMF waves rather than random assortments.
Interesting Facts
The scan code '632274' on the box (as seen in the image) was a breakthrough for collectors, allowing apps to identify the contents without opening the box, effectively ending the 'blind' nature of the product.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for beach-themed MOCs or displayed alongside 1990s LEGO UFO sets to show the 'evolution' of LEGO aliens.
Modification Potential
The Hawaiian torso is highly sought after for custom 'vacation' versions of other popular characters like Star Wars figures.
Overall Assessment
A 9/10 CMF figure. It combines humor, nostalgia, and excellent printing. It serves as a perfect example of modern LEGO design and consumer-friendly technical integration.