Lando Calrissian (Skiff Guard Disguise)
sw0373 · Star Wars
Return of the Jedi · 2012
Figure ID
sw0373
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Dual-sided light nougat head piece featuring a mustache, sideburns, and two expressions: one with a determined/serious look and the other with an open-mouth shouting or scared expression. Includes black curly hair piece.
Torso
Dark blue torso with intricate metallic gold and grey printing depicting the guard tunic worn in Jabba's Palace, featuring a gold necklace and utility belt details. Dark blue arms and bright red hands.
Legs
Plain dark blue standard legs and matching hip piece without printing.
Accessories
None visible in the image, but the complete figure originally includes a vibro-axe or spear accessory.
Color Scheme
Dark blue primary color, bright red hands for glove details, metallic gold and silver accent printing on the torso.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on the torso front with metallic gold ink and precise facial expressions on the head. No arm or leg printing.
Variants
Appeared in a single 2012 set release, later updated with newer molding and printing technologies in more recent Star Wars waves.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratching on the dark blue torso and legs, fading of the metallic gold chest printing, and bite marks or scratches on the red hands and hair piece.
Estimated Value
Used complete condition ranges from $8 to $15 USD depending on the presence of the original weapon accessory.
Price (New)
Originally available in a set retailing for approximately $49.99 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
9496 Desert Skiff (2012)
Character Background
Lando Calrissian disguised himself as a guard named Tamtel Skreej to infiltrate Jabba the Hutt's palace and rescue Han Solo in Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi.
Design Notes
Accurately captures Lando's undercover look from the opening act of Return of the Jedi, utilizing bright red hands to represent his gloves.
Similar Minifigures
Other Return of the Jedi characters such as Boba Fett, Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight), and various Skiff Guards.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven by Original Trilogy completionists and fans of Lando Calrissian.
History
First introduced in 2012 for the 30th-anniversary window of Return of the Jedi sets, serving as an updated version of the older 2003 desert skiff guard variants.
Interesting Facts
The red hands on this minifigure represent the specialized gloves Lando wore as part of his elaborate disguise to avoid recognition by Jabba the Hutt.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other Jabba's Palace or Desert Skiff figures on a standard black LEGO display plate.
Modification Potential
Great for custom Star Wars MOCs depicting Jabba's Palace, Tatooine scenes, or alternative custom smugglers.
Overall Assessment
A solid, nostalgic Original Trilogy minifigure that offers great character accuracy and is a must-have for classic Star Wars collectors.