Nebula
sh121 · Marvel Super Heroes
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 · 2014
Figure ID
sh121
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Uncommon; she was only available in one set during the initial Guardians of the Galaxy wave.
Head
Light Royal Blue with dark purple markings, mechanical eye details, and a stern expression. It is a single-sided print.
Torso
Dark Purple with silver and light Grey mechanical chest plate and bandaged wrap details. Light grey arms and hands.
Legs
Dark Purple hips and upper legs with Light Grey lower legs, featuring printed bandaged mechanical details.
Accessories
Includes two silver katanas (not pictured in hand, though the hand is holding a lightsaber hilt/handle component in the image).
Color Scheme
A mix of Dark Purple, Light Royal Blue, and Light Grey, representing her cybernetic and Kree-influenced design.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, front torso, back torso, and the front of the legs.
Variants
This is the original version. Subsequent versions include sh385 (Vol. 2), sh574 (Endgame uniform), and sh739 (What If...?).
Condition Notes
Check for silver printing wear on the torso and cracks in the light grey arms, which are prone to stress brittle-ness.
Estimated Value
Used: $12 - $18 USD; New/Mint: $25 - $35 USD.
Price (New)
She came in set 76020 which originally retailed for $39.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
76020 Knowhere Escape Mission (2014).
Character Background
Nebula is the adopted daughter of Thanos and sister to Gamora, a Luphomoid assassin turned hero in the MCU.
Design Notes
First iteration of the character; notably uses a light blue head which was later changed to a more medium blue in future versions.
Similar Minifigures
Gamora (sh120), Ronan the Accuser (sh126), and later versions of Nebula (sh385).
Collectibility
High for MCU completionists as it is her debut figure and features a unique comic-leaning light blue skin tone.
History
Released alongside the first Guardians of the Galaxy film, marking the first time these characters appeared in LEGO form.
Interesting Facts
The light grey arms represent her cybernetic limbs, a detail kept consistent across almost all her LEGO iterations.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the original 2014 Milano crew or in a Knowhere-themed diorama.
Modification Potential
The head is often used by MOC builders for generic alien cyborgs or Kree warriors.
Overall Assessment
A solid 8/10 figure for its era. It captures her cold, mechanical look perfectly before the character transitioned to more 'heroic' outfits.