Forestman (Wolfpack Torso Variant)
cas518 · Castle
Wolfpack · 1992
Figure ID
cas518
Theme
Castle
Year Released
1992
Rarity
Uncommon but specific; while individual parts are known, this specific assembly is highly sought after as the only version of a Wolfpack member with a hood and bow configuration in original sets.
Head
Classic yellow minifigure head with a smirk, black eyes, and thin arched eyebrows. Features a reddish-brown hood piece (part 30381).
Torso
Reddish-brown torso with Wolfpack emblem (a white wolf head on a black background) inside a red-bordered shield, brown belt with a small pouch printing. Brown arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Plain dark gray legs (unprinted) with matching dark gray hip piece.
Accessories
Equipped with a black recurve bow (longbow style) and a black quiver attached to the back via a neck bracket or held within the cape assembly. Includes a reddish-brown cloth cape.
Color Scheme
Reddish-brown, dark gray, and black with red and white accents on the torso emblem.
Printing Details
Simple 1990s-era pad printing. The wolf emblem is high-contrast. No back torso printing or leg printing, consistent with the production standards of the early 90s.
Variants
Standard Wolfpack figures (cas001) usually wear black hoods or pointed hats. This specific configuration with the brown hood and cape is often associated with the 'Wolfpack Renegades' or 'Wolfpack Tower' era characters.
Condition Notes
Watch for fraying on the edges of the cloth cape and stress marks on the quiver attachment. The brown torso of this era is prone to 'brittle brown' syndrome if handled roughly, though less so than 2000s-era brown.
Estimated Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD for a complete figure in good condition, depending on the state of the cloth cape.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $5.00 to $25.00 USD in 1992/1993.
Compatible Sets
Set 6075 (Wolfpack Tower) and Set 6038 (Wolfpack Renegades).
Character Background
The Wolfpack was a faction of outlaws in the LEGO Castle universe, often portrayed as bandits or rivals to the Black Knights, operating from hidden woods and derelict towers.
Design Notes
The wolf emblem is one of LEGO's most iconic 90s graphics. The use of dark gray for the legs was a transition away from the primary blue/red/yellow colors of the 80s toward a more 'gritty' medieval aesthetic.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Forestmen, Wolfpack Archer (cas001), and the 2024 Series 25 'Goat Herd' or the 'Wolfpack' remake in the Medieval Town Square.
Collectibility
High. Retro Castle factions have seen a massive surge in demand due to nostalgia and the recent 'Lion Knights Castle' and 'Medieval Town Square' releases.
History
Introduced in 1992, the Wolfpack was a short-lived but beloved sub-theme consisting of only three main sets, making every figure from the line a collector's item.
Interesting Facts
The Wolfpack emblem was revived in 2024, nearly 32 years after this figure's debut, signifying its lasting impact on the LEGO fan community.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a woodland MOC or alongside other '90s Castle factions like the Dragon Knights or Black Knights. Use a textured baseplate to mimic a forest floor.
Modification Potential
Commonly used in 'purist' MOCs to create larger bandit armies. The torso is frequently swapped with green Forestman legs for a 'merged faction' look.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential piece of LEGO Castle history. It represents the peak of the early 90s aesthetic transition. A must-have for any serious vintage collector.