Squidward Tentacles
spon005 · SpongeBob SquarePants
SpongeBob SquarePants · 2006
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
spon005
Theme
SpongeBob SquarePants
Year Released
2006
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
An excellent and nostalgic licensed figure featuring unique specialized molds that make it a standout piece for any classic Nickelodeon LEGO collection.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$15 to $35 USD depending on condition and completeness.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets priced between $20 and $50 USD during the mid-2000s.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Unique molded rubbery plastic head piece featuring Squidward's distinctive large bulbous nose, drooping ears, heavy-lidded yellow eyes with red pupils, and a permanently grumpy expression, rendered in light aqua / sand blue.
Torso
Plain dark orange torso representing his iconic collared shirt, featuring a simple black triangle collar print on the front and plain back, with sand blue arms and matching hands.
Legs
Standard sand blue legs with printed purple oval details on the feet to simulate his tentacles.
Accessories
None standard included for this specific iteration, though often paired with a clarinet in other sets from the theme.
Printing Details
Pad-printed facial details and eye highlights on a specialized molded head, simple collar on the torso, and tentacle suction cup prints on the feet.
Color Scheme
Sand blue, dark orange, and purple accents, capturing Squidward's animated color palette accurately.
Known Variants
Appeared in a couple of sets during the 2006-2009 SpongeBob wave, with no major design variations across its limited production run.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the specialized soft plastic head mold, slight fading of the torso print, and scratching on the sand blue leg pieces.
Found In Sets
3825 Krusty Krab (2006), 3833 Krusty Krab Adventures (2009)
Character Background
Squidward Tentacles is a main character from the animated television series SpongeBob SquarePants, known for his cynical attitude, artistic ambitions, and frustration with his neighbors SpongeBob and Patrick.
Design Notes
Utilizes a unique specialized head mold specifically engineered to capture Squidward's distinct cephalopod anatomy, a hallmark of mid-2000s licensed LEGO themes.
History
Released during the initial 2006 wave of the LEGO SpongeBob SquarePants theme, coinciding with the height of the show's classic era popularity.
Interesting Facts
Squidward's head piece is made of a softer, rubbery plastic material rather than standard ABS plastic, making it unique among standard minifigure components.
Collectibility
High demand among nostalgic 2000s collectors and fans of licensed themes, appreciating steadily as licensed SpongeBob sets are long discontinued.
Similar Minifigures
SpongeBob SquarePants (spon001), Patrick Star (spon002), Mr. Krabs (spon003), Sandy Cheeks (spon004)
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard blue or grey baseplate alongside SpongeBob and the Krusty Krab build to recreate the iconic restaurant scene.
Modification Potential
Limited due to the highly specialized molded head, though the torso and legs can be easily repurposed for custom minifigures.