Vision - Yellow Cape
sh178 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers: Age of Ultron · 2015. Released alongside the MCU film 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' in the premiere wave of sets.
Figure ID
sh178
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2015. Released alongside the MCU film 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' in the premiere wave of sets.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. Only appeared in one mid-sized set during its initial run. While not exclusive to a high-end set, its single-set availability and the popularity of the character increase its rarity.
Head
Magenta head piece with printed silver forehead detail representing the Mind Stone setting, pink eyes, and dark purple facial contours. Single-sided printing.
Torso
Sand Green torso base with Dark Purple athletic muscle printing and magenta collar accents. Sand Green arms with Magenta hands. Includes back printing that continues the suit detail.
Legs
Sand Green legs and hips. Features Dark Purple printed athletic detailing on the front of the hips and legs, including boot-top patterns near the feet.
Accessories
Includes a unique yellow spongy-fabric cape with two neck holes. The cape material is softer and more textured than standard stiff starched fabric capes often used by LEGO.
Color Scheme
Primary Sand Green with Magenta and Dark Purple accents. The yellow cape provides a stark high-contrast accent, echoing the character's classic comic book appearance.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The Sand Green color has a slight metallic/pearl sheen in some light. Printing covers the head, front/back of torso, and front of legs.
Variants
This is the original MCU version. Later variants include sh303 (trans-light blue 'phasing' version) and sh733 (WandaVision white version). A more detailed version with side-leg printing appeared in the CMF Marvel Series (colmar-12).
Condition Notes
The soft fabric cape is prone to fraying and creasing if not handled carefully. Check for torso cracks under the arms and fading of the Mind Stone silver print on the forehead.
Estimated Value
Used: $15–$25 | New/Mint: $30–$45. Prices fluctuate based on the condition of the fragile soft-fabric cape.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 76032 which retailed for $79.99 USD in 2015.
Compatible Sets
76032 The Avengers Quinjet City Chase.
Character Background
A vibranium-based synthezoid created by Ultron and brought to life by the Mind Stone and J.A.R.V.I.S. in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Design Notes
LEGO chose Sand Green to represent Vision's MCU color palette, which was a departure from the bright 'Medium Green' used for many classic comic representations.
Similar Minifigures
sh303 (Vision - Trans-Light Blue), sh733 (The Vision - White), colmar-12 (Vision - Marvel CMF Series 1).
Collectibility
High. As the debut minifigure of a primary Avenger, it remains a staple for MCU collectors who prefer the original film accuracy over stylized comic versions.
History
This figure marked the first time Vision was ever produced as a LEGO minifigure. He remained relatively unchanged until the 'WandaVision' era of sets.
Interesting Facts
The yellow cape is made of a specific 'soft-cloth' material that was relatively new to the Super Heroes line in 2015, intended to mimic the character's ethereal flight movement.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the other 'Age of Ultron' Avengers. Use a clear trans-clear bar piece to pose him in flight, as his cape looks most dynamic when elevated.
Modification Potential
The head and cape are frequently used by customizers to upgrade the CMF version of Vision or to create a more 'comic-book' accurate version using brighter green parts.
Overall Assessment
A landmark minifigure for Marvel collectors. While surpassed in detail by the 2021 CMF version, the unique color palette and 'first appearance' status make sh178 a must-have.