Anakin Skywalker - Dark Brown Tunic, Scowl / Angry Expression
sw0229 · Star Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars · 2009
Figure ID
sw0229
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2009
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Light nougat dual-sided head with scowl/angry expression, determined look with a scar over the right eye on one side, and an alternate battle-damaged or grimacing expression on the reverse. Comes with medium dark flesh tousled hair piece.
Torso
Dark brown torso with black and dark tan Jedi tunic robes printing, utility belt with silver and black buckle details, black arms, and black hands.
Legs
Dark brown hips and dark brown legs with black boots printing and dark tan strap details.
Accessories
Typically comes with a blue lightsaber featuring a chrome silver or metallic silver hilt and transparent blue blade.
Color Scheme
Dark brown, black, medium dark flesh, and light nougat with silver and white accent details.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the front and back of the torso, dual-sided facial expressions on the head, and simple boot printing on the lower legs.
Variants
Appears in multiple Clone Wars-era iterations with slight tunic color and facial expression variations. This specific variant features the darker brown tunic and the unique Clone Wars animated-style facial print.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fading of the face prints, scratching on the glossy hair piece, and loosening of the arm and hand clutch power over time.
Estimated Value
Estimated value ranges from $10 to $25 USD depending on condition and whether the blue lightsaber is included.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets priced around $40 to $100 USD during the 2009 wave.
Compatible Sets
7753 Pirate Tank (2009), 8037 Anakin's Y-wing Starfighter (2009)
Character Background
Anakin Skywalker is a central figure in the Star Wars saga, transitioning from a heroic Jedi Knight and general in the Galactic Republic's Grand Army during the Clone Wars into the Sith Lord Darth Vader.
Design Notes
Features the signature stylized animated look characteristic of the early LEGO Star Wars: The Clone Wars sub-theme, distinguishing it from live-action movie counterparts.
Similar Minifigures
Other Clone Wars Anakin Skywalker variants such as sw0190 and sw0278.
Collectibility
Moderately high collectibility among Star Wars fans and Clone Wars completionists due to nostalgia for the 2009 animated wave.
History
Released during the height of the animated Clone Wars TV series popularity, representing LEGO's expansion into stylized character representations.
Interesting Facts
The animated style heads from the 2008-2009 Clone Wars sets feature larger, more expressive eyes compared to realistic movie-accurate minifigures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other 2009 Clone Wars figures like Ahsoka Tano and Captain Rex on a transparent display stand.
Modification Potential
Highly adaptable for custom purist Star Wars MOCs, particularly for alternative Clone Wars era dioramas.
Overall Assessment
A fantastic piece of LEGO Star Wars history with great nostalgic value, highly recommended for Clone Wars completionists.