Anakin Skywalker (Parka)
sw0263 · Star Wars
The Clone Wars · 2010 (Released in Set 8085 Freeco Speeder)
Figure ID
sw0263
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2010 (Released in Set 8085 Freeco Speeder)
Rarity
Uncommon. While the set was widely available, this specific winter-attire variant was only produced in one set during the early height of The Clone Wars TV series popularity.
Head
Light flesh tone with Anakin's signature Clone Wars stylized eyes and a determined expression. It is a single-sided head commonly used for Anakin figures between 2008 and 2010. Topped with a reddish-brown Tousled hair piece (part 88283).
Torso
Dark brown torso with printing representing a heavy winter parka. It features a dark blue-grey belt with pouches and silver buckle details. The printing includes vertical stitching and a white undershirt peek-a-boo at the neck. Back printing depicts the continuation of the parka hood and belt.
Legs
Dark brown legs with dark blue-grey hip piece. The legs feature dual-colored printing representing dark grey boots and a continuation of the parka robe line, though no side printing is present.
Accessories
Missing in image. Originally included a blue lightsaber with a chrome or metallic silver hilt. This version frequently came with a grey binocular piece in the set context.
Color Scheme
Earth-toned palette consisting primarily of Dark Brown and Dark Blue-Grey, accented by a light flesh head and reddish-brown hair. This 'cold weather' scheme is unique to the Orto Plutonia story arc.
Printing Details
Features the 'big eye' stylized printing typical of the 2008-2013 Clone Wars era. Pad printing on the torso is crisp, covering the front and back, but lacks the metallic or arm-printing seen in modern 'Ultimate Collector Series' figures.
Variants
There are over 50 LEGO Anakin variants; this 'Parka' version is distinct from the standard 'Jedi Knight' (sw0183) and 'Clone Wars Pilot' versions. A slightly updated version with different eyes appeared much later, but the 2010 version remains the classic 'Parka' look.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include hairline cracks on the sides of the dark brown torso (a common issue with brown plastic from that era) and fading of the silver belt buckle print. The hair piece is prone to tooth marks from younger collectors.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD; New/Mint: $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Value is stable but not skyrocketing as it is not a 'grail' figure.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 8085 Freeco Speeder, which retailed for approximately $14.99 USD in 2010, making the figure's original cost-weight about $5.00.
Compatible Sets
Set 8085: Freeco Speeder (2010). It is exclusive to this set.
Character Background
This figure represents Anakin Skywalker as he appeared in the Season 1 episode 'Trespass' of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. He wore this insulated gear while investigating a missing outpost on the ice planet Orto Plutonia.
Design Notes
Significant for being one of the first 'environmental attire' variants in the Clone Wars line. It utilized the then-new 2010 torso print that moved away from the more simplistic 2008 designs.
Similar Minifigures
sw0262 (Thi-Sen), sw0264 (Captain Rex - Cold Weather Gear), and sw0183 (Standard Clone Wars Anakin).
Collectibility
Moderate. It is a necessary piece for anyone completing the full 'The Clone Wars' character roster, though it is often overlooked in favor of more 'iconic' Jedi robes.
History
Launched during the second wave of The Clone Wars sets, this figure marked the transition into more specific episode-based outfits rather than generic character designs.
Interesting Facts
Despite being 'Winter Gear,' the figure does not include a physical hood piece, relying instead on printing on the back of the torso to represent the hood down.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an 'ice world' Hoth or Orto Plutonia MOC. Looks excellent alongside the Cold Weather Captain Rex and the Freeco Speeder itself.
Modification Potential
The dark brown parka torso is highly sought after by MOC builders for creating custom medieval peasants or winter-themed Jedi due to its generic but detailed look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, era-appropriate minifigure. While it lacks the 'fleshier' realism of modern Star Wars figures, it is a charming and accurate relic of the 2010 Clone Wars styling. Rating: 7/10.