Cold Weather Galactic Marine (Custom-Painted/Modified)
Custom (Based on sw0182) · Star Wars
Custom / Fan-Made Modification · Original base figure released in 2007 (7666 Hoth Rebel Base)
Figure ID
Custom (Based on sw0182)
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
Original base figure released in 2007 (7666 Hoth Rebel Base)
Rarity
Unique / Damaged (Non-official production)
Head
Standard white LEGO head under a modified Snowtrooper helmet, painted with red ink/marker across the face plate and visor area.
Torso
White torso with Snowtrooper armor printing, heavily modified with red marker 'blood' or 'battle damage' effects. Includes white arms and hands.
Legs
White legs with standard Snowtrooper printing on the hips, featuring extensive red ink markings on the thighs and boots.
Accessories
Includes a standard black Star Wars blaster pistol (small) and a custom-painted Snowtrooper helmet with red markings.
Color Scheme
White and Light Bluish Gray base, obscured by unofficial Red marker/paint accents.
Printing Details
Underlying pad printing is official LEGO Snowtrooper design; the red detailing is amateur hand-painted application with uneven coverage.
Variants
This is an amateur custom variant of the sw0182 Snowtrooper, intended to look like a Galactic Marine or a battle-hardened trooper.
Condition Notes
Poor/Damaged. The figure has been permanently altered with marker or paint, which significantly reduces its market value as an official collectible.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $3.00 USD. While the base parts are official, the permanent modification effectively ruins the figure's value for most collectors.
Price (New)
Original base figure sw0182 appeared in sets priced at $49.99 (7666) in 2007.
Compatible Sets
Base parts derived from Set 7666: Hoth Rebel Base or Set 7665: Republic Cruiser.
Character Background
Likely intended to represent a Galactic Marine (21st Nova Corps) from Star Wars: Episode III, known for their maroon armor and cold-weather gear.
Design Notes
An example of a 'childhood custom' where permanent marker was used to attempt to create a character (Galactic Marine) that LEGO had not yet produced at the time.
Similar Minifigures
sw0182 Snowtrooper, sw0825 Galactic Marine (official version released later).
Collectibility
Low. Collectors generally seek factory-original condition; modified or drawn-on figures are usually considered 'filler' or 'parts' stock.
History
Follows the long tradition of fans customizing existing Star Wars figures to expand their armies before LEGO released official versions of specific units.
Interesting Facts
The red marker used appears to have bled into the plastic over time, which is a common occurrence with permanent markers on ABS plastic.
Display Suggestions
Best suited for a background role in a battle-themed MOC (My Own Creation) where the damage looks like intentional cinematic gore.
Modification Potential
High. Could be restored using isopropyl alcohol (if the marker is recent) or further customized with professional paints.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic but technically 'damaged' figure. It holds value for play or as a placeholder, but is not a investment-grade collectible.