The Riddler - Prison Jumpsuit
sh274 · Super Heroes
DC Comics Super Heroes · 2016
Figure ID
sh274
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2016
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Flesh tone with purple domino mask and smirking/smiling expression, featuring reddish-brown hair molded as part of a hat/hair combo or separate cap piece
Torso
Orange prison jumpsuit torso with collar, zipper line, and back printing detailing prison inmate lines and texture
Legs
Plain orange standard LEGO legs matching the torso
Accessories
Dark green bowler hat with question mark printing on the front
Color Scheme
Orange as the primary jumpsuit color, dark green for the bowler hat, black hands, and flesh skin tone
Printing Details
Simple yet effective pad printing featuring the iconic question mark on the hat and jumpsuit texture lines on the torso
Variants
This is a specific variant representing The Riddler incarcerated in a prison jumpsuit, distinct from his classic green suit versions
Condition Notes
Standard wear points include potential scratching on the orange plastic, fading of the printed question mark on the hat, and hand cracking
Estimated Value
Approximately $5.00 to $10.00 USD depending on condition and completeness
Price (New)
Originally available in a set retailing around $50 to $60 USD
Compatible Sets
76055 Batman: Killer Croc Sewer Smash (2016)
Character Background
Edward Nygma, alias The Riddler, is one of Batman's most iconic adversaries, known for his obsession with puzzles, riddles, and leaving cryptic clues for the Dark Knight
Design Notes
Captures a specific narrative moment where Gotham villains are caught and placed in correctional facilities or prison transports
Similar Minifigures
Other Arkham Asylum or prison-themed DC villains such as Prisoner Joker and Prisoner Two-Face
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven by completionists of the Batman theme and fans of unique villain variant costumes
History
Released during the mid-2010s wave of DC Super Heroes sets that heavily featured Batman and his rogue's gallery
Interesting Facts
The prison jumpsuit variant offers a fun twist on the standard green-suit Riddler figures typically found in LEGO sets
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside other Arkham inmates or security guards in a custom LEGO prison display or superhero lineup
Modification Potential
Parts can be easily repurposed for generic prison inmate MOCs or custom villain escape dioramas
Overall Assessment
A fun and distinct variant of a classic villain that adds great narrative variety to any DC Super Heroes minifigure collection