Sandman (Flint Marko) - Sand Vortex Lower Body
sh366 · Marvel Super Heroes
Spider-Man: Homecoming · 2017
Figure ID
sh366
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2017
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Tan head with dual-sided expressions showing a stern/gritting face and an angry expression with detailed sandy textures.
Torso
Tan torso featuring a striped blue and white shirt print covered partially by sand, depicting his classic comic and movie-adjacent appearance.
Legs
Replaced with a specialized large molded sand vortex base piece in tan instead of standard legs.
Accessories
None standard, though typically comes with small sand constructs or relies entirely on the unique sand vortex base piece.
Color Scheme
Tan, dark tan, and dark blue accentuating a gritty sandy aesthetic.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on the head and torso with intricate sandy texture details and clean lines.
Variants
Appears in multiple forms across different Spider-Man and Marvel sets, including versions with standard legs.
Condition Notes
Check for scratching on the specialized sand vortex mold and fading on the torso printing. Clutch power on the unique bottom piece is generally durable.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $5 - $10 USD; New/Sealed: $12 - $18 USD depending on the accompanying set availability.
Price (New)
Originally available in set 76083 which retailed for approximately $29.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
76083-1 Beware the Vulture (2017)
Character Background
Flint Marko, better known as Sandman, is a classic Spider-Man rogue capable of transforming his body into sand. He has appeared in numerous comics, animated series, and feature films.
Design Notes
Utilizes a specialized molded brick piece for the lower body vortex, allowing Sandman to look as though he is rising out of a sandstorm, a staple design choice for floating or elemental villains.
Similar Minifigures
Other versions of Sandman from Marvel Super Heroes sets, or elemental characters with specialized cone/vortex bases like Hydro-Man.
Collectibility
Moderate demand among Spider-Man fans and Marvel Super Heroes completionists, especially due to the unique vortex base piece.
History
First introduced in 2015 and redesigned with updated printing and specialized vortex elements in later waves like the 2017 Homecoming tie-in sets.
Interesting Facts
The sand vortex piece is interchangeable with other minifigures, making it a popular choice for custom ground-shaper or ghost-like MOCs.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a raised plate or superhero action scene next to Spider-Man and the Vulture.
Modification Potential
The sand vortex piece is highly versatile for custom comic book vignettes, custom villains, or post-apocalyptic MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A fun and visually distinct minifigure with a creative molded base that captures the character's superpower exceptionally well.