Laval - Armor, Cape
loc033 · Legends of Chima
Lions Tribe / Wave 1 · 2013, released during the peak of the original Chima wave
Figure ID
loc033
Theme
Legends of Chima
Year Released
2013, released during the peak of the original Chima wave
Rarity
Uncommon. While highly featured as the protagonist, this specific version with the shoulder armor and cape was exclusive to a few mid-priced sets and a specific magazine gift.
Head
Double-sided Tan head with Lion facial printing; includes a Lion headpiece hair mold in dark brown and tan with blue ear markings.
Torso
Tan torso with gold, blue, and brown Lion armor printing on both sides; white hands and tan arms. Front plate features the ‘Chi’ crystal orb location.
Legs
Tan with hips; blue and gold printed loincloth armor and knee padding detail; small claw markings on the feet.
Accessories
Includes a Pearl Dark Gray shoulder armor piece with neck bracket. Note: Red cape is missing from the figure in the image.
Color Scheme
Primary Tan and Gold with secondary Dark Brown and Royal Blue accents, typical of the Lion Tribe's royal aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing including ornate metallic gold filigree on both the torso and the legs; detailed dual-sided head printing.
Variants
Standard Laval (loc001), Cape-less Laval (loc012), and Laval with various weapons or Speedor variants.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the tip of the rubberized ears and hair piece. Shoulder armor can cause 'arm-swings' or scratching on the torso print if played with heavily.
Estimated Value
Used: $5-$8 USD | New: $12-$15 USD. Value is stable as Chima remains a cult favorite for its unique molds.
Price (New)
$14.99 - $39.99 (Set prices). This figure was also available as a promotional polybag and magazine gift.
Compatible Sets
70005 Laval's Royal Fighter, 70010 The Lion CHI Temple (variation), and 30250 Ewar's Acro-Fighter (polybag variant).
Character Background
Laval is the Crown Prince of the Lion Tribe and the primary protagonist of the Legends of Chima series, tasked with protecting the balance of CHI in the land of Chima.
Design Notes
Features the highly detailed rubber-over-plastic dual-molded headpiece which was a revolutionary part for 2013, moving away from standard minifigure headgear.
Similar Minifigures
Lagravis (loc042), Lavertus (loc017), and Li'Ella (loc093) from the Lion Tribe series.
Collectibility
Moderate. Vital for any fan of the Chima 2013-2015 era. Demand is consistent due to the unique fantasy molds not found in modern themes.
History
Debuted in 2013 as part of LEGO's attempt to create a successor to Ninjago. It represents a milestone in complex dual-molded animal masks.
Interesting Facts
The Lion Tribe's architecture and armor designs were inspired by Roman and Greek soldiers, reflected in the 'skirt' printing on the legs.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the Lion CHI Temple or on a stepped baseplate with other Lion Tribe members. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the light tan plastic from yellowing.
Modification Potential
The shoulder armor is highly compatible with Castle/Fantasy MOCs. The Lion headpiece is frequently used for custom high-fantasy races (Tabaxi) in RPG-themed builds.
Overall Assessment
A solid B-tier collectible. It is the definitive 'hero' figure for a niche but beloved theme, showcasing LEGO's peak experimentation with specialized molds.