Figrin D'an - Modal Nodes Band Member
sw0529 · Star Wars
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope · 2014
Figure ID
sw0529
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Rare
Head
Unique molded rubbery/plastic Bith head piece in tan with large black eyes, elongated cranium, and mouth folds. Not a standard minifigure head shape.
Torso
Black tunic or jacket with double-breasted button details and folds printed in light grey on the front. Plain black arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain dark bluish grey legs with a matching dark bluish grey hip assembly.
Accessories
Pearl gold saxophone (representing the Kloo horn played by the band) and a small tile or drink accessory.
Color Scheme
Tan, black, dark bluish grey, and pearl gold accents.
Printing Details
Simple torso front printing with fine grey lines depicting jacket closures and buttons. High-grade pad printing on a unique molded head piece.
Variants
This specific Figrin D'an figure is the primary version released for the Cantina set; no major alternate variants exist for this specific character mold.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the rubbery Bith head piece, fading of the torso printing, and loose clutch power in the arms or hips over time.
Estimated Value
$15.00 - $25.00 USD depending on completeness and condition, with accessories adding to the value.
Price (New)
Originally came in a set retailing around $79.99 USD in 2014.
Compatible Sets
75052 Mos Eisley Cantina (2014)
Character Background
Figrin D'an was a Bith musician and the frontman of the Modal Nodes, the famous jazz-style band that performed the catchy 'Mad About Me' tune in the Mos Eisley Cantina in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope.
Design Notes
Features a specialized, non-standard molded head piece to accurately capture the iconic, bulbous-headed alien anatomy of the Bith species from the original trilogy.
Similar Minifigures
Other Mos Eisley Cantina aliens like Greedo, Wuher, and Momaw Nadon.
Collectibility
High collectibility among Star Wars original trilogy fans and builders looking to populate custom cantina MOCs.
History
Introduced in 2014 as part of the updated Mos Eisley Cantina set, fulfilling long-time fan requests for more obscure cantina alien musicians.
Interesting Facts
The Bith head mold was newly created for the 2014 wave and expertly captures the distinctive, brain-heavy cranium and large black eyes of the species.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a custom Mos Eisley Cantina diorama alongside other band members and patrons.
Modification Potential
Great for custom cantina scenes, though the specialized Bith head piece is somewhat difficult to repurpose for non-alien custom figures.
Overall Assessment
An essential, highly detailed alien minifigure for any Star Wars fan, featuring a unique specialized head mold that elevates it above standard generic figures.