Lord Ras - Dragon Form / Shadow Lord (Ultimate Lego Castle Sorcerer)
cas512 · Castle
Fantasy Era · 2009 (Released in the Medieval Market Village and various themed sets)
Figure ID
cas512
Theme
Castle
Year Released
2009 (Released in the Medieval Market Village and various themed sets)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While the theme was widely produced, high-quality examples of this specific sorcerer variant are increasingly difficult to find as the cape and beard pieces are prone to damage.
Head
Standard yellow skin tone with a unique facial print featuring a concentrated expression, white pupils, and thin black eyebrows. The face is mostly obscured by a specialized black long beard piece.
Torso
Black torso with intricate red and silver dragon/magical printing on the front. Features red arms with red hands to simulate gloves or magical robes. The printing includes a stylized dragon-head symbol in the center.
Legs
Black legs with complex printing on the hips and upper thighs, including a white rope-style belt and a small potion bottle/vial printed on the right leg.
Accessories
Includes a wide-brimmed black wizard hat with a red dragon logo print, a long black rubberized beard, a red fabric cape, and a specialized staff topped with a trans-red jewel and a gold pearl topper.
Color Scheme
Primary Black with Red accents. Features secondary metallic Silver printing and Red fabric elements to denote high-ranking status or villainous alignment.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing for the late 2000s era. Notable for the leg sub-prints (potion/belt) and the specific hat print, which was a premium feature at the time.
Variants
Standard versions exist without the leg printing in smaller sets; this specific version with the printed legs and potion vial is typically the 'deluxe' version found in larger sets like 10193.
Condition Notes
The red fabric cape is prone to fraying at the edges. The beard piece is made of a softer plastic and can attract dust or become tacky over time if stored improperly. Check hat print for fading.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $15–$25 USD; New/Mint: $40+ USD. The price fluctuates based on the crispness of the hat print and the condition of the cape.
Price (New)
N/A (Derived from sets ranging from $20.00 to $99.99 RRP). The most notable set, Medieval Market Village, retailed for $99.99 in 2009.
Compatible Sets
10193 Medieval Market Village, 7093 Skeleton Tower, and various smaller 'Castles' pulse sets from the late Fantasy Era.
Character Background
Often referred to as the Evil Wizard or Shadow Sorcerer, this character serves as the primary magical antagonist in the 2007-2009 Castle Fantasy Era storyline, opposing the King's Knights and the Wizard Good.
Design Notes
This figure marked a departure from the classic 'Majisto' blue wizard, utilizing a much darker, 'edgier' gothic aesthetic popular in the late 2000s LEGO design phase.
Similar Minifigures
Majisto the Wizard (Classic), Vitruvius (The LEGO Movie), and the CMF Series 12 Wizard.
Collectibility
High. This is considered the 'definitive' evil wizard for many collectors who grew up during the Castle Fantasy Era, which is currently seeing a massive resurgence in popularity.
History
Represents the culmination of the 'Fantasy Era' of Castle, where LEGO introduced more mythical elements like dragons, trolls, and skeletons compared to the realistic designs of the 90s.
Interesting Facts
The hat piece is a 'rare' print variation of the standard wizard hat (part 3844), making it a specific target for collectors looking to complete set 10193.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a stone-colored baseplate next to a dragon or inside a gothic castle MOC. Use a warm LED light to make the trans-red staff topper 'glow'.
Modification Potential
Excellent for dark fantasy MOCs. The printed legs are highly sought after for customizing other medieval rogue or apothecary characters.
Overall Assessment
A standout figure from a golden era of LEGO Castle. It balances 'toy-like' playability with high-end printing that still holds up against modern 2024 minifigure standards.