Cho Chang - Blue Owl Sweater
hp251 · Harry Potter
Advent Calendar · Released in late 2020 as part of the Harry Potter Advent Calendar. This period saw a shift toward more detailed seasonal printing across the licensed Harry Potter line.
Figure ID
hp251
Theme
Harry Potter
Year Released
Released in late 2020 as part of the Harry Potter Advent Calendar. This period saw a shift toward more detailed seasonal printing across the licensed Harry Potter line.
Rarity
Uncommon. While exclusive to one specific calendar set, these were mass-produced; however, they are harder to find complete on the secondary market compared to standard set figures.
Head
Light Nougat, female dual-sided head with a smile and a frightened expression. Long black hair piece with a center part and straight texture.
Torso
Medium Blue torso with an intricate Christmas/Winter sweater print featuring a white owl (Hedwig style), snowflakes, and geometric patterns. Printing continues on the back with the knit pattern. Light Nougat hands.
Legs
Black short legs (static/non-posable), representing the younger student stature in the Harry Potter theme.
Accessories
Reddish Brown magic wand (standard Harry Potter style), sometimes accompanied by an owl or letter in the original set context.
Color Scheme
Dominant Medium Blue and Black, with white and dark blue printing details for the knit pattern. Accentuated by a reddish-brown wand.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back. The owl design is crisp, using white ink over a blue base, which is notoriously difficult to align but executed well here.
Variants
This torso is unique to the 2020 calendar. Other versions of Cho Chang exist in school robes (hp162) and Yule Ball dress (hp203).
Condition Notes
The black short legs are prone to light surface scratches. The hairpiece can show 'rub' marks if stored loosely. Check for torso cracks on the sides, though less common with newer parts.
Estimated Value
Estimated at $4.00 - $7.00 USD for a used complete figure; approximately $10.00 USD for a new/unassembled version from the foil pack.
Price (New)
The 2020 Advent Calendar (Set 75981) originally retailed for $29.99 USD, containing 24 builds/figures, making the per-unit value roughly $1.25 initially.
Compatible Sets
LEGO 75981 Harry Potter Advent Calendar (2020).
Character Background
Cho Chang is a Ravenclaw student and Harry Potter's first love interest. This variant represents her in casual winter attire seen during the Christmas period at Hogwarts.
Design Notes
The sweater uses the 'Ugly Christmas Sweater' aesthetic, a popular sub-trend in LEGO holiday sets. It features a unique owl motif to tie it specifically to the Wizarding World.
Similar Minifigures
The 2020 Harry Potter (hp245) and Ron Weasley (hp247) from the same Advent Calendar, both of whom also wear unique festive sweaters.
Collectibility
Moderate. Highly desirable for completionists of the Harry Potter 'Seasonal Sweater' collection, which has become a mini-subculture among collectors.
History
Follows the tradition of providing exclusive winter-themed variants of main characters in annual Advent calendars, moving away from standard school uniform repeats.
Interesting Facts
Despite the torso featuring an owl, Cho Chang's actual pet in the series is never specified, though she is a member of Ravenclaw house, which is represented by an eagle (often confused with an owl).
Display Suggestions
Ideal for display in a Great Hall Yule Ball MOC or a Winter Village crossover scene. Best paired with other 'sweater' variants like Harry and Ron.
Modification Potential
The torso is widely used for 'Winter Village' civilian MOCs (My Own Creations) because it lacks specific Wizarding World branding like house crests.
Overall Assessment
A charming and detailed seasonal variant. 8/10 for design quality; a must-have for Harry Potter collectors due to the exclusive torso print.