Laval - Red Armor
loc001 · Legends of Chima
Lion Tribe · 2013
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Figure ID
loc001
Theme
Legends of Chima
Year Released
2013
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A well-designed thematic figure showcasing LEGO's unique animal-molding capabilities from the Chima era.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation3.00 USD to 6.00 USD for complete used condition.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets ranging from 20 USD to 50 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Unique molded lion head piece with red mane texture, gold crown detailing, and printed smug grin face.
Torso
Red and gold detailed armor printing representing the Lion Tribe leader outfit with chi crystal detailing.
Legs
Dark red or matching red legs with printed gold armor plating and knee guards.
Accessories
Typically includes a CHI sword, translucent blue CHI orb, and a red shoulder armor attachment piece.
Printing Details
High quality dual-molded and pad-printed details with metallic gold accents on the unique head mold.
Color Scheme
Bright red, gold, tan muzzle, and black accents representing the Lion Tribe.
Known Variants
Multiple versions of Laval exist including Ultimate Laval, Fire Wing Laval, and Speedorz versions.
Condition Notes
Watch for paint wear on the unique molded head's gold printing and scratches on the red plastic.
Found In Sets
70005 Laval's Royal Fighter, 70007 Eglor's Twin Bike, 70010 The Lion CHI Temple
Character Background
Laval is the prince of the Lion Tribe and the primary protagonist of the LEGO Legends of Chima storyline.
Design Notes
Features a specialized custom molded animal head piece replacing standard minifigure heads and hair.
History
Introduced in the launch wave of Legends of Chima in 2013, anchoring the story's core narrative.
Interesting Facts
Legends of Chima was introduced to replace Ninjago temporarily, though Ninjago ultimately returned.
Collectibility
Moderate demand among Chima theme completionists and nostalgic fans of early 2010s themes.
Similar Minifigures
Cragger, Eris, Worriz, Razar from the Legends of Chima theme.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Chima tribal leaders on a custom rock-themed MOC baseplate.
Modification Potential
Parts can be used for custom fantasy animal warriors and roleplay MOCs.