Nex Knight - Lance Richmond (Ultimate Lance)
nex034 · Nexo Knights
Ultimate Figures · 2016
Figure ID
nex034
Theme
Nexo Knights
Year Released
2016
Rarity
Uncommon; part of a specific sub-line that is no longer in production.
Head
Standard yellow minifigure head with dual expression (cocky smile/shouting), topped with a translucent neon orange tinted helmet and a medium blue 'Knight' visor.
Torso
Medium blue torso with silver and white knight armor printing, featuring the horse crest emblem on the chest; includes silver mechanical detailing on the back.
Legs
Medium blue legs with silver and white armor plating printed on the front, consistent with the futuristic knight aesthetic.
Accessories
Translucent neon orange jet wings/boosters (shield-like pieces), a long white lance, and a blue/silver cape (though often removed for play).
Color Scheme
Blue, silver, white, and translucent neon orange (trans-neon orange).
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso and legs; the Nexo Knights line is known for intricate mechanical/armor detailing.
Variants
Standard Nexo Armor versions, Lance with formal suit, and various seasonal armor iterations (Green, Stone, etc.).
Condition Notes
Visors on Nexo Knights are prone to scratches; the translucent neon orange parts can show stress marks at the attachment points.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $12.00 USD depending on completeness and condition of the translucent pieces.
Price (New)
$9.99 USD (as part of set 70337 Ultimate Lance).
Compatible Sets
70337 Ultimate Lance, 70348 Lance's Twin Jouster.
Character Background
Lance Richmond is the celebrity member of the Nexo Knights team, often seen as self-absorbed but extremely talented in jousting and combat.
Design Notes
Introduced the trans-neon orange color palette heavily to the LEGO ecosystem, reflecting the 'digital' nature of the theme's powers.
Similar Minifigures
Ultimate Clay (nex031), Ultimate Macy (nex032), Ultimate Axl (nex033).
Collectibility
Moderate; appeals strongly to fans of the short-lived but unique Nexo Knights theme and space-castle crossover enthusiasts.
History
Part of the first-year launch of Nexo Knights, a theme intended to replace Ninjago but eventually ran concurrently alongside it.
Interesting Facts
The 'Ultimate' series featured brick-built displays and multiple 'Nexo Powers' that could be scanned into a mobile game.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dedicated Nexo Power stand or within a futuristic castle diorama using trans-blue and trans-orange lighting.
Modification Potential
Excellent for Classic Space enthusiasts wanting to create updated futuristic 'Space Knights' or armored pilots.
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly-detailed figure from the mid-2010s. While not extremely valuable, it represents a unique era of LEGO design where sci-fi and fantasy were merged.