Thor - Dark Bluish Gray Cape, Winged Helmet
sh014 · Marvel Super Heroes
Avengers / Thor · 2012
Figure ID
sh014
Theme
Marvel Super Heroes
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Flesh tone with dual-sided printing: one side features a determined, gritting teeth expression and white pupils (representing his divine glowing eyes), and the other features an angry battle cry. It comes with a metallic silver winged helmet piece that is iconic to early iterations of the cinematic Thor character.
Torso
Dark bluish gray torso with intricate metallic silver, black, and blue armor printing featuring circular plates and straps matching his Avengers movie appearance. It includes black arms and black hands, plus a standard red cloth cape attached underneath the neck bracket.
Legs
Dark bluish gray plain legs with matching hip piece.
Accessories
Red fabric cape and the classic metallic silver winged helmet. Originally, sets featuring this figure also included Mjölnir (hammer), though it is not prominently held in the user image.
Color Scheme
Dark bluish gray, metallic silver, red, black, and flesh tone.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the front of the torso with metallic silver accents. Dual-sided face printing with white eye pads unique to the early Marvel Super Heroes wave to signify his power.
Variants
There are numerous Thor variants across different MCU films (Thor: Ragnarok, Infinity War, Endgame, Love and Thunder). This specific variant is the classic Phase 1 Avengers look from 2012.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the metallic silver helmet, fraying on the fabric red cape, and fading on the torso printing. Check the neck stalk for stress marks.
Estimated Value
Used complete condition ranges from $8 to $15 USD depending on cape condition and inclusion of Mjölnir.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $13 to $50 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
6868-1 Hulk's Helicarrier Breakout (2012) and 6869-1 Quinjet Aerial Battle (2012).
Character Background
Thor Odinson is the Norse God of Thunder and a founding member of the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, portrayed by Chris Hemsworth.
Design Notes
Features the classic 2012 molded plastic winged helmet which was later phased out in favor of hairpieces or dual-molded pieces in later MCU waves.
Similar Minifigures
Other Phase 1 Avengers like Captain America (sh016) and Iron Man Mark VII (sh015).
Collectibility
Moderately high for MCU collectors and completionists trying to acquire the original 2012 Avengers line-up.
History
Released alongside the groundbreaking 2012 The Avengers film, marking LEGO's major successful launch of the Marvel Super Heroes theme.
Interesting Facts
This version of Thor is one of the very few MCU figures to use solid white printing over flesh tone for his glowing eyes, a design choice quickly abandoned in later waves.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other 2012 Avengers on a standard black LEGO baseplate inside a dust-free acrylic case.
Modification Potential
Can be upgraded with modern hair elements or dual-molded arms, though purists prefer keeping the classic 2012 look intact.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic and highly collectible piece for early Marvel Super Heroes enthusiasts, holding steady value due to its age and historical significance to the theme.