Android 17 (Dragon Ball Z / Super) - Custom Design
Custom (Unofficial) · External / Anime-based Customs
Dragon Ball Series · Unknown (Circa 2018-2023 for various custom batches)
Figure ID
Custom (Unofficial)
Theme
External / Anime-based Customs
Year Released
Unknown (Circa 2018-2023 for various custom batches)
Rarity
Niche (Market-dependent)
Head
Custom molded hair piece in black with central parting; head features anime-style light blue eyes, thin eyebrows, and a small serious mouth on light flesh tone.
Torso
Black vest over light grey long sleeves with pink/flesh hands. Features the Red Ribbon Army logo (RR) on the left chest and an orange shirt/undershirt visible at the collar.
Legs
Dark blue/jeans print with a brown belt and silver buckle; lower feet feature blue and white sneaker/boot detailing.
Accessories
None visible in the image, though often sold with clear energy blasts or handguns in custom sets.
Color Scheme
Main colors are Black, Dark Blue, Orange, and Light Grey, mimicking the Android 17 'Cell Saga' outfit.
Printing Details
High-detail UV or Pad printing applied to front of torso, arms, and legs. Note the 'RR' logo which is a signature character detail.
Variants
Numerous versions exist by different custom makers (e.g., Christo, Phoenix, or budget brands like WM/KORUIT). Some variants include a 'Dragon Ball Super' Ranger outfit.
Condition Notes
Since this is custom, the printing may be prone to scratching more easily than official LEGO. UV printing can have a slightly raised texture.
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 (if budget mass-produced brand) or $40 - $100+ (if limited designer pad-printed custom). This looks like a budget mass-market variant worth roughly $2-$4.
Price (New)
Usually $1.50 - $3.00 on secondary markets (Aliexpress/eBay) for budget clones.
Compatible Sets
Not applicable; not included in any official LEGO sets as the license is held by Bandai/Namco.
Character Background
Android 17 is a fictional character from the Dragon Ball manga/anime series created by Akira Toriyama. Originally a human named Lapis, he was turned into a cyborg by Dr. Gero to destroy Goku.
Design Notes
Utilizes a custom hair mold not found in the official LEGO library to replicate the character's signature mid-length black hair.
Similar Minifigures
Android 18 (Custom), Future Trunks (Custom), or official LEGO Super Heroes figures with similar vest designs.
Collectibility
High within the anime-custom community; low for purist LEGO collectors due to its unofficial status.
History
LEGO has never produced a Dragon Ball line, leading to a massive secondary market for high-quality custom versions of these characters.
Interesting Facts
Despite being 'Androids,' 17 and 18 are technically Cyborgs, as they were constructed from human bases.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a custom Anime-themed frame or a 'Cell Games' arena MOC (My Own Creation).
Modification Potential
Excellent for parts; the hair piece and torso are highly sought after for creating other anime-style custom characters.
Overall Assessment
This is a non-official custom minifigure of Android 17. While non-purist, it offers a faithful representation of the character that LEGO does not currently produce.