Lion Knight - Scale Mail with Red Collar
cas439 · Castle
Kingdoms · 2010 (Debuted in set 7946 King's Castle)
Figure ID
cas439
Theme
Castle
Year Released
2010 (Debuted in set 7946 King's Castle)
Rarity
Uncommon. While common in its release era, it is now discontinued and sought after by Castle army-builders.
Head
Classic LEGO yellow head with black stud eyes and a standard smile (3626bp01).
Torso
Blue torso with silver scale mail armor printing, red collar, and black belt. Features blue arms and black hands.
Legs
Plain blue legs (970c00) with a black hip piece.
Accessories
Equipped with a metallic silver Neck Protector helmet (x167) and a reddish brown quiver on the back.
Color Scheme
A vibrant mix of Blue and Silver with Red accents, representing the Lion Knights faction.
Printing Details
Pad-printed torso with high-contrast metallic silver ink for the scale mail; the printing is front-side only, typical for this era of Castle figures.
Variants
Several Lion Knights from the Kingdoms era share this torso, but variants include different head pieces (bearded or visor-grin) and leg colors (dark grey).
Condition Notes
Prone to silver ink wear on the torso edges and 'bite marks' or stress fractures on the chin of the helmet piece.
Estimated Value
New: $8.00 - $12.00; Used: $4.00 - $7.00 depending on the condition of the silver printing.
Price (New)
N/A (CAME IN SETS); Set 7946 retailed for $99.99 in 2010.
Compatible Sets
7946 King's Castle, 7949 Prison Carriage Rescue, 10223 Kingdoms Joust.
Character Background
A standard foot soldier or archer of the Lion Kingdom, serving under the King to defend against the Dragon Knights.
Design Notes
The scale mail print was a modern update to the classic 'crusader' look of the 1980s, providing a more detailed 'Kingdoms' aesthetic.
Similar Minifigures
Dragon Knight (cas441), Lion Knight with Plate Armor (cas440).
Collectibility
High. Castle fans frequently purchase these in bulk to create large dioramas and armies.
History
This figure marked a return to classic medieval aesthetics after the more fantasy-oriented 'Fantasy Era' of 2007-2009.
Interesting Facts
The scale mail design on this torso is often mistaken for the older 1990s version, but this 2010 version features cleaner lines and a distinct red collar.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a grey castle wall or in a formation of 5-10 similar soldiers behind a Lion Knight Commander.
Modification Potential
Excellent for army building; the torso is highly versatile for custom medieval MOCs or Robin Hood-style archers.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential 2010s Castle minifigure. It is a solid, high-quality figure that remains the gold standard for 'Lion Knight' infantry.