TIE Fighter Pilot - Light Nougat Head, Imperial Logo on Helmet
sw0621 · Star Wars
Star Wars Rebels / Ultimate Collector Series · 2015, released during the peak of interest in Star Wars Rebels and the launch of the UCS TIE Fighter.
Figure ID
sw0621
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2015, released during the peak of interest in Star Wars Rebels and the launch of the UCS TIE Fighter.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While the design was used in smaller sets, the specific combination and the popularity of the pilot makes it a staple for collectors.
Head
Light Nougat head with a stern expression and furrowed brows. The helmet is a black mold with silver Imperial insignias on the front forehead and detailed silver air canister/respirator printing.
Torso
Black torso with detailed life support system printing including a small rectangular panel with red and blue buttons, and silver line detailing for flight suit zippers. Plain black arms and hands.
Legs
Black legs with grey/silver printed flight suit details including pockets, harness lines, and knee padding that aligns with the torso printing.
Accessories
Typically comes with a standard black medium blaster (not shown in image). The helmet is the primary specialized accessory.
Color Scheme
Primary: Black. Accents: Silver, Light Bluish Gray, and small touches of Red and Blue on the chest controls.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on the helmet, torso, and legs. Features front and back torso printing. The leg printing was a significant step up from older 'plain leg' versions of this pilot.
Variants
Variants include sw0543 (same print but with a 'Clone' head) and older versions like sw0035 with no leg printing and classic yellow heads.
Condition Notes
Prone to scratches on the smooth surface of the helmet. The silver ink on the helmet and chest can rub off with heavy play. Check hip joints for cracks.
Estimated Value
New: $12-$15. Used: $6-$10. Helmet part alone: $3-$5.
Price (New)
Appeared in sets ranging from the $12.99 polybag 75087 to the $199.99 UCS TIE Fighter 75095.
Compatible Sets
75082 TIE Advanced Prototype, 75095 TIE Fighter - UCS, 75128 TIE Advanced Prototype Microfighter, 75106 Imperial Assault Carrier.
Character Background
Imperial TIE Pilots are the elite flight wing of the Imperial Navy. This specific design was inspired by the aesthetic used in the Star Wars Rebels animated series.
Design Notes
Features a mold that perfectly captures the respirator tube connection to the helmet, a design evolved significantly from the 'Discovery' era classic helmets.
Similar Minifigures
sw0035 TIE Pilot (Classic), sw0600 TIE Fighter Pilot (Printed Arms variant), and sw1156 First Order TIE Pilot.
Collectibility
High. Army builders frequently seek these out to fill various TIE Fighter models. It remains a very popular 'generic' elite trooper.
History
First appearing in the 2014/2015 wave, this leg-print version marked the transition to more'detailed' generic troopers in the Star Wars line.
Interesting Facts
The silver Imperial logos on the helmet are actually slightly different in diameter compared to the version released just a year prior in certain polybags.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed inside a TIE Fighter cockpit or standing at attention next to a 75095 UCS TIE Fighter display plaque.
Modification Potential
Excellent for Imperial hangar MOCs. The legs and torso are great for custom Imperial technicians or navy officers.
Overall Assessment
A high-quality, quintessential Star Wars minifigure. Essential for any Imperial fan, boasting great detail without the high price tag of specific named characters.