General Rieekan
sw0460 · Star Wars
Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back · 2013, debuted in the Hoth Echo Base set
Figure ID
sw0460
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013, debuted in the Hoth Echo Base set
Rarity
Uncommon; it was exclusive to a single set (75014) which had a limited shelf life.
Head
Light flesh tone with a stern expression, brown eyebrows, and a thick brown mustache. It is a single-sided print.
Torso
Tan jacket with silver Rank Insignia Plaque on the left chest and four grey cylinders on the right. Dark tan belt with a printed pouch. The back features subtle jacket seams.
Legs
Tan with white crotch piece, featuring detailed print of pant creases and gaiters/boots design common to Hoth rebels.
Accessories
Originally packaged with a black blaster pistol; the figure in the image is missing its hair piece (Dark Brown Minifig Hair Swept Back with Sideburns).
Color Scheme
A palette of Tan, Light Flesh, and White accurately reflecting the Rebel Alliance Hoth uniform.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of 2013-era Star Wars figures, including torso front/back and leg front detail, but no arm printing.
Variants
This is the only official LEGO minifigure of General Carlist Rieekan ever produced.
Condition Notes
Susceptible to torso cracks under the arms and wear on the mustache print. This specific unit shows slight dust and is missing the hair piece.
Estimated Value
The complete figure is worth approximately $15-$25 USD in used condition; as-is (missing hair), it is worth roughly $8-$12 USD.
Price (New)
Released in set 75014 Battle of Hoth which retailed for $24.99 USD in 2013.
Compatible Sets
Set 75014-1: Battle of Hoth (2013).
Character Background
General Carlist Rieekan was the commander of Rebel forces at Echo Base during 'The Empire Strikes Back'. He ordered the evacuation once the Empire discovered their location.
Design Notes
Introduced the light-flesh update to Hoth officers, replacing the older yellow-skinned versions of generic Hoth personnel from the early 2000s.
Similar Minifigures
General Madine (sw0457), Rebel Officer (sw0462), and various Hoth Rebel Troopers.
Collectibility
High for completionists of the Battle of Hoth scenes; stable value due to the character's unique identity and lack of recent remakes.
History
Follows the LEGO trend of turning background Rebel leaders into specific named minifigures during the 2010s 'gold rush' of Star Wars set diversity.
Interesting Facts
The torso print is remarkably accurate to the costume worn by Bruce Boa in the film, including the correct number of cylinders on the vest.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Echo Base troopers or a UCS AT-AT in a snowy Hoth diorama. Needs a dark brown swept-back hair piece to be complete.
Modification Potential
The torso and legs are excellent standard pieces for creating custom Rebel command or reconnaissance MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, movie-accurate figure that serves as a vital component for any Empire Strikes Back collection. Rating: 7/10 for detail and character significance.