Ghost, Glow in the Dark with Ribcage and Eye Pattern
cas245 · Castle
Fright Knights · 1997
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
cas245
Theme
Castle
Year Released
1997
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
An iconic and highly nostalgic 90s Castle collectible that holds solid secondary market value and remains a fan-favorite spooky minifigure.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$10.00 to $25.00 USD depending on condition and presence of the original tattered cape.
Original Retail
Originally available as part of mid-to-late 90s Castle sets ranging from $20 to $50 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Black standard minifigure head with a single white printing of a stylized cyclops eye and surrounding lines, glow-in-the-dark plastic underneath black paint.
Torso
Black torso with ribs, internal organs, and skeletal line printing in white, white hands, standard black arms, features a neck bracket/cape attachment.
Legs
Translucent clear or glow-in-the-dark cone/swirl specialized ghost bottom piece rather than standard articulated legs.
Accessories
Black ragged cloth cape with tattered edges draped over the shoulders.
Printing Details
Simple 90s era pad printing in stark white against a solid black background on both the head and torso.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic black with white printing and translucent/glow-in-the-dark elements.
Known Variants
Standard classic white ghosts with glowing elements from earlier years vs. this specific specialized printed black ghost variant from the late 90s.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fraying on the cloth cape, fading or scratching on the white torso and head pad printing, and yellowing or scuffing on the translucent ghost bottom piece.
Found In Sets
6037 Witch's Windfall, 6097 Night Lord's Castle
Character Background
Classic Castle supernatural monster entity designed to haunt dungeons and spook rival factions like the Royal Knights and Wolfpack.
Design Notes
Utilizes the specialized translucent swirl bottom brick piece common to classic LEGO ghosts combined with unique gothic skeletal printing.
History
Introduced during the height of the Castle sub-themes in the late 1990s when LEGO began experimenting more heavily with specialized Halloween and horror-themed creatures.
Interesting Facts
The head and body glow in the dark under UV light, making it a standout feature for dark-display setups.
Collectibility
High demand among vintage LEGO Castle and classic monster collectors due to the unique spooky aesthetic and specific 90s wave exclusivity.
Similar Minifigures
Classic Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost (cas133), Night Lord Skeleton figures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark-themed Castle MOC or haunted modular building diorama alongside skeletons and ghouls.
Modification Potential
Great for custom Halloween builds, spooky vignettes, and classic fantasy MOCs.