Shulker (Lavender and Medium Lavender)
min092 · Minecraft
The End / The End Dimension · 2021
Figure ID
min092
Theme
Minecraft
Year Released
2021
Rarity
Uncommon. Shulkers are found only in End City-specific sets. While not ultra-rare, they are tied to higher-priced or retired sets compared to basic Minecraft mobs.
Head
The 'head' of the Shulker is actually a 2x2 cube mold. In this lavender version, it features pixelated printing with yellow and black eyes and a purple upper-body pattern that mimics its appearance in the game.
Torso
The Shulker does not have a traditional minifigure torso. The central 'mob' head piece sits inside a shell structure constructed from standard 2x2 bricks and plates.
Legs
Not applicable. The Shulker is a block-based mob and uses standard bricks as its base and shell components.
Accessories
The Shulker is technically an accessory-free mob; however, it is frequently displayed on clear 1x2 or 1x1 plates/bricks to simulate its hovering or wall-clinging behavior.
Color Scheme
A mix of Lavender and Medium Lavender with pixelated dark grey and bright yellow accents for the eyes, reflecting the architecture of the End Cities.
Printing Details
Pad-printed on a 2x2x2 cube element. The printing is high-quality with crisp pixel edges. The print covers only the 'face' area of the inner block.
Variants
There are several Shulker variants based on color. The Lavender version (min092) is the most standard. There is also a White Shulker (min136) and a Dark Gray variant.
Condition Notes
Main vulnerabilities include minor scratches on the flat surfaces of the 2x2 cube and light scuffing on the corners of the printed face area. The lavender color is generally stable against yellowing.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $6.00 USD; New (part of set): N/A as it is sold in larger sets. As a loose figure, it maintains steady value due to mob-building demand.
Price (New)
N/A individually. First released in Set 21165 (The Bee Farm) as a side feature, and prominently in Set 21175 (The Warped Forest) and Set 21107 (The End).
Compatible Sets
21165 The Bee Farm (2021), 21107 Micro World: The End (Conceptually), and various modular The End MOCs.
Character Background
Shulkers (short for Shell Lurker) are hostile mobs found in End Cities situated on the outer islands of the End. They hide within their shells and fire guided projectiles that inflict the Levitation effect.
Design Notes
This design uses the unique 2x2 cube mold which was specifically developed for Minecraft to maintain the blocky aesthetic of the source game while allowing the mob to fit onto standard studs.
Similar Minifigures
Ghast (min042), Magma Cube (min043), and Slime (min044) use similar block-based construction rather than traditional minifigure parts.
Collectibility
High for Minecraft completionists. Collectors often look for multiples to populate their 'End City' MOCs, keeping demand for the lavender variant consistent.
History
Initially released to represent one of the unique hostile mobs introduced in the Minecraft 1.9 Combat Update. It represents LEGO's shift toward creating specialized block molds for mob characters.
Interesting Facts
In the game, Shulkers can be dyed different colors. LEGO has followed this by producing limited alternate color versions in specific themed sets.
Display Suggestions
Display using clear 'trans-light blue' or 'trans-clear' bricks to mimic the mob's ability to levitate. Pairs best with an Enderman or a custom End City tower.
Modification Potential
Since it is built of standard 2x2 blocks, it is highly modular. Users can swap the 'shell' colors easily using any spare LEGO 2x2 tiles or plates.
Overall Assessment
A faithful and sturdy representation of a unique Minecraft enemy. It is a 'must-have' for fans of the End dimension sub-theme, though its simplicity makes it less impressive to non-Minecraft collectors.