Vegeta (Dragon Ball Z) - Custom Fan Design
Custom / Bootleg (Non-LEGO) · Anime (Custom)
Dragon Ball Z (Saiyan Saga) · Unknown (Circa 2015-2022 manufacture)
Figure ID
Custom / Bootleg (Non-LEGO)
Theme
Anime (Custom)
Year Released
Unknown (Circa 2015-2022 manufacture)
Rarity
Common (Mass-produced 3rd party/knockoff)
Head
Light flesh tone with printing representing the 'Scouter' eye-piece over the left eye, aggressive smirk, and pointed Saiyan-style eyebrows. No hairpiece is present on the figure shown.
Torso
Black torso with blue sleeves and dark blue base; printing depicts the Saiyan chest plate (armor) with characteristic abdominal ribbing and white/grey belt line at the waist. Includes a black shoulder-pad armor overlay.
Legs
Plain black or dark blue legs with no printing, standard hip piece.
Accessories
Removable black plastic shoulder armor/pauldrons. While not shown, these figures typically come with a black spiked hair piece and a transparent green scouter lens clip.
Color Scheme
Primarily black and dark blue with white and orange/tan accents on the torso printing. Light flesh head.
Printing Details
Pad-printed or UV-printed style; moderate detail on the stomach armor and facial scouter. Lacks the precision of official LEGO production, often featuring slightly off-centered alignment.
Variants
Many manufacturers produce this version; some feature full arm printing or different colors for the scouter (red/green/blue).
Condition Notes
Prone to loose arm joints and brittle plastic in the neck area. The shoulder armor can sometimes scratch the torso printing if rotated aggressively.
Estimated Value
$1.00 - $5.00 USD
Price (New)
$0.50 - $4.00 (Standard price for individual bootleg minifigures from sites like AliExpress or eBay)
Compatible Sets
Not applicable; compatible with all standard LEGO-style studded plates and components.
Character Background
Vegeta is the Prince of the fallen Saiyan race from the Dragon Ball Z franchise. This specific look represents his 'Saiyan Saga' appearance when he first arrived on Earth.
Design Notes
The shoulder armor piece is a mold frequently reused for custom fantasy warriors and anime characters. The face printing mimics Akira Toriyama's art style.
Similar Minifigures
Custom Son Goku, Custom Frieza, LEGO Super Heroes General Zod (for similar armor pieces).
Collectibility
Low for serious LEGO purists; high for anime fans looking for characters not officially licensed by LEGO Group.
History
Since LEGO does not hold the Dragon Ball license, third-party companies in China (such as POGO, WM, or KT) have produced thousands of these figures since the mid-2010s.
Interesting Facts
The 'Scouter' printed on the eye is used in the show to measure power levels; standard LEGO heads usually lack such specific high-tech asymmetric designs.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Dragon Ball Z custom figures or in a wasteland/desert MOC diorama.
Modification Potential
The shoulder armor can be swapped for official LEGO armor (like Uruk-hai armor) to create a more 'LEGO-authentic' aesthetic.
Overall Assessment
This is a non-official, third-party custom minifigure. While it captures the character's likeness well for a budget item, it holds no resale value among LEGO collectors and is valued primarily as a novelty item for anime fans.