Frodo Baggins - Dark Brown Open Jacket
lor115 · The Lord of the Rings
The Lord of the Rings: Icons · 2024. Released in the highly anticipated LEGO Icons Rivendell follow-up, Barad-dûr set, during a period of high adult-target marketing.
Figure ID
lor115
Theme
The Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2024. Released in the highly anticipated LEGO Icons Rivendell follow-up, Barad-dûr set, during a period of high adult-target marketing.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While the set is currently available, it is exclusive to a very expensive 'D2C' (Direct-to-Consumer) set, Barad-dûr (10333).
Head
Light flesh, dual-sided printing with a concerned expression and a frightened/corrupted expression. Topped with a dark brown messy hobbit hair piece.
Torso
Dark brown jacket over a dark red waistcoat, white shirt, and dark tan suspenders. Includes detailed back printing of the jacket folds and suspenders.
Legs
Short dark brown legs with a light flesh 'bare feet' printing on the lower half, featuring hair texture details on the feet.
Accessories
Includes the One Ring (flat gold pearl) and 'Sting' (a unique flat silver sword piece). Note: The Samwise companion in the background carries a Phial of Galadriel and a frying pan.
Color Scheme
Earth tones: Dark brown, dark red, and dark tan. Refined to match the cinematic appearance in 'The Return of the King'.
Printing Details
High-fidelity pad printing. Features 'foot' printing which was absent from earlier 2012-2013 versions. Torso features fine lines for the waistcoat buttons.
Variants
This is a distinct redesign from the original 2012 'swampy' or 'cloak' versions. It features more movie-accurate colors and updated hair molding/coloring.
Condition Notes
Prone to hairline cracks in the side of the torso over time due to the dark brown plastic brittleness, though modern batches are improved. The Ring is easily lost.
Estimated Value
Used: $15 - $25; New (Parted Out): $30+. The value is cushioned by the high $450+ entry price of the set it belongs to.
Price (New)
Set 10333 retails for $459.99. Individual figures in these sets typically carry a high value due to the set's premium nature.
Compatible Sets
10333 The Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr.
Character Background
Frodo at the end of his journey at Mount Doom. He is a Hobbit of the Shire tasked with destroying the One Ring in the fires of Orodruin.
Design Notes
The 2024 update uses the modern 'flesh' skin tone and specialized short-leg printing techniques that weren't standard during the original theme run.
Similar Minifigures
lor002 (Classic Frodo), lor028 (Frodo with Green Cape), lor116 (Samwise Gamgee from the same set).
Collectibility
High. LEGO Lord of the Rings collectors are famously completionist, and this variant represents a pivotal cinematic moment.
History
Represents the second wave of LEGO LOTR (Icons era), 11 years after the original line was discontinued in 2013.
Interesting Facts
The printing on the feet of these newer Hobbits is much more detailed than the 'hobbit feet' stickers or lack of printing found in early sets.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a rocky crag or lava-themed MOC alongside Samwise Gamgee and Gollum, specifically near the Balrog/Sauron display.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'Grey Havens' or 'Quest End' dioramas. Legs are interchangeable with other Hobbits for customization.
Overall Assessment
A superior 10/10 update to a classic character. The addition of foot printing and the specific waistcoat color makes this the definitive movie version of Frodo.