Buckbeak / Hedwig / Giant Eagle (Creature / Molded Animal)
bb01c01 / 6848c01 / Specialized Animal Mold · Harry Potter / Castle / Lord of the Rings
Harry Potter: Prisoner of Azkaban · 2004 (originally introduced for Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themes)
Figure ID
bb01c01 / 6848c01 / Specialized Animal Mold
Theme
Harry Potter / Castle / Lord of the Rings
Year Released
2004 (originally introduced for Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings themes)
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Molded bird head with detailed printing representing a hippogriff or owl, featuring hooked beak and piercing eyes
Torso
Molded animal body piece, white or light gray, serving as the core torso and connection point for wings and lower body
Legs
Molded animal claw/talon legs attached via a hinged brick or specialized clip system, matching the body color
Accessories
Large posable molded wings (typically light bluish gray), featuring feather texturing and standard clip connections
Color Scheme
White and light bluish gray, representing iconic fantasy creatures like Buckbeak the Hippogriff or Hedwig the owl
Printing Details
Pad-printed facial features including sharp eyes and beak highlights, precise and clean application
Variants
Appears in multiple creature variants including owls, hippogriffs, and eagles across different themes with varying wing and head prints
Condition Notes
Check for loose wing joints, yellowing of white plastic over time, and wear on the clip connections
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD depending on the specific creature variant and completeness
Price (New)
Varies by original set context, typically bundled inside sets ranging from $20 to $100+
Compatible Sets
Harry Potter sets featuring Buckbeak or Hedwig, Castle sets featuring giant eagles
Character Background
Represents magical creatures from the Wizarding World, notably Buckbeak the Hippogriff who plays a crucial role in Prisoner of Azkaban
Design Notes
Utilizes specialized large molded animal pieces rather than standard minifigure parts, highly poseable wings
Similar Minifigures
LEGO Eagles, Fawkes the Phoenix, various LEGO owls and fantasy creatures
Collectibility
Moderate to high demand among Harry Potter and fantasy creature collectors
History
Introduced during the early 2000s expansion of molded fantasy creatures in licensed LEGO themes
Interesting Facts
Though not a traditional minifigure with a head/torso/legs breakdown, this creature mold is heavily sought after for fantasy dioramas
Display Suggestions
Display in flight poses using clear acrylic stands to showcase the wingspan
Modification Potential
Great for custom fantasy MOCs, custom mounts for minifigures, and diorama building
Overall Assessment
An iconic molded creature figure that adds immense play and display value to any fantasy or Harry Potter collection