General Rieekan (Hoth) and Rebel Friend (Classic)
sw0461 and sw0014 · Star Wars
Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back / LEGO Star Wars Video Game · 2013 (Rieekan) and 1999 (Rebel Friend variant)
Figure ID
sw0461 and sw0014
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2013 (Rieekan) and 1999 (Rebel Friend variant)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. Rieekan is exclusive to one set, while the Rebel Friend is a nostalgic fan-favorite piece.
Head
Rieekan: Flesh-tone with white headset and grizzled beard. Rebel Friend: Classic yellow smiley with red/brown visor marks.
Torso
Rieekan: White Hoth officer jacket with rank plaque and goggles. Rebel Friend: Tan vest over white/grey shirt.
Legs
Rieekan: White with complex black and red printed belt and holster. Rebel Friend: Plain white unprinted legs.
Accessories
Includes white Hoth officer caps and a classic black mega-phone style blaster with a transparent orange stud.
Color Scheme
Hoth palette: focus on white, tan, and light bluish grey with small rank-insignia pops of color.
Printing Details
Rieekan features high-detail modern pad printing on torso and legs; Rebel Friend uses vintage minimal printing styles.
Variants
The Rebel Friend in the photo is a custom or kit-bashed assembly of the sw0014 parts to mimic the 2005 video game character.
Condition Notes
Watch for yellowing of the white plastic on the legs and torso, and checking for cracks on the thin arm-torso joints.
Estimated Value
Rieekan is approx. $15–$25; Rebel Friend parts range from $5–$12 depending on vintage of the torso.
Price (New)
Rieekan debuted in the 75014 Battle of Hoth set ($49.99 retail).
Compatible Sets
75014 Battle of Hoth, 7110 Landspeeder (classic parts), 7130 Snowspeeder (classic parts).
Character Background
General Rieekan commanded Echo Base on Hoth. The Rebel Friend is the iconic Player 2 character from the LEGO Star Wars video games.
Design Notes
Rieekan represents the 2010s shift to flesh-tone realism; the Rebel Friend represents the late 90s charm of basic shapes.
Similar Minifigures
General Carlist Rieekan (SW0461), Rebel Scout Trooper (SW0187), Hoth Rebel Trooper (SW0259).
Collectibility
High for Rieekan due to set exclusivity; high for Rebel Friend due to memes and video game nostalgia.
History
These represent two different eras of LEGO Star Wars: the 1999 launch and the 2013 'modern detail' era.
Interesting Facts
The Rebel Friend was never officially named in sets but became a legend via the 2005 Traveller's Tales video game.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for Hoth MOCs or a 'Evolution of Star Wars' character display case.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom Hoth dioramas or creating various rebel personnel using the white officer caps.
Overall Assessment
A great pairing showing the growth of LEGO printing technology from 1999's simplicity to 2013's intricate detailing.