Figure ID
cas040
Theme
Castle
Year Released
1988
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A classic, essential piece of LEGO Castle history representing the golden era of 1980s faction-based sets.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$2.00 - $5.00 USD depending on condition and inclusion of accessories.
Original Retail
Originally part of late 1980s Castle sets ranging from $10 to $60 USD total set retail value.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Standard yellow classic minifigure head with simple black pupils, eyebrows, and a closed-mouth smile.
Torso
Black torso featuring a silver/light gray chainmail armor vest print with a black belt and yellow buckle detail. Arms are black with bright yellow hands.
Legs
Plain solid black unprinted legs attached to a black hip piece.
Accessories
Includes a classic black conical knight's helmet with a neck protector and visor slit, and a dark gray broadsword.
Printing Details
Simple vintage-era pad printing on the torso front featuring light gray armor and a small belt detail. No back printing or leg printing.
Color Scheme
Primarily black with silver/light gray chest armor printing and bright yellow hands as contrast accents.
Known Variants
Appears with minor head print variations typical of the late 1980s transition from solid pupil faces to standard smile prints.
Condition Notes
Prone to wear on the metallic/silver torso chest printing. Check for clutch power and bite marks on yellow hands and helmet.
Found In Sets
6085 Black Monarch's Castle, 6034 Black Monarch's Ghost, 1584 Dragon Defender
Character Background
Generic medieval soldier serving under the Black Monarch faction in the classic LEGO Castle lore.
Design Notes
Iconic representation of early 1990s/late 1980s Castle faction design utilizing the classic conical knight helmet mold.
History
Introduced in 1988 as part of the launch of the Black Knights sub-theme, which succeeded the original 1984 Castle faction.
Interesting Facts
The black conical helmet mold used for this figure is one of the most recognizable and classic headgear pieces from early LEGO Castle history.
Collectibility
High nostalgia factor for vintage LEGO collectors, moderately sought after for classic Castle armies.
Similar Minifigures
Forestmen, Lion Knights, and other classic 1980s Castle factions.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark gray or green baseplate alongside other Black Knights faction members and castle walls.
Modification Potential
Excellent for retro MOCs, custom medieval armies, and purist Castle dioramas.