Darth Malgus
sw0388 · Star Wars
The Old Republic · 2012
Figure ID
sw0388
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Very Rare
Head
Black head with red and silver Sith breathing apparatus and scarred facial printing, unique to this minifigure.
Torso
Black torso with dark bluish gray and red intricate Sith armor and tunic details, red arms, black hands.
Legs
Black legs with printing featuring red knee/shin armor accents and dark grey tunic extensions.
Accessories
Dark green/black fabric hood, black pauldron/neck armor piece, and red lightsaber.
Color Scheme
Black, dark bluish gray, and vibrant red accents representing a classic Sith Lord aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-detail pad printing on head, torso front and back, and legs, perfectly capturing the gritty nature of The Old Republic era.
Variants
Only one official version of this minifigure was released by LEGO.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the glossy black torso and fading on the red face printing. Check for cracks on the torso arms and shoulder armor.
Estimated Value
Used complete ranges from $80 to $120 USD; new/sealed or pristine collectors pieces can fetch upwards of $150+ USD.
Price (New)
Originally available in the 2012 set 9500 which retailed for $89.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
9500 Sith Fury-class Interceptor (2012)
Character Background
Darth Malgus is a prominent Sith Lord from the Star Wars: The Old Republic expanded universe, known for leading the sacking of the Jedi Temple on Coruscant.
Design Notes
Features a custom molded breathing mask head and specialized shoulder armor, making it one of the most uniquely detailed Star Wars minifigures of its era.
Similar Minifigures
Darth Revan (sw0634), Grand Inquisitor (sw1240), Savage Opress (sw0316)
Collectibility
Extremely high collectibility due to being tied to a single, highly sought-after Old Republic set and a fan-favorite expanded universe character.
History
Released during a brief expansion into The Old Republic game era in 2012, never to be remade since, driving up its secondary market value significantly.
Interesting Facts
Darth Malgus was featured heavily in cinematic trailers for Star Wars: The Old Republic, which generated massive hype for his physical LEGO debut.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dedicated black stand alongside other Expanded Universe or Sith characters, protected from direct sunlight to preserve the red printing.
Modification Potential
Popular for purist custom Sith lords or MOCs set in the Old Republic era, though most collectors prefer to keep him intact due to value.
Overall Assessment
An absolute holy grail for Star Wars LEGO and EU collectors, featuring stunning unique molds, high desirability, and a rapidly appreciating market value.