Elite Praetorian Guard (Flat Helmet)
sw0904 · Star Wars
The Last Jedi · 2018; debuted in Set 75216 Snoke's Throne Room
Figure ID
sw0904
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2018; debuted in Set 75216 Snoke's Throne Room
Rarity
Uncommon; exclusive to two Star Wars sets from 2018-2019
Head
Plain red head underneath a flat-topped molded red helmet with horizontal cooling slits
Torso
Red torso with curved laminate armor plating prints on front and back; red arms with flexible joint ribbing prints; red hands
Legs
Red legs with black hip line and curved armor plating prints on the thighs
Accessories
Two-piece weapon consisting of a gray textured hilt and two small silver curved blades (Vibro-Arbir Blade)
Color Scheme
Monochromatic bright red with black line work and pearl dark gray/silver weapon accents
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back), arms, and legs; features thin black lines to define armor segments
Variants
Standard version (sw0904) with flat helmet; variant sw0897 features a pointed helmet; variant sw0991 features a skirt/robe piece
Condition Notes
Prone to arm cracks and torso stress marks; printed lines on the hips can wear with excessive play; helmet is durable
Estimated Value
$12.00 - $18.00 (Used); $25.00+ (New/Incomplete set)
Price (New)
$69.99 (Set 75216) or $14.99 (Battle Pack 75225)
Compatible Sets
75216 Snoke's Throne Room (2018), 75225 Elite Praetorian Guard Battle Pack (2019)
Character Background
Solemn protectors of Supreme Leader Snoke in the First Order; skilled in various martial arts and melee combat
Design Notes
Features unique molded helmet and specialized arm printing intended to mimic the layered armor from the film
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Royal Guard (sw0521), Elite Praetorian Guard (sw0897), Shadow Guard (sw0604)
Collectibility
High; essential for recreating the iconic Throne Room scene and popular for army building
History
Introduced following Episode VIII to represent the First Order's elite guard; replaced the cloth capes of the Imperial era with molded armor
Interesting Facts
Despite their many styles in the movie, LEGO produced three distinct helmet variants to satisfy collectors
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in pairs flanking a Snoke or Kylo Ren figure; use a dark gray or red baseplate for a First Order aesthetic
Modification Potential
Arms and heads are often swapped for custom sith or knight builds due to the generic but detailed red armor
Overall Assessment
A striking and highly detailed figure that captures the sleek, menacing look of the sequel trilogy's elite guards