Welcome to The Brick Stand’s weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets! This week, we’re featuring the impressive Sergeant Jyn Erso set, product number 75119, from the Star Wars theme. This set was retired on April 4, 2018, and is sure to bring back nostalgic memories for LEGO fans and Star Wars enthusiasts alike. Let’s take a closer look at this iconic set and explore what made it a standout addition to the LEGO Star Wars collection.
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The Sergeant Jyn Erso LEGO set is a part of the Star Wars theme and includes 4124 pieces. The set features a buildable and highly posable Jyn Erso figure with a blaster rifle equipped with a spring-loaded shooter, a wheel-operated arm-swinging battle function, and detachable back-mounted truncheons. This durable figure allows for the recreation of intense battles from the blockbuster film, Star Wars: Rogue One. The figure stands over 9” (24cm) tall and provides an age-appropriate building experience for individuals aged 7-14. This set was first available for purchase in October 2016 and was priced at £19.99 / 24.99 € / $24.99 US / $29.99 CAD. The designer has not been mentioned in the reference material.
Iconic Star Wars Builders
The LEGO Set 75119 Sergeant Jyn Erso was released in 2016 as part of the LEGO Star Wars theme. It was one of the early buildable figures introduced by LEGO, featuring a unique torso shell design and gear functions, setting it apart from the previous buildable figures. Upon release, it received mixed reviews, with some praising its authentic appearance, playability, and lack of stickers, while others noted concerns about the proportions and design of certain elements, such as the legs and torso. Despite the mixed initial reception, the set has garnered a following among AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO) for its unique design and playability. It stands as a significant example of LEGO’s exploration into the buildable figure genre within the Star Wars theme.
Vox Populi
The “Sergeant Jyn Erso” set has received mixed reviews from fans and critics. One reviewer, BluJayWarrior, expressed surprise at how much they enjoyed the set, highlighting the gearbox feature and the addition of two bonus weapons that added to the playability of the figure. They noted the unique silhouette of the figure and praised the appearance and design of the primary weapon. Another reviewer, Odeinoichus, commended the overall packaging and instructions of the set, comparing the build process to a construction project and expressing appreciation for the figure’s articulated action features. On the other hand, KLOKRIECHER provided an entirely positive review, emphasizing the figure’s authenticity and playability, with no negative points to mention. Overall, opinions vary on the set, with some highlighting its unique features and playability, while others have a more reserved outlook on its value.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Sergeant Jyn Erso Reviews
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Join us next week for another exciting edition of our weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. In this week’s feature, we explored the now-retired LEGO set “Sergeant Jyn Erso” from the Star Wars theme, with the product number 75119. This set retired on February 7, 2018, providing LEGO enthusiasts with an impressive build and a piece of Star Wars history. Be sure to check back in next week as we continue to revisit these retired LEGO gems.
