General Grievous

Released in 2015 as part of the LEGO Star Wars Constraction line, set 75112-1 depicts the cyborg Supreme Commander of the Separatist Droid Army, General Grievous. This series utilized the ball-and-socket joint system pioneered by the Bionicle and Hero Factory themes, allowing for a more poseable and structurally robust figure than traditional brick-built characters. The design focuses on capturing Grievous’s distinctive multi-limbed silhouette, complete with integrated lightsaber storage and articulated plating to mimic his mechanical carapace.

The figure was designed to appeal to both play-oriented audiences and adult collectors looking for a dynamic display piece. It debuted during a period when the LEGO Group was heavily experimenting with different scales and build styles for their Star Wars character figures. Critics generally praised the model for its effective use of color-blocking and the clever implementation of its four-arm combat configuration, noting that it stood out as one of the most complex and satisfying builds within the initial wave of the Star Wars Constraction sets.