Shadow ARF Trooper
star-wars • 5 pcs
- Set number
- 2856197-1
- Availability
- In production
- Pieces
- 5
- Released
- 2011
- Theme
- Star Wars
- Minifigures
- 1
- Barcode
- 673419163965
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Where it came from
The Shadow ARF Trooper minifigure, released as a promotional item under set number 2856197-1, debuted in 2011 as part of a limited LEGO Star Wars promotion. It was distributed primarily through specific retailer events and was designed to commemorate the expanding clone trooper variants seen in the Clone Wars animated series. The figure is notable for its sleek, all-black color scheme, which distinguishes it from the standard white Advanced Recon Force troopers typically seen on the battlefield.
The design of the Shadow ARF Trooper was intended to evoke the stealth and tactical nature of elite special forces within the Star Wars universe. By utilizing a monochromatic black printing scheme with sharp silver detailing on the helmet and torso, LEGO designers successfully captured a menacing aesthetic that appealed to collectors of rare variants. Upon its release, the figure was well-received for its unique visual departure from traditional trooper designs, quickly becoming a sought-after piece for those focused on completing their specialized clone battalion collections.
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