Yoda is one of Star Wars’ most beloved characters, there’s no doubt about that. So why does this Lego Star Wars Yoda figure look so downright uncanny? And why am I utterly compelled to buy it?
If you dare, this Lego Star Wars Yoda Bust is available now for $39.99.
Chris McMullen
Chris is a freelance journalist who, when not writing or falling further down the Lego rabbit hole, indulges his taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic. As well as Space.com, you can find his work at GameSpew (where he’s the weekend editor).
So what is it about this Lego Star Wars Yoda that’s leading me to believe I might be murdered in my sleep by his tiny green form? Yes, his ears and eyes move, but do I really want to turn round and find they’ve shifted of their own accord?
In truth, it’s the face. Yes, his lack of legs gives the impression he could be Slenderman-level tall. But Lego has had often had a problem getting Yoda’s face right, as with this now-retired full-body model, and this new set is just as unsettling.
This bust has been compared to the animatronics from Five Nights at Freddy’s and I can see the resemblance. Forget Dagobah, this Yoda set up shop in the uncanny valley. At least he does come with a smaller mini-figure version of himself, which can sit next to the plaque at Evil Yoda’s base.
Yet despite, or perhaps because of this fear factor, I need this Lego Star Wars Yoda bust. In fact, I may just buy several, just to hit the $160 mark and get a free Lego Star Wars Darksaber.
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