The 2018 Star Wars The Black Series Jawa (#61) brings one of the most iconic denizens of Tatooine into the modern 6‑inch line with a sculpt that blends soft goods, layered textures, and classic Original Trilogy charm. Jawas are scavengers, traders, and opportunists — mysterious hooded figures who roam the Dune Sea in massive Sandcrawlers, collecting droids and scrap to resell to moisture farmers. This figure captures that identity with a mix of fabric and plastic elements that evoke the handmade, dusty aesthetic of A New Hope.
Released as part of Wave 16, the Jawa arrived alongside the Death Star Trooper, Grand Moff Tarkin, and other ANH‑focused releases. While small in stature, the figure is dense with detail: a soft‑goods robe, sculpted bandolier, glowing yellow eyes, and a compact ion blaster. The combination of fabric and sculpted elements gives the figure a tactile authenticity that stands out among other Red Line releases.
This Jawa is not a simple upscale of the 3.75‑inch versions — it features a unique sculpt, tailored robe, and a more expressive hood silhouette. The glowing eye paint, layered textures, and weathered accessories make it one of the most atmospheric OT aliens in the Phase 3 era.
Technical Details & Sculpt
Overall Sculpt & Proportions
The Jawa’s sculpt is compact, layered, and screen‑accurate:
- short, stocky proportions
- sculpted inner tunic beneath the robe
- textured bandolier with pouches
- small gloved hands with weathered paint
- hooded head with deep shadow recess
The silhouette is unmistakably Jawa — mysterious, cloaked, and slightly mischievous.
Head Sculpt
The head sculpt is simple but effective:
- deep hood recess
- glowing yellow eyes
- matte black faceplate
- sculpted folds around the hood
The eye paint is especially strong, giving the figure a lifelike spark under directional lighting.
Soft-Goods Robe
The robe is a highlight of the release:
- coarse fabric texture
- frayed edges for screen accuracy
- tailored fit that drapes naturally
- allows full arm articulation
The robe’s material choice enhances the figure’s realism and tactile presence.
Articulation
Despite its small size, the Jawa includes the full Phase 3 articulation suite:
- ball‑jointed head
- hinged shoulders
- swivel‑hinge elbows
- swivel‑hinge wrists
- torso ball joint
- ball‑jointed hips
- swivel thighs
- double‑jointed knees
- rocker ankles
The robe restricts some leg movement, but the figure still supports expressive scavenger poses.
Paint & Deco
The paintwork emphasizes weathering and contrast:
- glowing yellow eyes
- matte black face recess
- brown robe with natural fabric tone
- weathered bandolier pouches
- metallic accents on the ion blaster
The deco avoids oversaturation, matching the dusty, worn look of Tatooine.
Accessories & Equipment
The Jawa includes:
Ion Blaster
- compact sculpt
- metallic barrel detailing
- fits securely in the right hand
Bandolier
- sculpted pouches
- weathered brown finish
- screen‑accurate layout
Soft-Goods Robe
- coarse weave
- natural drape
- enhances silhouette
These accessories reinforce the Jawa’s identity as a scavenger and trader.
Packaging (Red Line)
As part of the Red Line, the Jawa arrives in the Phase 3 window‑box packaging:
- matte black box
- bold red accent stripe
- character portrait art
- figure number #61
- large window showcasing the robe and accessories
The portrait art captures the Jawa’s glowing‑eye silhouette.
Collector Notes
- This is the first 6‑inch Jawa in the modern Black Series.
- Features a soft‑goods robe — rare for small OT aliens.
- Essential for Tatooine, Sandcrawler, and droid‑trader displays.
- Pairs naturally with R2‑D2, C‑3PO, Tusken Raiders, and other Jawas.
- A key world‑building figure for ANH collectors.
Display & Photography Notes
Jawas photograph beautifully under low‑key lighting that emphasizes the glowing eyes and hood silhouette. Backlighting enhances the robe texture, while macro shots highlight the bandolier and blaster.
For dioramas, the Jawa excels in:
- Sandcrawler interiors
- Dune Sea scavenging scenes
- Droid auctions
- Tatooine marketplace setups
The sculpt supports expressive, character‑rich poses that capture the Jawa’s blend of mystery, mischief, and scavenger energy — making it a foundational alien for any Original Trilogy collection.