Batman, Black Suit, Black Cape and Cowl, Yellow Utility Belt, Black Batman Logo

Holy grail alert! This is one of the absolute pinnacle pieces for any serious DC Super Heroes collector. Released exclusively as a promotional giveaway at the San Diego Comic-Con and New York Comic-Con back in 2011, this version of the Dark Knight represents the dawn of the modern LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes era. Featuring unique torso printing with a striking gold utility belt and classic black batman logo over armor, it captures the aesthetic of the character right as the theme was launching with massive hype.

Because these convention exclusives were produced in extremely limited quantities and handed out to attendees in special blister packs or cardboard packaging, finding one in pristine condition today is a major challenge. Collectors obsess over the condition of the traditional starched fabric cape and the crispness of the torso printing, as these early convention pieces are prime targets for wear and tear. Owning this figure is like holding a piece of LEGO history, marking the very beginning of a theme that would go on to dominate shelves for over a decade.

This variant is exceptionally rare by any metric. It appears in only two sets globally—both of which are not traditional retail sets, but rather the highly coveted 2011 San Diego Comic-Con and New York Comic-Con exclusive promotional packages. With an extremely small distribution footprint tied strictly to convention attendees over a decade ago, the aftermarket supply is permanently restricted.

As years go by, these convention-exclusive figures become tighter and tighter to find as they get locked away in high-end private collections.