LEGO Minifigures Series 1 (item number 8683) was the inaugural wave of the collectible minifigure product line, released in February 2010 in yellow blind bags. It featured 16 unique collectible characters, setting the standard for the popular line that continues to this day. The original retail price per blind bag was $1.99 in the US.
Characters Included
The series introduced several now-classic and highly sought-after figures. Each minifigure was originally packaged with its own accessories, a black display plate, and a collector's leaflet.
Cheerleader: A male cheerleader figure with pom-poms.
Caveman: Features a club weapon and a classic caveman look.
Circus Clown: Comes with a red nose and a pie accessory.
Zombie: One of the most popular and iconic figures in the entire line, featuring a green head, a "bloody" hand, and a drumstick accessory.
Skater: Features a skateboard with the classic LEGO logo.
Surfer: Comes with a red and white surfboard.
Demolition Dummy: Features crash test markings and a unique head mold.
Ninja: A classic ninja figure with a silver katana sword and nunchucks.
Super Wrestler: A masked wrestling figure with a gold championship belt.
Forestman: A Robin Hood-style character with a bow and arrow and a green hat with a feather.
Robot: Features a classic, blocky robot design and a wrench accessory.
Spaceman (Classic Space-inspired): A nod to the classic LEGO Space theme, featuring a classic space helmet and a ray gun.
Magician: Comes with a top hat, cape, and a wand accessory.
Deep Sea Diver: Features a classic-style diving helmet and a trident accessory.
Nurse: A female figure with a nurse's cap and a syringe accessory.
Tribal Hunter (Tribal Chief's son): Comes with a spear and a shield.
Collectibility
As the first series in what would become a global phenomenon, these minifigures are highly collectible. The entire Series 1 line is retired and no longer available in standard retail stores. Figures such as the Zombie, Spaceman, and Forestman are particularly sought after on secondary marketplaces like eBay and BrickLink, and they command premium prices due to their historical significance and popularity.