10 Inspiring Action Figure LEGO MOCs: Instructions, Tips and Ideas

Dynamic Inspiration: 10 LEGO Action Figure MOCs to Bring Your Brick Heroes to Life

From the moment you place your first articulated figure on display, you enter a realm where imagination intersects with engineering. Action figure MOCs transform the static brick into a dynamic storytelling tool—each joint, each color choice, each accessory becomes an invitation to create new adventures. Picture a squad of frost-troopers charging across an icy plain, their translucent visors glinting like alien crystals. Envision mythic guardians from ancient civilizations standing sentinel, poised to defend against unseen foes. Whether you’re inspired by sci-fi epics, classic cinema heroes, or original characters born from your own creativity, action figure MOCs offer endless possibilities to stretch your design skills and deepen your appreciation for form and function.

Building an action figure MOC is an exercise in balance, requiring careful consideration of proportions, joint placement, and color harmony. You’ll experiment with Technic pins for articulation, play with SNOT techniques for detail, and mix plate-thicknesses to achieve a poseable yet sturdy build. The reward? A fully customizable figure that can strike dynamic poses, interact with your existing LEGO collection, and spark new narratives every time you adjust its stance.

Tips for Building Action Figure MOCs

1. Plan Your Joints: Start with a basic Technic skeleton—ball-and-socket or pin-and-axle assemblies—to ensure full articulation without compromising stability.

2. Scale Consistency: Decide early on your figure’s scale (minifig-scale vs. larger display scale) to match other MOCs or sets in your collection.

3. Color Blocking: Use contrasting colors for armor, clothing, or skin to highlight different body sections and make details pop.

4. SNOT for Detail: Employ SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques for helmets, weapons, and armor plates to capture intricate shapes.

5. Accessory Attachment: Design clip-and-bar or clip-and-plate connectors for removable weapons and gear, allowing versatile display options.

6. Test and Refine: Build in phases—start with the torso and legs, then the arms and head—testing each joint’s range of motion before locking in bricks.

Types of Action Figure MOCs to Explore

• Sci-Fi Soldiers: From intergalactic marines to robotic mechs, perfect for futuristic dioramas.

• Mythic Heroes: Gods, demigods, and legendary warriors with ornamental armor and capes.

• Superheroes & Villains: Comic-inspired figures with signature logos and color schemes.

• Historical Warriors: Knights, samurai, and gladiators brought to life with authentic weaponry.

• Fantasy Creatures: Dragon riders, orc champions, and mystical guardians in vivid hues.

• Pop-Culture Icons: Movie and video game characters reimagined in brick form.

Featured Action Figure MOCs

Model: Ice Planet Action Figure 

Designer: gabizon
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-227473

Model: LEGO Space Marine Tahu (Warhammer 40K + BIONICLE) 

Designer: Demon1408
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-156725

Model: Anubis Action Figure 

Designer: gabizon
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-191866

Model: LEGO Strike Gundam GAT-X105 (scale 1/35) 

Designer: Demon1408
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-157501

Model: B1 Battle Droid

Designer: bobbacatmocs
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-168210

Model: LEGO Space Marine Terminator Vakama (Warhammer 40K + BIONICLE) 

Designer: Demon1408
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-176368

Model: B2 Super Battle Droid 

Designer: bobbacatmocs
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-168775

Model: Boba the bounty hunter

Designer: bobbacatmocs
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-170797

Model: LEGO Space Marine Bladeguard Kopaka (Warhammer 40K + BIONICLE) 
Designer: Demon1408
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-209223

Model: Spider Gwen 

Designer: shyD
Get the instructions with the link to the model: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-182552