Boga the Varactyl: Epic LEGO MOC Inspiration + Instructions

Utapau’s winged wonder, Boga the Varactyl, soars into the hearts of Star Wars fans as the trusted steed of Obi-Wan Kenobi during the climactic chase in Revenge of the Sith. With its sweeping frill, articulated legs, and dynamic silhouette, Boga offers a rich canvas for LEGO builders to explore both form and function. Whether you’re drawn to minifigure-scale realism or stylized micro-creations, this majestic creature invites endless creativity.

Imagine sculpting its crest with layered plates and curved slopes, then balancing those long legs on ball joints for expressive poses. Envision using zip-line elements or flexible tubing to simulate the harness that Obi-Wan grips as he races across Utapau’s rocky terraces. Dream up a vignette where General Grievous’s wheel bike bursts into the frame, or craft an entire aerial patrol of varactyls gliding through a cloud-shrouded canyon.

Boga’s unique anatomy—long neck, sweeping tail, and bird-like feet—challenges builders to blend organic curves with LEGO’s angular vocabulary. And because many MOCs use only existing Creator 3-in-1 or Star Wars set bricks, these builds are as resource-friendly as they are eye-catching.

Tips for Building Your Own Boga MOC

• Study Varactyl Anatomy: Break down reference images into basic shapes—cylinders for legs, arches for frill, wedges for beak—and replicate those in brick form.

• Prioritize Articulation: Use ball joints or clip-and-bar connections at key points (neck, shoulders, hips, tail) for dynamic posing.

• Harness Details: Flexible hoses, string, or clip plates mimic the zip-line harness—experiment with different parts for the right tension and look.

• Color Palette: Natural greens, tans, and dark grays convey organic texture; consider layering dark and light shades for depth.

• Scale Considerations: Decide early whether you want micro (under 100 parts), minifigure (200–500 parts), or UCS-style (over 1,000 parts) scale to guide part selection and detail level.

Ideas for Varactyl-Themed MOCs

• Diorama Scenes: Recreate the Utapau cliff chase, complete with rocky outcroppings and speeders.

• Microfighters: Tiny renditions of Boga with just enough detail to read as a varactyl in 16×16 studs or less.

• Alternate Builds: Convert existing Creator 3-in-1 sets (like the T. rex or crocodile) into varactyls using only set parts.

• UCS-Style Showpieces: Monumental displays with full articulation, custom baseplate, and integrated lighting.

• Battle Encounter: Pair your Boga with custom Grievous wheel-bike MOCs for a dynamic chase tableau.

• Digital Studio Builds: Design in BrickLink Studio to experiment with parts before ordering bricks.

Featured Varactyl MOCs

Pau’an Lizard Pal!

Designer: 2bricksofficial
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Cyborg Chase

Designer: Jannin Bricks
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Boga the Varactyl (31151 Alternate Model)

Designer: codyaner.bricks
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Boga (Obi-Wan's Mount) UCS Style

Designer: THE KING
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Boga (31121 Alternative Build)

Designer: MrTarproman
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Microfighter – Boga

Designer: bensbrickdesigns
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Varactyl Boga

Designer: JaydenIrwin
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