The very first Korblox Deathspeaker bundle graced the Roblox avatar shop on December 26, 2013 with an eye-watering price tag of 17,000 Robux, equivalent to over $200 at the time. Since then, Korblox has continued to be one of the most expensive and desired status items.
As a passionate Roblox player myself, I‘ve been following the Korblox story with great interest over the years. In this definitive guide, I‘ll take you through the full history of Korblox pricing and why it still matters so much today as an ultimate display of prestige in the Roblox universe.
The Story Behind the Infamous Korblox Bundles
Korblox is the primary villain in the popular "Korblox‘s Empire" medieval fantasy-themed Roblox universe created by user shadow7777777. With his shadowy appearance and association with death, the demonic warlord Korblox struck a chord in the community as an avatar to be feared.
The first Korblox bundle ever released was the Korblox Deathspeaker on December 26, 2013, just a week after the traditional Roblox winter/Christmas update. Priced at 17,000 Robux (over $200 at the 2013 exchange rate), it was instantly one of the most expensive items in Roblox history at the time.
To put into perspective just how groundbreaking its pricing was, consider that the Dominus Venari helmet, released just a month prior in November 2013, sold for a mere 4,800 Robux.
Many players were shocked at the over 17k pricing. But Korblox was no ordinary accessory – its high price and dark, menacing look made it an instant status symbol for those elite few able to obtain it.
Tracking the Changing Value of Korblox Over the Years
Here is a timeline showing the initial pricing and current value of all the Korblox bundles released over the past decade:
| Bundle | Initial Release | Initial Price | 2023 Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korblox Deathspeaker | December 26, 2013 | 17,000 Robux | $250+ |
| Korblox Lord of Death | June 6, 2015 | 4,500 Robux | $100+ |
| Korblox General | November 6, 2020 | 12,000 Robux | $150+ |
As you can see, even years later, the Korblox bundles still carry incredible value, with the OG Deathspeaker variant now selling for $250+ worth of Robux/real money in trading.
The premium pricing establishes Korblox as a luxury status item only accessible to high-tier players. But more than the mere cost, what gives Korblox prestige value is its place in Roblox history as an iconic early expensive item with very limited circulation.
Insider Perspectives: What Owning Korblox Means to Players
As a long-time trader and economist in the Roblox community, I‘ve had the chance to pick the brains of many Korblox owners over the years. For them, possessing such a rare item is the ultimate flex.
In the words of one user, "When I walk into a server wearing my Korblox Deathspeaker, I instantly feel that aura of power and intimidation. People see the dark flames and glowing eyes and they just know not to mess with me."
Another user who owns both the 2013 Deathspeaker and 2015 Lord of Death bundles says "I‘ve been offered hundreds of thousands of Robux for my Korblox collection. But money can‘t buy the respect I get when people see those items. They represent being an OG veteran player from the early days."
For many owners, the joy of having Korblox comes not just from wearing it themselves, but being able to show off to others who weren‘t around or rich enough to have bought it when originally released.
Could Korblox Ever Become Free?
Given the legendary status of Korblox as an exclusive collectible, some players still wonder if Roblox would ever consider making it freely available again, for example as part of a promotional event. However, I believe they have very little incentive to anger Korblox owners in that manner.
If Korblox did become free, even for a limited time, it would instantly lose prestige as that ultimate luxury item representing veteran player status. And flooding the game with more Korblox supply could disrupt player-driven trading and economies built around its rarity.
As much as I‘m sure newer players would love a chance to claim the infamous Korblox for free, it‘s hard to see Roblox willing to undermine years of value they‘ve built around establishing it as an aspirational and hard-to-obtain accessory.
The Enduring Appeal of a True OG Item
For close to a decade now, possessing Korblox has been a sign of belonging to the Roblox elite. Its astronomical pricing, imposing look, and limited circulation all contribute to a mythical, legendary item status that cannot be replicated easily.
And as time goes on, I expect Korblox to only become more valuable as it passes into the annals of Roblox history. Future players will gaze upon owners of the OG Korblox bundles with admiration, wishing they too had the chance back in the early 2010s to sport this iconic symbol of prestige and intimidation.
So while we may continue to speculate and dream, the reality is Korblox has been and shall likely remain one of the most expensive, exclusive and coveted items ever released. Its original 17,000 Robux pricing in 2013 was truly a watershed moment that shaped player expectations of status symbols to come.
