Fallout Boy (Milhouse Van Houten)
sim043 · The Simpsons
The Simpsons Series 2 (Collectible Minifigures) · 2015. Released as part of the second wave of Simpsons Collectible Minifigures, capitalizing on the peak popularity of the LEGO Simpsons line after the successful house and Kwik-E-Mart sets.
Figure ID
sim043
Theme
The Simpsons
Year Released
2015. Released as part of the second wave of Simpsons Collectible Minifigures, capitalizing on the peak popularity of the LEGO Simpsons line after the successful house and Kwik-E-Mart sets.
Rarity
Uncommon. While part of a mass-produced blind-bag series, it was only available for a limited time in 2015 and has since been retired with no re-releases.
Head
Features a unique molded yellow head characteristic of The Simpsons line. It has blue hair, a green mask printed over the eyes, and Milhouse's signature thick red-rimmed glasses with white pupils. The expression is wide-eyed and determined.
Torso
Medium blue torso with Radioactive Man's radiation symbol on the left chest. Includes a printed green belt and dual-molded arms (blue on top, yellow on bottom) to represent short sleeves. Green hands represent gloves.
Legs
Medium blue legs with a yellow horizontal stripe printed on the lower thigh/upper shin area to represent the boots' cuffs, maintaining the superhero costume aesthetic.
Accessories
Originally packaged with a 2x2 printed tile representing a 'Radioactive Man' comic book and a standard black CMF display stand. The figure in the image is missing these items.
Color Scheme
A vibrant palette of Medium Blue, Yellow, and Green, directly mimicking the 'Fallout Boy' costume from the fictional comic book within the Simpsons show.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. Notable for the dual-molded arms and crisp execution of the small radiation symbol. The alignment of the mask over the molded eyes is a key detail.
Variants
There are no official variants of this specific 'Fallout Boy' version. However, standard Milhouse variants exist in Series 1 (sim007) and the Kwik-E-Mart set (sim027).
Condition Notes
The blue and yellow plastic is prone to minor surface scratches. Check for 'neck cracks' in the torso and fading of the green mask print. The paint on the tip of the molded nose is often the first place to show wear.
Estimated Value
Used (loose): $8 - $12 USD. Complete with accessories: $15 - $20 USD. Sealed in pack: $25+ USD. Prices are currently stable with a slight upward trend.
Price (New)
Original MSRP was $3.99 USD in 2015 as part of the blind-bag series (Set 71009).
Compatible Sets
71009 The Simpsons Series 2 (Collectible Minifigures).
Character Background
Fallout Boy is the sidekick to the fictional superhero Radioactive Man. In the Simpsons universe, Milhouse Van Houten famously played the character in a big-budget movie production ('Jiminy Jillikers!').
Design Notes
Utilizes the specialist head mold for Milhouse. The design successfully translates the hand-drawn comic aesthetics of the show into 3D plastic through clever use of dual-molded limbs.
Similar Minifigures
Radioactive Man (sim031), Milhouse (sim007), Comic Book Guy (sim044), and Bartman (sim030).
Collectibility
High. As The Simpsons license is currently dormant for LEGO, these figures are highly sought after by both LEGO completists and fans of the long-running animated show.
History
Simpsons Series 2 followed the highly successful 2014 launch. This specific figure represents one of the most iconic 'costume' moments for Milhouse from the classic era of the show.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a 'kid' character, this figure uses standard height legs rather than short legs to maintain the proper superhero proportions of the Fallout Boy costume.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Radioactive Man (Bart Simpson) to complete the duo. Looks best in a UV-protected CMF shadow box or on a tiered baseplate simulating a movie set.
Modification Potential
The dual-molded yellow/blue arms are excellent for custom 'short-sleeved shirt' minifigures for city-themed MOCs.
Overall Assessment
9/10 for design accuracy. A standout figure from Series 2 that perfectly captures a specific niche character from the show. An essential piece for any Simpsons fan's collection.