Brainiac
sh102 · DC Comics Super Heroes
Justice League · 2015
Figure ID
sh102
Theme
DC Comics Super Heroes
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Rare
Head
Magenta head with silver pupils, white eyes, curved black eyebrows, and a slight smirk; black spiky hair piece
Torso
Black torso with a blue collar, blue chest insignia resembling a starburst/skull design, and silver belt printing; black arms with bright blue hands
Legs
Black legs with blue belt wrap printing continuing from the torso
Accessories
Typically paired with a buildable spaceship or brain-collector drone in set context, though standard minifigure comes unequipped with hand-held tools
Color Scheme
Black, bright blue, magenta, and silver highlights
Printing Details
High quality pad printing featuring sharp contrast between the magenta skin and dark torso, with precise metallic silver and bright blue chest details
Variants
Appears in multiple versions based on different comic and game eras; this specific variant is based on his classic/modern comic book design from the 2015 set
Condition Notes
Common wear points include scratches on the magenta head printing and torso chest plate; check for cracked arms or faded blue hands
Estimated Value
15 to 25 USD for a complete used figure in good condition, up to 35 USD brand new
Price (New)
Came in a set originally retailing for 24.99 USD in 2015
Compatible Sets
76040 Brainiac Attack (2015)
Character Background
Brainiac is one of Superman's most iconic and formidable adversaries, an extraterrestrial cyborg known for shrinking and bottling cities to collect all knowledge before destroying the parent planets
Design Notes
Features a unique magenta skin color tone specifically created for alien characters in the DC theme, paired with a molded black spiky hair piece
Similar Minifigures
General Zod, Lex Luthor, Superman, Bizarro
Collectibility
High demand among DC Super Heroes and Superman completionists due to being exclusive to a single mid-range set
History
Released during the height of the LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes wave in 2015, capturing the classic comic book aesthetic before later pivoting to movie-centric designs
Interesting Facts
Brainiac's magenta skin tone was specifically chosen to match his classic comic appearance, distinguishing him from typical green-skinned alien variants
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside Superman, Supergirl, and other Justice League heroes on a transparent stand to simulate flight or hovering
Modification Potential
Great for custom space villains or sci-fi MOCs utilizing the unique magenta head and blue-accented black torso
Overall Assessment
A fantastic and visually striking villain minifigure that anchors any Superman rogue's gallery collection, highly recommended for DC fans