Goat Herd
col25-10 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 25 · January 1, 2024. This figure debuted in the first CMF wave of 2024, significant for the reintroduction of the LEGO goat after a 13-year absence.
Figure ID
col25-10
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
January 1, 2024. This figure debuted in the first CMF wave of 2024, significant for the reintroduction of the LEGO goat after a 13-year absence.
Rarity
Uncommon/Desirable. While part of a mass-release series, it is the most sought-after figure in the wave due to the inclusion of the goat piece.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone. Features a gentle expression with a brown beard and eyebrows. It is a single-sided print. Comes with a dark tan hat/hair combo piece.
Torso
Sand green torso with a detailed jacket/vest print, incorporating brown and white accents to represent medieval rural attire. Back printing continues the vest detail.
Legs
Dark tan legs with simple printing to represent the bottom of the tunic and boots. Matching dark tan hip piece.
Accessories
Includes a white goat with dark tan horns and gray spots, a brown shepherd's crook (staff), and a dark tan wooden-style cheese slope representing a block of cheese.
Color Scheme
Earthy tones including sand green, dark tan, and brown, accented by the white and gray of the goat.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso and head. The goat features multiple colors including spots on its back and print for the eyes and horns.
Variants
None. This is the first and currently only version of this specific character, though the goat is a variant of the original 2011 Mill Village Raid goat.
Condition Notes
Being new-in-box (indicated by the QR code scan), the main concern is the box condition. The goat mold is sturdy, but the thin shepherd's crook can be prone to bending.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $10.00 USD. Value is currently stable but has a high ceiling due to the goat's popularity with MOC builders.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD (Retail price of one blind box/bag).
Compatible Sets
71045 LEGO Minifigures Series 25.
Character Background
A simple shepherd or goat herd, likely based on a Medieval/Castle setting. The character is a tribute to the 'Forestmen' or general agrarian life in classic LEGO Castle themes.
Design Notes
The standout design feature is the new 2024 goat mold, which replaces the legendary expensive goat from 2011. The torso print is versatile for custom medieval builds.
Similar Minifigures
The original Shepherd from Series 15 (col15-11) and various Castle-themed peasants.
Collectibility
Extremely high. This is the 'star' of Series 25. Collectors often buy multiples just for the goat piece to build herds for dioramas.
History
Release marks a milestone in the LEGO community known as the 'Return of the Goat,' ending a decade of fan memes about the rarity of the animal piece.
Interesting Facts
The QR code seen in the image (specifically the larger code on 2024 boxes) can be scanned with third-party apps to reveal the specific figure inside without opening the box. This specific code '011606' on the 105R6 batch confirms it is the Goat Herd.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for a medieval village scene, a farm MOC, or alongside other CMF series figures in a '16-wide' display case.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The torso and legs are perfect for any medieval, fantasy, or historical MOC character.
Overall Assessment
9/10. An essential figure for any collector. Its value lies primarily in the included animal, but the minifigure design itself is a solid addition to the Castle sub-genre.