Series 25 - Goatherd
col25-9 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 25 · 2024
Figure ID
col25-9
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2024
Rarity
Common
Head
Dual-sided printed head with freckles and cheerful/determined expressions, featuring a brown peasant-style hat with attached hair.
Torso
Dark tan peasant tunic with printed leather straps, pouches, and shirt texture; dark brown arms and hands.
Legs
Medium nougat dual-molded legs with printed skirt/belt details.
Accessories
Includes a molded white goat with horns, a shepherd's crook/staff, and a cheese wheel tile.
Color Scheme
Earthy tones including dark tan, brown, medium nougat, and white, fitting a rustic historical theme.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso, face, and dual-molded legs, featuring fine textures and authentic detailing.
Variants
Standard blind box release with scannable matrix code for identifying the specific character.
Condition Notes
New sealed blind box condition; typical wear points for opened figures include scratching on the goat or staff bending.
Estimated Value
5.00 USD to 10.00 USD depending on whether it is sealed in box or loose complete.
Price (New)
4.99 USD original retail price for individual blind boxes.
Compatible Sets
71045 Collectible Minifigures Series 25
Character Background
A classic medieval-style villager who tends to livestock, highly requested by castle and historical LEGO fans due to the inclusion of the long-awaited updated goat mold.
Design Notes
Notable for introducing a newly redesigned, highly sought-after molded LEGO goat with back printing and horns.
Similar Minifigures
Medieval Castle villagers, Forestmen, Series 25 Shepherd variants, and historical themed minifigures.
Collectibility
Extremely high demand due to the inclusion of the new LEGO goat mold, making it one of the fastest-selling figures in the series.
History
Released in January 2024 as part of the first wave of LEGO transitioning to recyclable cardboard blind boxes featuring scannable data matrix codes.
Interesting Facts
The data matrix code on the bottom of the box (shown in the image) can be scanned using community apps to precisely identify the Goatherd without opening the box.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside LEGO Castle dioramas, medieval farm MOCs, or medieval village sets like Lion Knights' Castle.
Modification Potential
Excellent for expanding medieval medieval village scenes, army building peasants, or customizing fantasy roleplay characters.
Overall Assessment
An absolute must-have for Castle and medieval collectors, primarily driven by the desirability of the updated white goat accessory.