Garbage Monster
col19-12 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 19 · 2019 - Released as part of the CMF Series 19 wave within the 40th anniversary era of the minifigure.
Figure ID
col19-12
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2019 - Released as part of the CMF Series 19 wave within the 40th anniversary era of the minifigure.
Rarity
Uncommon - While widely produced as part of a CMF wave, it was a blind-bag item with specific distribution ratios (3 per box of 60).
Head
Bright green head with printing for 'ooze' facial features. It is covered by a large, unique lime-green molded 'melted slime' headpiece that acts as both hair and head cover.
Torso
Olive green torso with dripping slime/ooze motif, a bandage print, and a biohazard-style symbol on the arm. Includes back printing of the slime residue.
Legs
Olive green legs with dark brown tattered 'dirt' or 'trash' printing at the bottom and lime green slime drips near the hips.
Accessories
Includes a white 'vacuum' tool with a 1x1 round transparent tile printed with a fly, a 2x2 printed pizza box tile with slime drips, and a standard black CMF display stand.
Color Scheme
Dominant Olive Green and Lime Green (slime) with dark brown and white accents. Highly vibrant 'toxic' aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso, and legs. Features unique arm printing (biohazard symbol) which is a premium detail for CMF lines.
Variants
No official variants exist for this specific character, though it shares aesthetic DNA with the Series 14 Zombie line.
Condition Notes
The large slime headpiece is made of a slightly softer plastic; check for bite marks or warping. Vacuum handle can experience stress marks if forced into hard-grip positions.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $5.00 - $8.00 USD; New/Sealed in bag: $10.00 - $14.00 USD. Prices are stable.
Price (New)
Original MSRP: $3.99 USD per blind bag in 2019.
Compatible Sets
71025 LEGO Minifigures - Series 19.
Character Background
An original LEGO character representing a literal 'trash monster' or toxic waste creature, likely inspired by B-movie horror tropes and urban legends.
Design Notes
Notable for the unique rubbery oversized head mold that fits over a standard head. The 'fly' print on the 1x1 tile is a highly sought-after detail for MOC builders.
Similar Minifigures
Zombie (Series 1), Plant Monster (Series 14), Fly Monster (Series 14), and Slime Monster from the Hidden Side theme.
Collectibility
Moderate demand. It is a favorite for 'City' builders wanting to add detail to alleyway scenes or 'Hidden Side' apocalypse dioramas.
History
Part of the transition period where LEGO CMFs began including more unique molded head/body toppers to increase value over standard minifigure parts.
Interesting Facts
The pizza box accessory is a 'gross' version of the standard LEGO pizza box, complete with a mushroom icon and toxic slime stains.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an urban alleyway MOC next to a dumpster or in a laboratory diorama. Use UV-reactive lighting to make the lime green slime 'pop'.
Modification Potential
The slime headpiece is highly versatile for creating custom Swamp Thing or toxic-themed characters in MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, mid-tier CMF entry. The standout feature is the unique head mold and the rare fly-printed tile. Recommendation: Buy if building a modern city or horror display.