A selection of the latest news and blog posts. March 2017 has arrived at last, and while the LEGO Store March 2017 Calendar wasn't exactly filled with thrilling promos (yet another Police Helicopter promo and a Duplo Fish), the month has brought us something that is worth getting excited about: t 02/03/2017 - Brick Toy News This wonderfully compact and cleverly built speeder by W. Navarre demonstrates small size doesn’t necessarily mean small details. Though I have to admit I’m not entirely sure what it means (if anything), the Chinese touch is a pretty interesting 02/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick LEGO has published instructions and inventories for the March releases on its customer services portal. Although I have not checked them all, the inventories appear to be complete and include a couple of interesting new parts which I examine after th 02/03/2017 - Brickset The results are now in the 2016 Second Review for LEGO Ideas creations. Congrats to 20tauri’s Women of NASA creation!
This creation will be made into an official LEGO Ideas set. More details for the set will be available in late 2017 and 2018. 02/03/2017 - Toys N Bricks The “Trash Doves” sticker set is a strange phenomenon that erupted across Facebook quite suddenly as a meme during the week of Valentines Day, starting in Thailand and soon spreading across the globe. In Thailand ‘nok’ is the word for “bird 02/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick In 1985, when Super Mario Bros was all the rage, the very first enemy that approached Mario was Goomba. To this date, the fate of a Goomba has been to be stomped on again and again, for eternity. The Goomba that Cecile Fritzvold crafted is an evoluti 02/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick While this particular cathedral is not actually based on a real building, Swedish builder O Wingard was inspired by some of the world’s most beautiful Gothic architecture. He mentions Notre Dame in Paris, Koelner Dom in Cologne, and Uppsala Cathedr 01/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick
The front side of the April 2017 LEGO Store Calendar is now available from LEGO and contains some really nice offers, two of which have long been rumored. 01/03/2017 - Brick Brains The most enjoyable aspect of Rogue One (for me, personally) was all of the Darth Vader scenes and content. One of the new Vader-related areas of interest was the canon appearance of his infamous castle on the planet Mustafar (which is confirmed to be 01/03/2017 - Brick Nerd Remember that awesome scene in the first hour of Star Wars The Force Awakens where Finn and Rey are running toward a Quadjumper on Jakku, but it gets blown up and they're forced to escape in the "garbage" Millennium Falcon instead? This summer, we'll 01/03/2017 - Brick Toy News There are some things money can’t buy, and this Italian supercar is one of those. The Lamborghini Centenario had a run of just 40 units worldwide, and they’ve all been snapped up. But that doesn’t stop any of us owning one in brick form, provid 01/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick
February was a pretty news heavy month and here's a recap of some of the more popular LEGO posts from the month. 01/03/2017 - The Brick Fan Not long ago YOS Lego introduced us to LEGO versions of our favourite sisters from Frozen, and we were all wondering if they had had too much of a fright or too many energy drinks with those wide eyed expressions! And now apparently Ariel the Little 01/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick Formula One racing cars have been the subject of LEGO products since the 1970s and their design has evolved according to the changing selection of pieces available. 75879 Scuderia Ferrari SF16-H represents the latest model in the series and has been 01/03/2017 - Brickset Ayrlego built a tall and layered story-inspired build. It appears that some colonial period soldiers are on the hunt for a man and woman... 01/03/2017 - Brick Nerd I think its safe to say that Brother Steven likes the LEGO "Bigfoot" and "Yeti" minifigures. Why do I say that? Well, for starters, he features them in several other builds, and now he has this recent three-part addition.
Not only is this an interest 01/03/2017 - Brick Nerd A little over a year ago, LEGO issued a statement that initially appeared to indicate LEGO Digital Designer (LDD) had been discontinued. Check out all the new sets available this month! Including LEGO Star Wars, LEGO Minecraft, LEGO Super Heroes, LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean, and more! 01/03/2017 - The Brick Blogger Continuing with some of our new content, we're starting March off with another technique! Builder Simon NH has been gracious enough to share two simple, but interestingly detailed wall techniques with us. As Simon says, "These two techniques are very 01/03/2017 - Brick Nerd LEGO Architecture series has always caught my eye, but it has never been able to encourage me to part with my hard earned LEGO dollars. It’s one of those themes that generates a lot of discus... 01/03/2017 - All About The Brick This LEGO skateboard by French builder Jimmy Fortel reminds me of my middle school days of skating and playing Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater.
The detailing in the trucks and the bends in the nose and tail look realistic, and the skull deck graphic ties th 01/03/2017 - The Brothers Brick Ten of the first series of BrickHeadz sets, not including Pirates of the Caribbean, are now available at shop. and Brand Stores - four Marvel (Cinematic Universe), four DC (Batman Movie) and two Disney (Beauty and the Beast). The most comprehensive LEGO Star Wars fansite includes coverage on all other LEGO licensed themes including Pirates of the Caribbean, Harry Potter, Toy Story, and Batman. 01/03/2017 - From Bricks To Bothans As well as releasing dozens of new sets today LEGO has also launched a lot of Gear (or, what we here at Brickset like to call 'tat'): keychains, role-play toys, stationery, housewares, minifig frames and so on. LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes Batman Classic TV Series Batcave 76052 The Batmobile has a dual cockpit with the iconic Batphone, 2 stud shooters, an opening trunk, dual exhaust pipes and stickersThe Batcopter has an opening cockpit for a minifigure, batwings with 2 flick missiles, spinning rotors and a spinning propellerThe Batcycle has a driver's seat for Batman, translucent headlight element and a sidecar for RobinThe Joker’s chemistry setBatcave assembled dimensions: 20Lx56Wx46HcmBatmobile assembled dimensions
: 21Lx19Wx6HcmBatcopter assembled dimensions: 22Lx19Wx7HcmBatcycle assembled dimensions: 8Lx4Wx4HcmContains: Batman, Robin, Bruce Wayne, Dick Grayson, Alfred Pennyworth, The Joker, Catwoman, The Riddler and The Penguin minifigures, Batman's 3 Batarangs, rope, grappling hook, handcuffs, Joker's TNT, Catwoman's whip, Riddler's TNT, Penguin’s umbrellaProduct piece count: 2,526 pieces LEGO The Batman Movie Batcave Break-In 70909 Accessory Contents: Batman's cap, utility belt, breathing device, flippers, microphone and gold-colored cowl, The Penguin's fur-style collar, umbrella and top hat, and Bruce Wayne’s glassProduct Piece Count: 1047 PiecesBatcave Assembled Dimensions: 20L x 40W x 21H cmBatboat Assembled Dimensions: 20L x 12W x 6H cmDuckmobile Assembled Dimensions: 12L x 10W x 9H cmContents: Batman, The Penguin, Bruce Wayne and Alfred Pennyworth, 2 Hench-Penguin figures, Batman's two Batarangs and the Hench-Penguins' buzzsaws LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS 42056 Discover the iconic Porsche 911 GT3 RS!
Build the LEGO Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS, featuring highly detailed bodywork, rims, brake calipers, cockpit and flat 6 engine, plus opening doors, hood and rear lidIncludes a special full-color collector's book including the history of LEGO Technic and Porsche GT cars, plus comprehensive building instructionsOpen the doors to access the detailed cockpitLift the rear lid to access the detailed flat 6 engine with moving pistonsIncludes a collection of authentic stickersSuitable for ages 16+Porsche 911 GT3 RS measures over 6” (17cm) high, 22” (57cm) long and 9” (25cm) wide LEGO Star Wars Ewok Village 10236 16 minifigures with weapons: Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C-3PO, 2 Rebel soldiers, 5 Ewoks (including Wicket, Teebo, Chief Chirpa and Logray), 2 Scout Troopers and 2 StormtroopersPacked with cool functions, including a tree-trunk hideout, secret Lightsaber stash, spider web, net traps, slide, catapults and an elevating throneSuits ages 12 + LEGO Star Wars Slave I 75060
Features a rotating cockpit and wings, opening side hatches with hidden guns and missiles, 2 rotating dual shooters, cargo hold and a display stand with data sheetIncludes 4 minifigures with weapons: Boba Fett, Bespin Guard, Stormtrooper and Han SoloWeapons include special blaster pistol for Boba Fett, blaster pistol for Bespin Guard and a blaster rifle for the StormtrooperRotate the cockpit and wings for flight and landing modePlace carbonite-imprisoned Han Solo in the cargo holdOpen the side hatches to unleash missiles from the hidden gunShowcase the huge Slave I in upright flight on the display standAssembled dimensions: 45 L X 37W X 20H cm LEGO The Batman Movie Penguin Arctic Roller 70911 The Arctic Roller has a minifigure cockpit with removable roof, six wheels with rubber tyres and golden-colored trims, dual spring-loaded shooter, an opening trunk with penguin mini escape pod, fish missile details on either side of the carPress the button on the hood to fire the spring-loaded shootersThe penguin mini escape pod has an open minifigure cockpit, steering wheel element and penguin detailsProduct Piece Count
: 305 piecesArctic Roller Assembled Dimensions: 22L x 7W x 7H cmContents: Batman and The Penguin min figures, Batman’s cape and new-for-spring-2017 molded utility belt, and the Penguin’s collar, top hat and umbrella LEGO The Simpsons Kwik-E-Mart 71016 Includes: kwik E Mart, 6 mini figures and Chief Wiggum’s police carFeatures opening rear walls, a removable roof with secret vegetable garden, Kwik-E-Mart signage, light-blue walls, dusty blue floors, turquoise welcome mat, shelves, refrigerated cases, counter, Buzz Cola soda fountain and juice dispensersCounter features a cash register, magazine and card display, lottery machine, hot dog oven, donut display and a Squishee dispenser with 2 SquisheesRemovable roof features rare, dark-orange bricksLift off the roof and open out the rear walls for easy accessStock up with overpriced convenience goodsDiscover frozen Jasper!Kwik-E-Mart dimensions: 27L X 38W X 14H cmPolice car dimensions: 15L X 6W X 6H cm LEGO Star Wars Force Awakens Millennium Falcon 75105
LEGO Star Wars Force Awakens Millennium Falcon includes 6 minifigures with assorted weapons: Rey, Finn, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Tasu Leech and a Kanjiklub Gang Member, plus a BB-8 Astromech DroidLift the hull plates and check out the detailed interiorBecome a make-believe holochess master!Fire the dual spring-loaded shootersHide weapons and other cargo in the secret compartmentPretend to activate the hyperdrive and make a fast getaway!Recreate fantastic scenes from Star Wars: The Force AwakensDetailed interior includes a more detailed hyperdrive, holochess board, secret compartment, extra boxes and cables, and storage for spring-loaded shooter ammoDimensions: 47L X 32W X 14H cmSuitability 9 - 14 Years LEGO Ghostbusters Firehouse Headquarters 75827 Slide the Ghostbusters heroes down the fire pole into action. Chase the ghosts and secure them in the containment unitTurn the librarian old lady into a scary ghost with the double-sided face and extra wig!Run tests on Louis in the lab to see if he's possessed!
Suspend ghosts around the building's exterior with attachable transparent armsDodge the slime oozing up through cracks in the pavementAccessory Contents: An alarm bell, a fire extinguisher, a computer, a phone, a toolbox, tools, jars of slimes, a magnifying glass, a camera, camera rolls, an arcade game, a toaster with slime, a fridge with frozen pizza, milk and cheese, and much more!Firehouse Headquarters doors can open to fit the 21108 LEGO Ideas Ghostbusters Ecto-1 inside! Firehouse Headquarters Assembled Dimensions: 38L x 25W x 36H cm Firehouse Headquarters with walls opened out Assembled Dimensions: 38L x 46W x 36H cmProduct Piece Count: 4634Contents: Peter Venkman, Raymond Stantz, Egon Spengler, Winston Zeddemore, Janine Melnitz, Dana Barrett, Louis Tully, Zombie Driver, a Library Ghost, a Slimer, a Pink Ghost and a Blue Ghost mini figures LEGO The Batman Movie The Batmobile 70905 The Batmobile has a two-minifigure cockpit with roof pop-off function, big multidirectional wheels with rubber tyres, two stud shooters and posable bat wingsAdjust the wheels for three different modes race mode, monster truck mode and parallel-parking modeProduct Piece Count: 581 pieces Batmobile Assembled Dimensions: 29L x 15W x 10H cmContents: Batman, Robin, Man-Bat and the Kabuki Twins mini figures, Batman and Robin’s capes
, molded utility belt, Batman's Batarang, Robin's Batman Merch gun, Man-Bat's dynamite and the Kabuki Twins' claws (two each) LEGO Star Wars Death Star 75159 Contains a superlaser control room, Imperial conference chamber, hangar bay with moving launch rack and detachable TIE Advanced with space for Lord Vader inside, Emperor Palpatine’s throne roomContains a Droid maintenance room, detention block, trash compactor, tractor beam, cargo area, turbo laser with spring-loaded shooters and seats for the 2 Death Star gunners, and 2 movable turbo laser towersWeapon Contents: 3 Lightsabers, 4 blasters, 3 blaster pistols, 4 blaster rifles, 2 force pikes, 2 Force Lightning elements and a bowcasterProduct Piece Count: 4016 piecesAssembled Dimensions: 42W x 41H cmContents: 23 minifigures LEGO Friends Amusement Park Roller Coaster 41130 Combine with the 41127 Amusement Park Arcade, 41128 Amusement Park Space Ride and 41129 Amusement Park Hot Dog Van to create the Heartlake Amusement Park.