Cereal KiIIer
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The LEGO Thread
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Calm Killer
In all media, only true fans who consume every book, film, game, or pog collection deserve to know what's going on.
Yup. It is a must buy. And if you don't get it now you will regret it later. Town Hall will be here for another year at least. Most likely longer.
My Walmart order came in last evening and they were both in huge individual boxes. The one looks like the tape has popped off the one side while shipping but I believe everything is intact.
Calm Killer
In all media, only true fans who consume every book, film, game, or pog collection deserve to know what's going on.
Also I am in debate about getting Haunted House. Since it just came out I am assuming it will be still there this time next year correct? Its not a limited time thing right?
SillyEskimo
Member
I'll be moving into a new house at the end of November. Any advice on moving a large amount if built Lego sets? I am breaking down about half of them and mixing the parts in one giant plastic bin. Monster Fighters Castle, Mad Scientist, Ghost Train, 3 Tripod Invaders, a bunch of misc. Atlantis sets, and the Falcon, Luke's Landspeeder, and a bunch of Clone War sets. I'll rebuild all those later. I still have all my modulars, Batman, Avengers, PotC, and Harry Potter stuff assembled.
No idea how I'm going to transport this stuff. I'm moving the family myself and it's about 10 minutes away on the other side of town. I'm open to suggestions!
No idea how I'm going to transport this stuff. I'm moving the family myself and it's about 10 minutes away on the other side of town. I'm open to suggestions!
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I've found that there is no good way. I'm moving apartments later this month and intend to just set my SSD in the back seat of my car and walk it in. For the modulars, you may be able to just separate the floors and box them with some packing material, but otherwise, you're likely going to have a tough time with this.
Would be interested in other opinions, though!
Diseased Yak
Gold Member
I recently moved, so I can comment I guess. The way I did it was to hand-move the more sensitive pieces (like the VW Van). Others I packed into boxes with copious amounts of towels, folded sheets, etc. for padding. Everything made the move fairly intact. At the time I didn't have anything huge like the SSD. My next move is gonna be... interesting.
PeteZaTheHutt
Member
My daughter's birthday is at the end of October, and my wife came up to me the other day and said that we should make a trip to the LEGO store and our daughter can pick out whatever set she wants along with a large PAB cup. My eyes widened considerably and I told her that would be perfect timing because it's double VIP in October! She quickly realized the horrible mistake that she had made and silently shot me that look... that look that most of us here with a wife or SO are intimately familiar with... that "you do NOT need any more LEGO" look. Fortunately, that look no longer has any effect on me...
So the plan is to get the following, all with double VIP:
Star Wars B-Wing
Star Wars Jabba's Palace
Modular Town Hall
Minecraft (if they finally have it in stock)
My daughter is not sure which set she wants the most from the following list:
Ninjago Epic Dragon Battle
Ninjago Samurai Mech
Friends Summer Riding Camp
And I have a feeling that my wife will get a set for herself, most likely the large Hogwarts Castle. I gave her Diagon Alley several months ago and she loved putting that together.
So the plan is to get the following, all with double VIP:
Star Wars B-Wing
Star Wars Jabba's Palace
Modular Town Hall
Minecraft (if they finally have it in stock)
My daughter is not sure which set she wants the most from the following list:
Ninjago Epic Dragon Battle
Ninjago Samurai Mech
Friends Summer Riding Camp
And I have a feeling that my wife will get a set for herself, most likely the large Hogwarts Castle. I gave her Diagon Alley several months ago and she loved putting that together.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Disassemble. Box em up. Rebuild!
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I would totally do this if the disassembly process wasn't a SUPER bitch on these big sets.
DJ_Lae
Member
I disassembled a number of sets for my move this past month and some of them were kind of annoying. In particular I hate any set that has you stack a plate on top of a plate of same size, it's hell on the fingers after you do a bunch of those in and amounts pulling entire sets apart.
biggyfries
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Excellent work, Phonc!
I found my weekend chore.
I found my weekend chore.
Buffalo Defender
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DJ_Lae
Member
One of the few times I wish I didn't live in Canada.
The Lone Ranger theatrical trailer.
Only linking this as it gives us a look at what possible sets may come from this movie.
Only linking this as it gives us a look at what possible sets may come from this movie.
Gary Whitta
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It's time. Hitting the LEGO store today. Hoping to come away with Haunted House and B-Wing. Is the Winter Cottage out yet?
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Winter Cottage is available to my knowledge. Also, very intrigued by the B-Wing. It looks OK, but it doesn't scream UCS to me. :\ Thoughts/opinions once you get it!
BattleMonkey
Member
There isn't a whole lot they could have done with it too make it more elaborate than it is I think. It's just a simple design, so you got two halves that are essentially same put together. It's a very big ship once put together though, much larger than your standard sized Lego SW fighter craft. Wing span is 15" but the length is about 26" or so, and comes with the stand for display and plaque.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I guess that's true. I'm comparing this to the SSD and my eventual Death Star, so I'm biased.
E: And the fact that I am very neutral on Star Wars in general doesn't help - I don't really know the ships or sets well enough to really appreciate a LEGO creation outside of how much ass it kicks on display.
Marty Chinn
Member
Uh oh, Death Star no longer listed on Wal-Mart.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Marty Chinn
Member
Ugh, I need it to last until the end of the year. This worries me though.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Still listed at S@H, so there may be hope?
Hitting the Nashville LEGO store Friday. I gotta keep it under $100 and I don't know which set I want to get...
* Mini Modulars
* Winter Cottage
* Shuttle
* Vampire Castle
I'm leaning towards the Mini Modulars since you can only get them at the LEGO store...but I don't know...
* Mini Modulars
* Winter Cottage
* Shuttle
* Vampire Castle
I'm leaning towards the Mini Modulars since you can only get them at the LEGO store...but I don't know...
Walmart pulled the listings for a lot of the sets that were on sale last week, probably just for their own convenience. The sets are still there (though OOS), you just need to have the exact link.
BattleMonkey
Member
Local shop had a few on display. All of them looked ancient or their boxes had gone through a war.
Calm Killer
In all media, only true fans who consume every book, film, game, or pog collection deserve to know what's going on.
I am going to be in Nashville on the 15th. Would it be possible for you to check out the place and tell me if the sets I want are there or not?
Star Wars Imperial Shuttle
Tower Bridge
Winter Cottage
Haunted House
Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Rodney McKay
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Hnnngh. Must. resist. more. LEGO! I'm invested in getting my custom Mini-modulars so that I DON'T have to buy the full sized ones! (I got no space!)
Besides, I need to save for the Hobbit sets which should be out pretty soon. My goal is to get a full set of Dwarves+Bilbo+Gandalf.
Setre
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I was just there earlier this week. My memory is horrible but I know for sure they have the Haunted House because that's where I got mine. I'm also 90% positive they had the Winter Cottage and Tower Bridge. I didn't see the Imperial Shuttle but they had the SSD and a beat up Death Star box on display.
Pro-tip: If you've never been to The LEGO Store at Opry Mills park near the food court and go in that entrance. Go right from there and the LEGO Store will be on your left a little ways down.
anonymous_abc
Member
imho, chilling back on the sofa with something good on tv, two brick separators and a large bin for the pieces its no problem...
Ninjago 2013 set info (translated from Japanese, courtesy of Aanchir on Eurobricks):
LEGO 70500 Kai's Fire Robot
To get the four legendary blades fire, Lightning, ice, earth, ninjas must awaken the mystery of the golden robot! Lord Gamadon pushes a scouting party, and is trying to take the Fire blade from Kai, but Kai is expecting him! You can create the battle between the crossbow scout and Kai's Fire Robot. Begin the battle for the Fire Blade!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Kai and Waruwaru Samurai (scout)
Weapons
LEGO 70501 Samurai Bike
Lord Garmadon's soldier minions are aimed at Jay's Lightning Blade! If the blade is stolen, he will not be able to awaken the Golden Robot. Gone will be the means to stop Lord Garmadon! The enemy is equipped with a high-speed missile attack.
Jay wonders if it is possible to escape with a rocket pack to accelerate!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Jay and Waruwaru Samurai (Warrior).
Weapons
LEGO 70502 Cole's Power Drill
Waruwaru Samurai minions have claimed Cole's Earth Blade. In this state, he will not be able to awaken the mystery of the Golden Robot! Cole rides a super tough Power Drill to take the blade back! Try spinning the drill to start the engine! The Power Drill will plow through even any obstacle. Take back the blade before it is too late!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Cole and Waruwaru Samurai (Sword Team)
LEGO 70503 Golden Dragon
In order to confront the minions of Lord Gamadon, Golden Ninja Lloyd calls the the Golden Dragon. Lloyd mounts the Golden Dragon in preparation for the battle!
Bombard the enemy with huge wingbeats! Fire the dragon sphere! The power of the Golden Dragon returns the minions of Lord Garmadon to the world of darkness!
Accessories:
Three minifigures: Golden Ninja Lloyd, Waruwaru Samurai (scout), Waruwaru Samurai (warrior)
Weapons
LEGO 70504 Garmatron
The strongest minions of Lord Garmadon, the Kozu Generals, have stolen the ice blade. He is trying to ride the Garmatron straight to the world of darkness.
Zane is following the Kozu General in the ice speeder! Successfully dodge the Garmatron's secret missiles and take the blade back! Do not get caught earnestly!
Accessories:
Three minifigures: Zane, Kozu General, Waruwaru Samurai (Sword Team)
Weapons
LEGO 70505 Temple of Light
The epic final battle has begun in the land of Ninjago! Golden Ninja Lloyd and Sensei Wu enter deep into the Temple of Light! Stealthily sneaking in front of Lord Garmadon and his minions, they place the four blades Fire, Lightning, Ice, and Earth. Combine the fire, lightning, ice, and earth power to awaken the golden robot!
Accessories:
Golden Robot
Five minifigures: Golden Ninja Lloyd, Lord Garmadon, Sensei Wu, Waruwaru Samurai (scout), Waruwaru Samurai (warrior)
...and I think that is the end of Ninjago.
LEGO 70500 Kai's Fire Robot
To get the four legendary blades fire, Lightning, ice, earth, ninjas must awaken the mystery of the golden robot! Lord Gamadon pushes a scouting party, and is trying to take the Fire blade from Kai, but Kai is expecting him! You can create the battle between the crossbow scout and Kai's Fire Robot. Begin the battle for the Fire Blade!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Kai and Waruwaru Samurai (scout)
Weapons
LEGO 70501 Samurai Bike
Lord Garmadon's soldier minions are aimed at Jay's Lightning Blade! If the blade is stolen, he will not be able to awaken the Golden Robot. Gone will be the means to stop Lord Garmadon! The enemy is equipped with a high-speed missile attack.
Jay wonders if it is possible to escape with a rocket pack to accelerate!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Jay and Waruwaru Samurai (Warrior).
Weapons
LEGO 70502 Cole's Power Drill
Waruwaru Samurai minions have claimed Cole's Earth Blade. In this state, he will not be able to awaken the mystery of the Golden Robot! Cole rides a super tough Power Drill to take the blade back! Try spinning the drill to start the engine! The Power Drill will plow through even any obstacle. Take back the blade before it is too late!
Accessories:
Two minifigures: Cole and Waruwaru Samurai (Sword Team)
LEGO 70503 Golden Dragon
In order to confront the minions of Lord Gamadon, Golden Ninja Lloyd calls the the Golden Dragon. Lloyd mounts the Golden Dragon in preparation for the battle!
Bombard the enemy with huge wingbeats! Fire the dragon sphere! The power of the Golden Dragon returns the minions of Lord Garmadon to the world of darkness!
Accessories:
Three minifigures: Golden Ninja Lloyd, Waruwaru Samurai (scout), Waruwaru Samurai (warrior)
Weapons
LEGO 70504 Garmatron
The strongest minions of Lord Garmadon, the Kozu Generals, have stolen the ice blade. He is trying to ride the Garmatron straight to the world of darkness.
Zane is following the Kozu General in the ice speeder! Successfully dodge the Garmatron's secret missiles and take the blade back! Do not get caught earnestly!
Accessories:
Three minifigures: Zane, Kozu General, Waruwaru Samurai (Sword Team)
Weapons
LEGO 70505 Temple of Light
The epic final battle has begun in the land of Ninjago! Golden Ninja Lloyd and Sensei Wu enter deep into the Temple of Light! Stealthily sneaking in front of Lord Garmadon and his minions, they place the four blades Fire, Lightning, Ice, and Earth. Combine the fire, lightning, ice, and earth power to awaken the golden robot!
Accessories:
Golden Robot
Five minifigures: Golden Ninja Lloyd, Lord Garmadon, Sensei Wu, Waruwaru Samurai (scout), Waruwaru Samurai (warrior)
...and I think that is the end of Ninjago.
Gary Whitta
Member
I may have gone a bit overboard.
Also picked up Haunted House, Winter Cottage, Advent Calendar and the halloween and rock band mini-sets as well as a bunch of S8 minifigs - our local LEGO store guy is a master at feeling the bags for the ones you want.
the other two are for friends
Also picked up Haunted House, Winter Cottage, Advent Calendar and the halloween and rock band mini-sets as well as a bunch of S8 minifigs - our local LEGO store guy is a master at feeling the bags for the ones you want.
NathanMcMahon
Banned
the other two are for friends
liar
you know you're going to build them and "pew, pew" around the room with them.
Gary Whitta
Member
GOLD SQUADRON.
More voting please! http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=42694358
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Less voting. Less entries. I think we need to give the MOC contests a lil breathing room after this. Maybe a post holiday one. This one just seemed to slip in without notice.
Less voting? Less entries? How do you want to enforce people not entering a creation? Wait, that doesn't make any sense.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
I was meaning in relation to the first contest. My wording was odd. Sorry.
I was referring to the fact that the second contest had less entries than the first, and less traffic in general. It took people a while to vote in the first one, but the new one feels like a graveyard. I think we should give a breather between contests next time, because I think this one just kind of snuck in compared to the freshness of the first one.
Although, the entries in this one were much better than the first one. Even if there were less.
Rodney McKay
Member
LALALALA I'M NOT LISTENING!
(I wish some of the smaller sets I was looking at were ~30% off as well)
Ahh, I get it now. This one has less entries I think because it was a much more difficult set to work with. I can't really explain the lack of votes though; a week is probably way too short.
I need either joust or the passenger train to be back in stock.
whatsinaname
Member
I think another reason is that quite a few of the posters from the first thread couldn't find this set in stores.
letsbereasonable
Member
So do I, so Amazon can match it again and I can part some out for more middle passenger cars.
PeteZaTheHutt
Member
It seems as though there are a ton of spoilers for the Ninjago cartoon show revealed here. I personally don't care, but I've been watching the show with my daughter and I don't think that any of these scenarios in the descriptions have happened yet. Most of it sounds fairly generic, but I know for sure that Lloyd is the Green Ninja right now and there hasn't been any mention of him becoming a Golden Ninja. Yes, I am a loser.
I watch the cartoon with my son, and yes there are some spoilers in these product descriptions. Ninjago doesn't get much of a reception with the older crowd, so I didn't consider spoiler-tagging the descriptions.
As far as the cartoon goes - this all starts in Episode 20.
CrunchinJelly
formerly cjelly
Is this like when the Green Power Ranger became the White Ranger?
Vampyre Castle 9468 for $73.78 at Amazon Warehouse
Just picked up 7962 Podracers for $59.12. As much as the new trilogy is disliked, I love the podracing scenes and think the set looks good, and for 33% off I couldn't resist!
Just picked up 7962 Podracers for $59.12. As much as the new trilogy is disliked, I love the podracing scenes and think the set looks good, and for 33% off I couldn't resist!
After getting Mill Village Raid, I have decided to go about slowly putting together some of my old Castle sets to join it. I just wish I would have started putting them back in their boxes earlier in my life. All my old Dragon Master sets and stuff like that ended up in one big box. I loved those. I may try and put some of them together too if I feel ambitious. One room in my house will just be inhabitable while I make a big room of Castle sets.
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