Steve Youngblood
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I think we've gone too far in terms of becoming a LEGO family. Just ordered the Ghostbusters HQ as a birthday present for our son who is turning 5. Yes, that's right. Five.
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LEGO |OT5| DARKNESS! NO MONEY! (or Break the Rules! Mix the Bags!)
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If true, yeeeeeeeees, something to go against my imperial flagship
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
So my wife gave me my birthday gift over a month early.
I now have plans this weekend.
I now have plans this weekend.
BentBricks
Member
I've used my kids as an excuse to buy LEGO that I liked for myself.
At 5 someone is going to have to build it for him. And if he can play with it yet, keeping up high on a display type shelf would be appropriate.Steve Youngblood
Member
I've used my kids as an excuse to buy LEGO that I liked for myself.
Right. I'm just saying the impetus for this is that he saw it at a LEGO store and said he wanted it. And it wasn't just me who was on board for getting it under the guise of getting it for the little one. I mean, I tend to spoil the kid rotten and get scolded by my wife frequently for getting him yet another toy/game when he just got something, but $350 for one set is kind of steep even for me. But I had my wife and my father-in-law (who agreed to throw in some money for it) saying we needed to get this thing.
The next big decision I'll have to make is whether or not to get that Death Star for Christmas. The price hike is killing me though. If it was re-released at $400, I think I would definitely be on board.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Even if I am disappointed/relieved at the Best Star having minimal changes and a $100 price hike, it is still worth it at $500. There are better and more interesting builds out there, but the sheer nostalgia trip and Star Wars love in that set is far too strong. So many little details from the films that you never really see in pics from the set, such as the weird camera things in the cell block.
The set just scratches so many Star Wars itches.
Could the build and design be better? Absolutely.
Is there another set that is anywhere close to a giant love letter to the original trilogy than this? Absolutely not.
Until I get my dream UCS Cloud City set.
New Han Solo hair on different outfits: https://imgur.com/a/BoYxH#Ulbu63D
TheFuzz
Member
I feel like it was Phon, but I could be wrong..... But there was a post awhile back I can't find that showed the ziploc container sizes/packs that fit into the sterilite drawers (the 3-drawer boxes), anyone know what page it was on?
I need to expand my storage and have those drawers so j want to make sure I grab the right containers.
I need to expand my storage and have those drawers so j want to make sure I grab the right containers.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Ziploc brand is the only one that fit perfectly. Small rectangles, small squares, and extra small squares all fit. You can see all four sizes in the pic. These are the 12x12 sterilite drawers.
Also, since watching Jang's video on his organization, I learned that you can remove the tops to the drawers and they are modular. Doing that opened up more space to add more drawers. Now each stack is one big monstrosity instead of lots of sets of 3 on top of each other.
SiegfriedFM
Member
Wasn't there already a $100+ set in the rumours? But I'm guessing that would be a stripped down set, like the 2015 Pirates. I would buy a D2C level PotC ship so quickly. I missed out on the first two, but they weren't awesome enough to pay aftermarket prices for.
TheFuzz
Member
Bless you, Phon. This is what I was looking for. Thanks a ton!
PhoncipleBone
Banned
I only got Queen Anne's Revenge from the last batch, and it was really awesome. But a $200+ ship? Yes, please! Let's get something to give Imperial Flagship a run for its money. Especially since I missed that set.
Ryan242004
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That's true, but you also can't put a price on the memories that he will get from building it too. That will be an amazing one to have. Some of my best early memories are building Legos and I'm sure building that HQ will stick with him for a long time. A lucky kid for sure! I just wish I could get my son more interested in them lol
BentBricks
Member
LEGO Christmas ornament for this year:
That looks great! Much better than some of the other holiday builds revealed recently. The eyes fit well with that build.
Ziploc brand is the only one that fit perfectly. Small rectangles, small squares, and extra small squares all fit. You can see all four sizes in the pic. These are the 12x12 sterilite drawers.
Also, since watching Jang's video on his organization, I learned that you can remove the tops to the drawers and they are modular. Doing that opened up more space to add more drawers. Now each stack is one big monstrosity instead of lots of sets of 3 on top of each other.
Is that stable at that height? Seems like the bottom ones may bear too much weight as the drawers fill up.
Edit: My OCD can't help but notice the clear handles don't match the rest.
Just bought the VW Camper Van set as a nice little decoration piece when I get to university. Really can't wait to get this thing built. There's a Lego Store in the city I'm going to so I think this hobby might continue to grow.
Was anyone else given a free random Ninjago set with any purchases? It's nothing big, just a 93 piece thing but I found it weird and I can't see anything about it on the site.
Was anyone else given a free random Ninjago set with any purchases? It's nothing big, just a 93 piece thing but I found it weird and I can't see anything about it on the site.
I bought this cabinet off Amazon last month for just under £40.
Slowly, VERY slowly filling in with minifigs. I'm building bleacher structures using the CMF plates and 8x16 baseplates but I might change it to inverted slopes like everyones' IKEA frames. No way it's going to hold all my minifigs but hopefully my favourites and a few completed CMF waves. Failing that, might buy another
Slowly, VERY slowly filling in with minifigs. I'm building bleacher structures using the CMF plates and 8x16 baseplates but I might change it to inverted slopes like everyones' IKEA frames. No way it's going to hold all my minifigs but hopefully my favourites and a few completed CMF waves. Failing that, might buy another
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Is that stable at that height? Seems like the bottom ones may bear too much weight as the drawers fill up.
Edit: My OCD can't help but notice the clear handles don't match the rest.
It's stable enough, and in a bookcase against a wall. I wouldn't stack much higher than that. And surprised you didn't notice that the clear handled ones are not textured while the ones with white handles are.
And it does bother me. Target sold the ones with the white handles, Meijer the clear ones. I was just stocking up as fast as I could. Beggars can't be choosers. I did think of rearranging so it is even on each side, but that is too much work right now.
BentBricks
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It's stable enough, and in a bookcase against a wall. I wouldn't stack much higher than that. And surprised you didn't notice that the clear handled ones are not textured while the ones with white handles are.
And it does bother me. Target sold the ones with the white handles, Meijer the clear ones. I was just stocking up as fast as I could. Beggars can't be choosers. I did think of rearranging so it is even on each side, but that is too much work right now.
Don't worry. I have the same issue as even the same store will change the product a bit over time. I got drawers from Walmart and plastic boxes from Target. Both are sterilite but designs are different between Walmart and Target. Now I'm 'stuck' buying drawers from one and boxes from another to keep things somewhat consistent.
BentBricks
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Is it me or is the thread slowing down a bit?
I heard this on the radio the other day. Reduce advertising because demand is too much. Talk about a good problem to have.
In searching for that, I found something else interesting, using LEGO tiles for a letterpress to print pixel art.
http://www.npr.org/sections/picture...terpress-and-other-new-takes-on-a-classic-toy
http://cargocollective.com/physicalfiction
I heard this on the radio the other day. Reduce advertising because demand is too much. Talk about a good problem to have.
In searching for that, I found something else interesting, using LEGO tiles for a letterpress to print pixel art.
http://www.npr.org/sections/picture...terpress-and-other-new-takes-on-a-classic-toy
http://cargocollective.com/physicalfiction
BentBricks
Member
I bought this cabinet off Amazon last month for just under £40.
Slowly, VERY slowly filling in with minifigs. I'm building bleacher structures using the CMF plates and 8x16 baseplates but I might change it to inverted slopes like everyones' IKEA frames. No way it's going to hold all my minifigs but hopefully my favourites and a few completed CMF waves. Failing that, might buy another
Looks nice. It has the 3 key features I look for in my minifig displays/storage.
- Keep dust off
- Easy viewing
- Easy access
It's perfect for those mighy micros. That reminds me...when does the next wave of Mighty Micros come out? 2017?
Hulkbuster looks a bit cramped.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
The thread is slowing down it seems. I don't know how far along we were at this point last year. I think we are in the lull before the holiday onslaught though.
Having said that, I think I am only going to be getting one more set this year (the Holiday Train). Well, and the seasonal sets like the vampire and whatnot. But no major purchases.
Also, FYI to everyone: Barnes and Noble clearance sale starts on the 12th. There will be LEGO product in there, and selection will vary by store. If you want the best selection, go to your local store the second they open on Monday.
Having said that, I think I am only going to be getting one more set this year (the Holiday Train). Well, and the seasonal sets like the vampire and whatnot. But no major purchases.
Also, FYI to everyone: Barnes and Noble clearance sale starts on the 12th. There will be LEGO product in there, and selection will vary by store. If you want the best selection, go to your local store the second they open on Monday.
Autumn / Winter is usually Lego season for me - CMF first, then Star Wars stuff and Christmas, then the releases early next year. I still read the thread, though I don't really have anything to contribute.
Though I'm hoping to crack my backlog this weekend (why am I always saying that?)
This looks awesome, it's great how it can hold the big figs comfortably too. Do you have a link to Amazon?
Edit:
So in October, I am getting the Holiday Train. I don't have a massive budget for Lego, but I have some VIP points saved up - I'll be getting the Train, SW Advent Calendar and perhaps a smaller Rogue One set. Anwyay, my question is: What are the minimum requirements to get the train going around the track on it's own?
I'm thinking:
8878 - Power Functions Rechargeable Battery Box (though no power supply! is the extra cost worth it?)
8887 - Power Functions Transformer/Charger 10VDC
88002 - Power Functions Train Motor
I can perhaps expand with the IR remote and what not next year.
Though I'm hoping to crack my backlog this weekend (why am I always saying that?)
I bought this cabinet off Amazon last month for just under £40.
Slowly, VERY slowly filling in with minifigs. I'm building bleacher structures using the CMF plates and 8x16 baseplates but I might change it to inverted slopes like everyones' IKEA frames. No way it's going to hold all my minifigs but hopefully my favourites and a few completed CMF waves. Failing that, might buy another
This looks awesome, it's great how it can hold the big figs comfortably too. Do you have a link to Amazon?
Edit:
So in October, I am getting the Holiday Train. I don't have a massive budget for Lego, but I have some VIP points saved up - I'll be getting the Train, SW Advent Calendar and perhaps a smaller Rogue One set. Anwyay, my question is: What are the minimum requirements to get the train going around the track on it's own?
I'm thinking:
8878 - Power Functions Rechargeable Battery Box (though no power supply! is the extra cost worth it?)
8887 - Power Functions Transformer/Charger 10VDC
88002 - Power Functions Train Motor
I can perhaps expand with the IR remote and what not next year.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I started the Castle last night...Finished the first bag. I'm impressed with the build already, and I'm in love with the pentagonal tiles. Those pieces are awesome and allow for some super awesome detail work.
SillyEskimo
Member
I'll give you $10 for the whole bag right now.
I saw the "recipe" for this online and had to make one for myself (I've lost the source unfortunately otherwise I'd credit them) I used a different head and hair though.
I'm tempted to paint the chainsaw body red to match, thoughts?
Dodgy Photoshop:
Looks great! Add a skeleton and dead-ite
Looks great! Add a skeleton and dead-ite
oooh, that gave me an idea, Evil Ash!
haha, that's awesome, the handle on the chainsaw is pretty cool too, hmmm....
PhoncipleBone
Banned
I saw the "recipe" for this online and had to make one for myself (I've lost the source unfortunately otherwise I'd credit them) I used a different head and hair though.
I'm tempted to paint the chainsaw body red to match, thoughts?
Dodgy Photoshop:
That's awesome. And I see others had the same idea once Nexo Knights hit about the Book of Evil.
What part is that chainsaw made out of btw? I just stole the winter village one when I threw together my super quick Ash figure for my halloween display last year. I need to upgrade him.
Watch it be a sandwich baggie with 8 of the same ol' Spidey figs.
Positive: You would have your very own Spider-Man clone army.
parrotbeak
Member
What's the blood puddle from?
I swear I have a chainsaw piece around but I don't think I have any of the sets it comes from.
http://brickset.com/parts/4211048
I swear I have a chainsaw piece around but I don't think I have any of the sets it comes from.
http://brickset.com/parts/4211048
PhoncipleBone
Banned
http://brickset.com/sets/containing-part-4211048
At least it is in 2 different 2016 sets right now, and a few from last year you can probably still find around.
parrotbeak
Member
The blood or chainsaw?
parrotbeak
Member
^good, glad it doesn't come with anything I want. Show sucks.
Ah, I have seen that before. thanks
That's awesome. And I see others had the same idea once Nexo Knights hit about the Book of Evil.
What part is that chainsaw made out of btw? I just stole the winter village one when I threw together my super quick Ash figure for my halloween display last year. I need to upgrade him.
The chainsaw body is this part http://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=15407#T=C
It's attached via a 1x1 round plate with a hole in the middle and then just a standard chainsaw blade stuck in it http://www.bricklink.com/v2/catalog/catalogitem.page?P=6117#T=C
Brickforge https://www.brickforge.com/Spill-Splat.html
It comes in a few colours, I grabbed several at the time for blood and trans-green for slime
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FuriousOne
Member
Well it's my lucky day and won this at our work golf outing...
https://shop.lego.com/en-US/Maersk-Line-Triple-E-10241
I actually won a TV but told the group that I would trade it for the set, and a gentlemen happily abliged.
https://shop.lego.com/en-US/Maersk-Line-Triple-E-10241
I actually won a TV but told the group that I would trade it for the set, and a gentlemen happily abliged.
El Pescado
Member
I saw the "recipe" for this online and had to make one for myself (I've lost the source unfortunately otherwise I'd credit them) I used a different head and hair though.
I'm tempted to paint the chainsaw body red to match, thoughts?
Dodgy Photoshop:
Where do the torso and legs come from?
Torso is from speed racer and the legs are han solo (if memory serves)
I might remove the gun holster part from the legs actually
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
So what is this weird Nexo Knight game thing? Got a set in my last order.
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