Reluctant-Hero
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Anything else I should grab from TFA? I already have RTT, and yes, it's an amazing build. I also have the superior, grey/blue, Resistance X-wing. What else should I pick up? The TIE?
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Anything else I should grab from TFA? I already have RTT, and yes, it's an amazing build. I also have the superior, grey/blue, Resistance X-wing. What else should I pick up? The TIE?
JANG reviews 75172 Y-Wing Starfighter:
https://youtu.be/nj3jkc_B3S0
Looks like a significant upgrade from 9495. I will definitely be picking it up in March.
https://youtu.be/nj3jkc_B3S0
Looks like a significant upgrade from 9495. I will definitely be picking it up in March.
Winnie the Pimp
Member
Why is that one superior again?
Just finished the RTT.
What an enjoyable build. For such an unattractive ship (IMO), and one that appears fleetingly, they did a superb job. It's very accurate to the "real" thing, but they've done a fantastic job of smoothing everything over, giving it details above and beyond you would expect from a relatively minor ship. The use of parts is fantastic, and I like how you build it in all directions, particularly when it comes to the cockpit and the weapon arm.
Very pleased I managed to pick it up. Looks great assembled, and it's nice to have Akbar and Leia. Leia particularly, given recent events. She's stood at the front of the ship, greeting whoever lowers the ramp.
Now on to, sorry US Gaffers, the new Y-Wing!
What an enjoyable build. For such an unattractive ship (IMO), and one that appears fleetingly, they did a superb job. It's very accurate to the "real" thing, but they've done a fantastic job of smoothing everything over, giving it details above and beyond you would expect from a relatively minor ship. The use of parts is fantastic, and I like how you build it in all directions, particularly when it comes to the cockpit and the weapon arm.
Very pleased I managed to pick it up. Looks great assembled, and it's nice to have Akbar and Leia. Leia particularly, given recent events. She's stood at the front of the ship, greeting whoever lowers the ramp.
Now on to, sorry US Gaffers, the new Y-Wing!
No more Lepin talk please. Buying from them is something to be ashamed of and by buying from them you are supporting organized crime with links to sex trafficking most likely.
The very fact that apparently the Chinese courts are leaning toward siding with Lego in the copyright should say something about how bad they are. Chinese courts siding with western companies is rare and its not like Lego has Disney levels of influence on China yet they are still succeeding in the court system.
The very fact that apparently the Chinese courts are leaning toward siding with Lego in the copyright should say something about how bad they are. Chinese courts siding with western companies is rare and its not like Lego has Disney levels of influence on China yet they are still succeeding in the court system.
MiniBossman
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I called my local Lego store to confirm what time they are opening tomorrow, and if they got their Assembly Squares yet. I don't have a problem.
It's really good. The bombing mechanism is so awesome.
The greebling stuff at the engines is repetitive at times, but the final look is great!
Reluctant-Hero
Member
I prefer the Grey/Blue color scheme to Poe's Black/Orange. I know he's an "ace", but having a rebel/resistance pilot feels "wrong" to me as far as canon goes. It's the only aspect of new canon that I dislike... so far.
Oh, as far as the build goes, the resistance x-wing has a removable hyper driving.
Oh I see they are doing weekly free posters again like they did with Lego Movie, thats neat. I wouldn't mind getting that free Krypto polybag too but I can't see the dates clearly, looks like there is only like a day or so crossover with the free Batman figs.
Not quite sure what i'm going to save for Feb. to get those free batman figs. I think i'm going to use my amazon gift card from christmas for the scuttler. I can probably hold off on the Riddler chase set, some mighty micros and like the catwoman $20 set or something.
I'm definitely picking up the store exclusive Batman movie sets tonight, Clayface and that Creotor robot.
Aw sweet deal. Then I guess I will pick up Riddler Chase and the DC Superhero girl Batgirl set in feb to get both freebies. And it looks like I would be getting the Batgirl free poster the week I order which is cool, i'd want either that one or the Robin one.
Thats a cool little buildable R2-D2, depending on how big it looks near a fig I prefer that to the normal one because of the third leg.
FuriousOne
Member
I want that R2!
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Might wait until February for Assembly Square then. Want those BatmenLooks like 5 days of overlap:
So I'm getting the Mini Cooper after my exams finish later this month, should I get the Ferrari F40 alongside it? My worry is that it would look out of place next to the other 3 cars, but I'm not too sure. It's either that or another Ideas set like the Maze or the Caterham, but I'm not too enthused on those and I'd prefer a more substantial build.
How much will this cost?
PhoncipleBone
Banned
F40 is great. And then you also need the Beetle.
Coming in at the last minute but here's my Lego top ten of the year list
Classic Batman TV Series Batcave
I will defend this set to the death. Yes it has faults but its pros outweigh the cons. Despite the price point it really is a great value with a great assortment of unique and exclusive figs and alot of useful parts including unique beams and many large plates. To appreciate this set you probably have to be a Batman fan so with a couple caveats its not higher on my list but it is on my top ten list.
Creator Fun in the Park
Creator Park Animals
This is an old set that many have probably already forgotten but damn was this a fun build and just adorable for display. I wanted to cheat and put the new Dinosaur set here but Park Animals needs the love and a reminder to get it before its gone.
Star Wars AT-ST
Great Star Wars sets that even though its under Rogue One theme this is for the OT fans as well. Nice assortment of figs and just one of those classic Star Wars vehicles you need on a shelf.
Lego Dimensions Sonic Level pack
Batman Gotham Cycle Chase
This was one of those great super hero $20 sets. You can rarely go wrong with Lego's $20 super hero sets and this is a prime example. Both bike builds in this set are slick as hell and look good on display. They are sturdy enough for kids to play with and yet are slick enough to fit into any super hero display or even your modular or City streets. The figs are top notch with Batman being the only ho-hum get. Harley is available in other sets BUT all of them are pricier or OOP sets and the great thing about these Harley figs they are all unique variants. You also get a slick as hell Deadshot fig so this is the hinted at but not official Suicide Squad set.
Star Wars Darth Vader Tie Advanced vs. A-Wing
Ok so I know this set wasn't very popular and there was grumblings about the price but hear me out on this one. If you don't have the Death Star or plan on getting it you get a couple great figs in the newly designed Darth Vader and Grand Moff Tarkin. You also get Sabine which if you are a fan of Rebels (and why aren't you?) she is always nice to get. What made this set really nice to me though was the thought and polish put into both of these builds. I have had complaints about vehicle builds in the past and have put together some really sloppy rush jobs (hello Batwing from Joker Steamroller) but these two builds got extra love and addressed many of my complaints. They are slick looking and feel complete from top to bottom. They hide their play features in some excellent and unique ways that make you go "YES, why haven't you been doing this from the start?" The only con I can even come up with this set is that after these builds i'm afraid i'm going to disappointed in many future builds.
Spider-Man Bridge Battle
This is the Super Hero set I keep asking for but we get more garishly colored Hulk vehicles instead. This was my YESSS!! moment from NY Toyfair reveal. Every damn thing I want from a Spider-Man set barring a true big Daily Bugle set. Just unbelievable selection of figs, good guys and bad. A playset that is fun for kids yet looks really awesome on display and makes adults what to play with it even. Great price point and an easy option to buy two and make it even grander in scale. i have nothing bad at all to say about this set, except for maybe where is my Spider Gwen Lego?
Ninjago Jay's Elemental Dragon
This is another slot I went back and forth between two sets to slide in here. I make no attempts to hide my love for the Ninjago dragon sets and we had two this year with Jay's Elemental Dragon and Lloyd's Green NRG Dragon. I decided to focus on Jay's Dragon because it is at a very nice price point of $30, its a traditional Lego buld from top to bottom to wing tip and the secondary villain build is small enough to steal pieces from the main build yet kind of neat and worthwhile to have for fun. Oh yea, it also comes with a monkey fig.
The finished Dragon build is enormous very articulate and just great to display. The figs are a great selection and the paint job on the Jay fig is really sharp and eyecatching. You absolutely cannot go wrong with these Ninjago Dragon sets.
Geoffrey's Creepy Day at the Playground
Ha, just kidding. Though this set will live on in all our minds...forever!
Disney Castle
I literally do not have to say anything about this set. You know damn well this is the number one set this year.
Classic Batman TV Series Batcave
I will defend this set to the death. Yes it has faults but its pros outweigh the cons. Despite the price point it really is a great value with a great assortment of unique and exclusive figs and alot of useful parts including unique beams and many large plates. To appreciate this set you probably have to be a Batman fan so with a couple caveats its not higher on my list but it is on my top ten list.
Creator Fun in the Park
From a build standpoint there is nothing unique in this set but whats unique is this being a true figure pack and something Lego needs to do more of in the future. It should be supported by all to send them a clear message.
Creator Park Animals
This is an old set that many have probably already forgotten but damn was this a fun build and just adorable for display. I wanted to cheat and put the new Dinosaur set here but Park Animals needs the love and a reminder to get it before its gone.
Star Wars AT-ST
Great Star Wars sets that even though its under Rogue One theme this is for the OT fans as well. Nice assortment of figs and just one of those classic Star Wars vehicles you need on a shelf.
Lego Dimensions Sonic Level pack
Okay, so here is where we start to go off the rails a bit. I think this is fair game for a Lego list. The msrp price makes it initial value not including the game portion way off sure but with the amount of sales on these things its no problem getting this for under $20 at some point. I have gushed over the game portion of this set earlier last month but the fig and the mini builds in this set are just outstanding. Even if you aren't a Sonic fan the fig is just a classic character to have and is adorable. The builds, especially the bi-plane is just awesome in this set given the constraints they have to work with. They aren't just game pieces but actualy cool builds that are totally swooshable. Just for the record I was torn between putting this and the Adventure Time level pack here which is also a great set for slightly different reasons so pick your poison.
Batman Gotham Cycle Chase
This was one of those great super hero $20 sets. You can rarely go wrong with Lego's $20 super hero sets and this is a prime example. Both bike builds in this set are slick as hell and look good on display. They are sturdy enough for kids to play with and yet are slick enough to fit into any super hero display or even your modular or City streets. The figs are top notch with Batman being the only ho-hum get. Harley is available in other sets BUT all of them are pricier or OOP sets and the great thing about these Harley figs they are all unique variants. You also get a slick as hell Deadshot fig so this is the hinted at but not official Suicide Squad set.
Star Wars Darth Vader Tie Advanced vs. A-Wing
Ok so I know this set wasn't very popular and there was grumblings about the price but hear me out on this one. If you don't have the Death Star or plan on getting it you get a couple great figs in the newly designed Darth Vader and Grand Moff Tarkin. You also get Sabine which if you are a fan of Rebels (and why aren't you?) she is always nice to get. What made this set really nice to me though was the thought and polish put into both of these builds. I have had complaints about vehicle builds in the past and have put together some really sloppy rush jobs (hello Batwing from Joker Steamroller) but these two builds got extra love and addressed many of my complaints. They are slick looking and feel complete from top to bottom. They hide their play features in some excellent and unique ways that make you go "YES, why haven't you been doing this from the start?" The only con I can even come up with this set is that after these builds i'm afraid i'm going to disappointed in many future builds.
Spider-Man Bridge Battle
This is the Super Hero set I keep asking for but we get more garishly colored Hulk vehicles instead. This was my YESSS!! moment from NY Toyfair reveal. Every damn thing I want from a Spider-Man set barring a true big Daily Bugle set. Just unbelievable selection of figs, good guys and bad. A playset that is fun for kids yet looks really awesome on display and makes adults what to play with it even. Great price point and an easy option to buy two and make it even grander in scale. i have nothing bad at all to say about this set, except for maybe where is my Spider Gwen Lego?
Ninjago Jay's Elemental Dragon
This is another slot I went back and forth between two sets to slide in here. I make no attempts to hide my love for the Ninjago dragon sets and we had two this year with Jay's Elemental Dragon and Lloyd's Green NRG Dragon. I decided to focus on Jay's Dragon because it is at a very nice price point of $30, its a traditional Lego buld from top to bottom to wing tip and the secondary villain build is small enough to steal pieces from the main build yet kind of neat and worthwhile to have for fun. Oh yea, it also comes with a monkey fig.
The finished Dragon build is enormous very articulate and just great to display. The figs are a great selection and the paint job on the Jay fig is really sharp and eyecatching. You absolutely cannot go wrong with these Ninjago Dragon sets.
Geoffrey's Creepy Day at the Playground
Ha, just kidding. Though this set will live on in all our minds...forever!
Disney Castle
I literally do not have to say anything about this set. You know damn well this is the number one set this year.
Ordered my Assembly Square from the website so will have to wait until next weekend to build it most likely.
In other news, Santa was very kind this year (and the sets were heavily reduced) so I now have a complete collection of year 1 Lego dimensions figures, including Super Girl and Green Lantern
Now I just need to find the time to play it all!
Anyone seen any good storage ideas for dimensions figures? Thinking of making my own.
In other news, Santa was very kind this year (and the sets were heavily reduced) so I now have a complete collection of year 1 Lego dimensions figures, including Super Girl and Green Lantern
Now I just need to find the time to play it all!Anyone seen any good storage ideas for dimensions figures? Thinking of making my own.
Oh, I've already got the Beetle (and absolutely love it!), so the Cooper and Ferrari will just be finishing off the collection, that is unless I decide to get the Caterham as well. I do have £20 in credit so that is possible...
PhoncipleBone
Banned
And I am assuming you have the VW Camper Van as well, since that is amazing.
demosthenes
Member
Lego-gaf, should I buy the Millennium falcon Lego set? An acquaintance just showed me his, I feel like I need it.
Of course, it's probably my favorite non-Modular set right now.
Does the Caterham fit with the 4 Creator car sets? I love the design but the lower piece count and it being Ideas doesn't point to it fitting in well.
SiegfriedFM
Member
Hmmm. 11 sets released today that I want.
HOWEVER. I took a long look at the list.
* I want Moana's ship for... actually I don't know what. For $49.
* I kind of want Elsa's palace to build a really big one... for $87.
* Exploration Robots is still a decent deal for $22.
* I basically only want the Phantom for Thrawn, and I'd really want at least two spares of his head. But not for $49.
* The Scuttler and the DC school are interesting, but it comes down to basically wanting the Poison Ivy in both, and maybe some other Batman figures. For $99 per set.
* Riddler Racer and Penguin car for $44 each.
* And the A-Wing: $66 for 358 parts! A ridiculous conversion on top of a ridiculous PPP to begin with. Is this all Lando tax?
Ultimately I ordered two: Assembly Square and the Captain America Jet. That one wasn't that overpriced and I want that Ms Marvel for the novelty of it. I also got five Batman CMF. Those are indeed 33% more expensive now, so these will also have to wait for a sale.
Basically, Lego are too greedy this time. I was looking forward to spending a ton of cash, but it feels stupid at this point. Local shops will eventually have a 25% sale and then it gets a bit more reasonable, or I might pick up the figures off BL.
Interestingly, the total cost of those nine sets are almost the same as the (also overpriced) Death Star...
HOWEVER. I took a long look at the list.
* I want Moana's ship for... actually I don't know what. For $49.
* I kind of want Elsa's palace to build a really big one... for $87.
* Exploration Robots is still a decent deal for $22.
* I basically only want the Phantom for Thrawn, and I'd really want at least two spares of his head. But not for $49.
* The Scuttler and the DC school are interesting, but it comes down to basically wanting the Poison Ivy in both, and maybe some other Batman figures. For $99 per set.
* Riddler Racer and Penguin car for $44 each.
* And the A-Wing: $66 for 358 parts! A ridiculous conversion on top of a ridiculous PPP to begin with. Is this all Lando tax?
Ultimately I ordered two: Assembly Square and the Captain America Jet. That one wasn't that overpriced and I want that Ms Marvel for the novelty of it. I also got five Batman CMF. Those are indeed 33% more expensive now, so these will also have to wait for a sale.
Basically, Lego are too greedy this time. I was looking forward to spending a ton of cash, but it feels stupid at this point. Local shops will eventually have a 25% sale and then it gets a bit more reasonable, or I might pick up the figures off BL.
Interestingly, the total cost of those nine sets are almost the same as the (also overpriced) Death Star...
BentBricks
Member
Is that a first in that scale? I'm not a Star Wars die hard so I can't tell how accurate the model is, but it looks darn good to me. Me want.
Ordered my Assembly Square from the website so will have to wait until next weekend to build it most likely.
In other news, Santa was very kind this year (and the sets were heavily reduced) so I now have a complete collection of year 1 Lego dimensions figures, including Super Girl and Green Lantern
Anyone seen any good storage ideas for dimensions figures? Thinking of making my own.
I got this on sale a couple weeks before christmas for like $12 but it retails for $15 which is pretty good. After you initially fool around with a bunch of the figs and vehicles you are going to settle on the most versatile figs and the BttF car and maybe one flying vehicle for puzzles. It starts to get tiring switching figs on the pad. This case held the perfect amount of needed figs for most every situation and a couple vehicles that you can keep handy next to you. The rest of my collection I keep stored in a Lego drawer.
TheFuzz
Member
Yeah I need this, it's fantastic. Would look pretty close to scale with a K2-SO constraction.
Oh no. What have I done?
Reluctant-Hero
Member
So does anyone think the complete TL Batman line will go live on the US S@H at 9:00 pm pacific?
Yes... give or take a little bit. But given the holiday... I'm not certain, haha. Worst case is tomorrow morning?
PhoncipleBone
Banned
My wife and I might go to Nashville on Monday, but might not. There is a LEGO store there.
Trying not to order Assembly Square tonight in the chance we go there Monday.
My brain is saying if we go Monday, I will buy it. If we don't, wait for February and the Batman promo.
Trying not to order Assembly Square tonight in the chance we go there Monday.
My brain is saying if we go Monday, I will buy it. If we don't, wait for February and the Batman promo.
jetpacks was yes
Member
Searched but couldn't find anything, so forgive me if this question has been asked: when will the series 4 star wars microfighters be available in the U.S.? Amazon, TRU, etc. don't seem to carry any of them.
Edit: oops read it wrong
Reluctant-Hero
Member
I'd really like to my hands on some Batman minifigs. I'm trying resist the urge to order them tonight and wait for February...
PhoncipleBone
Banned
DARKNESS!
The thread title coming full circle as the thread ends and LEGO Batman begins.
Reluctant-Hero
Member
Shit man, I've stayed strong and away from LEGO for nearly two years now, only the creator cars. But Batman is calling me.
https://youtu.be/bQEnzrRyo3c
Chezzymann
Member
Ok here's my last minute top 5 2016 lego sets
1. Volkswagen Beetle
Absolutley love this thing. Build was phenomenal. Lots of great new parts and colors. Looks amazing, didn't think it could top the mini cooper, but it did. Easily my favorite lego car ever, and my favorite set released year.
2. Joker's Notorious Low Rider
Not exactly sure if this is a 2016 set but it was officially released in november so it counts in my book even if it wasn't in the 2016 catalogs. Everything about this set is amazing. the design of the vehicle, the suspension action figure, and the figures. Harley quinn is fantastic. Another great lego vehicle.
3. King's Mech
Probably my favorite lego mech ever. Looks amazing, and has great potability. Even knee joints! Thats so important for mechs to me. You can get so many dynamic poses with this thing. Lots of them are ruined by bad articulation.
4. Clay's Rumble Blade
Amazing set. So much to say about it. The design is awesome, I love the way it disassembles. The sword jet is genius. The figures are good. Another great nexo knights set.
5. K2S0
Best theme:
Have to say that my favorite theme this year was nexo knights. I love the anime esque aesthetic, and its so over the top in a good way. The clever weapon inspired shapes of the vehicles is icing on the cake. So many good sets i havent even gotten yet that I still need to get. Jestro's evil mobile would probably be in my top 5 if i had it.
1. Volkswagen Beetle
Absolutley love this thing. Build was phenomenal. Lots of great new parts and colors. Looks amazing, didn't think it could top the mini cooper, but it did. Easily my favorite lego car ever, and my favorite set released year.
2. Joker's Notorious Low Rider
Not exactly sure if this is a 2016 set but it was officially released in november so it counts in my book even if it wasn't in the 2016 catalogs. Everything about this set is amazing. the design of the vehicle, the suspension action figure, and the figures. Harley quinn is fantastic. Another great lego vehicle.
3. King's Mech
Probably my favorite lego mech ever. Looks amazing, and has great potability. Even knee joints! Thats so important for mechs to me. You can get so many dynamic poses with this thing. Lots of them are ruined by bad articulation.
4. Clay's Rumble Blade
Amazing set. So much to say about it. The design is awesome, I love the way it disassembles. The sword jet is genius. The figures are good. Another great nexo knights set.
5. K2S0
Had to put this on my top 5. Has such a brilliant build and a fun action feature. Looks great too even if its not 100% true to the character. Love the design of the hips. My favorite contraction set this year.
Best theme:
Have to say that my favorite theme this year was nexo knights. I love the anime esque aesthetic, and its so over the top in a good way. The clever weapon inspired shapes of the vehicles is icing on the cake. So many good sets i havent even gotten yet that I still need to get. Jestro's evil mobile would probably be in my top 5 if i had it.
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Diggeh
Unconfirmed Member
Shop LEGO pls where's my Arctic Roller
Reluctant-Hero
Member
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Reluctant-Hero
Member
LEGO Batman sets are up too if click on the actual product pages. Still no exclusive Penguin & Scarecrow sets though.
New sets going up
Valentine's set is a good one to start the year off with
https://shop.lego.com/en-US/Romantic-Valentine-Picnic-40236
Valentine's set is a good one to start the year off with
https://shop.lego.com/en-US/Romantic-Valentine-Picnic-40236
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Diggeh
Unconfirmed Member
Need that Scarecrow set too! My Targets were being real sticklers about the Arctic Roller's street date even though a few already sold their stock around here.
Artic Roller.
friskykillface
Banned
do you have infinite money Diggeh?
2017 UCS snowspeeder hype, do it Lego
followed by
Falcon UCS episode 8 version featuring old man Luke
2017 UCS snowspeeder hype, do it Lego
followed by
Falcon UCS episode 8 version featuring old man Luke
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Diggeh
Unconfirmed Member
do you have infinite money Diggeh?
2017 UCS snowspeeder hype, do it Lego
followed by
Falcon UCS episode 8 version featuring old man Luke
I'm everywhere, Frisky! Everywhere.
maybe I do
Sorry if old but I didn't know you could order this yet so it might be a new listing.
You can order the LEGO Batman Movie Excalibur Batman for LEGO Dimensions. It appears to have release day shipping (or nearly so, it says 'arrives on or shortly after')
http://www.target.com/p/warner-bros/-/A-52105103
Yeah, it's Dimensions but the exclusive Batman minifigure is relevant for most of us here I think!
Now, you may also easily be able to just walk into a Target on that day and get one -- but I'm lazy
You can order the LEGO Batman Movie Excalibur Batman for LEGO Dimensions. It appears to have release day shipping (or nearly so, it says 'arrives on or shortly after')
http://www.target.com/p/warner-bros/-/A-52105103
Yeah, it's Dimensions but the exclusive Batman minifigure is relevant for most of us here I think!
Now, you may also easily be able to just walk into a Target on that day and get one -- but I'm lazy
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