We had imagined a lot of possibilities, but I must admit that this brave Darth Maul so silent and so enigmatic in theEpisode I: The Phantom Menace comes back to us with a touch of ... madness. Finished the character all in power and in mystery, here is the new Darth Maul, a little disturbed and tortured who returns in episode 21 (Brothers) of season 4 of the animated series The Clone Wars. 

In episode 22 (Season Finale - Revenge) of season 4, Darth Maul finds more academic legs and a certain agility that will be necessary for him to face who you know ... Of course, there is no question here of revealing to you the plot of these two episodes. (the two episodes were broadcast on March 14, 2012 on W9 as Vincent SW points out in the comments).

I just wanted to point out that Darth Maul is back in service after a little slump before coming back in great shape and with beautiful metal legs made of odds and ends. What to hope for a new minifigure for this character definitely at the center of the Star Wars universe this year.

We can consider that the minifig in a bag distributed during the New York Toy Fair 2012 represents this new Darth Maul. But I think LEGO can do better with a better representation of these new legs that deserve a dedicated mold ...

This is the site thegamershub.net  who publishes these two unpublished shots of the sets 9497 Republic Striker Starfighter et 9500 Sith Fury-Class Interceptor whose release is scheduled for June 2012.

Not much to see, the resolution is too low. In addition, the machines and minifigs are identical to those presented at the last New York Toy Fair 2012.

LEGO has therefore officially announced this new set from the Ultimate Collector Series range. Nothing new that we didn't already know. The price of 179.99 € is officially confirmed.

The Ultimate Collector Series R2-D2 - the best-loved droid in the Star Wars galaxy!

10225 R2-D2 ™ Ages 16+. 2,127 pieces, US $ 179.99, CA $ 229.99, UK £ 149.99, FROM € 179.99, DKK 1499 DKK

Presenting the iconic R2-D2 as you've never seen him before. Everyone's favorite droid from the Star Wars galaxy is now part of the Ultimate Collector Series. The model features fantastic detailing, such as retractable leg, front panels that open to reveal a universal computer interface arm, a circular saw, rotating head and two fold-out front spacecraft linkage control arms. With the included fact plaque and R2-D2 minifigure, this diminutive model is the perfect addition to your LEGO® Star Wars ™ collection.

After a first image of the game, here is the trailer for the LEGO Batman 2 video game which will be released in the summer of 2012.

As usual with the LEGO games developed by TT Games, it smacks of a job well done with a nice atmosphere and foolproof playability ... Roll on the game's release ....

DC Comics publishes a first image from the LEGO Batman 2 game. The file name (LB2_X360_Screen004_Wave2.5.jpg) suggests that this is an in-game capture on XBox 360.

Not enough to make a cheese, we see a Batman ready to take action and a Superman who stares at Red Robin condescendingly ...

We will have to wait to see more ...

In the meantime you can always pre-order the game on your favorite console or on PC:

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes PS3 (49.99 €)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes PS Vita (€39.99)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes XBOX 360 (49.99 €)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes Nintendo Wii (49.99 €)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes Nintendo 3DS (39.99 €)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes Nintendo DS (30.00 €)

LEGO Batman 2 DC Super Heroes PC (30.00 €)