Finally, we are entitled to Battle Packs mixing two enemy factions. I know many of you are disappointed with this change in content from LEGO in these affordable sets that allow you to build up a few armies without leaving a kidney there.
But I think the manufacturer's decision is the right one. Say goodbye to the frustration for children of having only one side and having to wait for the other, explaining to parents that both sets are needed to be able to have a little fun.
The playability is limited, but immediate and it is priceless to bring back to the LEGO world the AFOLs lost on other passions, or to allow the youngest to discover the world of minifigs in the best conditions.
With these new images, I think the 9489 Endor Rebel Trooper & Imperial Trooper Battle Pack is really cool: Endor rebels in a Battle Pack? A brilliant idea that should make this set one of the best-sellers of 2012. One small drawback: LEGO really needs to produce real trees like on Endor one day and stop selling us these shapeless things.
Regarding the 9488 Elite Clone Trooper & Commando Droid Battle Pack , die-hard fans of the Original Trilogy might not be convinced by these Clone Wars-themed minifigures. Children who watch the animated series will likely be more enthusiastic. Personally, I appreciate that these minifigures are new and highly detailed. However, the blasters could use an update.
