15/06/2013 - 10:28 LEGO Ideas

21104 Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity Rover

The results of the review phase launched in autumn 2012 (See this infographic) including three Cuusoo projects (Mars Curisosity Rover, Thinking with Portals et UCS Sandcrawler) which had reached 10.000 supporters have just fallen: The explorer robot sent to Mars has been selected and the next set will be marketed under the reference 21104 Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity Rover.

NASA agrees, the project presented falls within the framework of the values ​​defended by LEGO ("... inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow ...") and the educational interest for this type of set has been taken into account. The final product should be very close to the version presented by Perijove in his project. Public price and availability will be communicated later.

For its part, the project UCS Sandcrawler definitely goes by the wayside with as justification, I quote: "... Unfortunately we can't approve this project in the LEGO Review based on our ongoing relationship and collaboration with Lucasfilm on LEGO Star War ... "

This gives us a precise idea of ​​the fate of all the Cuusoo projects based on the Star Wars license ...

Project Thinking with Portals stay on probation. A decision will be taken shortly about it by the team in charge of studying the projects.

You can read the full press release posted on the LEGO Cuusoo blog at this address.

Below, the presentation of the results in video by Tim Courtney.

15/06/2013 - 10:01 Lego news

Iron Patriot is a hot figure right now, no doubt about it. Between the various and varied customs of more or less good quality (See the version of minifigs4u) that flourish on flickr and the official version of LEGO (Polybag with the reference 30168) that it will no doubt be difficult to obtain at a reasonable price (See this article), Christo comes to offer his interpretation of the armor in US colors with a beautiful custom.

The level of detail seems exceptional with a very elaborate design on the torso and arms of the minifigure. I immediately go to contact him to ask him the price of this little gem. I already know it's going to hurt the wallet, but I can't ignore this character ...

The minifig is for sale in the Christo eBay store at this address.

Custom Iron Patriot by Christo

15/06/2013 - 08:53 Lego news

10234 Sydney Opera House

Below are the official images followed by the press release and the presentation video of the 10234 Sydney Opera House set (LEGO Creator Expert Range) unveiled at the Brickworld convention.

Official release scheduled for September 2013 on the LEGO Shop at a price of 299.99 € for France.

10234 Sydney Opera House 10234 Sydney Opera House
10234 Sydney Opera House 10234 Sydney Opera House

Ages 16+. 2,989 pieces.

Recreate Australia's architecture masterpiece!

US $ 319.99 CA $ 379.99 FROM 279.99 € UK 249.99 £ DK 2499.00 DKK

Recreate one of the 20th century's most distinctive buildings with the Sydney Opera House model Build the unmistakable shell roofline, waterfont forecourt and more with this authentic representation of Australia's most iconic building. Employ a variety of new and advanced building techniques to recreate the complex forms, angled walls and subtle detailing of the real thing! Collect lots of dark tan LEGO® bricks including the rare 1x1x2 / 3 stud and 1x2x2 / 3 stud slopes, as well as a 48x48 stud baseplate in blue for the very first time!

  • Build this model of a UNESCO World Heritage Site!
  • Includes hard-to-find dark tan LEGO® bricks, tiles and sloped bricks!
  • Collect the 48x48 stud baseplate, available in blue for the very first time
  • Sturdy construction allows the model be handled and moved!
  • Features advanced building techniques for complex forms, angled walls and subtle detailing!
  • Measures over 11 "high, 25" wide and 15 "deep
  • Available for sale directly through LEGO® beginning September 2013 via shop.LEGO.com, LEGO® Stores or via phone.

14/06/2013 - 14:36 MOCs

LEGO Man of Steel (Funko POP!) By Bruce Lowell

This is not the first time that Bruce lowell reproduces a figurine from the POP! produced by the toy maker Funko: he had already proposed a very successful Batman at the end of 2012.

New creation uploaded today on his flickr gallery with this Superman in Man of Steel version just as successful as his acolyte in the DC universe.  

You will also find the more classic version of Superman with his impeccable hairstyle and red briefs. at this address.

14/06/2013 - 12:01 Lego news

On the occasion of the release on June 19 of the highly anticipated Man of Steel directed by Zack Snyder with in the title role Henry Cavill and Russel Crowe in the costume of Jor-El, GRogall is sending me the version right now. LEGO from one of the visuals from the film that toured the planet.

At this point, I cannot confirm that this poster will be available in print during an upcoming promotion, but my little finger tells me that it will ...

Lego man of steel poster