It's still empty apart from the three images that scroll in a loop, but LEGO announces the color with the upload ofa dedicated mini-site : Legends of Chima will be entitled to high-end marketing packaging, as is the case with many LEGO ranges.

And it would be better if someone explains to us what it's all about, because with the announced sets (grouped below), I have trouble for the moment to visualize where LEGO wants to take us ... have understood that Speedorz are a species of vehicle that will have to be propelled with launchers similar to those of spinning tops, but I still have not understood why wolves, eagles, crocodiles and cats move with devices that they also look like animals.

I'm probably exaggerating a bit, but I'm looking forward to the cartoon that should be released on Cartoon Network in 2013 and which will tell us how we get there. This new range would almost make me regret the imminent disappearance of ninja fighter pilots ...

 (Click on the image to access the photo gallery)

Back to the moment of Festi'Briques 2012 where I spent part of the day. Nice atmosphere, it circulates well around the tables, exhibitors available and answering all questions from visitors, welcoming volunteers, I do not regret my 5 hours on the road, a good part of which is in the snow. 

The 1000 m2 gymnasium that hosts the event is well occupied and there is a lot to see. I was able to find Domino 39 and R5-N2 who came to present their MOCs, the Rochefort station for Domino 39 and Vader's barge for R5-N2, also seen at Fana'Briques this year. Friendly and relaxed meal in the company of Daftren, who came as a visitor, his young brother-in-law who is also passionate about LEGO and R5-N2.

Lots of MOCs presented, with superb achievements especially on the Cars or City themes, with a pinch of superheroes in the heart of the city to stick to the main theme, cinema. The team Bionifigs was present in force and offered a few creations including one on the Transformers theme which reconciles me a little with the Bionicle / Hero Factory theme. 

Large crowds also around the Technic stand on which were gathered all the official sets released between 1977 and 1990 surrounded by some nice MOCs. 

Many amazed children there, accompanied by their parents who clearly understand that we can do very beautiful things with LEGO. An observation in view of the reactions of the children: It must move or that it flashes to attract their attention. A running train, a helicopter with the rotor in action or a few light diodes are enough to attract them to an MOC.

As for the Star Wars range, a Hoth diorama, a battle of Endor where the Gungans (undoubtedly from Naboo, history of a change of air) come to lend a hand to the Ewoks and some UCS on display, including the most recent, the 10227 B-Wing set.

A dedicated space allows children to play with DUPLOs made available to them, the older ones can discover some LEGO board games including the famous 853373 LEGO® Kingdoms Chess Set.

If you are in the area, you can go and discover it all tomorrow Sunday at Châtenoy-le-Royal (8, Avenue Georges Brassens - Gymnase Alain Colas).

Otherwise, you can have a preview of the event with the photo gallery that I have posted for you on this page. 

Small precision about the diorama representing the Deep of Helm: It was apparently not planned to present it like this, but JeanG, the president of Festi'Briques confirmed to me that the 3000 Orcs envisaged could not be obtained , they were to form an imposing army in front of the walls and the soldiers in black who are here present outside the fortress were originally to ensure its defense.

The association's website is at this address.

It's confirmed : The Empire Strikes Out becomes with us Bulk Empire and will be broadcast on France 3 as part of the LUDO youth program on Friday, November 2 at around 10:10 a.m. just after the (re) broadcast of The Padawan Threat (9:45 p.m.).

We won't have had to wait long to get a French version of this animated short film, the action of which begins just after the Death Star explosion. Hopefully the humor present in the dialogues of the original version is also present in the French version.

Just like The Padawan Threat, The Empire Strikes Out should be released later on DVD / Blu-ray, with why not, an exclusive minifigure ... 

(thank you to Galaad for his confirmation in the comments and to Durge Bu on facebook) 

It is a tradition now well known to AFOLs: Each country has its own AFOL Shopping Days. For those who do not know this name, the principle is simple: The LEGO store in question offers a reduction at AFOLs for a few hours throughout the store.

On Saturday 10 November 2012 from 8:30 am to 10:00 am, French AFOLs will be able to benefit from a 15% reduction on all products offered at the LEGO Store of the SO OUEST shopping center in Levallois-Perret (With the exception of products already on promotion, books and gift cards). The purchase of exclusive sets is however limited to 5 per customer.  

No particular condition to benefit from this promotion, it is enough to be an AFOL (therefore an adult) or to claim to be such. No card to present or invitation to beg. 

FNAC offers a promotional operation valid for all customers from October 22 to November 20, 2012 and exclusively for members from November 21 to December 3, 2012, with € 10 offered in discount vouchers to be used on future purchases per € 50 purchase on games and toys.

Your discount coupons will be sent to you by email within 8 days after your order has been shipped.

"... For any purchase made on the toy games family in stores and on fnac.com with the entry of the NOELKIDS advantage code (products sold and shipped by fnac.com), benefit from a reduction voucher of € 10 every 50 € of purchases.
Discount coupons are valid until January 31, 2013 and are to be used for any purchase of one or more product (s) for a minimum total amount equivalent to the value of the coupon (except purchase of books, marketplace, ticketing, fnacmusic cards, gift cards, fnac.com gift vouchers, downloads, photo prints, telephone subscriptions, travel, postage and services ... "