13/02/2011 - 20:07 Lego news
7957 dathomir speederWe will quickly forget this set, which apart from the minfigis of Savage Opress and Asajj Ventress does not deserve our attention.

Opinions are divided on the presence of stickers or screen-printed parts.

We would almost come to hope for stickers, to be able to use the parts for something else .....

This speeder is just ridiculous and shapeless, and one wonders what Anakin is doing there.

We will wait until LEGO the balance on the shop to get it, before they are withdrawn, undoubtedly under the effect of the shame of having produced such a bad set. 
LEGO is definitely resting on its laurels and showing a lack of creativity. In this set, the vehicle is only a pretext to accompany the minifigs.
For comparison, I put below a view of the vehicle as seen in the series, we are far from this catastrophic interpretation by LEGO .....
Nightsister Speeder Monster
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13/02/2011 - 20:01 Lego news
7959 geonosian starfighterIn short, not much to say about this set, the ship does not deserve our attention, the set 4478 (Geonosian Fighter) was doing largely as well if not better.
Even if overall, the design of the ship is respected, there is nothing really attractive, it lacks finishing elements to make it a credible product.
Side minifigs, Ki-Adi-Mundi, Commander Cody and the Geonosian are nice.
Here is an artwork of this ship, for you to judge ...
NTDS
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13/02/2011 - 19:54 Lego news
7961 darth mauls sith infiltratorThis third version of this ship is definitely still not the right one. The more we advance, the less we recognize this machine.

The and 7663 (Sith Infiltrator) was much more successful and respected the general shape of the machine. On this one we have a return to the classic parts for the wings, but the cockpit is oddly designed.

In short, we will pass on the machine, to feast on the minifigs delivered with.

Captain Panaka and Darth Maul are sublime, Qui Gon Jinn is ordinary but this new version remains consistent with the current range in its cartoon side.
Padme is a total failure, his face, his outfit and his hair are just a failure (looks like a minifig from the 90s).

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13/02/2011 - 19:48 Lego news
7962 anakins and sebulbas podracersThere, I must say that I am pleasantly surprised. This set largely satisfies me and from all points of view: the two podracers are very successful, well brought up to date with beautiful colors and the use of transparent pieces which give them a little lightness.

Each pod is highlighted by a base much more discreet than what we had known until now.

The minifigs are the best of this batch of sets, Sebulba and Watto finally look alike and Anakin gets a double-sided face and a new helmet. 
Wald and Obi-Wan are no surprises, but welcome to this set.
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13/02/2011 - 19:33 Lego news
7964 republic frigateThis set, although very close to the 7665 Republic Cruiser set, seems successful to me.

The same principle as for its predecessor was used regarding access to interior space.

We have cannons everywhere, big reactors, well-finished antennas and a cockpit that looks nice.

What more could you ask for a Star Wars set ....

But again, what are these Tan parts doing on this ship?
 
Anyway, luckily the minigifs of Eeth Koth and Quinlan Vos are attractive, Commander Wolffe and the Clone Trooper are my favorites. Another Yoda is starting to get a lot going, but the character is central in both the original films and the animated series, hard to avoid.
 
At first glance, the stickers are confirmed, but hey we are not going to be too difficult and be satisfied with what we have.
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