PalaceBrother
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I haven't explored this theme much. Apparently this was the first? It's gorgeous! Does anybody here have it?
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I haven't explored this theme much. Apparently this was the first? It's gorgeous! Does anybody here have it?
MiniBossman
Member
Ended up getting Olivia's House for my daughter. I'll just save it for her birthday. I also got the Lex Luthor Power Armor for myself.
I haven't explored this theme much. Apparently this was the first? It's gorgeous! Does anybody here have it?
Wow I've never seen that one. Super cool looking.
SiegfriedFM
Member
That house has no interior at all, not even floors. But it looks really good and it's kind of a precursor to the modular houses.
Brickset has an article on Chinese clone brands. Most of the clone brands are rubbish, but it seems like Star Diamond makes some great brick sets. I wonder if they stole LEGO molds and formula recipes.
http://brickset.com/news/article/?ID=7722
http://www.1000steine.com/brickset/miscellaneous/clonebrands.pdf
I'm gonna go purchase one of their military tanks on eBay and report back.
http://brickset.com/news/article/?ID=7722
http://www.1000steine.com/brickset/miscellaneous/clonebrands.pdf
I'm gonna go purchase one of their military tanks on eBay and report back.
PalaceBrother
Member
How old is your daughter? My eldest built that set when she turned 6 and loved it, but it was a bit beyond her. This past summer she built the riding school for her 7th birthday and only needed help with the stickers.
Good choice with both sets. Olivia's House gives you the coveted "Dad", and the Lex set just plain rocks.
MiniBossman
Member
Well we might be hanging on to the Olivia set one more year. She's just 3 so if a 6 year old found it a bit challenging.... On the plus side it will be a project that will definitely need Dad's help.
anonymous_abc
Member
I haven't explored this theme much. Apparently this was the first? It's gorgeous! Does anybody here have it?
yup, I have that, its very nice
mind you it's very unstable, especially compared to the others.PolyphonicBoy
Neo Member
Some more updates for the display...
As requested, Doc Brown hanging from the wire of the town hall.
Look's great! :-D
The Blues Brothers Car, I am going to buy some of those little gold star stickers to stick on the door of the police car for added effect. Inspired by someone elses creation I saw online.
Got any of these guys?
Auron_Kale
Member
Sherlock LEGO
Sherlock LEGO set has reached it's goal (can't really post as I'm on my phone). Now the wait begins but I'll bet that it'll come out before season 3 premieres at this rate lol.
Sherlock LEGO set has reached it's goal (can't really post as I'm on my phone). Now the wait begins but I'll bet that it'll come out before season 3 premieres at this rate lol.
Crazy fast to 10k. Don't realize it was even put up.
I don't have a Doc Oc unfortunately
Nope, that's not me
Look's great! :-D
Got any of these guys?
No but I plan on picking a couple of, not sure what to do about the heads though as all the other heads in my scene will be flesh.
I'll put money on it not passing review
RelentlessRolento
Member
So is the BOGO 50% off at TRU worth it this week? Any standouts?
Auron_Kale
Member
Probably but at the same time, it'd be a lot of fun if it does pass. Recreating "The Great Game" would be awesome.
RelentlessRolento
Member
actually thinking about it now... I'll probably grab a few chima sets at Target i've been eyeing
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Perhaps the exclusive Jedi Defender and something else. It is also a good time to stock up on mini figures.
NorrenRadd
Member
Don't forget to use the $10 gift card coupon. I just used it with Monster Truck Transporter and Race Car Transporter. Came out to about $55 with tax.
http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/media/trus/IN092213A_cpn.pdf
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Whoa. Local BN just got a huge influx of sets. They even had three of the Master Builder Academy sets (Robot, Action, and Space). All were MSRP, so if you have a membership and coupons, you can get them for cheap.
They also had series 11 figures, but had the most ridiculous mark up on earth: $4.95 per figure. LOL. At least most of their regular sets are MSRP or only a buck or so more.
They also had series 11 figures, but had the most ridiculous mark up on earth: $4.95 per figure. LOL. At least most of their regular sets are MSRP or only a buck or so more.
RelentlessRolento
Member
thanks for the input guys
swung by Target and picked up Crawley's Claw Ripper (been trying to get Crawley for a while since I need a regular Croc head for a MOC I have planned later) that I just put together and it's pretty neat how it works even If I'm not a huge Chima fan.
also picked up the Chi Cragger Ultrabuild set... Anyone else here into Ultrabuild style sets? I like them, but that's coming from a huge OG Bionicle fan. I really dislike most Hero Factory sets though.
swung by Target and picked up Crawley's Claw Ripper (been trying to get Crawley for a while since I need a regular Croc head for a MOC I have planned later) that I just put together and it's pretty neat how it works even If I'm not a huge Chima fan.
also picked up the Chi Cragger Ultrabuild set... Anyone else here into Ultrabuild style sets? I like them, but that's coming from a huge OG Bionicle fan. I really dislike most Hero Factory sets though.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Haunted House
Tower Bridge
Reluctant-Hero
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NorrenRadd
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PhoncipleBone
Banned
This too
My son just told me he doesn't want his lego any more.. Also we are using the space under his bunk bed for a modular street layout and he wants that space back.
Luckily I have most of the boxes, so I think step 1 would be to break down the modulars into their boxes and put them back into the loft for a while, and try not to sell them if possible. Although part of me thinks it could be good to have a clear out, and maybe just keep my larger SW and creator 10xxx sets like the VW and tower bridge.
There are a ton of misc bricks from other sets too (like that family house posted above) but I may not have the boxes for all of those
Some hard thinking coming up. I remember my dad giving our lego away to family when I was a teenager, so when we had kids there was nothing to pass on - I'd be nice to keep some. But then again some of the sets would probably make their money back which could be used for other things.
Luckily I have most of the boxes, so I think step 1 would be to break down the modulars into their boxes and put them back into the loft for a while, and try not to sell them if possible. Although part of me thinks it could be good to have a clear out, and maybe just keep my larger SW and creator 10xxx sets like the VW and tower bridge.
There are a ton of misc bricks from other sets too (like that family house posted above) but I may not have the boxes for all of those
Some hard thinking coming up. I remember my dad giving our lego away to family when I was a teenager, so when we had kids there was nothing to pass on - I'd be nice to keep some. But then again some of the sets would probably make their money back which could be used for other things.
BentBricks
Member
A couple of new additions for the display...
Based on the design of the A-Team Van I modified it to make it look more like a combie turtle wagon
Another blatant rip off of someone else's design, I had to modify a few things though as I didn't have enough of the correct pieces, I think the tail worked out better IMO though.
Keeps on getting better.
Hey folks. I've been lurking on NeoGAF for years, especially the LEGO threads. Finally got a login sorted out, and thought it was about time I showed some of my collection.
So first of all, here's my Batcave. Based on the most recent kit, but added a bit too it. Wetwired will recognise the Tumbler! Thanks so much for posting the instructions online man.
Here's a dodgy cameraphone pic taken today. Shows a few more figures/additions...
Welcome to the LEGO enablers thread. I like the expansion of the Batcave set. That Batwing needs to get out some more. It's accumulating a lot of dust in the Batcave.
I built Kingdoms Joust today. Such a nice set. Also tons of opportunity for expansion. Right now I'm gonna pour every yellow-faced fantasy-themed figure into it, but when it gets a permanent place in the collection I'll remodel the towers to be less fairytale pointy and change the heraldry to Gondor
That is a great looking set. If you get 2, you can make an alternative larger build.
It almost feels like a clearance. Some really good deals.
It's ok, I have pink brinks also and I'm a guy with no daughters.
Some more updates for the display...
The Blues Brothers Car, I am going to buy some of those little gold star stickers to stick on the door of the police car for added effect. Inspired by someone elses creation I saw online.
As requested, Doc Brown hanging from the wire of the town hall
I'm interested to see if people immediately know who this guy is supposed to be...
Also I didn't bother taking a photo but I managed to scrounge enough pieces to make another Xenomorph, I think I might tuck them away somewhere surrounding some of the CMF Hazmat guys.
...and better. Terminator! Love all the cameos and little touches.
Good pick.
Careful walking the dark path. I dabble in "clone" bricks as well. Mostly for the novelty, curiosity, and stuff LEGO doesn't do.
That came out of nowhere. Great looking vignette, but unlikely to be made.
I still see that silly Apple store project sitting at the #5 slot. It's not moving up or down. Just sits there taunting and irritating me.
Sorry to hear that.
He's unemployed. Those are super pricey. But I agree with Haunted House if manageable. I have it, but haven't built it. It just looks awesome and seems like a fun build.
What happens when he comes out of his dark ages?
Jables Swan
Member
Some more updates for the display...
The Blues Brothers Car, I am going to buy some of those little gold star stickers to stick on the door of the police car for added effect. Inspired by someone elses creation I saw online.
As a huge Blues Brothers fan I am in love with this. I would buy the shit out of this. Love your work mate.
To be honest I'm not really a fan myself, I think I watched it once yeeeaaars ago, I really should revisit it.
It's not that I didn't like it, I just don't remember much of it. But I thought it'd fit perfectlywith the 80s theme
BentBricks
Member
The first minifig of the new 2014 Ninjago has leaked to eBay:
General Cryptor
The cartoon series will be returning for at least an 8 episode run. Will that be enough to put Ninjago back on top again, or did LEGO's abrupt "end" to the theme last year kill off its momentum?
I think the momentum was lost, but that minifig is so cool I think Ninjago will do just fine. Just not as high as it was before.
EDIT: I've bought stuff from that seller. Credible seller, but his/her source of minifigs is highly suspect. I'm surprised LEGO hasn't shut him/her down. It's obvious that person has connections with someone on the inside. Seller has tons of Iron Patriots and sells stuff before they are released.
RelentlessRolento
Member
The first minifig of the new 2014 Ninjago has leaked to eBay:
General Cryptor
The cartoon series will be returning for at least an 8 episode run. Will that be enough to put Ninjago back on top again, or did LEGO's abrupt "end" to the theme last year kill off its momentum?
Really liking that neck piece... Might be good for some Fist of the North Star stuff.
Reluctant-Hero
Member
It looks like Amazon is quietly matching the Target 20% off sale. Case in point, the Batmobile 6864 went from $47 to $37 today. A lot of other Super Hero sets (i.e Iron Man 3) are discounted as well.
There's like 8 Super Heroes sets that Amazon has pricematched. I listed all of them here:
http://www.neoape.com/lego-super-heroes-sale-at-amazon/
Calm Killer
In all media, only true fans who consume every book, film, game, or pog collection deserve to know what's going on.
Don't know if we are getting the house now. Appraiser screwed us over. Haven't built any LEGO in 3 months waiting to move. Thinking about breaking out all the Monster Fighters sets to make me feel better......
PalaceBrother
Member
Oh how frustrating-I am sorry to her it. Did the appraiser misrepresent the value of a property you are selling, or the one you are trying to buy?
Stay strong with those MF sets as long as you can!
PhoncipleBone
Banned
WTF? Sorry to hear that. But seriously, WTF?
Reluctant-Hero
Member
Damn, sorry man. Hang in there.
Ohhhh crap. I do not need this temptation right now for what I recently bought. That Daily Bugle for $40 though...oh...ummm...eeep. That Black Zero Escape for $13 also, losing control.
That really sucks dude. The monster fighters sets will definitely bring a smile to your face though. And collect all the extra pieces, find the appraisers house and lay a booby trap of lego on the floor for them to step on. Muahahaha, evilllll.
BentBricks
Member
With all these deep price slashes on relatively new sets, I have to wonder.
Has LEGO hit the brick wall?
Is the plastic bubble deflating/bursting?
With all the themes and sets coming out at a dizzy pace, it wouldn't surprise me. Add on top of that, all the "clone" brands nipping at LEGO's heels. Mega Bloks is churning out the licensed sets. Kre-o is expanding the themes and licenses as well.
There is only so much shelf space and money.
PalaceBrother
Member
I'd be really curious to see how well the DC sets have fared, sales wise. Aside from the biggest one (Arkham) and the smallest one (Catwoman) the sets all seem really uninspired. Actually now that I type it out the Marvel ones aren't much better.
I have to think that Galaxy Squad is seriously under performing as well. I never see the stock thinning out like I do with more popular themes.
Ok so I finally got my new phone working and have taken my first Lego pictures. Hopefully they look a little better then my Vita pics.
First up is my new shelves I put up to display some sets. I was gonna mix it up but decided to just put up LoTR sets.
Orthanc in the hizzy!
Love that Elrond set and Bag End. Seriously two of my favorite LoTR/Hobbit sets
Bigger picture of one wall including Mines of Moria. I will be taking Moria down shortly to pilfer for my Halloween scene. Will probably stick Malibu Mansion up there.
Ok now for my "I went completely nutso and spent money I shouldn't have last week" haul pic.
Ok love the pumpkin, definitely putting a light up brick in it. REALLY disappointed in the CMF I got, seriously. I wanted like half of the figs in this wave and out of 7 bags got a big fat 0 of the ones I wanted. 3 Rock Climbers, 2 female robots, one Police guy and one Female scientist. It's the triple rock climbers that made me most mad. Would have been better of just buying the figs I wanted in the first place. Oh well, you win some you lose some. The robot and scientist lady are kind of cool.
edit: HAHA, just noticed the last pic totally cut out the Arkham Asylum box behind Dynamic Duo. Oh well, thats Asylum behind all that, will take pics of the actual set when i'm done with it, probably this weekend some time.
First up is my new shelves I put up to display some sets. I was gonna mix it up but decided to just put up LoTR sets.
Orthanc in the hizzy!
Love that Elrond set and Bag End. Seriously two of my favorite LoTR/Hobbit sets
Bigger picture of one wall including Mines of Moria. I will be taking Moria down shortly to pilfer for my Halloween scene. Will probably stick Malibu Mansion up there.
Ok now for my "I went completely nutso and spent money I shouldn't have last week" haul pic.
Ok love the pumpkin, definitely putting a light up brick in it. REALLY disappointed in the CMF I got, seriously. I wanted like half of the figs in this wave and out of 7 bags got a big fat 0 of the ones I wanted. 3 Rock Climbers, 2 female robots, one Police guy and one Female scientist. It's the triple rock climbers that made me most mad. Would have been better of just buying the figs I wanted in the first place. Oh well, you win some you lose some. The robot and scientist lady are kind of cool.
edit: HAHA, just noticed the last pic totally cut out the Arkham Asylum box behind Dynamic Duo. Oh well, thats Asylum behind all that, will take pics of the actual set when i'm done with it, probably this weekend some time.
Reluctant-Hero
Member
I don't think they've hit the wall. Their sets are always discounted as are toys in general. Especially with super movie blockbuster toys (superman, iron man, etc), retailers want them out of their inventory for the incoming holiday wave of toys.
