Last week, we reported that BrickLink would be stopping operations in 35 countries around the world. The reason given was that they didn’t have the resources to support Marketplace operations in those area at the same level as other countries and would end on December 12. This announcement angered and saddened many LEGO fans in the affected countries because BrickLink may be the only way to get LEGO or it was their livelihood. Head of BrickLink, Steven Lee, has issued an apology statement regarding the announcement. They basically apologized that BrickLink didn’t allow enough time to the affected countries enough notice so instead of closing on December 12, they just pushed it back to January 31, 2026. They are also removing fees from November, December, and January. The apology letter didn’t really explain why they don’t have the resources to support those countries. They letter was just long-winded without explaining and...

LEGO has reveal a new wave of LEGO Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends 2026 sets. The sets are based on the Water-Webs storyline where Team Spidey receives new water-themed powers and pirate suits. The sets will be available starting on January 1. Spidey on his Motorcycle vs. Rhino (11206) – 61 pieces/$9.99 Spidey: Underwater Vehicles (11207) – 154 pieces/$34.99 Team Spidey Pirate Ship (11208) – 201 pieces/$49.99 The post LEGO Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends 2026 Sets Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

November brought no shortage of great LEGO content from around the globe! Here at BrickNerd, we started the month by announcing our annual Nerdvember contest, looked at building convincing characters, built some custom screen models for the Nintendo Game Boy, We looked at customization of the impressive new aquarium, took a look at some classic LEGO minifigures due for a comeback, looked at what went into creating a fleet of American Airlines models, and heard from a talented Japanesse LEGO artist whose creations have taken him all the way to the LEGO House masterpiece gallery! We also took a look at the undeniably adorable space babies, provided instructions to build a miniature Vic Viper, then went to the other end of the size spectrum and saw what went into building a massive space station. We discovered a castle worthy of the Wizard and Emerald City, took a look at whether 3D...

We’ve heard from lots of you that you want to take Nerdly with you when you are actually on vacation for the holidays and New Year’s—so we’re extending the deadline to January 4th. This gives everyone a little more time to enjoy your travels, snap those photos while you are on vacation, and submit your entries. Pack Your Bags Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Nerdvember is your ticket to unwind, recharge, and do something fun! And there are TWO ways to win: 1 - Take A Photo of Nerdly on Vacation Take a photograph of our unaltered red mascot Nerdly on vacation! (Here are basic instructions as a PDF download.) Put Nerdly in an exciting or unexpected place in real life. Where can Nerdly go? The top of a mountain? On a safari? Bowling? On a beach? Local park? Take an epic picture of Nerdly surfing, snorkeling,...

Our favorite holiday tradition is opening all six LEGO Advent Calendars, one day at a time, with you, our readers! Along with spoiler pics of the daily gifts, we include commentary and alternate builds to celebrate the season and creativity. We have an all-star cast of custom minifig creators leading our Advent adventure this year. Fool’s Figures is wizarding his way through Harry Potter and Frozen calendars. ExpansionBricks is launching Star Wars and Friends. And beyondb0nes is digging into Minecraft and City. Now let’s open some doors and see what gifts are in store for today! Fools: Buckbeak the Hippogriff is instantly recognizable here! It’s just a shame that a minifigure can’t sit on his back. Bones: I agree with Fools, it’s a very simple build, yet instantly recognizable. But where’s his little snacking ferret? Expansion: Buckbeak is super recognisable. The blockiness almost makes him look like he’s turned to stone....