While there’s a lot of vehicles out there that say they’re for off-road use, surprisingly few are up to the challenge. And let’s face it, probably half have never even been put into 4WD (if their suburban dwelling owners even know how to put it in 4WD). But this Land Rover by builder Breado’s Bricks looks so ready for the mud and ruts that I don’t think it’s owners have any choice in the matter, they’re taking the scenic route. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

Builder bricks.life.idea has turned the concept of a kiddie ride a bit on it’s head (or it’s bowl-full-of-jelly belly?) Here we see a reindeer enjoying a ride on Santa, while the elves try to keep it all under control. What you don’t see here is the other eight reindeer (assuming Rudolph is going to get in on this action) waiting in line for their turn. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

For the Cyber Monday 2018 LEGO deal of the day, we have the LEGO Friends Sunshine Catamaran (41317) on sale for 30% off. It is now priced at $48.99 and it is the last day to combine the deal with the LEGO Seasonal Christmas Gift Box (40292) promotion. One thing to note is that Amazon has LEGO one-upped as they have the set on sale for $40.99 which is 41% off but you don’t get the VIP points or a chance at the gift set. The post LEGO Friends Sunshine Catamaran (41317) Cyber Monday 2018 Sale appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

If you missed out on getting the yesterday’s daily Black Friday deal on the LEGO Ideas Old Fishing Store (21310) on Shop@Home, Amazon is the place to go now. The set is currently priced at $114.99 which is 23% off the regular price. Unfortunately, you don’t get the freebie set from LEGO but at least you get a discounted set that is still available. Thanks to Bruce for the heads up! The post LEGO Ideas Old Fishing Store (21310) Amazon Sale appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

The LEGO Batman Movie The Ultimate Batmobile (70917) is the next set that is on sale for the daily LEGO Black Friday 2018 weekend promotion. It is 30% off the regular price of $139.99 and is now priced $97.99, while supplies last. Unlike the other two sets that had daily specials for them, this set is not listed as one of the sets that will be retiring soon but I have a feeling it may sell out. Regardless, this set is definitely worth the price as it has a lot of play features with it. The post The LEGO Batman Movie The Ultimate Batmobile (70917) Black Friday 2018 Sale appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Continuing with some 2019 LEGO set images, there are now also ones for the 2019 LEGO Creator sets. Like with Creator sets from previous years, they are also 3-in-1’s which some have some cool alternate builds. Futuristic Flyer (31086) Dune Buggy (31087) Deep Sea Creatures (31088) Sunset Track Racer (31089) Underwater Robot (31090) Shuttle Transporter (31091) Helicopter Adventure (31092) Riverside Houseboat (31093) Race Plane (31094) The post LEGO Creator 2019 Set Images appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

There are now official images of the 2019 LEGO City sets which are also now available for purchase up in Canada. The main subtheme for this wave is fire rescue but there’s also some police sets thrown in as well. There’s even a set that uses a working water pump as well as one that uses a new lights and sounds brick. Sky Police Jet Patrol (60206) Sky Police Drone Chase (60207) Barbecue Burn Out (60212) Dock Side Fire (60213) Burger Bar Fire Rescue (60214) Fire Station (60215) Desert Rally Race (60218) Construction Loader (60219) Garbage Truck (60220) Diving Yacht (60221) Snow Groomer (60222) Harvester Transport (60223) Police Patrol Car (60239) Kayak Adventure (60240) The post LEGO City 2019 Set Images appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

According to Blue Builder this is what’s been on her mind the last couple years, and I think we can all relate to some level. Inside my head is a constant battle and noise of wanting to create, needing to provide, compulsion to make those around me happy and entertained and the need to shut the world out. We all have our demons, our light side and dark side, and finding the balance makes us human. And learning to understand and express those feeling, for instance building something this thought provoking and beautiful, is a wonderful way of exploring them. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

Where Star Trek shines is in how Gene Roddenberry reflected humanity back through the other races: Vulcans and pure logic, the conflict driven Klingons, the military industrial complex of the Romulans, the greed of the Ferengi, the techno hive zombies that are the Borg.  So many good philosophical questions are explored with each race, but I especially enjoy the Borg. Some Borg themes I see are the meaning of individuality, the good of the many vs the few, the cost of war, and the need for hope. Martin Latta captures a Borg vs the Enterprise D encounter in a small vignette. The shape of Federation vessels is challenging to capture at any scale, but he nails the NCC-1701-D and the repetitive use of grille plates, jumpers, and single studs captures the super greebled Borg cube exterior without overdoing it at this scale. Well done, Mr. Latta, set course for Wolf 359...

I will be the first to say that this month is absolutely flying by, which is weird since I vividly remember how slow the time between Halloween and Christmas passed as a child. We’ve seen a load of awesome MOCs for the contest, but we want to see more, so here’s your reminder there’s only one week left. You better get building! Original linkOriginal author: Tommy