When I heard that there would be a Gift with Purchase released at the same time as the Shuttle Carrier Aircraft, I was very excited for the possibilities. I knew it was highly unlikely, but I hoped for a NASA themed F-104 Chase Plane, or perhaps the Shuttle Training Aircraft, or maybe a LEGO-ized patch like what was done for the Lunar Lander. I was not, however, prepared for the assault of cuteness that I received. It was so cute, it might have just won our Adorabuild last year! Upon opening the shipping box the cuteness of a brick-built baby LEGO spaceman was staring back at me! The build is essentially BrickHeadz-like, but bigger and more in scale with the upscaled figures that have been popular as of late. (You might remember we took a deep dive into all things baby-scale two years ago.) Major Assemblies I really want one in every...

Imagine, for a moment, that it’s 2012… I have been collecting and building LEGO my whole life. However, I've been doing this mostly on my own. My friends still think it’s a bit silly, so I spend my time online to meet like-minded people. Brickshelf is the place to browse through all the wonderful creations that people have built, and Eurobricks is the place to interact with people who were just as silly as I. Opening my browser, I looked at the Eurobricks front page and saw a mention of the Eurobricks Event 2012. This would be a great opportunity to meet people behind the avatars and finally see LEGOLAND in all its glory. So, I signed up and magic ensued. Billund 2012 Let’s fast forrward to 2025. The AFOL community has changed a lot since 2012. I’m not considered silly anymore. LEGO even considers the adult market a priority. The...

One of the ingenious aspects of the LEGO minifigure habitat format is that they are designed to be stacked easily and interchangeably. But what if the act of stacking could be so integrated as to create something new and intentional when those habitats combine? Something unexpected. Something that may not even be recognizable as a habitat stack… and I mean that in a good way! There are many of us in the habitat building community who’ve looked at the habitat format and wondered how we can create something more. Where pushing the boundaries of habitat design is not just about the habitat, but about what a habitat stack can be. We’re embarking on a whirlwind tour of creative, integrated habitat stacking approaches to inspire, surprise, and hopefully open your mind to new possibilities of habitat design—starting from simpler integrations to the more radical and unexpected. Right now, we near my favorite...

Pantheon 124 AD by CUBETTARO is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 4,983 piece build features a faithful architectural recreation of the Pantheon as it appeared in 124 AD. The project joins The Fortress of Bellinzona, Jumping Spiders, Planet Express Headquarters, and Modular Medieval Village as the ones to reach the Second 2025 Review Stage. The post LEGO Ideas Pantheon 124 AD Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

They say a picture is worth a thousand words—and when it comes to photography, I’ve found that to be absolutely true. LEGO photographers, in particular, have a remarkable ability to tell rich, imaginative stories through minifigs. Their work often gives us a charming glimpse into a world in miniature, where minifigures live out full, expressive lives. One artist who does this beautifully is Ryo Tomita, known as @rennerbricks on Instagram and YouTube, a 26-year-old photographer from Japan. I met Ryo at the Japan Brick Festival in 2018. His images capture minifigures in everyday moments—walking, working, relaxing—as if they’re part of a bustling, brick-built world. Each photo feels like a snapshot from a much larger story, filled with detail, warmth, and quiet humor. I recently had the chance to chat with Ryo about his creative process, the inspiration behind his LEGO scenes, and what life looks like from behind his lens. Inez:...

The fan vote for the LEGO Ideas A Twist of Nostalgia is now live and you can choose what you want as a future gift with purchase set. There are 13 finalists out of 750 entries and only one will become your next GWP. As of this post, there are 9 days left to vote and it will end on May 21 with the winner being announced on May 28. Bouncy Yellow Castle by Brickcar13 Paradisa Sidewalk Cafe 6402 by GenericBrix The Elven Kingdom by ERXbrix M:Tron Pulsar Charging Station by BrikkeLasse Fabuland is our Wonderland by Captain Magenta Sea Serpent by HallowedBrick02 Adventurers Raft Featuring Jenny Thunder by BrickG.irl Power Miners: Super Mine Mech by LssjChloe Granite Grinder Mech by BallisticBricks This Here Ol’ Chest o’ Booty by Danolardo Pizza to Go…Or Stay by Woligan Paradisa Seaside Cabana by BiggestWilySpyclops Christmas Never Gets Old by Jagamax The post LEGO Ideas...

LEGO has officially revealed a new LEGO Marvel The Fantastic Four: First Steps set with the Fantastic Four vs. Galactus Construction Figure (76316). Releasing on June 1, the set has 427 pieces and will retail for $59.99. The set features a a construction figure of Galactus along with minifigures of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and the Thing. This is one time that a construction figure feels appropriate. Fans of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps can recreate the movie’s action with LEGO® ǀ Marvel Fantastic Four vs. Galactus Construction Figure (76316), the first ever LEGO Fantastic Four set! This impressive gift for boys and girls aged 9 plus is a build-and-play LEGO ǀ Marvel set for kids who love Super Hero adventures. The buildable LEGO ǀ Marvel Fantastic Four toy includes 4 minifigures: Mr. Fantastic, featuring extendable legs; Human Torch, with 2 hand blasters and flame elements attached...

Yesterday LEGO revealed the LEGO Super Mario: Mario Kart Spiny Shell (40787) with no details but we can now confirm that it will be an Insiders Reward. Starting on May 15, the 234 piece set will cost 2,500 LEGO Insiders Points to redeem a code to use at checkout. It is noted that will won’t be available right at midnight and will probably go live about 30 minutes after. 40787 -Mario Kart – Spiny ShellWill be available to LEGO insiders members to redeem from the 15th of May on www.lego.com/reward/nu9wibyh3c for 2,500 LEGO Insiders Points; Members can enhance their LEGO® Super Mario: Mario Kart collection with the Spiny Shell! Known by fans as the ‘blue shell,’ it’s one of the most powerful items in the Mario Kart series. This member exclusive collectible model measures over 4 in. (10 cm) high, 4 in. (10 cm) wide and 4 in. (10 cm) deep...

Modular Medieval Village by Albrick is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. The 2,871 piece build features a village consisting of fully furnished buildings that you can change around to your heart’s content. The project joins The Fortress of Bellinzona, Jumping Spiders, and Planet Express Headquarters as the ones to reach the Second 2025 Review Stage. The post LEGO Ideas Modular Medieval Village Achieves 10,000 Supporters appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

LEGO has revealed a new LEGO Super Mario – Mario Kart set with the Spiny Shell (40787). Also known as the blue shell, it is probably the most well known item in Mario Kart and probably the most revered. It has 234 pieces and is reported to be a future gift with purchase set. There’s no details yet on the release date or price requirements but one can assume it could be related to the upcoming release of the Mario Kart – Mario & Standard Kart (72037). Update: It has been confirmed that it will be a LEGO Insiders Reward item that you will be able to redeem.… Continue The post LEGO Super Mario – Mario Kart Spiny Shell (40787) Revealed appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran