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LEGO Brand Stores Extend Closure Until April 12

March 28, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

Last week, I reported that LEGO made the decision to close all LEGO Brand Stores around the world and yesterday LEGO gave an update on the situation. To protect everyone, they have announced that the LEGO Stores will remain closed until April 12 and possibly longer depending on local government guidance. This means the April set releases including the LEGO Ideas Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) will be an exclusive online item until stores open up again. Delivery times may be impacted slightly during this time.

To continue to protect the health of our communities, the LEGO® Brand Retail stores we own and operate will remain temporarily closed until at least April 12, possibly longer depending on government guidance. In locations where government restrictions aren’t currently in place, selected LEGO stores owned and operated by our partners will remain open. Those stores are taking all the necessary precautions and monitoring the situation closely.

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LEGO Masters Episode 8 Recap – Good vs. Evil

March 26, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

We’re down to the final few episodes of LEGO Masters and for this week, we’re doing Good vs. Evil. The final four teams will have to build a super hero themed build. They will choose from 16 different minifigures which were from the Series 19 Collectible Minifigures and make them into super heroes or villains.

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Will Arnett Hints at LEGO Masters Season 2

March 26, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

If you watched the last episode of LEGO Masters, there was a hint at something that may be happening later this year or next year. Before the judging, Mark & Boone decided to use their Golden Brick because it was the last time they were going to be able to use it.

When Will receives the brick, he makes a statement that some of you may have caught. He said to the brick, “As far as you are concerned, I see you again next season.” This may suggest that will see another season of LEGO Masters next year. Of course this was filmed last year before the pandemic so we’ll see if anything changes in terms of casting and filming later this year.

What do you guys think? Are you excited to see another season of LEGO Masters here in the US and will you be signing up for it?

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LEGO AFOL Certification in Reward Center

March 25, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

If you’re a member of a LUG, there are some exclusive events throughout the year at LEGO Brand Stores called AFOL Shopping Day. During these events, you can get discounts on items, gifts, etc. and it is just a thank you from LEGO for being an AFOL.

In the LEGO Reward Center, there is a special download for an AFOL Certification Reward Block to signify that you are in a LEGO User Group. It costs zero points and you can use to participate during AFOL Shopping Days during the specified days. It’ll also be sent to your email so you don’t have to log in to the Reward Center to see the badge. I cannot confirm if it shows up for every single person who has a VIP account or just for people who are in a LUG. If you are in a LUG and it doesn’t show up, you’ll have to confirm with your Ambassador to see if you are on their list of members. Of course, you can still use your VIP card with the special sticker to get into AFOL Days.

If you aren’t in a LUG, LEGO has provided a Community Locator so you can find the nearest one to you and there you can inquire to join. Here you can meet like-minded individuals who share the love of LEGO.

Thank you for your continued support.

We want to reward you with this AFOL Certification Reward Block, to show you how valued you are to The LEGO Group.

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Rumored LEGO Mosaic Themed Sets Coming Soon

March 25, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

There are rumors of a brand new adult targeted LEGO theme coming soon. According a post on Eurobricks, the theme, potentially called LEGO Wall Art, will be based around mosaics with buildable frames that cost between $100-$150. The initial wave will have four sets from a broad range of subjects including:

Marilyn Monroe (31197) – 3,341 pieces
The Beatles (31198) – 2,933 pieces
Iron Man (31199) – 3,406 pieces
Star Wars (31200) – 3,167 pieces

Word has it that the Beatles set will be a single person but will have enough parts to recreate any of the four members of the band. The Star Wars one is still a mystery as I have read that it could be either Darth Maul or Darth Vader.

As always, these are rumors until LEGO announces them on their social channels or they show up online at verified retailers.

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LEGO Masters Episode 7 Recap – Storybook

March 19, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

Can you believe we’re already on episode seven of LEGO Masters and for this week, the remaining teams are doing a storybook build. A number of kids help fill out a story and the builder will have to create things that they suggested. The builders will have eight hours to complete the challenge. Keep in mind that Mark & Boone have won four straight challenges and also have the Golden Brick.

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The LEGO Group CEO Releases Statement About Coronavirus Situation

March 18, 2020 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

Earlier today, LEGO announced that they have closed all of the LEGO Brand Stores, with the exception of the ones in China. At the same time, LEGO CEO Niels Christiansen has released a statement regarding the Coronavirus situation and what they are doing to keep employees safe.

An open letter from Niels B Christiansen, CEO, The LEGO Group

The health and safety of children and communities worldwide is our top priority.

We are working extremely hard to protect our colleagues, our customers and of course, our youngest fans.

To reduce the risk of the virus spreading further, we’ve rapidly stepped up our efforts in every country where we operate.

We’ve temporarily closed the approximately 150 LEGO® Brand Retail stores we own and operate until at least March 27 in all countries except China. Our online store on LEGO.com remains open. Our retail store colleagues will receive their scheduled wages until this time.

Every colleague whose job allows them to work from home must do so. For colleagues whose job requires them to come to work, we are taking extraordinary measure to safeguard their health. For example, we will conduct temperature checks on employees and implement mandatory hand washing and sanitising. We’ve rearranged our workplaces to ensure that colleagues do not gather in large groups and practice social distancing. Naturally, we have cancelled all travel.

We’re monitoring the situation continuously and will take whatever steps are necessary to promote well-being.

One thing I am certain of is the awesomeness of the people who work at the LEGO

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