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LEGO Announces Rebuild The World Campaign

September 17, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

A few days ago, LEGO released a mysterious trailer for something coming soon and today they have announced Rebuild The World. It is essentially a campaign to help nurture the creative skills of the next generation.

THE LEGO GROUP WITH MARK RONSON INSPIRE KIDS TO REBUILD THE WORLD

[Billund, 17 September 2019]: Today, the LEGO Group and musician Mark Ronson launch Rebuild The World, a campaign to help nurture the creative skills of the next generation.

Over 100 children will meet Mark and other inspiring figures, such as 19-year-old David Aguilar, who built several prosthetic arms from LEGO® elements, at the LEGO House, Billund, to explore the infinite potential of creativity. Their imaginations will also be fired up in a series of workshops, where they’ll be challenged to rebuild the world they see around them.

“My whole career has been about working with brilliant, creative people and seeing where our imaginations take us. Rebuild The World, is a wonderful opportunity to help inspire the next generation of creators who will come up with their own ideas to shape the future of everything from the way we live to the music we listen to,” explains Mark Ronson.

The LEGO Group believes that every child is born with incredible creative problem-solving capabilities, but we need to act now to nurture that creativity so that it can become a lifelong skill, as the future depends on it.

Inspiring creativity is more critical and urgent than ever. The World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report places creative problem solving in

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Mysterious LEGO Teaser Released for Something Coming Soon

September 15, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

LEGO has released a new teaser for something coming soon that is very unusual, even for them. In the clip, we see some people holding some large items that are upscaled version of LEGO accessories like a bow and arrow, mug, camera, wrench, and flowers. At the end, we see people looking up at the sky at something yellow flying by. Honestly I have no idea what the heck is going on but it’s for something coming out soon. If it’s not adult sized LEGO accessories, I’ll be disappointed.

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LEGO Stranger Things Sketchbook Available in VIP Reward Center

September 13, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

The LEGO VIP Reward Center has been updated with a new item that Stranger Things fans may be interested in. For 1,500 points, you can get a LEGO Stranger Things Sketchbook that is in a video cassette design. The image on the slipcover is from the promotional image during the release of The Upside Down (75810) a few months ago. The sketchbook itself has the design of a VHS cassette and it is hardcover which gives it a premium quality.

Use your VIP points for this limited edition Stranger Things Sketchbook

Head back to the 1980’s with this vintage style Stranger Things sketchbook. The ideal companion for your adventures around the town of Hawkins or anywhere else!

This video cassette inspired hardcover sketchbook contains 120 pages for your notes and doodles. Comes with a cardboard slip case featuring instantly recognizable Stranger Things minifigures from the hit Netflix original series. A great gift for Stranger Things fans who will love to show their passion for the series. Size 103 x 184mm

You will receive a promotional code for this item.

This code is redeemable on your next purchase at LEGO.com.
Shipping fees may apply. Code must be entered during checkout in field labelled “Enter Promo Code”.

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LEGO DC Collectible Minifigures Rumored for 2020?

September 12, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Here’s a new juicy 2020 LEGO rumor that could be the start of something special further down the line. As we know by now, LEGO has done some licensed Collectible Minifigures series including Harry Potter and a couple waves of The Simpsons, The LEGO Batman Movie, and Disney and it looks like a new licensed theme could be joining the fray next year. According to Brick Fanatics, we could be getting a LEGO DC Collectible Minifigures series at the beginning of the year. Obviously there are tons of characters to choose from but we’ll probably also see the usual cast of DC originals like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman in new variant outfits.

This isn’t the first time I’ve heard of this rumor but BF has some good sources so I’m going to roll with it, however, treat this as a rumor until LEGO teases something or they announce it on social media. If LEGO does release a DC series, could we also see a Marvel Collectible Minifigures series as well? Thanks to Shrek for the heads up even though it probably isn’t your real name.

*Note* – The above image is from The LEGO Batman Movie Series 2.

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Brick Fanatics Magazine Issue 10 Available Now

September 10, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Avast, me hearties! A special look at 30 years of LEGO Pirates themes Issue 10 of Brick Fanatics Magazine, alongside Hidden Side, Overwatch and 75252 Imperial Star Destroyer

The 10th edition of the print magazine all about LEGO is available to order today at www.brickfanatics.com/magazine, with shipping due for subscribers and early orders from the end of September.

This issue is full of treasure to be discovered, perhaps nowhere better than across our multi-page retrospective on LEGO Pirates, the theme that launched a generation of swashbuckling adventure and brick-based play for many of us.

Alongside some specially-created photography inspired by this iconic theme, we sit down exclusively with the lead designer responsible three decades ago for creating more than just this range of classic LEGO sets, but the world of LEGO Pirates as we know it.

From the past to the future, Issue 10 of Brick Fanatics Magazine also explores new theme Hidden Side, talking not only to the design team behind these unique, transforming LEGO sets and their tie-in app, but also with industry experts, who offer a real insight into the LEGO Group’s latest attempts to merge digital and physical play.

Meanwhile, Overwatch’s two new upcoming releases – 75977 Junkrat & Roadhog and 75976 Wrecking Ball – get the designer walkthrough treatment, as the LEGO Group’s Woon Tze Chee exclusively explains the detail and charm that has gone into creating these eye-catching video game creations.

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New LEGO Originals Prints Available at VIP Reward Center

September 6, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

The LEGO VIP Reward Center has been updated with some new prints that you can spend your points on. There is a new group of rewards called LEGO Originals which are prints of some art and print designs from the LEGO Archives. I’ve already talked about the Japanese Patent that is limited to 5,000 but there are some new ones that have just been added. One is a technical drawing of the LEGO Wooden Duck from 1958. The other print is a water color illustration of the LEGO Wooden Elephant from 1937. Note that both prints says 1st Edition. I’m not sure if there are any markings on the prints themselves labeling them as so.

First Edition Art Print – Technical Drawing Based on 1930’s Design of LEGO® Wooden Duck, 1958.
Printed on premium paper with embossing.
31.6cm x 22.5cm (12.4″” x 10″”)

“First Edition Art Print – Illustration in Water Color for LEGO® Wooden Toy Elephant, Circa 1937
Printed on premium paper with embossing.
31.6cm x 22.5cm (12.4″” x 10″”)

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The LEGO Group Releases First Half 2019 Results – Sales Up, Profits Down

September 3, 2019 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Earlier today, LEGO has posted their financial results for the first half of 2019 and it shows that revenue and sales grew compared to the same time last year. It also shows that operating profits have declined 16% during the same time due to the company investing in initiatives that is designed to create more growth in the future.

Some of the more popular themes from this year include LEGO City, LEGO Marvel Avengers, LEGO Technic, LEGO Creator, LEGO Friends, and LEGO Star Wars.

Revenue and consumer sales grew while significant investments were made in initiatives which will bring learning through play experiences to even more children around the world.

Performance Highlights

-Global consumer sales grew 5 percent compared with the same period in 2018.
-Revenue for the first half grew 4 percent to DKK 14.8 billion. In constant currency, revenue grew 2 percent compared with the same period in 2018.
-Operating profit was DKK 3.5 billion, a decline of 16 percent. Net profit was DKK 2.7 billion, a decline of 12 percent driven by significant investments in long-term growth.

September 3, 2019: The LEGO Group today released its financial results for the first half of 2019 to June. Revenue for the period grew 4 percent to DKK 14.8 billion compared with the same period last year. Consumer sales grew 5 percent compared with the first half of 2018 and the brand grew market share in its largest markets.

Operating profit was a solid DKK 3.5 billion. This was a decline of 16 percent compared with

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