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Preview of Upcoming Medieval LEGO Book

June 9, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

Our friends over at No Starch Press has sent us a press release featuring one of their new upcoming books, Medieval LEGO. The book has 132 pages filled with various medieval builds that you through 32 historical events from a number of LEGO builders. Written by Greyson Beights with contributions from medievalists and scholars, you can be sure that everything written should be historically accurate. You can now pre-order Medieval LEGO over at No Starch or on Amazon.

Medieval LEGO
A History Book of Epic Proportions

San Francisco, CA (June 9, 2015) — Medieval history is undeniably awesome. Bloody battles, deposed kings, crusading knights, powerful matriarchs, and righteous warriors. But now—history is adorable too.

Through the improbable pairing of LEGO artists and world-renowned scholars, Medieval LEGO (No Starch Press, September 2015, $14.95) takes the reader on a miniature quest through medieval England. Fifteen-year-old author Greyson Beights brings together this unlikely team to depict the era of dire warfare, strategic marriage, endless intrigue, terrible famine, and deadly plague.

From the Norman Conquest to the Battle of Bosworth Field, each historical event is immortalized in a LEGO tableau and concisely explained by a world-class historian. Professor Ralph Griffiths chronicles the Wars of the Roses; Professor Stephen Knight discusses the folklore of Robin Hood; Professor Robert Bartlett describes the kidnapping and ransom of King Richard the Lionheart; and Dr. Anne Lawrence-Mathers muses on Matthew Paris, the monk who spoke his mind.

“Medieval LEGO is a must-have for all LEGO fans. But it’s perfect reading for anyone who wants

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LEGO TECHNIC Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 (42043) Official Images

June 9, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

The official images for the new LEGO TECHNIC Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 (42043) are now available on Amazon Japan. The set consists of 2,793 pieces and will retail for £170. The box features some of the new module cylinders which many people are pretty excited about and it also includes Power Functions. Below is a video from Promobricks of the Mercedes-Benz Arocs 3245 in action.

**via Eurobricks**

LEGO Marvel’s Avengers Video Game Trailer

June 9, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has released the first trailer for the LEGO Marvel’s Avengers video game. The game will feature characters and storylines from the first Avengers movie as well as the recently released Avengers: Age of Ultron. The trailer also states that LEGO Marvel’s Avengers will be released this winter instead of in the fall as previously stated. It’ll be available on all major consoles including Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS3, PS Vita, Nintendo Wii U, 3DS, and PC.

Also remember if you pre-order the game from GameStop, you’ll be getting the exclusive LEGO Iron Man Silver Centurion minifigure.

The first console videogame featuring characters and storylines from the critically-acclaimed film Marvel’s The Avengers and the blockbuster sequel Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron. Play as Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in their quest to save the world while reliving some of the most amazing moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including the famed Battle of New York between the Avengers and Super Villain Loki as seen in Marvel’s The Avengers.

Introducing BrickBuildersPro Instruction of the Month Club

June 9, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

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What Made You Get Interested in LEGO?

June 8, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 30 Comments

I’ve been meaning to write this post for a while now but I have a question for the readers: what made you get interested in LEGO? For me, I had LEGO when I was a kid with a basic building set plus a couple of random themed sets but then video games came into my life and I sort of abandoned it for about two decades or so. Then a few years, my friend was interested in the last wave of LEGO Harry Potter sets as a Christmas gift and just out of curiosity, I purchased the LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon (7965) for myself. After I built the set, I was instantly hooked again which took me out of the “Dark Ages” and the rest is history.

So my question for you my fellow readers is: what made you get into LEGO? To further extend the question, what is your favorite LEGO themes? I would love to hear your guys’ stories whether it be in the comments section below or or my social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Google+).

Note: The image above was from a few months ago when I hear a loud crash in my room. The sets have since relocated to a different location.

Official LEGO Angry Birds Sets Coming in 2016

June 8, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 4 Comments

Rovio has announced that they will be joining forces with The LEGO Group to produce official LEGO Angry Birds sets coming in 2016 in conjunction with the upcoming movie. The Angry Birds license was previously held by K’NEX but LEGO will now soon be acquiring this particular license. Check out the full press release below.

Rovio teams with The LEGO Group to create a collection of building sets related to its 2016 film

LAS VEGAS, Nevada– 8th June 2015– Rovio, makers of Angry Birds, the most downloaded mobile game ever, today announced a partnership with The LEGO Group to develop a line of construction toys. LEGO® Angry Birds will be available in spring 2016 to coincide with the release of The Angry Birds Movie, a full-length feature film based on the popular gaming franchise.

“The LEGO brand has an unparalleled ability to connect with people through products that spark creativity and imagination. We’re really excited to build experiences together with this amazing best-in-class partner,” said Pekka Rantala, Chief Executive Officer of Rovio.

“We are excited to bring Angry Birds to life in LEGO form, given the popularity of the game and its characters with fans of all ages, which will only be amplified by the forthcoming film,” said Jill Wilfert, Vice President, licensing & entertainment at The LEGO Group. “We seek partnership with globally relevant properties that offer a unique and rewarding play experience to our fans, and our designers are having fun developing building sets that leverage the engaging play and deconstruction found in

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LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Winter Soldier (5002943) Minifigure Polybag Review

June 7, 2015 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

For the month of June with purchases of $75 or more, you can get a FREE promotional exclusive LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Winter Soldier (5002943) minifigure polybag at LEGO Stores and on Shop@Home. We finally get our chance to get this minifigure as some parts of the world already got their promos like in the UK a few months ago with a purchase of the SHIELD Helicarrier (76042).