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Custom LEGO Transformers Brick Label Metalhide MB-01 Review

July 20, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

A few weeks ago, I was sent something very cool to review. As a fan of LEGO as well as Transformers, this was definitely right up my alley. JK and Alanyuppie from Malaysia has created Brick Label, transforming robots that uses 100% genuine LEGO parts. The first set in their Masterbrick series is Metalhide MB-01 which is pretty much G1 Ironhide of the Autobots from the Transformers series. The Masterbrick Series is a play on the TakaraTomy/Hasbro Transformers Masterpiece Series.

Alan has created a number of LEGO Transformers as you can see from his blog. Like with the regular Transformers toys, Metalhide can change from vehicle mode to robot mode. However unlike LEGO Creator sets where you have to take apart pieces to build another build, you do not have to do that with this guy. You just do some twisting and folding of the joints and you’ll have the alternate mode.

As we all know, creating anything with LEGO takes a certain skill set with all the designing that you have to put into it but creating a transforming LEGO build takes even more planning since you have to figure out how to transform the car without affecting the integrity of the set.

When you build Metalhide for the first time, you’ll notice there are some very neat building techniques used to build the robot mode. Alan has done a great job in making the robot mode a playable model. There are a number of different types of joints used to articulate Metalhide. … Continue

LEGO DC Comics UCS Tumbler (76023) Revealed

July 20, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 12 Comments

As we reported back in June, there was rumors of a new LEGO UCS set and it was highly speculated that it would be the Tumbler. USA Today has revealed one of the sets that was supposed to be unveiled at San Diego Comic Con 2014, the LEGO DC Comics UCS Tumbler (76023). The exclusive set will be on sold at LEGO Stores and on Shop@Home in September and it will consist of 1,869 pieces and will retail for $199.

The Tumbler is based on Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy vehicle and the set will also include 2 minifigures, one based on Christian Bale’s Batman suit and Heath Ledger’s Joker. This is the first time that Heath Legder’s version has been offered. The UCS Tumbler measures 15 inches long and 9 inches wide. Another thing that LEGO has included with the set is the plaque and stand we usually see with UCS sets.

The August 2014 Store Calendar shows that LEGO VIP members get early access to a new exclusive set and I’m going to assume that it will be the UCS Tumbler (76023).

POP! The Art of the Geek Exhibit at San Diego Comic Con 2014

July 19, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

In a matter days, San Diego Comic Con 2014 will be upon us. Fortunately, not all of the cool stuff will be inside the convention center. Pop! The Art of the Geek is an art show that showcases various “contemporary artists aiming to explore the narrative of identity within the pop-culture spectrum while decoding the origins of comic book influence.” The exhibit will be held from Wednesday, July 23rd to Sunday, July 27th at Michael J. Wolf Fine Arts (363 Fifth Ave. at J Street). For those unfamiliar with downtown San Diego, the gallery is right in the middle of the Gaslamp Quarter, just a couple of blocks away from the convention center.

Some of the artists that will be featured are a couple of renowned LEGO artists that you may have heard before, Nathan Sawaya and Brandon Griffith. Nathan will have a number of his creations on display including his Han Solo in Carbonite sculpture and Stormtrooper helmet.

Brandon will be featuring his mosaic of The Comedian’s badge from the Watchman comics called It’s All A Joke.

The show is curated by Nathan and all the artwork displayed will be for sale with the proceeds benefiting the Art Revolution Foundation. If you’re going to SDCC 2014 and need to take a break, why not head over to the exhibit to take a look at these awesome pieces of work in person. Check out more details of the show as well as some of the artwork on display on the Pop! The Art … Continue

Treasure Bricks May Be Your Next LEGO Storage Solution

July 19, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 2 Comments

If you’ve been looking for a solution to organizing your LEGO collection, then Treasure Bricks may be your solution. Treasure Bricks is an interlocking and stackable storage box that you can customize in different colors. Currently, there are four colors to choose from, Berry Blue, Rocket Red, Pure White, and Jet Black. Each Treasure Bricks system consists of three components:

Interlocking and stackable storage boxes.
Drawer component for easy access to your bricks. The drawer is easy to open and close, and the drawer is removable if you wish to empty your LEGO onto the carpet and start playing. You can take your LEGO collection anywhere to play!
Flexible organization – choose as many as you need and you can always get more as your collection grows!

For more information about Treasure Bricks, head over to their Kickstarter page.

SDCC 2014 Exclusive LEGO Minifigure Giveaway Process Revealed

July 19, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

Our good friend, Joe Meno (BrickJournal) has stumbled upon how the exclusive LEGO minifigure giveaways will be handled at San Diego Comic Con 2014:

We also received a tip from a reader who emailed LEGO regarding the minifigure giveaway process for this year. The giveaway will take place in the same area as last year – the Pavilion Terrace outside of the Sails Pavilion, but they have made several other changes to the process to avoid the traffic congestion and complaints from last year. Instead of a ticketing process, attendees will walk up to an iPad and hit a button to enter, and they will know immediately if they are a winner. Attendees will have one chance to enter per day – badges will be scanned to prevent people getting in line twice. And like last year, a different minifigure will be given out each day, but it sounds like they won’t announce it until the end of the day, as opposed to announcing the giveaway schedule beforehand as in previous years.

So pretty much the ticketing process will be in the same area as last year, which was a pain to get to if you’re not familiar with the layout of the convention center. Instead of being handed tickets, you will entering digitally via an employee with an iPad. Right then, you’ll know immediately if you’re a winner or not. Also, badges will be scanned each day so people can’t get in line again and enter twice. For this year, the minifigure that … Continue

LEGO Star Wars Rebels Co-Pack (66512) Available at Toys R Us

July 18, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 2 Comments

If you’ve been waiting for the new LEGO Star Wars Rebels sets, there’s a deal that may be of interest to you. Toys R Us has a LEGO Star Wars Rebels Co-Pack (66512) for $109.99 which is $5 below MSRP and it includes both The Ghost (75053) as well as The Phantom (75048).

Currently, Toys R Us is having a Buy 1, Get 1 40% all LEGO Star Wars, The Hobbit, Super Heroes, Chima, and Disney Princess sets so this would be a very good time to make a purchase especially since some of the newer sets are still at MSRP like the Guardians of the Galaxy sets.

SUPER PACK 2 IN 1! The STAR WARS Rebels Super Pack contains both LEGO STAR WARS The Phantom 75048 and LEGO STAR WARS The Ghost 75053.
Join the Rebel resistance against the evil Empire in The Phantom attack shuttle, as seen in the exciting Star Wars: Rebels animated TV series! After a successful mission, dock The Phantom safely on 75053 The Ghost starship. Includes an Ezra Bridger minifigure with a weapon and accessory, plus a C1-10P figure.

Get ready to battle the Empire with the Rebel heroes? awesome starship – The Ghost – as seen in the thrilling Star Wars: Rebels animated TV series! Stay on course with Rebel minifigures in the two cockpits and put Zeb on patrol in the 360-degree rotating gun turret. Land 75048 The Phantom starship in the docking area at the rear.

Thanks to Chris from Bricks on the Dollar for the heads … Continue

New Summer 2014 Sets Now Available at LEGO Stores

July 18, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

The new LEGO Creator MINI Cooper MK VII (10242) is now available for VIP members so I decided to take a stroll over to my local LEGO Store in Fashion Valley to take a look at it. From what I saw, it seems to be a really popular set at they were flying off the shelves. I was told that their stock may not last through the weekend although there will be more coming in after.

Another cool thing that I saw at the store was that the summer 2014 wave of the LEGO Star Wars sets are now available including the MTT (75058). I almost pulled the trigger when I saw the Mos Eisley Cantina (75052) and the AT-AT (75054) but I held off because I’d rather have the MINI Cooper Polybag (40199) instead of the Flashback Shredder minifigure but that’s my personal preference.

Finally, the other new thing that I saw at the store was the summer 2014 wave of Legends of Chima. You may notice after looking at the image below that, the Ultrabuild/Constraction sets are not there. From our report back in May, the Ultrabuilds will not be available in North America. Some people didn’t believe the rumor when I presented it but that piece of information came directly from LEGO so there you have it. I even asked the staff if they would be receiving them to make sure but they haven’t heard anything about them either. It’s unfortunate that they will not be sold over here because there … Continue