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Brick Cascade 2014 Happening Next Week

March 1, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

Next week, the Brick Cascade 2014 LEGO convention will be happening in Portland, OR. The event will be held at the Oregon Convention Center from March 6-9 and visitors can see many MOCs from very talented builders such as Alice Finch and Lino Martins. The AFOL days will be held the first two days and the public expo begins on Saturday. There are also a number of vendors where you can purchase LEGO related items like t-shirts, parts, and sets. Tickets are $8 per person or $28 for a family of 4. The first 1,000 kids to enter the doors will get a FREE LEGO minifigure. There will also be raffles held throughout the event for brick grab bags. If you’re in the Portland area next week, feel free to drop by and check out what Brick Cascade has to offer!

First Image of the New LEGO Star Wars Sandcrawler (75059)

March 1, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 6 Comments

Flickr user kjavis88 has posted the first image of the new LEGO Star Wars Sandcrawler (75059). The image appears that it’s from the LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary: Updated and Expanded that is supposed to come out in May. The new Sandcrawler has lots of plates usage and also includes Uncle Owen Lars and at least three Jawas minifigures. Other things the Sandcrawler has are LEGO Technic treads, a magnetic winch, and a Jawa hoversled. It has been rumored that this new set would be revealed at Brick Cascade 2014 and would be the exclusive for LEGO’s May the 4th promotion. Other reports show that the Sandcrawler would go for $349.99. Now we just have to wait for the official images of the set. This also makes me wonder what other new things are updated in the new LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary.

**Via Eurobricks**

LEGO Disney Princess Rapunzel’s Market Visit (30116) Polybag Found at Walmart

February 28, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 2 Comments

For you polybag hunters, you’ll be glad to know that the LEGO Disney Princess Rapunzel’s Market Visit (30116) polybag has been found at Walmart stores by our friend Joe Meno for $3.99 each. The polybag consists of 37 pieces and includes the Rapunzel mini-doll from Tangled. The set also has a market stand that sells flowers and a croissant. Some stores may or may not have these polybags so your mileage may vary. Thanks to Joe for the update.

March 2014 LEGO Store and Shop@Home Promotions Now Available

February 28, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 0 Comments

LEGO DC Universe/Comics Martian Manhunter

It is now March 1st on the east coast and that means that the new promotions at LEGO Stores and on Shop@Home have now started. The main exclusive for this month is the LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes Martian Manhunter minifigure that is given away for purchases of $75 or more. Also, all of the new sets from various themes are now available such as Star Wars and Super Heroes. Also, The LEGO Movie MetalBeard’s Sea Cow (70810) is now available for individuals who are not VIP Members. Check out what LEGO has to offer in the calendar below.

Doctor Who Galore on LEGO CUUSOO

February 28, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

A few days ago, we reported that LEGO CUUSOO has changed their License Conflicts and Resolutions and have begun accepting projects based on Doctor Who. Whovians who are also fans of LEGO can now rejoice as it may seem that there could be an official Doctor Who set released sometime in the future. Since the announcement, there have been a myriad of projects that have already been submitted to CUUSOO. Check out all the projects and show your support if you like what you see. If you also have an idea that could be worthy of the number of supporters needed, then feel free to submit your project and perhaps your idea could be the one that gets to 10,000 supporters first!

Mattel Agrees to Purchase Mega Brands Inc for $460 Million

February 28, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 7 Comments

Reuters is reporting that Mattel Inc., the world’s number 1 toymaker, has agreed to purchase Mega Brands Inc. for around $460 million. Mega Brands, who makes Mega Bloks, has been trying to compete in the in the construction toys segment for many years but has dominated by The LEGO Group. Mattel hopes this acquisition can help the brand better compete in the building blocks industry. They already create a number of different types of toys and may have more licences at their disposal. A couple of things that LEGO has an advantage on is quality and consumer loyalty which is why they are the world’s leading construction toy manufacturer. What impact do you think this acquisition of Mega Brands Inc. by Mattel has on The LEGO Group in the future?

LEGO April 2014 Store Calendar Details

February 27, 2014 / Allen "Tormentalous" Tran / 1 Comment

Images of the LEGO April 2014 store is now available and there are some cool stuff happening throughout the month. Here’s a list of some of the notable things that is going on in April.

LEGO Double VIP Points is back from April 1-15. You can earn $5 for every $50 you spend.
Free Stephanie’s Bakery Stand (30113) polybag with any LEOO Friends purchase. This offer is valid from April 1-20, while supplies last.
The Monthly Mini Model Build on Tuesday, April 1st is a pretty nice looking helicopter.
From April 7-30, visit your local LEGO Store and you can take a picture with LEGO Marvel Super Heroes. Share your photo using #LEGOStore to receive a Marvel Super Heroes poster.
On April 17, there will be a LEGO Minifigure Speed Build Challenge at the LEGO Store. The fastest builder can win a Build a Minifigure 3 Pack.
Also listed on the calendar is Philly Brick Fest. We’ve been helping promote the event and it will be happening on April 26-27.
There are a couple of LEGO Store openings during the month. On April 4-6, celebrate the grand opening at Danbury Fair in Connecticut. On April 25-27, the Fashion Show Mall in Las Vegas will also be holding an opening.
There are also two LEGO Club Meetings during the month which hasn’t happened before for the Super Heroes line. This time it will feature LEGO Marvel Super Heroes on the 19th and on the 26th. Kids can get a cool classic Electro t-shirt when they attend.

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