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UK retailer WHSmith has revealed the exclusive minifigure for the upcoming LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated Edition to be Emperor Palpatine. This version of Palpatine is from The Rise of Skywalker in which he had the black and red robes. If LEGO made this version of Palpatine, perhaps we can finally get another version of the character in a set based on Exegol. The book is listed to be released on August 1, 2025.
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Next week, LEGO will be releasing two new gift with purchase sets that ties in to some of their new releases but is LEGO going overboard with these types of promotions? The two in question are the Entrance Gate for The Botanical Garden (21353) and Cerebro for the X-Men: X-Mansion (76294) and including those, there have been I believe five sets are similar that have been released this year which includes the Mimic Dice Box, the Technic P1 Logo, and Fell Beast, Borgin and Burkes: Floo Network, Luke Skywalker’s Lightsaber.
From a business perspective, it’s smart for LEGO to tie in certain GWPs with sets they go with since they know fans will buy them. From the buyer’s perspective, it hard to keep up with some of the releases if you’re into those fandoms and there’s a sense of FOMO since there’s only a limited time to get them. If we’re just looking at the six sets above, unless you’re using reward points for discounts, you’re looking at almost $2,800 pre-tax.
We already know that LEGO will most likely continue these types of promotions in the future so it’s inevitable. As more and more sets become more expensive, it’ll be harder to justify these purchases unless the promo sets are proportional to the main sets.
LEGO Godzilla by MattE720 is the latest project to achieve 10,000 supporters on LEGO Ideas. This is a re-submission of the same Godzilla build from the recent movies which also hit the 10k goal back in February 2023.
The project joins Cliffside House, Gravity Falls – The Mystery Shack, Round House Ski Lodge, Italian Villa, Summit Station, Betta Splendens, The Moon: Lunar Landscape, Overpass Park, Motorized Howl’s Moving Castle, The Discworld Unseen University Library, Clue – The Playable Mystery Game (AKA Cluedo), Mr. Brick Coffee Pot, Bob Ross: Studio & Paintings, Woodland Wildlife, Sawmill, and Gravity Falls Mystery Shack as the ones to reach the Third 2024 Review Stage.
It’s been a few months since we’ve updated the list of LEGO Ideas sets that are currently in productions and there’s been lots of changes since then. The latest LEGO Ideas sets that have been announced are The Botanical Garden (21353) which will be releasing on November 1 and Books Are My Passion (40698) gift with purchase set that will be available starting next week.
Approved December 19, 2023 from First 2023 Review Stage
Approved March 1, 2024 from Celebrate the Wonder of STEM! building contest
Approved March 13, 2024 from Exploring the Cosmos building contest
Approved March 13, 2024 from Exploring the Cosmos building contest
Approved May 2, 2024 from Second 2023 Review Stage
Approved May 2, 2024 from Second 2023 Review Stage
Approved May 16, 2024 from Build the Gift of Purchase Set of Your Dreams building contest
Approved August 5 from Third 2023 Review Stage.
Approved August 5 from Third 2023 Review Stage.
Approved August 14 from If We Can Turn Back Time building contest.
Approved August 14 from If We Can Turn Back Time building contest.
Approved September 6 from Second 2023 Review Stage.… Continue
LEGO has just officially revealed the LEGO Ideas Books Are My Passion (40698) gift with purchase set. It was the winning build from the Me, Myself, and I building challenge back in 2024 and was originally called Reading, Reading, Reading by Fr_An. The set will be available from October 28 – November 11 with purchases of $130 or more, while supplies last.
Since it has no restrictions, it stacks with the LEGO Marvel Cerebro (5009015) when you purchase the X-Mansion or the LEGO Ideas Botanical Entrance Gate (5009005) when you get The Botanical Garden if there is still stock between the days it launches and when the new sets are released.
Get lost in your creativity with the LEGO® Ideas Books Are My Passion (40698) building set for adults. The winning entry in the LEGO Ideas design contest for fans, this set lets bookworms create a LEGO bookshelf featuring a desk, colourful books and a ladder. Other charming elements include a comfy armchair, teacup and a minifigure to bring the cosy scene to life. Once complete, it becomes delightful desk decor that would make a great gift for book-lovers or writers.
If you’re planning on a trip in the future, here’s something that may interest you that have started showing up at Costco. They have started selling the LEGO Carry-on & Backpack Luggage Set for $114.99 and they come in either blue, red, or yellow. You may have an easier time finding them in stores as the product page has been down and stock has been in and out. They feature the following:
• Trolley – Big Compartment with Expandable Feature
• Trolley – Built-in TSA Combination Lock
• Trolley – Silent Double Wheels
• Backpack – Spacious Main Compartment w/ Padded Laptop & Tablet Compartment
• Reflective Elements on All Four Sides
Introducing our remarkable line of LEGO®-inspired trolley and backpack, where functionality meets the timeless appeal of LEGO brick design. Crafted with precision and a passion for play, our expandable trolley and compatible backpack with trolley strap bring together the convenience of a rolling carry-on and matching backpack with the iconic look and feel of LEGO bricks. Just like LEGO bricks this set is built to last and endure the rigors of travel, this set is constructed with high-quality materials, reinforced corners, and secure closures, ensuring that belongings remain safe and protected throughout the journey.
LEGO has revealed the LEGO Botanical Entrance Gate (5009005) gift with purchase set that will be available only with the purchase of the LEGO Ideas The Botanical Garden (21353). The LEGO Insiders exclusive will be available from November 1-7, while supplies last, for online and in-stores. It features a small entrance that allows you to expand the garden in the front.
Let creativity bloom with this LEGO® Botanicals Entrance Gate building set for kids aged 10 and up. Nature-lovers will have lots of fun building the botanical garden entrance gate, which features vibrant flowers, leaves and a butterfly, before enjoying imaginative role play with the gardener minifigure that comes with the set. A thoughtful nature gift for girls, boys and flower fans, this LEGO set becomes gorgeous floral home decor that can be displayed proudly once it’s complete.
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