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LEGO |OT 3| Build Hard. Buy Fast. No Mercy.
- Thread starter PhoncipleBone
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Diggeh
Unconfirmed Member
Poor Chima. Still as mediocre as ever. But the rhinos and mammoths are pretty cool!
Anyone else think that the tarantula legs would be perfect for the Venom minifigure?
EDIT: There's a Chima minifigure named Voom Voom. Uh.
Anyone else think that the tarantula legs would be perfect for the Venom minifigure?
EDIT: There's a Chima minifigure named Voom Voom. Uh.
antiquegamer
Member
Flanders looks good though I don't know if I like that there is no outline for his glasses. I actually like the expression on their faces instead of being neutral, the faces fit their characters, Homer looks bored at work, Lisa look like sad and contemplating life as usual and Marge is rolling her eyes at Homer direction.
I'm most excited for the Bicycle Shop & Cafe.
This set looks great. I hope they do more of these types of sets in this price range.
BentBricks
Member
I'm most excited for the Bicycle Shop & Cafe.
Perfect gateway set to the modulars. Will be great for kids that want a set for their super heroes to fight. Modulars are way to expensive for kids (even I can't keep up).
I like that set a lot and think it will do very well. For those that complain about not having sets for both sexes, I think that set would do well with girls too. It has the nice facade with open back. I'm sure some details inside too for playing.
EDIT: $90 set makes it a bit steep, but 40% lower than modular. Well played LEGO.
tiggerkiddo
Member
Poor Chima, looks like an EXTREME version of Fabuland, just without the charm, the better looking minifigs and...well yea.
Those smaller modular sets are awesome to me, totally affordable as well.
Those smaller modular sets are awesome to me, totally affordable as well.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
I'm most excited for the Bicycle Shop & Cafe.
Really liking the look of those sets. The nice mid grade modulars.
RelentlessRolento
Member
Really liking the new Chima stuff though I have to see it in better detail though. Seems like they are going more for a hybrid of ultrabuild stuff with regular stuff... more than they use to.
antiquegamer
Member
Are these going to be Creator or City? My daughter is already eyeing some of the modular but I am not sure I want to go down that path yet so this would be nice diversion. Also you could mods it with more details and add stuffs. I love that it is complete buildings and not just theme park like face building.
BentBricks
Member
I hope this means Homer will be in CMF with basic attire and wide open eyes.
I'm a bit disappointed they went with a 1x1 round tile piece for a doughnut. I think reusing the Lord of the Rings ring would have been nice. Well, maybe not since it would be hard to print the sprinkles on it.
Jables Swan
Member
I need that Homer fig. So much better.
antiquegamer
Member
Pick up some aftermarket parts, I am surprise at the quality. I see them at brick shows but never actually handle them.
DrForester
Kills Photobucket
PhoncipleBone
Banned
Dont forget Queasy Kitty with the Sea Cow.
DrForester
Kills Photobucket
shit...
PhoncipleBone
Banned
tiggerkiddo
Member
Sea Cow reminds me how awesome a Treasure Planet line would have been. I want more steampunk Lego sets!
Looks like people were totally right about the Simpsons eyes in the CMF series!
Can't wait to get them all
Hope they don't waste a minifig slot on another Maggie. Let her be a House exclusive please. (hoping for the same of Flanders but considering what he was wearing in the House set, we'll probably get another of him)
Can't wait to get them all
Hope they don't waste a minifig slot on another Maggie. Let her be a House exclusive please. (hoping for the same of Flanders but considering what he was wearing in the House set, we'll probably get another of him)
anonymous_abc
Member
He looks infinitely better than the house Homer.
Has there been any official word on what the hell they were thinking with the high on crack Simpsons family?
I'm still guessing just something to differentiate those from the premium set.
PhoncipleBone
Banned
My guess as well.
They are going to sell so many of those CMF, it isnt even funny. I think if this does well enough we will see more licensed CMF series.
Pick up some aftermarket parts, I am surprise at the quality. I see them at brick shows but never actually handle them.
Some of the aftermarket guys just melt LEGO bricks and then mold them into new parts. I know Brickarms does that but I think others do so as well. They just bulk purchase the cheapest brick they can find with the most plastic on them like a 2x4 brick.
I really hope I don't have to compete with Simpsons collectors to get these. Does anyone actually know a person that buys everything Simpsons?
RelentlessRolento
Member
I'm still surprised they haven't done DC, Marvel, or Star Wars CMF yet since there is a wide range of characters to make plus each can have multiple series.
anonymous_abc
Member
too cheap to get them all
There are people here who bought Hobbit sets just to complete the dwarves,
I can understand that.
Mind you I don't think this will be tha case for all that many people.
If there was a CMF Series for LOTR, The Hobbit, Marvel, DC or whatever, I would be all over them!
antiquegamer
Member
Contractual obligation and licensing doesn't allow for LEGO to sell mini-action figures.
fredrancour
Member
"bicycle shop and cafe" is a cute set. I'll have to watch for a sale. That is not a 90 dollar purchase.
tiggerkiddo
Member
Wait that bicycle shop set is 90 bucks?
Just built two of my 3 LEGO Movie sets (Metal Beards Duel & The Melting Machine) and already this is starting to become my fave series ever... (Image bomb incoming!)
The Brickshow review of Metalbeard was spot on, defo a 10 out of 10! The shark, the cannons, the massive sword! Awesome stuff and my fave set of 2014 so far.
The Brickshow review of Metalbeard was spot on, defo a 10 out of 10! The shark, the cannons, the massive sword! Awesome stuff and my fave set of 2014 so far.
RelentlessRolento
Member
too cheap to get them all
There are people here who bought Hobbit sets just to complete the dwarves,
I can understand that.
Mind you I don't think this will be tha case for all that many people.
If there was a CMF Series for LOTR, The Hobbit, Marvel, DC or whatever, I would be all over them!
I am one of those dwarf people
I've spent a lot getting them all in sets but I have no regrets.Yah, that's why the sets always have random vehicles or play set pieces.
It was surely to reduce costs, why else? Sucks but its part of any business. Though i guess you could argue it was put there so they could attach things inside the hole, but usually headpieces are attached via the stud so...
Unfortunately despite some obvious cost-saving measures such as that and making more and more parts in foreign countries, it hasn't kept prices from going through the roof on LEGO sets.
On the flip side, they are improving some aspects such as providing nicer printing (except for when they opt or stickers, but at least the minifig printing is improving) and mold improvements such as we are seeing in the new Simpsons figures (multi-colored plastic for the arms/legs)
Unfortunately despite some obvious cost-saving measures such as that and making more and more parts in foreign countries, it hasn't kept prices from going through the roof on LEGO sets.
On the flip side, they are improving some aspects such as providing nicer printing (except for when they opt or stickers, but at least the minifig printing is improving) and mold improvements such as we are seeing in the new Simpsons figures (multi-colored plastic for the arms/legs)
Having not researched it and basing my previous post solely on gut instict, that makes some sense
It's easy to be Jaded in these times! My sister actually swallowed some of my LEGO when I was 5 and she was 3. I barely remember it but I'm sure my mom has a vivid recollection.Having not researched it and basing my previous post solely on gut instict, that makes some sense
I swallowed a minifig head when I was little.
http://bricks.stackexchange.com/questions/141/why-are-minifigure-head-studs-now-hollow
Choking precaution is one reason given, although it doesn't seem to be an issue anymore with non-pierced hollow studs. Though you can stick stuff inside the hollow stud which is useful.
Choking precaution is one reason given, although it doesn't seem to be an issue anymore with non-pierced hollow studs. Though you can stick stuff inside the hollow stud which is useful.
The Lamonster
Member
Heard that the next CUUSOO set is Ghostbusters...but is it Brent's version (our very own wetwired)?
Ahhhhhhhh!!!! Who are ya gonna call - LEGO Ghostbusters!
This is too cool!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QT5zu1x65Q&feature=youtu.be
This is too cool!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QT5zu1x65Q&feature=youtu.be
http://blog.lego.cuusoo.com/2014/01/30/fall-2013-review-ghostbusters/ Woah Woah Woah congrats Brent
anonymous_abc
Member
say what!
Awesome!
The other Ecto-1 must be pretty bummed...
For the next round I just cannot see any of these getting through..
Nice! Will definitely be buying the set (especially if it has a sound brick).
The Lamonster
Member
Hey nice it was Brent. Congrats!
and you're welcome
and you're welcome
You did it wetwired... this is your day (year!) Can't wait to buy it, haha. Soo... do they give you some kind of cut? You know, like a builder's fee, kinda like a finder's fee?
Looking ahead, I hope Adventure Time wins. I'm a huge Zelda fan, sure, but I don't think that set really captures the iconic nature of the series. The Adventure Time one, however, is perfect.
Also, RE: Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary... I wonder if they will actually include the building part or just do the vehicle + minifigs? I'd LOVE to own the entire thing, but I wonder if they'd release something that expansive as a cuusoo.
Looking ahead, I hope Adventure Time wins. I'm a huge Zelda fan, sure, but I don't think that set really captures the iconic nature of the series. The Adventure Time one, however, is perfect.
Also, RE: Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary... I wonder if they will actually include the building part or just do the vehicle + minifigs? I'd LOVE to own the entire thing, but I wonder if they'd release something that expansive as a cuusoo.
Calm Killer
In all media, only true fans who consume every book, film, game, or pog collection deserve to know what's going on.
I'm most excited for the Bicycle Shop & Cafe.
Even a great part set for MOCing Modulars. Love this idea.
Grats Wetwired.
Hopefully, the female minifigs sets makes it. While I really don't want to rehash that insanely boring debate, I do think their should be more female minifigs (I wish they were flesh tone though).
Of the winter sets, Zelda and Macross won't make it due to licensing issues. The DeLorean has no chance due to the previous one. I like the architecture one, but I doubt it's a go. I think it'll be either Sherlock or Adventure time.
Hopefully, the female minifigs sets makes it. While I really don't want to rehash that insanely boring debate, I do think their should be more female minifigs (I wish they were flesh tone though).
Of the winter sets, Zelda and Macross won't make it due to licensing issues. The DeLorean has no chance due to the previous one. I like the architecture one, but I doubt it's a go. I think it'll be either Sherlock or Adventure time.