When I was a kid I was a big fan of the little known TV show "A Man Called Sloane", a spy series in the spirit of James Bond and Mission: Impossible. While Sloan was cool, his right hand man (pun intended) Torque was awesome, he had an amazing chrome mechanical hand with attachments. They would have been the perfect adversary of this character by vincentkiew, an eco-terrorist named Barret Wallace (from Final Fantasy VII), who also has a pretty spectacular modular arm. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

I'm not sure if I'm breaking policy here. In general BrickNerd doesn't feature politics or religion, yet according to the description by builder Pate-keetongu the good reverend here is "Man of faith, force and a circular saw hat." He's also positively dashing, and it's my blog, so I'll do what I want. And before you stare puzzled for too long, yes, those are big fig arms as his chest, some impressive NPU.   Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

Closing out on some of the 2018 Nuremberg Toy Fair news, LEGO showed off a new LEGO BrickHeadz set called Go Brick Me (41597) which costs 29.99 Euros. There are no images of the set but you are basically given enough parts to build two BrickHeadz to your liking. I wonder if there are parts for you to build the BrickHeadz mascot, Nonnie, as well. This is not a huge reveal but it might be for those who collect LEGO BrickHeadz. Update: I’ve gotten additional details that it will have 708 pieces and retail for $29.99. **Via Promobricks** The post LEGO BrickHeadz Go Brick Me (41597) Revealed at 2018 Nuremberg Toy Fair appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

Late last year, I reported on some rumors for the summer 2018 wave of LEGO Star Wars sets and it looks like they have been confirmed by Promobricks. Although photography was not allowed there, they’ve managed to take somewhat detailed notes of some of the sets that we should be expecting later this year. Jedi and Clone Troopers Battle Pack (75206) – 16.99 Euros A small set with a mini dropship, Includes minifigures of two Clone Troopers, Ki-Adi-Mundi, and Barriss Offee. Yoda’s Hut (75208) – 29.99 Euros About the size of the Ahch-To Training set. Includes Yoda, Luke, and R2-D2 minifigures from Episode V: THe Empire Strikes Back. Has various play features to recreate the Jedi training scenes. The hut includes an interior with a kitchen and bed. LEGO Star Wars 2018 Advent Calendar (75213) – 29.99 Euros Some of the minifigures included are Antoc Merrick, Rose Tico, Rowan Freemaker, a...

Welcome to the wild, whimsical, wonderful world of Salonica from builder Gunman. There's loads of detail in this colorful and imaginative diorama, I highly recommend clicking through to explore the larger images. Measuring in at 144 x 144 studs it's definitely on the large size, but not so big it's difficult to take in. I especially like the Dragonslayer's Inn, and would like to make a reservation immediately. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

You know, I didn't see Cars 3, and I haven't seen Planes, so I'm guessing I'm sorta over the Pixar anthropomorphic vehicle thing. Or at least I thought I was, then I saw this charming duo from builder TFDesigns and I think this need to be a thing. C'mon Disney, we want some interstellar rover action and comedy on a distant planet, or even the moon. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

If you’ve been holding out on getting the 60 Years of the LEGO Brick (40290), your luck has probably ran out. After about four days, the set is now sold out on Shop@Home at least here in the US. The promotion has now been replaced with last month’s LEGO City Dragster with a purchase of $35 or more. As predicted before the promo started, I figured this set would be very popular with the fans as it has a nostalgic vibe to it. There may still be some LEGO Brand Stores that may still have them available so your best chance is to call them up directly and see if they do indeed have them. Other than that, your best bet to get it is on the secondary market which isn’t cheap by any means or if you have some very good friends. The post 60 Years of the LEGO Brick...

If you are a LEGO Black VIP Card holder or flagged account, you may have received an email regarding the first promotion LEGO will be having for members. The offer is basically double VIP points on all LEGO Star Wars purchases through the whole month of February. It’s nothing too spectacular since we already get a couple of Double Point events throughout the year but cardholders do get an extra month to rack up them points. The post LEGO Offering Double VIP Points in February for Black VIP Cardholders appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

I have in hand the March 2018 LEGO Store Calendar and we can now see all the promotions and events for the month. I’ll upload a clearer version of the calendar when LEGO releases it online. March 1-15: Free LEGO Ninjago Zane Training Pod (5005230) with a purchase of $35 or more, while supplies last. March 3-4: LEGO Marvel Super Heroes new sets and special offers. March 5-31: Free LEGO DUPLO Learning Numbers with a DUPLO purchase of $25 or more, while supplies last. March 5 – April 22: Garmadon Temple Take Down Event. Participants get an event specific sticker in the LEGO Passport. March 6-7: VIP Monthly Mini Model Build is a sheep. March 15: LEGO DUPLO Learning Through Play Class. Sign up is required. March 16-31: Free LEGO Seasonal Easter Bunny Hut with a purchase of $35 or more, while supplies last. You can read my early review of...

It's amazing how the addition of some simple lighting can elevate a model. This beautiful clear swan from alanboar is already an eye catcher, and very well done. But building it hollow and including an LED light strip was inspired and as you can see the results take this from eye catcher to show stopper. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy