Today we feature a guest article from one of BrickNerd’s patrons Liz Puleo. She shares her experience building and modding LEGO Icons 10366 Tropical Aquarium. Tank You Very Much Two fish are in a tank. One said, “Do you know how to drive this thing?” and the other said, “Ahhh, a talking fish!” If only fish could talk, they’d probably tell you a better story about this tank than I will. Hey there, BrickNerd readers! It’s been a while—two years, to be exact. While LEGO hasn’t disappeared from my life completely, it’s definitely taken a back seat. So when my friends at BrickNerd reached out and asked if I’d be interested in another set mod (read: rip apart physically and metaphorically), of course I said yes. Who doesn’t want new LEGO? Especially after having so much fun with my first aquatic review, What the Shell? While I’ve attended a few LEGO...

The LEGO Icons Tropical Aquarium (10366) is now available for purchase on the LEGO Shop. The set has 4,154 pieces and retails for $479.99. With your purchase of the Aquarium, you can also get the LEGO Icons Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food (5009823) attachment as a gift with purchase set. This promotion will run from now until November 19, while supplies last. The set features a brick-built aquarium filled with a variety of plants and coral along with four different fish, seaworms, sea snails, and a crab. There is also some dials and cranks to use to animate the animals. As a Rakuten/Linkshare Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The post LEGO Icons Tropical Aquarium (10366) Now Available on LEGO Shop appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

When I first saw the images of 72046 LEGO Nintendo Game Boy, I didn’t like it much and would have never considered buying it. It has mostly light and dark bluish gray pieces, which are not that attractive for a person who likes to build with interesting parts. But then I watched a few reviews (I remember Tiago Catarino’s one especially) and got struck with an idea—what if I use the Game Boy’s display as… a display? Spoiler alert… Press Start: The Plan I started concocting elaborate construction plans for modding the LEGO Game Boy by integrating actual physical game scenes into it. (This was before I even got my hands on it!) Last week I finally got the chance to see it in person. Heads up, this won’t be a review of the set and me telling you what I like and dislike about the set… but in one sentence:...

LEGO has started a new LEGO Ideas building challenge where they want you to Design a Vendor Cart and the winning build will become an official LEGO gift with purchase set. The build is part of their City Life Creations where it can fit in any LEGO City or Modular Building layout. The build must contain between 150–200 elements and the cart cannot be a motorized vehicle. You have until December 10 to submit your build. For being the winner, you can get the following: • 10 complimentary copies of their LEGO Ideas set• Credit and a bio as the LEGO Ideas Fan Designer in the set materials• 10350 – Tudor Corner The post LEGO Ideas Design a Vendor Cart Building Contest for Future GWP Set appeared first on The Brick Fan. Original linkOriginal author: Allen "Tormentalous" Tran

A new month is upon us which means more competitive building! Are you ready? Here’s the latest bunch of LEGO contests and challenges from all around the AFOL community for November 2025 to help you find some inspiration and motivation to build! There’s nothing quite like a theme or a prompt to take you out of your comfort zone and give you something new to try. Besides, contests are the perfect place to interact with other contestants and judges and get to know your fellow builders. And if you’re like me, a deadline helps make sure you actually finish! We’ve listed them in order of deadline so you can plan your building time to the best advantage. Make sure to check the LEGO activity calendar for local challenges and events near you. Here at BrickNerd, some of our fondest memories, greatest building achievements, coolest trophies, and best friendships came from LEGO...