LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side Book Will Include Exclusive Emperor Palpatine Minifigure

Details surrounding what minifigure will be in the coming LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side book have surfaced that an Emperor Palpatine minifigure will be included.

As you can see from this Amazon posting, the cover features the infamous Sith Lord in another exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure version.

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You can find the rest of the details of this upcoming new collectible. Please use our Amazon affiliate link below if you want to add this latest LEGO book to your library.

Pre-order the LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side Book Right Here

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Journey to the dark side of a galaxy far, far away and meet the LEGO® Star Wars minifigure members of the ruthless Imperial Army in LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side!

Witness Darth Vader battling Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker, meet the Sith and all of Darth Vader’s minifigure subjects, and explore the Death Star and all of the Sith starships. Turn the pages to find facts and information about your favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures and vehicles from the dark side in action-packed situations and discover everything there is to know about the legendary Darth Vader.

With new and exciting photography and an evil-exclusive minifigure, this LEGO Star Wars The Dark Side book will have you questioning on which side your allegiances lie.

LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop (10245) First Images Surfaces!

First images of the upcoming 2014 LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop Winter Village have surfaced.

Looking over at these images, we can see that this latest LEGO Creator Expert Winter Village offering will feature Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus and 4 elf minifigures. We also see Santa’s sleigh with 5 build-able reindeer.

From the picture, the workshop seems a little small, but we will have to wait to see what the other side looks like before passing judgment. A small toy factory and a North Pole sign also are seen in the distance. Here’s what we know so far.

LEGO Creator Expert Santa’s Workshop 10245

883 pieces | Includes Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, and 4 elf minifigures | $69.99 | Expected to arrive in October 2014

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Stay tuned for more updates!

 

LEGO Summer 2014 Sets Showing Up in Stores

I was at my local Toys ‘R Us (Mall of Georgia) yesterday and discovered a mix of LEGO Summer 2014 sets being offered early so it seems.

I found it interesting that it was such a random mix between multiple themes such as LEGO Creator 3-in-1, City Arctic, Juniors, and Ultra Agents. Check out these sets that I stumbled upon.

LEGO Summer 2014 Sets Offered Early at TRU

 

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Bike Shop & Cafe 31026

1,023 pieces | Includes 3 minifigures | $89.99

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LEGO City Arctic Outpost 60035

374 pieces | Includes 3 minifigures | $49.99

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LEGO City Arctic Base Camp 60036

735 pieces | Includes 7 minifigures | $89.99

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LEGO Juniors TMNT Turtle Lair 10669

107 pieces | Includes Leonardo and Foot Soldier minifigures | $19.99 

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LEGO Ultra Agents Toxikita’s Toxic Meltdown 70163

429 pieces | Includes Toxikita, Retox, Agent Curtis Bolt, and Astor City Scientist minifigures | $39.99

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Look for our reviews for each of these coming soon!

Have you found any in your stores? Let us know in the comments below.

LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer Officially Revealed | Set Pictures and More!

At the Brick Show Sydney LEGO unveiled the latest in the larger-scale LEGO Creator Expert series, the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer (10244).

It’s a carnival scene that includes an impressive 12 minifigures and 1,746 pieces. As you’ll see in the pictures and designer video the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer comes in on two trucks which then convert into a dunk tank, strong man exhibit, and the mixer complete with rotating seats and glow-in-the-dark pieces.

Here are this set’s official images and product description. Scroll further and you’ll find the designer’s thoughts and ideas behind the sets through their creative LEGO designer video.

LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer (10244)

1,746 pieces | Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver/ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys, and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times | $149.99 | Available starting June 1, 2014; May 18 for LEGO VIP Members

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Climb aboard the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer and hold onto your hat!

Unfold the awesome Fairground Mixer, turn the crank, and see it come to life! The fair has come to town and children and adults alike can’t wait to try the rides. Buy your ticket from the ticket booth and climb aboard the Mixer. Then try reaching the golden bell on the high striker or hit the target to plunge the dunk tank lady into the water.

As evening falls, the swirling Mixer ride glows in the darkness, before being folded down onto its trailer for transportation to the next town. This magical fairground is packed with wonderful details that will capture everyone’s imagination. Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver/ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys, and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times.

Enjoy the magical atmosphere of the fairground with the LEGO Creator Expert Fairground Mixer, packed with exciting features and imaginative details.

  • Includes 12 minifigures: a juggling man on stilts, dunk tank lady, strong man challenger, ticket lady, truck driver, ride operator, 2 women, 2 girls, 2 boys and a queasy man who tried the mixer one too many times
  • Features working Fairground Mixer ride with the crank operation, 2 transport trucks, high striker, and dunk tank
  • Includes glow-in-the-dark elements
  • Mixer truck has opening doors, windshield wipers, and removable roof to access interior with bed and TV
  • An accessory truck holds a ticket booth, high-striker, and dunk tank
  • Accessories include: ice cream, popsicles, lime green cherries, a teddy bear, juggling pins, and a large and small mallet for the high-striker
  • Easily upgrade the Mixer ride with LEGO® Power Functions motors (not included)
  • Enjoy the fun of the fair!
  • Includes over 1,700 pieces
  • Fairground Mixer ride unfolded measures over 11” (30cm) high, 17” (45cm) long and 12” (31cm) wide

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LEGO Ninjago Summer 2014 Set Pictures Officially Released

Images have surfaced for the 2 LEGO Ninjago summer 2014 sets which include the X-1 Ninja Charger and Battle for Ninjago City.

Now we have already seen these in this year’s New York Toy Fair, and though I wish we had more coming for LEGO Ninjago this summer, these 2 sets are fantastic! These are expected to hit store shelves starting June 2014.

LEGO Ninjago Summer 2014 First Look

X-1 Ninja Charger (70727)

426 pieces | Includes Kai and Nindroid minifigures | $39.99

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Battle for Ninjago City (70728)

1,223 pieces | Includes Jay, Lloyd, Zane, Nya, OverLord and 3 Nindroid minifigures | $119.99

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Six New LEGO Minecraft 2014 Set Names Surface

BrickShop.nl has listed 6 new LEGO Minecraft 2014 sets. Interestingly, many are speculating that these are the highly anticipated minifigure scale sets that LEGO has said are coming later this year.

The names and price points lead us to believe that these new LEGO Minecraft sets are minifigure scale sets and not more microscale sets. Check these out.

New LEGO Minecraft 2014 Sets Expected to Arrive Soon

The Cave (21113) – € 19.95

The Fram (Farm?) (21114) – € 29.95

The First Night (21115) – € 39.95

Creative Box (21116) – € 54.95

The Ender Dragon (21117) – € 69.95

The Mine (21118) – € 99.95

 

No pictures are any further information is yet available.

 

Which LEGO Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder Do You Like Better?

In this episode of Minifigure Madness, we look at the LEGO 2013 Shredder vs. the 2014 Shredder. The 2013 Shredder minifigure was released in the LEGO Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder’s Dragon Bike (79101) set. The 2014 Shredder minifigure is from LEGO Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder Lair Rescue (79122). These two figures are very similar, yet there are some unique differences too. Take a look at their images below, with the one on the left coming from set 79101, while the one on the right is from set 79122.

Which LEGO Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredder is the Best?

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And while you’re at it, why not vote below on which one you like better? Let’s talk about it in the comments below.

LEGO Minecraft Easter 2014 Picture Teases Us

The LEGO Twitter page posted this teaser picture this morning for the coming minifigure scale line.

It depicts Steve mining a chocolate egg to find a golden creeper! With the popularity of the LEGO Minecraft sets already released and the similarity between the digital worlds of Minecraft and the physical world of LEGO, it only makes sense to give us all more LEGO Minecraft!

Check Out this LEGO Minecraft Easter Teaser!

LEGO Hobbit Video Game 26 Character Cheat Codes

Are you fully immersed in Middle Earth in the newly released LEGO Hobbit video game? If so, here are some character codes you can use to unlock some new characters. This is not a full list, so if you discover more, let us know and we’ll get them added to the list.

LEGO Hobbit Video Game Character Cheat Codes

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Alfrid: FAVZTR

Azog (Claw): 84ZZSI

Bain: W5Z6AC

Bard: UER3JG

Barliman Butterbur: XTVM8C

Barrow Wight: 555R9C

Beorn: KEID2V

Bolg: ZIBYHO

Braga: MXUXKO

Elros: H2CAID

Fimbul: THAVRM

Galadriel: 00TE7J

Gollum: 3CE37P

Grinnah: TPD7YW

Lindir: V4Y5HZ

Master Of Laketown: 9NOK35

Narzug: 4FYKKB

Necromancer: NM3I2O

Percy: 74KN31

Peter Jackson (Bree): 5OJEUC

Rosie Cotton: TB4S6J

Sauron: OARA3D

Thror (Armour): SYKSXF

Tom Bombadil: 4Y95TJ

Witch-King: V8AHMJ

Yazneg: S6VV33

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Want to add this LEGO video game to your collection? Be sure to buy the LEGO Hobbit Video Game right here.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Set Pictures

Pictures of the coming 2014 summer LEGO Star Wars sets have surfaced. You will find them listed below along with the official LEGO descriptions and set images.

More 2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Sets Arriving!

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Snowspeeder (75049)

278 pieces | $29.99 | Minifigures include Luke Skywalker, Dak Ralter and a Snowtrooper

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Product Description

Lead Rogue Squadron with Luke Skywalker in the streamlined Snowspeeder! Place him and gunner Dak Ralter in the dual cockpit with their weapons and attack with the spring-loaded shooters hidden under each wing.

Target the Imperial Snowtrooper with the rear stud blaster or convert it to fire the harpoon hook and take down the 75054 AT-AT (sold separately). Then take the action to the ground with the tripod gun. Recreate the classic Battle of Hoth from Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back! Includes 3 minifigures with assorted weapons: Luke Skywalker, Dak Ralter, and a Snowtrooper.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars B-Wing (75050)

448 pieces | $49.99 | Minifigures include Ten Numb, Gray Squadron Pilot and General Airen Cracken

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Play out epic scenes from Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi and other thrilling space battles with the B-wing! Rotate the cockpit so the pilot always has a clear view ahead. Rev up the 4 huge engines to power through the galaxy and fire the spring-loaded shooters to repel Imperial attacks. Adjust the wings from the iconic cross shape for flight or landing mode. Includes 3 minifigures with assorted weapons and an accessory: Ten Numb, Gray Squadron Pilot and General Airen Cracken.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Jedi Scout Fighter (75051)

490 pieces | $59.99 | Minifigures include Ithorian Jedi Master, Jek-14, Astromech Droid and RA-7 Protocol Droid

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Product Description

Protect the vital Holocrons from the dark side with Jek-14 and his streamlined Jedi Scout Fighter. Lift the rear hatch to stash the containers of Holocrons and lightsabers. Place clone trooper Jek-14 and his co-pilot in the dual cockpit that opens two ways, with the Astromech Droid positioned behind. Unleash its awesome armory, including 2 spring-loaded shooters and an elevating and rotating cannon at the rear.

Recreate thrilling scenes from LEGO Star Wars: The Yoda Chronicles animated specials. And if the action gets too hot to handle, detach the cockpit to turn it into an escape pod, but guard those Holocrons with your life! Includes 2 minifigures with assorted weapons: Jek-14 and Ithorian Jedi Master, plus an Astromech Droid and RA-7 Protocol Droid.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina (75052)

615 pieces | $69.99 | Minifigures include Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Greedo, Bith Musician, and Sandtrooper

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Welcome to the noisy and dangerous Mos Eisley Cantina on the desert world of Tatooine! Park the landspeeder and enter, staying clear of the giant dewback drinking from the trough outside. Make sure Luke, Han and Obi-Wan have their weapons with them as they enter through the sliding door and walk past the droid scanner.

Open out the building for easier play and order a drink while the Bith cantina band gets ready to play their instruments. Recreate scenes in the cantina from Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope, such as the showdown between Han Solo and Rodian bounty hunter Greedo. Includes 8 minifigures with assorted weapons and accessories: Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Greedo, a Sandtrooper and 3 Bith Musicians.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars The Ghost (75053)

929 pieces | $89.99 | Minifigure include Garazeb ‘Zeb’ Orrelios, Hera Syndulla, Kanan Jarrus, and Imperial Stormtrooper

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Get ready to battle the Empire with the Rebel heroes’ awesome starship – The Ghost – as seen in the thrilling Star Wars: Rebels animated TV series! Stay on course with Rebel minifigures in the two cockpits and put Zeb on patrol in the 360-degree rotating gun turret.

Land 75048 The Phantom starship (sold separately) in the docking area at the rear. With 2 spring-loaded shooters and storage for a spare missile and a lightsaber, this ship has plenty of weaponry on board. In an emergency, hurry to the escape pods and eject!

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars AT-AT (75054)

1,137 pieces | $109.99 | Minifigures include General Maximillian, AT-AT Driver, Snowtrooper Commander, Snowtrooper

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Who can stop the Empire’s intimidating AT-AT – All Terrain Armored Transport – walker? Seat the AT-AT Driver and a Snowtrooper in the cockpit of this mighty war machine and move the head to aim the spring-loaded shooters. Pose the legs, trigger the trap door in the body and open up the side hatches for enhanced playability.

Collect the 75049 Snowspeeder (sold separately) to play out the classic Battle of Hoth scene from Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back! Includes 5 minifigures with assorted weapons and an accessory: AT-AT Driver, General Veers, Snowtrooper Commander and 2 Snowtroopers.

 

2014 Summer LEGO Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer (75055)

1,359 pieces | $129.99 | Minifigures include Darth Vader, Imperial Officer, Imperial Navy Trooper, Imperial Crew, Imperial Stormtrooper

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Product Description

Experience the power of the Empire! The Imperial Star Destroyer is the signature vessel of the Imperial fleet. Turn the rear handle to aim the 8 synchronized cannons and unleash the spring-loaded shooters mounted on the superstructure. Remove the top to reveal the stunningly detailed interior with never-before-seen Emperor Palpatine hologram, rotating chairs for the crew, weapons rack, bridge, control panel and more.

Recreate scenes featuring the evil Sith Lord Darth Vader from the classic Star Wars movies with this iconic model and use the lifting handle for enhanced play and easy transportation. Includes 6 minifigures with assorted weapons: Darth Vader, Imperial Officer, 2 Stormtroopers, Imperial Crew, Imperial Navy Trooper, plus 2 new, unique figures: Emperor Palpatine Hologram and a Mouse Droid.