Well, this is something out of the ordinary. Though the infamous prankster’s day has already passed, I’m still amazed at the length LEGO will go through to make things a bit more fun. Because as it turned out, LEGO was kind enough to officially distribute its LEGO The Majestic Horse (010423) set to select LEGO fan media outlets as part of its April 1st joke.
The LEGO The Majestic Horse is Not What You Think It Is
Just to be clear, this is an actual set and I opted to share this a few days after April 1 to save this news from being brushed off as another April Fool’s prank. As mentioned in its box, the LEGO The Majestic Horse (010423) is an 18+ set and clocks in at 475 pieces. It’s hilarious how LEGO gave a hint of things to come with the set number itself being a play on the date of April 1st.
But the fun happens when you finally happen to finish the build. Instead of having a galloping horse, you are greeted by the iconic doge meme of the Internet. Instead of a horse, you’ll have a vignette of a Shiba Inu wearing a pair of Sonic’s red shoes and one that doesn’t mind pooping on the racing track.
Unfortunately, there are only 10 of these sets in existence according to The Brick Fan. These sets were given to select recognized LEGO fan media outlets for review (Brickset did a great one on this set), and I’m not sure if LEGO will be releasing the building instructions for its LEGO The Majestic Horse (010423) set anytime soon. I sure hope they do since it’s a fun and healthy way to prank someone even if it’s not April Fool’s Day.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars Episode VI, LEGO took to social media to give a hint of things to come with its new LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi set. Return of the Jedi is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year since its first theatrical run in May 1983. To celebrate this milestone, LEGO somewhat teases the imminent reveal of its new sets inspired by the events of the iconic film.
The teaser announcement came in via its official Twitter page, highlighting a couple of photos that show children donning costumes and props, re-enacting key moments of the film. We have a photo that seems to hint at the famous speeder bike chase on the forest moon of Endor and another that shows the iconic showdown between the Emperor and Luke Skywalker in the Emperor’s throne room.
LEGO Teases Their New LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi Sets Over at Social Media
Interestingly, the photo on this video clip includes several LEGO parts and pieces that may hint at two new LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi sets that will be revealed soon. And if you look closely at the banner photo that LEGO used for its Twitter and Facebook pages, these LEGO parts and pieces were given a more prominent view.
As you may have guessed, the build on the left side of the photo, together with the large circular plate, are all parts of the Emperor’s throne room. Those on the right shows remnants of a Speeder Bike as it is surrounded by plant or foliage similar to how we can imagine in the forests of Endor.
And if you’re following the trail of LEGO Star Wars leaks recently, then there is some buzz surrounding a couple of new LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi sets specifically the Emperor’s Throne Room (75352) and the Endor Speed Chase (75353). Details are still scant about these sets, but according to Brickset, the former is expected to clock in at 807 pieces, while the latter is at 608 pieces. Given their size and LEGO’s marketing approach to these sets, we can somewhat glimpse that these may be intended for AFOLs especially considering that the film itself is already celebrating its 40th anniversary.
The new LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi sets takes their inspiration from these previous sets, but follow a diorama style that is intended to be more of a display set.
Though there are plenty of images and even reviews of these upcoming LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi sets out there, apparently because of another 3rd-party retailer slip-up, they are still not officially revealed by LEGO. But a quick look at these sources (if you don’t mind having a spoiler or two), shows that these new sets take their inspiration from previous ones such as the Ewok Attack (7956) from 2011 and the Death Star Final Duel (75093) from 2015. But this time, the newer iterations follow a more diorama-like format bearing the movie’s 4oth anniversary logo.
In the meantime, we have just to wait for LEGO’s official reveal of its new LEGO Star Wars Return of the Jedi sets any time soon, and hopefully, this month. Just remember to keep tabs on our blog for the latest LEGO Star Wars news and updates.
If you’re into collecting LEGO books (and the exclusive minifigures that go with them), chances are, you already have your sights on the upcoming LEGO Harry Potter: Magical Year at Hogwarts and LEGO Marvel Visual Dictionary 2023 books. And in case you need to know, there are more LEGO books over at Amazon that you can now pre-order today. Check out this list of upcoming LEGO-inspired books, including some that also come with LEGO pieces and exclusive minifigures.
Feel free to add these LEGO books over at Amazon to your wishlist or pre-order them today to secure your copy. You may click on their respective affiliate links below, where every purchase you make through these links allows us to earn a small commission.
$16.99 | Comes with exclusive mini-model | This title will be released on May 2, 2023.
A fun collection of more than 50 vacation-themed ideas for LEGO models to inspire young builders on the go.
Grab your LEGO collection and go on a great adventure!
Explore the world with your LEGO bricks—whether it is a trip to the park, an epic camping weekend, or your dream family vacation. Bring your LEGO bricks along for the ride or use them to imagine a LEGO vacation.
Play games around the campfire, build Rocky Mountains to climb, or imagine dense jungles to trek through. Be inspired by nature and build animals and ecosystems. Take your minifigures on an exploration to discover more about the world around you. Plus there are plenty of fun ideas and games for a stay-cation, too—no adventure is too small for a minifigure!
With more than 50 new LEGO ideas, you’ll have everything you need for a LEGO adventure on the go!
$24.99 | This title will be released on May 2, 2023.
An updated edition of the must-have guide to trivia about the LEGO world, featuring the latest facts and images.
Find out everything you ever wanted to know about bricks and minifigures with stacks of LEGO facts!
Did you know that 68,000 LEGO pieces are created every minute? Or that The LEGO Group is one of the biggest manufacturers of tires in the world? This must-have guide for LEGO fans of every age is crammed full of fascinating LEGO trivia. From the first brick to the latest record-breaking build, discover everything there is to know about the LEGO world.
$19.99 | This title will be released on August 8, 2023.
A whistle-stop tour of the most amazing features and places on planet Earth, illustrated with LEGO models, including tips for budding LEGO builders
Explore our amazing planet – and learn to build the most incredible things on Earth!
There is so much to see on planet Earth. From the rainforest canopy to the deepest depths of the Pacific Ocean, discover plants, animals, and the geological features that make up our planet. Travel the continents and look inside volcanoes, mountains, geysers, and much more. Visit the Amazon, check out the world’s tallest waterfall, and explore the most incredible places on the planet without leaving home. With more than 100 LEGO models to inspire you, what on Earth will you build?
$19.99 | Comes with 60 LEGO pieces | This title will be released on September 19, 2023.
Build in some time for festive fun with the whole family!
With more than 50 all-new winter holiday-themed games and activities, there is something to keep everyone entertained during the whole festive season. Grab this book and your LEGO bricks and get ready for a jolly time at ho-ho-home with your friends and family! Comes with 60 bricks to help you play the games in the book.
$19.99 | Includes an exclusive LEGO Ninjago minifigure | This title will be released on October 3, 2023.
Step into the action-packed world of LEGO NINJAGO and discover everything there is to know about the legendary Ninja!
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the NINJA? Join Lloyd and the Ninja on an amazing journey of discovery. Learn the truth about the Ninja’s incredible powers. Uncover secrets about mysterious locations. Revisit ancient history and fierce battles. Get up close with great vehicles, mighty mechs, fantastic dragons, and much more in this must-have guide to the NINJAGO world.
$49.99 | This title will be released on October 17, 2023.
An oversized full-color hardcover volume exploring the birth and early life of LEGO® Space—the iconic toy line that inspired imagination and exploration the world over!
LEGO toys have sparked creativity and joy for generations, delighting families with every new connection. Now, LEGOSpace: 1978–1992 explores the latter half of the twentieth century through the lens of LEGO Space—illuminating the brand’s history alongside the popular culture and world events that helped to shape it. This collection includes statistics and trivia for each set from across nearly two decades, fascinating insights into the LEGO Group as a company, and celebrations of the talented designers who helped to create each essential piece and kit.
This gorgeous chronicle is perfect for LEGO fans and builders of all ages, and will excite any reader with an interest in the fascinating history of the peerless and classic building toy!
Following the reveal of the upcoming book LEGO Harry Potter: Magical Year at Hogwarts, New Zealand online store Mighty Ape just listed another new LEGO book that will come with an exclusive LEGO Marvel minifigure. The LEGO Marvel Visual Dictionary 2023 is now available for pre-order, with a release date of September 5, 2023, in NZ.
The LEGO Marvel Visual Dictionary 2023 is expected to retail for $30, with the option to pre-order it at the Mighty Ape online store. I’ll update this post once this newest LEGO book is available over at Amazon.
Expected to retail for $30 | This product will be released on September 5, 2023.
Product Description
With an exclusive minifigure, this expansive visual dictionary showcases the exciting world of LEGO Marvel in unparalleled detail Jump into the action-packed LEGO Marvel multiverse with DK’s latest Visual Dictionary, complete with an exclusive minifigure. Discover everything you need to know about the latest sets, vehicles, and minifigures. See every detail of the Guardians of the Galaxy’s spaceship, explore Doctor Strange’s Sanctum Sanctorum, examine the advanced vehicles of Wakanda, discover Spider-Man’s most dastardly villains, and find out about your favorite LEGO Marvel minifigures – from Black Panther to The Scarlet Witch. Meet all the iconic LEGO Marvel characters and learn about their allies, villains, skills, vehicles, and locations.
LEGO book publisher Ameet has just revealed another LEGO book that Harry Potter fans may want to pre-order as early as today. The LEGO Harry Potter Magical Year at Hogwarts is the next LEGO book that also comes with buildable LEGO pieces to create magical mini-builds. Plus, it’s a great way to instantly have not one, but three LEGO Harry Potter minifigures.
Retailing for $25 over at Amazon, the LEGO Harry Potter Magical Year at Hogwarts includes the minifigure versions of Harry, Ron, and Hermione during their first years at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
In addition to the exciting mini-builds and pop-up play dioramas, the LEGO Harry Potter Magical Year at Hogwarts also features fun facts and anecdotes about the iconic school of magic. First-time LEGO Harry Potter collectors will also find this book helpful as they discover the mysteries of Hogwarts and learn more about the fascinating teachers, spells, and magical creatures that inhabit the wizarding world.
You may click on the following affiliate link below if you wish to pre-order the LEGO Harry Potter Magical Year at Hogwarts today. Read on for more details about this book, and let me know in the comments below if this is something you’re looking forward to.
$24.99 | Available for pre-order and will be released on October 1, 2023
A brand-new format featuring 3 minifigures, mini-builds, and a pop-up diorama provides hours of interactive play in the world of LEGO® Harry Potter™!
Lead your favorite LEGO® Harry Potter™ characters through a year at Hogwarts™ with this amazing new activity box format. Featuring 3 minifigures (Harry, Ron, and Hermione), mini-builds, and a pop-up play diorama, this new format allows you to experience a magical school year from the time students board the Hogwarts Express in the fall, to when they return home for a summer holiday. Also features a book with fun facts and anecdotes that will help readers discover the mysteries of Hogwarts including the fascinating teachers, amazing spells, a house tournament, and other special school moments!
New format includes 3 LEGO® Harry Potter™ minifigures (Harry, Ron, and Hermione), minibuilds, and an amazing pop-up diorama for hours of imaginative and interactive play Contains a book with fun facts and stories that encourage creative play Makes the perfect gift for Christmas or any time of year―a great holiday gift for boys and girls, Christmas stocking stuffer, family activity gift, or birthday gift for kids ages 6 and up
LEGO has revealed another LEGO Star Wars tie-in set that takes inspiration from another upcoming Disney+ series. And just in time for the series premiere of the animated Young Jedi Adventures on April 26, LEGO.com has now listed a new LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple (75358).
Check Out These Features from the LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple Set
The set is expected to launch in July and features the characters of Jedi Younglings Lys Solay and Kai Brightstar as they go through adventures on becoming fully pledged Jedi Knights. The animated series is said to take place during the relatively peaceful time of the High Republic Era, long before the events of the main Star Wars films. I’m not sure of the year when the events of the Young Jedi Adventures will take place, but looking at the much younger character of Master Yoda and how he was rendered, I guess that the series will go way back to Star Wars lore.
There’s still much to learn about the Outer Rim planet of Tenoo, but seeing how LEGO devoted a set that references this mysterious planet, we can also guess that this location plays an important role in Star Wars canon.
Though the LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple is intended for younger LEGO builders, I will not be surprised if LEGO Star Wars AFOLs will want to add this set to their collection as well considering the minifigures that go along with the set. Coming in at 124 pieces, this set features the minifigure versions of Lys Solay and Kai Brightstar, including a new LEGO version of Master Yoda.
Read on for the rest of the product details of this LEGO 4+ set, and you may also click on the following affiliate link if you wish to add the LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple (75358) to your LEGO wishlist before its release on July 1, 2023.
124 pieces | Includes Lys Solay, Kai Brightstar, and Master Yoda minifigures | $39.99 | Coming Soon on July 1, 2023
Give young kids aged 4 and up an awesome first experience of building and playing in the LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple (75358) starter set. The temple has a ‘levitating’ rock function and a detailed interior with lots of playful features. There is also a training droid and balance test for Jedi training, plus a speeder bike. A cool gift for Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures fans, the set also includes new-for-June-2023 LEGO minifigures of Lys Solay and Kai Brightstar, plus a Master Yoda LEGO minifigure.
Fun to build The simple pictorial instructions are perfect for children who are only just learning to read. For added digital fun, the LEGO Builder app features intuitive zoom and rotate tools that let kids visualize their model as they build.
The 4+ experience LEGO Star Wars 4+ construction toys are specially designed with Starter Bricks so even first-time builders can construct vehicles, buildings, and more with just a little help from an adult or older sibling.
Learn-to-build LEGO® Star Wars™ set (75358) – Young kids can quickly build the LEGO Star Wars Tenoo Jedi Temple and pretend to be Jedi apprentices in training with this fun-packed starter set
3 LEGO® Star Wars™ minifigures – Lys Solay and Kai Brightstar with mid-size legs and Master Yoda with small legs. Each character has a lightsaber for Jedi training
Tenoo Jedi Temple – Features a ‘levitating’ rock function, a kitchen with a buildable blue milk carton, bunk beds with a hinged ladder, 2 clips for lightsabers, and a crystal element
Buildable toy speeder bike and Jedi training equipment – The speeder bike has space for all 3 LEGO® minifigures, and there is a training droid and balance test to inspire children’s imaginations
Gift idea for preschoolers – This 124-piece LEGO® Star Wars™ starter set makes a fun birthday present, holiday gift, or surprise treat for Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures fans aged 4 and up
Compact set for play on the go – The temple measures over 4.5 in. (12 cm) high, 5.5 in. (14 cm) wide, and 3.5 in. (8 cm) deep
The next gift-with-purchase set, the LEGO Pirate Ship Playground (40589) is officially revealed!
Last week, we caught a glimpse of what could be our next gift-with-purchase (or GWP) set following other promotional freebies such as the LEGO Flowerpot and LEGO Houses of the World 2. And thanks to LEGO Australia’s home shopping portal, we now get to see the official images and product description of the LEGO Pirate Ship Playground (40589).
What’s New with the LEGO Pirate Ship Playground Set
This latest GWP set comes in at 168 pieces and includes two children’s minifigures in their pirate garb. The build itself is a playful, brick-built take on a mini pirate ship as our minifigure characters will have it. Plus, it also includes a slide, a cute rotating octopus, a treasure chest, and a palm tree. The playfulness of this set is somehow reminiscent of what we can find from last year’s LEGO VIP exclusive gift which is the Pirate Adventure Ride (6432431) and LEGO Ideas Cosmic Cardboard Adventures (40533).
Valued at $30, there is no word yet on how much you need to spend online or in-store to bag this freebie. If LEGO intends to have this as a Children’s Day gift as the product description suggests, then we might see a release date sometime in June. Children’s Day in the US is celebrated every June 11 so we might see a release date for the LEGO Pirate Ship Playground around the first week of June.
Check out the rest of the details of this promotional set as seen over at LEGO.com. Stay tuned for future updates on this promotional set’s availability.
168 pieces | Valued at $29.99 | Coming soon as a gift-with-purchase set sometime in June, 2023
Inspire imaginative play for kids aged 7 and up as they have fun building this sweet LEGO Pirate Ship Playground (40589). The pirate ship comes with a slide, a water cannon, 2 kid minifigures, a palm tree, a rotating octopus, and other fun pirate-themed details. This set makes a great gift to celebrate Children’s Day or any other occasion.
Creative play for kids – Give your little shipmates a fun building set with this LEGO Pirate Ship Playground (40589) set for kids aged 7 and up. Makes a gift idea for Children’s Day
Pirate-themed features – The build includes a slide, a water cannon, 2 kid minifigures, a palm tree, a rotating octopus, and other fun features
Dimensions – The model measures over 4 in. (12 cm) high, 9 in. (25 cm) wide and 5 in. (14 cm) deep
It looks like the LEGO BrickHeadz theme is spreading its Star Wars roots once more, especially since this year marks the 40th anniversary of Star Wars Return of the Jedi. LEGO.com Malaysia has now listed a new LEGO BrickHeadz Battle of Endor Heroes (40623) set that rallies together the key champions of the galactic Rebellion.
The set further expands the LEGO BrickHeadz Star Wars line by rendering the characters of Luke Skywalker (in his Jedi outfit), RD-D2, Lando Calrissian, Wicket, and Princess Leia, giving them their official BrickHeadz versions. The 5-character set comes in at 549 pieces and is still yet to have a retail price to be published.
As of this posting, the LEGO online store in the US and the rest of the world is yet to be updated to include this latest offering. But given its number of pieces as a licensed set, we can somewhat expect this to retail for around $40.
In the meantime, check out the set’s official product description and images.
UPDATE: The LEGO online store in the US has now been updated to include this latest LEGO BrickHeadz set. Click on the affiliate link below if you wish to add this to your wishlist before its release on May 1st.
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with 5 LEGO BrickHeadz Battle of Endor Heroes (40623). A great gift idea for fans aged 10 and up, this set features buildable LEGO® BrickHeadz™ Star Wars™ figures of Luke Skywalker, R2-D2, Lando Calrissian, Wicket, and Princess Leia in authentic outfits, plus Luke’s lightsaber, Wicket’s spear, and Leia’s snack element. The collectible, brick-built characters come with baseplates to create a truly heroic display.
Build 5 LEGO BrickHeadz Battle of Endor Heroes (40623) – Buildable LEGO® BrickHeadz™ figures of Luke Skywalker, R2-D2, Lando Calrissian, Wicket, and Princess Leia in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi outfits
Made for display – Each character in this 549-piece building set for kids aged 10+ comes with a baseplate for display. The set also includes Luke’s lightsaber, Wicket’s spear, and Leia’s snack element
Premium-quality gift – This set makes a fun birthday or holiday gift for Star Wars™ fans aged 10+. The R2-D2 LEGO® droid figure stands over 2 in. (5 cm) tall
Stephen is hosting another huge giveaway event at Whatnot, and the LEGO Star Wars faithful won’t want to miss it. The highlight of the giveaway is the mammoth-sized LEGO Star Wars UCS Razor Crest 75331 from last year, inspired by the hit series The Mandalorian. This is a rare opportunity for LEGO collectors and Star Wars fans to have the chance to add this rare set to their collection for free.
Grab Your LEGO Star Wars UCS Razor Crest 75331 on our Next WhatNot Raffle!
To join the raffle, participants need to join our next WhatNot auction where they will be offered rare minifigures and custom LEGO sets by Build Better Bricks. As an added bonus, first-time participants will receive a joining bonus of $15, which can be used towards the auction or the raffle.
But that’s not all! Aside from the grand giveaway, participants will also have the chance to win some preliminary prizes such as the LEGO Star Wars AT-TE (75337)set, and an exclusive Brick Show LEGO Easter Bundle.
Super exclusive sets like the UCS Razor Crest 75331 are hard to come by, and the opportunity to win them is even rarer. With this super exciting giveaway event, LEGO enthusiasts and Star Wars fans alike have a chance to win and add these super-sized sets to their Star Wars collection.
Joining the raffle is easy. All participants need to do is visit Whatnot and join the auction to get their chance to win these amazing prizes. Don’t miss this chance to add the LEGO Star Wars UCS Razor Crest 75331 to your collection and win other exciting prizes. Be sure to join via this Whatnot link (for first-time signups) on or before 4:30 PM EST.
Following the official reveal of the LEGO Houses of the World 2, we now have another promotional set that deserves a spot in your LEGO flora collection. The beautifully brick-rendered LEGO Flowerpot (40588) is our next gift-with-purchase set to watch out for.
Currently listed on LEGO’s Australian web store, the LEGO Flowerpot is valued at $40 and comes in at 292 pieces. As of this post, this promotional set is not yet listed at LEGO.com US and details on how to redeem this set are not yet published. But given the value of this set, it is likely that it may also be offered for free once you reach a minimum LEGO spend of $250 or more.
The LEGO Flowerpot is inspired by LEGO’s Botanical Collection featuring several springtime favorites such as cherry blossoms and billy buttons. Its box art comes in a predominantly lavender color and also bears LEGO’s limited-edition branding at the bottom.
I’ll keep you posted once more details come in, especially about this set’s promo mechanics. In the meantime, check out the rest of its product details and images below.
LEGO Flowerpot (40588)
292 pieces | Gift-with-purchase set valued at $39.99
Enjoy a mindful building project with a display piece to cherish as you build all the details of this LEGO® Flowerpot (40588). The elegant flowerpot holds LEGO interpretations of springtime favorites such as cherry blossoms, billy buttons, and other blooms. This LEGO flower-building set makes a great gift for plant lovers or anyone aged 12 and over with a passion for home decor.
LEGO® flower building set – The flowerpot comes with LEGO versions of springtime flowers including cherry blossom, Salix discolor, and billy buttons
A gift for home decor fans – This LEGO® Flowerpot (40588) set makes a mindful building project for anyone with a passion for plants or home decoration
Measurements – The model measures over 29 cm (11 in.) high, 12 cm (4 in.) wide, and 12 cm (4 in.) deep
