Mandalorianknight Posted March 1 Posted March 1 22 hours ago, CloneCommando99 said: Personally I see Peacemaker Season 2 as something that was already going to happen before Gunn took over. Same for creature commandos. He just retooled them to fit with the new vision but they’re the equivalent of Moon Knight and Moongirl with Marvel. I don't understand the comparison- Moon Knight and Moon Girl are completely unrelated characters. I don't know if they've ever even met- maybe a family-friendly MK's shown up in her show or something but she's definitely not in the Moon Knight comics AFAIK. It's not like Moon Girl is a multiversal variant of MK or they're both powered by khonshu or something. 22 hours ago, Renny The Spaceman said: If I were more optimistic about the theme I'd say a comic based one could be supported by the bad price as they'd make more new prints for the comic based roster but we all know that means nothing The shadow box had a pretty solid PPP but also was like 80% basic bricks, so I do think your "it's just really overpriced there's nothing special" thing is probably true. 2 hours ago, CloneCommando99 said: So Mattel is regaining the DC license in 2026. Combined with the news that the Mattel Brickshop is coming into existence, I wonder if Lego is going to lose the DC license entirely. Or whether they’re going to step up their game. It's entirely possible, I've been saying lego batman's 4+ sets are the only things stopping it from being brought into icons, but if Mattel's got a competitor brand coming up and gets the license too, lego DC is cooked. Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 1 Posted March 1 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Mandalorianknight said: I don't understand the comparison- Moon Knight and Moon Girl are completely unrelated characters. I don't know if they've ever even met- maybe a family-friendly MK's shown up in her show or something but she's definitely not in the Moon Knight comics AFAIK. It's not like Moon Girl is a multiversal variant of MK or they're both powered by khonshu or something. The shadow box had a pretty solid PPP but also was like 80% basic bricks, so I do think your "it's just really overpriced there's nothing special" thing is probably true. It's entirely possible, I've been saying lego batman's 4+ sets are the only things stopping it from being brought into icons, but if Mattel's got a competitor brand coming up and gets the license too, lego DC is cooked. No matter how big Lego's prices get it will always be the #1 building block brand You don't hear much about Mega Blocks anymore, not that they were a challenge but they were the biggest rival, who knows what happens with Mattel, they might just give up on the building block idea after a few products if it doesn't sell I think if The Dark Knight Trilogy or Burton films never ever existed then Lego would probably just give it up already, The Batman was amazing but it was just one movie, not much you could make sets from, BVS I liked but that didn't do well sadly, the Arkham Games have lots of stuff you can make sets of if you just slap the 18+ label on, Comics obviously are the blue print but Lego has gone away from doing those comic based sets, 2006 Lego Batman was heavily based on the Tim Burton movies and small bit of the comics I just hope I can get a playscale Batpod and Bane's Tumbler, A UCS Battinson Batmobile and A UCS Batfleck one, maybe even a TDKR Batcave Obvious choices yet Lego won't do em, it'll always be a gimmick type set instead of obvious playsets and display models At least end the theme with a good set and that's it Rivendell got the love that Lego DC deserves, they went all out with that one Edited March 1 by Lego Nostalgia Quote
icm Posted March 1 Posted March 1 Actually, Mega is still going strong. It's just not the only alternative brand on anybody's radar anymore. Quote
Lionbear8 Posted March 1 Posted March 1 1 hour ago, Lego Nostalgia said: It's mostly Action Figures and Adult Collectibles, I'm glad Mattel is getting it but I would rather Hasbro got it, as an Action Figure collector also, Mcfarlane currently has the DC license and their figures are pure shit, cheap quality, poor articulation, barely any accessories ( you had to get another figure to get a different fist) and they were 7inch instead of the usual 6Inch like Marvel and SW, and the guy who owns Mcfarlane is greedy and makes popular figures limited edition, he also charged 260$ for a Joker and Murray 2 pack with a backdrop because he said WB told him it had to be that price, IT'S RIDICULOUS, thankfully Mattel got it back, I know this has nothing to do with Lego but it proves that there are faults in every toy company I wouldn't worry about Mattel making DC building sets and taking the theme from Lego, I don't think that'll happen, Lego Batman is an Iconic brand and I don't think Lego would give that up, If they keep Batman then they have to keep DC since they're apart of the same universe But you never know Might be a good thing in a way, Marvel won't have to share their budget, however I'd be sad to not get The Batman 2 sets if that movie ever happens, I think Bricklink is the best option for the lack of DC sets, most of the old sets haven't gone up much, the Batmobile and Twoface set from 2012 goes for around 80-100$, Justice League sets aren't a bad price either One thing for sure is that Lego DC is in better shape than Lego Indiana Jones, that theme is DEAD DEAD the amount of figures mcfarlene pumps out is pretty good. the vehicles are pretty good. the Super friends theme pretty good. the 66 range pretty good. articulation pretty good. but we talk Lego here. the way Lego pumps out DC pretty s$&t... the lego prices DC pretty s$$t I could go on. However I do agree Lego will not remove the licence, it be the dumbest thing they could do, other brands would jump at it in a heart beat. we just solider on and wish for the best for this theme! PS I do hope everyone on theis sub has purchased at least 2 Superman mechs. wallets talk you know... Quote
calebcold3 Posted March 1 Posted March 1 1 hour ago, Mandalorianknight said: It's entirely possible, I've been saying lego batman's 4+ sets are the only things stopping it from being brought into icons, but if Mattel's got a competitor brand coming up and gets the license too, lego DC is cooked. I could realistically see LEGO DC's final year being 2026 assuming Mattel does stuff with the license. Kinda ironic cause 2026 is the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman. Maybe they can work out a deal where LEGO Does Icons sets for Batman while Mattel's competing brand does sets for other DC heroes (regardless if Superman does well or not). Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 2 Posted March 2 2 hours ago, calebcold3 said: I could realistically see LEGO DC's final year being 2026 assuming Mattel does stuff with the license. Kinda ironic cause 2026 is the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman. Maybe they can work out a deal where LEGO Does Icons sets for Batman while Mattel's competing brand does sets for other DC heroes (regardless if Superman does well or not). When we get to July and IF Superman fails then I think it's safe to say that's the confirmed death of the theme and the DC Brand as a whole besides Batman A few stories here and there about a supposed Insider that went to a test screening said it was terrible, whether it's true or not I'd give it a 50/50 at this rate, this is directed by the guy that said The Flash is the best comic superhero movie ever made I want this movie to succeed and I hope I and everyone else likes it but I just can't get out of my head that this will be another GOTG/Peacemaker/Suicide Squad, comedy type Gunn film, it's going to be The Flash all over again, false praise and when it's released it bombs, I really hope it does well and is good but can you guys tell me if my concerns are reasonable ? I just fear it'll be a goofy comedy That shot where he was cross eyed too was bad Trailer looked good though but we have been deceived with trailers many times before 3 hours ago, icm said: Actually, Mega is still going strong. It's just not the only alternative brand on anybody's radar anymore. In a way I hope someone overtakes Lego in the block brand so Lego will improve their quality and make an effort again, they need that push The set designs are good but it's the overpricing for a small scene and poor reuses and less prints on the figures compared to 5 years ago Quote
Lionbear8 Posted March 2 Posted March 2 3 hours ago, calebcold3 said: I could realistically see LEGO DC's final year being 2026 assuming Mattel does stuff with the license. Kinda ironic cause 2026 is the 20th anniversary of LEGO Batman. Maybe they can work out a deal where LEGO Does Icons sets for Batman while Mattel's competing brand does sets for other DC heroes (regardless if Superman does well or not). I did not know we have a lego marketing expert here. maybe Lego should just keep releasing Batman sets for a very long time including the odd bat vehicles.and D2C on a year to year basis as some of us collectors do enjoy this. also so much negativity about Superman not making bank, being a success. come on guys, give the movie a shot!! Quote
calebcold3 Posted March 2 Posted March 2 1 hour ago, Lionbear8 said: I did not know we have a lego marketing expert here. maybe Lego should just keep releasing Batman sets for a very long time including the odd bat vehicles.and D2C on a year to year basis as some of us collectors do enjoy this. also so much negativity about Superman not making bank, being a success. come on guys, give the movie a shot!! Turtle is this your alt account? Also, why did you get so defensive over a guess I made that could or could not happen? I didn't say I want DC to stop having LEGO sets after 2026. I would LOVE For LEGO to have the rights for DC as long as humanly possible (granted if they actually do jackshit with the theme outside of Batman), but it's best to expect the worst from LEGO when it comes to DC in the 2020s. Like MJ says, "expect disappointment and you won't be disappointed". I tell myself that everyday with this theme, ESPECIALLY when we should've gotten at least 1, ONE Superman movie set this summer. It literally could be the easiest set to make. I'm excited for Superman but it's not a guarantee the movie will be box office hit. I LOVE the GOTG Trilogy and even the Christmas Special so I have faith in Gunn, but when it comes to the box office, Superman is not an 100% sure fire hit, especially in this day and age of superhero movies. and with that said.. 2 hours ago, Lego Nostalgia said: When we get to July and IF Superman fails then I think it's safe to say that's the confirmed death of the theme and the DC Brand as a whole besides Batman A few stories here and there about a supposed Insider that went to a test screening said it was terrible, whether it's true or not I'd give it a 50/50 at this rate, this is directed by the guy that said The Flash is the best comic superhero movie ever made I want this movie to succeed and I hope I and everyone else likes it but I just can't get out of my head that this will be another GOTG/Peacemaker/Suicide Squad, comedy type Gunn film, it's going to be The Flash all over again, false praise and when it's released it bombs, I really hope it does well and is good but can you guys tell me if my concerns are reasonable ? I just fear it'll be a goofy comedy That shot where he was cross eyed too was bad Trailer looked good though but we have been deceived with trailers many times before I really enjoyed the trailers so far (well.. the cross eyed shot was weird) and like I mentioned before, The GOTG trilogy (and holiday special) holds a very dear place in my heart. But I feel like Superman could be a good challenge for Gunn. Sure, there are many many wonderful sincere moments in the GOTG trilogy, but over all, some things that work for Guardians wouldn't work for Superman. It's like how I love Pizza and I love Chicken McNuggets, but for different reasons. So, I'm excited to see Gunn do a movie that's outside of his comfort zone. I do think your concerns are reasonable but I'm excited for the movie nevertheless. Bring on July 11th. Quote
Renny The Spaceman Posted March 2 Posted March 2 For those interested, LEGO now has technically designed an official minifigure for an R rated DC property with this Bloodsport design in LEGO Fortnite Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 2 Posted March 2 2 hours ago, Renny The Spaceman said: For those interested, LEGO now has technically designed an official minifigure for an R rated DC property with this Bloodsport design in LEGO Fortnite It's from a comic design I'm sure, it's not the suit from the movie so they wouldn't have to worry about the rating Quote
Renny The Spaceman Posted March 2 Posted March 2 21 minutes ago, Lego Nostalgia said: It's from a comic design I'm sure, it's not the suit from the movie so they wouldn't have to worry about the rating No it's not actually, comic Bloodsport isn't in the game, only the movie version. Dunno why it isn't blue though both the comic and movie version of the character wear blue. Quote
Mandalorianknight Posted March 2 Posted March 2 1 hour ago, Renny The Spaceman said: No it's not actually, comic Bloodsport isn't in the game, only the movie version. Dunno why it isn't blue though both the comic and movie version of the character wear blue. The lego minifigure you showed doesn't look like movie Bloodsport, I think that's the point he's making. Quote
Max_Lego Posted March 2 Posted March 2 This Bloodsport minifigure looks like the movie version more than anything else though Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 2 Posted March 2 8 minutes ago, Max_Lego said: This Bloodsport minifigure looks like the movie version more than anything else though Yes but he should be blue, not the first time a character had the wrong color suit, look at NWH Doc Ock If they added MCU Punisher and Daredevil, Peacemaker then that would just make me sad because we get it in a video game but not in a set Lego has always been weird with their no R-Rated stuff policy, Echo figure was a mistake yes but still, Indiana Jones was R-Rated I'm pretty sure since there's some gore in those, Stranger Things is not R-Rated but close to it, Batman V Superman had an ultimate edition that was R-Rated but that doesn't matter It's like Lawmakers, they change,remove or rewrite things all the time I'm sure Lego might change eventually with Marvel and DC and might go into the R-Rated properties more by giving us more Figures like MCU Daredevil and Punisher, MCU Blade, Deadpool & Wolverine the 18+ line makes that all possible now Lego is a bit stubborn though, I hate their so called policies, every other toy makes military stuff and Lego would make lots of money if they did it That jet from the Brave New World set is horrible, it should have been the accurate US fighter jet Quote
Mandalorianknight Posted March 2 Posted March 2 7 minutes ago, Lego Nostalgia said: Yes but he should be blue, not the first time a character had the wrong color suit, look at NWH Doc Ock If they added MCU Punisher and Daredevil, Peacemaker then that would just make me sad because we get it in a video game but not in a set Lego has always been weird with their no R-Rated stuff policy, Echo figure was a mistake yes but still, Indiana Jones was R-Rated I'm pretty sure since there's some gore in those, Stranger Things is not R-Rated but close to it, Batman V Superman had an ultimate edition that was R-Rated but that doesn't matter It's like Lawmakers, they change,remove or rewrite things all the time I'm sure Lego might change eventually with Marvel and DC and might go into the R-Rated properties more by giving us more Figures like MCU Daredevil and Punisher, MCU Blade, Deadpool & Wolverine the 18+ line makes that all possible now Lego is a bit stubborn though, I hate their so called policies, every other toy makes military stuff and Lego would make lots of money if they did it That jet from the Brave New World set is horrible, it should have been the accurate US fighter jet Lego's policy is very clearly not to make sets for R-rated (Or the equivalents: TV-MA and M for games) content. -Like you said, Echo was a mistake. The figure had already been created by the time that change came out -Indiana Jones is not and never has been rated R. Temple of doom is responsible for the creation of PG-13 as a rating, but beforehand it was going to be PG, not R. And most of lego's licensed movie themes are for PG-13 content. -Stranger things isn't TV-MA, it's TV-14. Just like how Dune is pretty mature but PG-13. They have a line and they won't cross it. -The BvS sets weren't based off the ultimate edition but the theatrical version - I doubt lego was even AWARE of the ultimate edition when they made the sets. This would be like saying the Justice League 2017 sets are basically R-rated because of the Snyder Cut. -The 18+ line does not mean lego can produce sets based on 18+ properties. This has been pretty clear. We know it gives them a bit more leeway, enough to get comic versions of characters associated with an r-rating in onscreen media, but it didn't result in a policy change for lego. If they changed their rule to allow sets based on R/TV-MA/M properties back in 2020, we would have seen a BEVY of licenses for the most famous movies like that come out. We CERTAINLY would have had an 18+ Deadpool and Wolverine set at the very least. Lego's policy has always been pretty clear on this. No sets for R/TV-MA/M movies/shows/games. Doesn't matter if it's the equivalent rating in another country, or if it's TV-14 but "close" to TV-MA, or whatever, we know where the line is and that they won't cross it. I don't know what makes the policy "so called", either. As for the military one, I would disagree on that too, although it's Moreso just disagreement rather than "you're incorrect" because it's just your opinion. (Though again I don't understand why it's a "so-called" policy. It's a rule they have. I'm not sure what would make it illegitimate.) I completely respect that a toy company doesn't want to make toys about real wars. I don't necessarily agree with every decision that stems from that policy- I think the search-and-rescue Osprey was fine, for instance, but I respect the general policy. Quote
Max_Lego Posted March 2 Posted March 2 17 minutes ago, Lego Nostalgia said: Lego has always been weird with their no R-Rated stuff policy, Echo figure was a mistake yes but still, Indiana Jones was R-Rated I'm pretty sure since there's some gore in those I agree, but, in Indiana Jones' case, we are talking about movies, for which the very PG13 rating was created, so no I personally don't think TLG should lean into outright R-rated properties at all. There's more than enough interesting stuff outside that that Lego is yet to explore 2 minutes ago, Mandalorianknight said: I don't necessarily agree with every decision that stems from that policy- I think the search-and-rescue Osprey was fine, for instance, but I respect the general policy. As far as I know, the real reason that the Osprey set was cancelled was for the faulty mechanism which stressed gears Quote
Renny The Spaceman Posted March 2 Posted March 2 1 hour ago, Mandalorianknight said: The lego minifigure you showed doesn't look like movie Bloodsport, I think that's the point he's making. I know but legally and actually it's the movie version, that's the licensing that went into it so this, along with Agent Smith in the LEGO Batman movie is an example of a mature film getting an official minifigure design even if it's not a physical one. 53 minutes ago, Mandalorianknight said: As for the military one, I would disagree on that too, although it's Moreso just disagreement rather than "you're incorrect" because it's just your opinion. (Though again I don't understand why it's a "so-called" policy. It's a rule they have. I'm not sure what would make it illegitimate.) I completely respect that a toy company doesn't want to make toys about real wars. I don't necessarily agree with every decision that stems from that policy- I think the search-and-rescue Osprey was fine, for instance, but I respect the general policy. Yeah, especially as if they got the rights to make a real military vehicle they'd need to pay for the licence for that, which is why I'm fine with the Osprey being cancelled because in any small way actively funding any military is something I think any toy company of their size would be smart to avoid Quote
Mandalorianknight Posted March 2 Posted March 2 1 hour ago, Max_Lego said: I personally don't think TLG should lean into outright R-rated properties at all. There's more than enough interesting stuff outside that that Lego is yet to explore As far as I know, the real reason that the Osprey set was cancelled was for the faulty mechanism which stressed gears Completely agree. At the end of the day it's still a toy company. I wasn't aware of that, but that's good to know. 56 minutes ago, Renny The Spaceman said: Yeah, especially as if they got the rights to make a real military vehicle they'd need to pay for the licence for that, which is why I'm fine with the Osprey being cancelled because in any small way actively funding any military is something I think any toy company of their size would be smart to avoid Sure, but that's not really how licensing works. It's not like they fork over cash to the governments of the countries using Ospreys in their militaries. They'd give money to Boeing for licensing the search-and-rescue craft, and while the past couple years have shown it's probably smart to avoid licensing Boeing products for other reasons, it's not like the company's primarily known as a military contractor. I'm not gonna go look through every licensed technic set but I can't imagine with all the big motor companies they've licensed they've somehow managed avoiding anyone who does ancillary military vehicles. Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 2 Posted March 2 2 hours ago, Max_Lego said: I agree, but, in Indiana Jones' case, we are talking about movies, for which the very PG13 rating was created, so no I personally don't think TLG should lean into outright R-rated properties at all. There's more than enough interesting stuff outside that that Lego is yet to explore As far as I know, the real reason that the Osprey set was cancelled was for the faulty mechanism which stressed gears I only think Lego should make sets or figures from Marvel only R-Rated projects since they have the Marvel theme already, it would allow us to get the most wanted MCU design characters of The Punisher,Daredevil,Deadpool and Wolverine That's where I want a bend to that rule, make it just for the Marvel ones or DC I just hope we get a new Comic Deadpool soon, if he appeared in the Disney + special then that means Lego isn't 100% against him coming back, Deadpool was at Disneyland A Deadpool Mech would sell crazy Or a Deadpool vs Wolverine 2 pack Quote
Max_Lego Posted March 2 Posted March 2 2 minutes ago, Lego Nostalgia said: That's where I want a bend to that rule, make it just for the Marvel ones or DC Oh... Alright, then. Marvel and DC are fine, IMHO Quote
Lego Nostalgia Posted March 2 Posted March 2 A War Machine Punisher or Daredevil Mech would be cool too, I think one good thing about the Mechs is that it allows a way for us to get figures we don't normally get I forgot I'm on the DC Thread lol We truly are the Aslume 1 minute ago, Max_Lego said: Oh... Alright, then. Marvel and DC are fine, IMHO Right ? , if you have the IP already, it's ok to make products off the R-Rated movies as long as it's not heavily a sexual one, cause that would be more problematic than a Superhero Violence movie Hasbro is a toy company at the end of the day and they've made Deadpool and Wolverine action figures with the 14+ label, it's ridiculous that Lego can't do it, kids love Deadpool too and he's gotten more popular over the years that he's nearly as popular as Spider-Man,Batman,Superman When I was 13 I went to see the 1st Deadpool movie and loved it, I think Lego needs to grow up with their customers like MCU has with theirs, there was a time where Disney would never allow Daredevil,Punisher,Deadpool to happen or any R-Rated project for that matter and now since 2024 we've gotten it, I think Lego has the possibility to change their one rule for Marvel sometime I hope I remember when I was asking for Deadpool sets a year ago and @Falconfan1414 said ''Never say never'' that gave me so much false hope lol Quote
DaredevilFan Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Arkham has a similar piece count to the new Disney Castle which looks really good from outside. I wouldn’t mind if they made it a facade and not modular style like Marvel ones. Just make it a little less tall and make interior more detailed Quote
BatDeanj Posted March 4 Posted March 4 Im kind of hoping it can be expanded like the x-mansion. those of us that want it bigger can buy two and moc it together, its its a modular layout this should be easy. Just hope the rooms arnt tiny Quote
Classic_Spaceman Posted March 4 Posted March 4 5 hours ago, Roebuck said: Beauty and the Beast Castle: https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/first-look-at-lego-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/ Gaston’s torso would make an excellent classic Red Arrow - Just add a red quiver, red bow (CMF Cupid), and maybe some dual-moulded red/yellow legs! Quote
Agent Kallus Posted March 4 Posted March 4 I haven't posted in this thread for a little while, any news on the rest of the Lantern corps? Quote
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