REVIEW: 71028 LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2
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As you may or may not be aware that i have recently announced my retirement earlier, I have been temporary reinstated from retirement to come back and share with our Eurobricks Community with another CMFs tradition review. I must first apologies that the review will not be carried out as frequently which is solely on opportunity-based since I have not able to deliver the Eurobricks tradition as I have missed two CMFs series lineup - recent LEGO CMFs Batman Series 2 and LEGO CMFs Series 20 in 2020. Nonetheless, I am very glad of this opportunity which our EB Ambassador, Jim for facilitating this reviewing opportunity. Special thanks and mention to The LEGO Group (TLG) and my wife (Belun) for the support on this reviewing endeavor. Without further ado, I am very pleased to present my latest reviewing adventure on this brand new licensed LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 which will be available worldwide in September 2020. This will be my 31st LEGO pictorial reviews for the coverage of the LEGO Collectable Minifigures Series / LEGO Minifigures Theme
Name: 71028 LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2
Theme: LEGO System / Collectable Minifigures / Harry Potter
Year: 2020
Minifigs: 16 unique minifigures
Price for 1 box: USD N.A, GBP N.A EURO N.A, SGD $390.00
Price for 1 packet: USD $3.99, GBP 2.99, EURO N.A, SGD $6.50
Resources: Brickset, BrickLink, Brick Insights
An image of an 71028 LEGO Harry Potter Series 2
The LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 main colour schema is set behind a misty mysterious night scene in Hogwarts environment.
[Reference 1] [Reference 2] [Reference 3] [Reference 4]
What could possibly lurk within these mysterious sealed packets?
The subsequent expansion of minifigures varieties of the new Harry Potter sequel
This is the second LEGO Minifigures series to continue the coverage of next batch of 16 unique LEGO minifigures in the Harry Potter universe, after the successful launch of 71022 - LEGO Minifigures Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Series 1 in August 2018. The regular release of re-designed Harry Potter sets are still going on strong with great and exciting line-up for fans who have missed the LEGO Harry Potter series. By and large, the new series 2 focus more of the sequels when they are no longer children. With each new releases, the minifigures are getting better with newer/dated design accompanied with detailed improvements. The re-releases of these older designs can also help to soften the resale market of older sets by allowing fans to have more choices to choose from this re-branded universe - LEGO Wizarding World/Harry Potter. With this in mind, this second series seek to complement the minifigures which have not been featured in regular LEGO Harry Potter design sets and to serve as additional variants among them. Please be informed that a portion of the characters' references are linked to harrypotter.wikia.com for additional background information on the named characters for better appreciation.
DISCLAIMER: Please note the naming for all 16 minifigures that I have use in this review are likely to be official TLG minifigures naming for the LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2.
General Statistics for 71028 LEGO Harry Potter Series 2
Below is the combination which I have received from my box and I am very pleased to inform that I am able to form three complete sets with 12 spares. 4 Harry Potter
5 Albus Dumbledore (s)
4 Hermione Granger (s)
4 Ron Weasley (s)
4 Luna Lovegood (s)
5 Griphook (s)
3 Lily Potter (s)
3 James Potter (s)
3 Ginny Weasley (s)
3 Fred Weasley (s)
3 George Weasley (s)
3 Bellatrix Lestrange (s)
3 Kingsley Shacklebolt (s)
5 Moaning Myrtle(s)
4 Professor Pomona Sprout (s)
4 Neville Longbottom (s)
Front view of the LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 promotional poster
Back view of the LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 promotional poster
The 16 minifigures are dedicated to the Harry Potter books' characters. Each minifigure contained in this sealed packet. You can view more of the details at the back of the sealed packet. After you have opened all of the packet content, you will receive these spare and loose parts. As you flip to the back of the promotional poster, you will notice a set of simple instructions to guide those who are not familiar with the fixing of minifigures' accessories built and cape placement. These are some form of basic instructions to guide our very young builders who may not be too familiar with these building parts. The simple illustration is to ensure those minifigures are fixed correctly.
1) Harry Potter (Hogwarts Outfit)
Without further ado, let's bring out the first licensed minifigure design in this series. Harry Potter is the main protagonist and leading character based on JK Rowling's Harry Potter books. Harry Potter had appeared a total of 43 different variants till this date and is one of the most common minifigure in the Harry Potter universe. In the minifigure design, he is a teenager and his outfit seemed to reference from the movie in "Order of the Phoenix".
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The minifigure attire are pretty generic and be used for other customisation purposes. The book is actually entitled on Advanced Potion Making and it is a very neat piece of accessory featuring the folding book and 1x2 printed title of the spell recipe on it. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Harry Potter
Waiting for the last train
Expecto Patronum
Harry, what are you reading?
2) Albus Dumbledore
Meet the Headmaster of Hogwarts. I am pleased to see another variant Professor Albus Dumbledore with a more regal appearance in this release. He had appeared a total of 7 different variants till this date and in my personal opinion, this is a much nicer design with his red robe and the awesome design of Fawkes which is a steadfast supporter and companion to Dumbledore.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are excellent and is one of my favourite. The red phoenix could be easily used in medieval fantasy setting. The torso design and skirt dress can also be customised for other medieval customisation purposes. The wizard hat is combined together with his white hairpiece and it complements pretty well with his white beard. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Albus Dumbledore
The truly powerful Wizards
Meet Fawkes who will help you in your quest
Order of the Fabuland
3) Hermione Granger
The next in line is Hermione Granger with her casual outfit. She had appeared a total of 19 different variants till this date. She is holding a glass of butterbeer and it is certainly nice to see her winding down away from her books.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. The new drink accessory is a nice touch but it would be better to have an additional pet accompanying her. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Hermione Granger
May I have a shot at it?
Can I buy a pint for you?
4) Ron Weasley
The next minifigure is Ron Weasley in his casual attire, similar to the earlier minifigure. He had appeared a total of 19 different variants till this date. He is also holding a cup of butterbeer as well.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. The new drink accessory is similar and there are no other accessories or items to further distinguish between Ron and Hermione. I thought it was a missed chance to make it a little better apart from using the same set of accessories to associate with these two characters. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Ron Weasley
Best drinking buddies
Valet parking
5) Luna Lovegood
The next minifigure is also one of my favourite character known as Luna Lovegood. She had appeared a total of 4 different variants till this date. In this design, she was wearing a lion-topped hat to show her support for the Gryffindor Quidditch team whenever they play against the Slytherin Quidditch team. When Luna tapped the hat with her wand, the hat gave out a very loud lion roar.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. Luna wears a new headpiece featuring the lion-topped hat. It also include her blond hairpiece which will make her as a regular minifigure. This is a value added feature which help to modify her usage based on the occasions. Her torso design is pretty nice and is a step away from her usual pink. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view, alternate facial expression (lion-topped hat) and her regular hairpiece with the alternate expression.
Different variants of Luna Lovegood
Animal Tamer
Is there something behind me?
6) Griphook
The next minifigure is first of its kind known as Griphook. The goblin - Griphook works in the Gringotts Wizarding Bank in Diagon Alley. If you do not count the other goblins who do not have names inside the 4714 Gringotts Bank and 10217 Diagon Alley Griphook also holds the Sword of Gryffindor which is instrumental for Harry Potter to use the sword to destroy the Horcruxes.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are excellent. The goblin is also a fine design with the pointy ears and business corporate attire for the torso and short black legs. He also hold a key to the safe. The sword is actually the main attraction with the hilt and sides embedded with red rubies. This is the first of its kind to see such a very detailed and well designed sword from LEGO. I will be using the sword for my sigfig and I am very glad this minifigure is very common. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view.
Unlocking the safe
Making a withdrawal
Wielding the Sword of Gryffindor
7) Lily Potter
This is the first time we have seen an official LEGO minifigure design of Lily Potter, mother of Harry Potter. She was a muggle and attended Hogwarts and subsequently sorted into Gryffindor House. She took part in the First Wizarding War and married to James Potter. She gave up her life in order to protect her infant son - Harry Potter. I am very glad that we have a chance to see how Lily Potter represent in LEGO.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The attire is pretty nice and pleasant. The hairpiece also matched closely with her hair colour. The baby piece is the nice addition as I don't recall seeing a fleshie baby. Please do let me know if I have missed out any new "babies" recently. The baby wrap also have a golden "H" on it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Am I dreaming?
You shall not have my child
Which owl should I get for you?
8) James Potter
It took me a great pleasure to see that we finally see an official LEGO minifigure design of James Potter, father of Harry Potter. He was a pure-blood and attended Hogwarts and subsequently sorted into Gryffindor House. He took part in the First Wizarding War and married to Lily Potter. He was killed by Voldemort in his own residence as he does not have his wand with him to defend himself and his family. I am very glad that we have a chance to see how James Potter represent in LEGO.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The outfit is a pretty standard suit accompanied with a red scarf. I am very fond of the lovely photo of James and Lily Potter in the printed 2x4 tile with golden frame around it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Happily married
Like Father Like Son
Time to head home
Let's make sure Harry attend Hogwarts
9) Ginny Weasley
The next minifigure is Ginny Weasley in her elegant banquet attire where this design showed that she is attending a nice dinner and dance. She had appeared a total of 4 different variants. It is good to see her making an appearance into making this series. She is a pure-blood and lived in the Burrows with his other 6 elder brothers. She
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. It has a nice dress torso which is useful for customising minifigures. She is holding a drink cup with an ice cream topping on it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Ginny Weasley
Let's visit this shop
Magical ride
10) Fred Weasley
I am glad to see an updated design of the Weasley twins - Fred Weasley. Till this date, we only have seen this design from the earlier Diagon Alley set in 2011. He is holding the briefcase which is actually a disguise for him to store the bets relating to the Triwizard Tournament. You will probably notice the four names and their odds beneath the briefcase. This is a very unique touch to further diversify his entrepreneurship.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The outfit is much casual with the beanie together and the outfit is tailored for Fred Weasley which is a distinct difference from his twins counterpart - George Weasley. It included the amazing briefcase content which house the two pieces of 1x1 printed tiles of 6 and 3. There are two spare pieces for it as well. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Place your bets
Did you take our briefcase?
11) George Weasley
I am glad to see an updated design of the Weasley twins - George Weasley. Till this date, we only have seen this design from the earlier Diagon Alley set in 2011. He is holding the Marauder's Map that revealed the Hogwarts compound including secret passages.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The outfit is much casual with the beanie together and the outfit (unbuttoned) is tailored for George Weasley which is a distinct difference from his twins counterpart - Fred Weasley. It included the 2x2 printed tile of the Marauders Map. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Which set of twins is our family
Help us out
12) Bellatrix Lestrange
The next character is an antagonist and is known as Bellatrix Lestrange. She is a powerful pure-blood witch, who have managed to escaped from Azkaban Prison with the assistance of Lord Voldemort. Till this date, she has appeared a total of 2 different variants. I am glad to see a new variant of this character.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. It include a pair of handcuffs and one of which is a spare. It contained a printed 1x2 tile of her prison plate which she was marked as "Prisoner 93" who is sentenced to life in Azkaban Prison. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Bellatrix Lestrange
Welcome back
Prison Wardens
13) Kingsley Shacklebolt
The next character is the first ever appearance of Kingsley Shacklebolt. He is a pure-blood wizard working for the Ministry of Magic as an Auror and was instrumental in the unearthing of Lord Voldemort. His appearance is pretty accurately represented from head to toe in his purple outfit and blue sash. After the defeat of Lord Voldemort, he was named Acting Minister for Magic.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. It include a blue gown sash (which you must be careful not to cut the packet together with it) and a brown broomstick. I am very fond of his hat. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and closer look at the printing without the sash on it.
There is an emergency in Hogwarts
Pleased to meet you
Strong magic casters
14) Moaning Mytrle
The next Hogwarts character is a ghost spirit of Mytrle Warren, but now she is more commonly known as Moaning Mytrle who haunted the second-floor girls' bathroom at Hogwarts. While she was sulking most of the time in the bathroom, she also come into the possession of TMR book which is also known as the Tom Riddle's Diary and is also a piece of Horcrux.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The TMR book is an excellent piece of addition with a new 1x2 printed tile in it. The hairpiece is made up of rubbery material. It also come with the new accessory to help her alleviate. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Get out of here now
We will catch you
15) Professor Pomona Sprout
I am very pleased to see Professor Pomona Sprout included in this series. So far, we have only seen one design so far and it is timely to see a dated design. She is the Head of Hufflepuff House and Head of the Herbology department at Hogwarts. She is a key figure in the Battle of Hogwarts where she defended against the invaders with the students together.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The design is very nicely done with the overall appearance combined with the torso and skirt dress. It include a similar pot of mandrake which we have seen in the earlier series. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Now, it is your turn
Staff of Hogwarts
16) Neville Longbottom
The last minifigure is the unsurprisingly Neville Longbottom in his medium short legs with Hogwarts uniform - Gryffindor. I wonder if TLG have too many spare torsos and legs from the earlier series and it look like an impromptu attempt to form a last minute addition to include Neville Longbottom along with the earlier series. He had appeared a total of 4 different variants till this date. However, this minifigure does come with the new book entitled "The Monster Book of Monster" which is incredibly hard to read as the book will attempt to bite the reader's fingers off.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average due to the outstanding design of the book with an unique biting cover and printed 1x2 slope brick. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Neville Longbottom
Students of Hogwarts
The LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 will be launching on the 1st September 2020 (worldwide)
To conclude, the LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 has continued to impressed many LEGO fans especially fans of Harry Potter. Most of the characters are very welcoming and served to complement the previous Series 1 and the other sets which are released in recent years. I would think this will continue to serve to expand further as new movies on Fantastic Beasts - Where to Find them franchise continue. Time will tell what other excitement will TLG install for us.
Please note that all opinions and content shown in this Eurobricks pictorial review is from 'WhiteFang' and is not meant to represent LEGO official views. It is purely stated to share as a vantage point of a reviewer.
Please note that the The LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Series 1 contain the placement of LEGO spare parts/accessories - spare wands.
Summary review
Playability: 10/10 (New licensed characters' designs from the Harry Potter that can be integrated across many new and existing themes/settings.)
Design: 8/10 (A handful of exciting hairpieces, torsos and accessories but noted that some have been re-used quite extensively.)
Price: 6/10 (Pricing doesn't seem to be too friendly and I hope it can continue to maintain. Good that the distribution is very reasonable.)
Overall: 8/10 (Ready yourself for this new set of Harry Potter minifigures. Fans of Harry Potter will be looking forward to it)
I gave it a "5" based on my Review Score Card. What about yours?
I hope everyone of you enjoyed reading this simple review of mine. Comments and Criticisms are welcomed.
Pictures can be found in My Flickr.
If you are interested to read the past LEGO Collectable Minifigures Series reviews, you may find the following links below!
8683: Collectable Minifigures Series 1
8684: Collectable Minifigures Series 2
8803: Collectable Minifigures Series 3
8804: Collectable Minifigures Series 4
8805: Collectable Minifigures Series 5
8827: Collectable Minifigures Series 6
8831: Collectable Minifigures Series 7
8833: Collectable Minifigures Series 8
71000: Collectable Minifigures Series 9
71001: Collectable Minifigures Series 10
71002: Collectable Minifigures Series 11
71004: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Movie Series
71005: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Simpsons Series
71007: Collectable Minifigures Series 12
71008: Collectable Minifigures Series 13
71009: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Simpsons Series 2
71010: Collectable Minifigures Series 14
71011: Collectable Minifigures Series 15
71012: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Disney Series
71013: Collectable Minifigures Series 16
71014: Collectable Minifigures - DFB Football Series 2016
71017: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Batman Movie Series
71018: Collectable Minifigures Series 17
71019: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Ninjago Movie Series
71020: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Batman Movie Series 2
71021: Collectable Minifigures Series 18
71022: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Series 1
71023: Collectable Minifigures The LEGO Movie 2 Series
71024: Collectable Minifigures - The LEGO Disney Series 2
71025: Collectable Minifigures Series 19
41775: Unikitty Series 1
As you may or may not be aware that i have recently announced my retirement earlier, I have been temporary reinstated from retirement to come back and share with our Eurobricks Community with another CMFs tradition review. I must first apologies that the review will not be carried out as frequently which is solely on opportunity-based since I have not able to deliver the Eurobricks tradition as I have missed two CMFs series lineup - recent LEGO CMFs Batman Series 2 and LEGO CMFs Series 20 in 2020. Nonetheless, I am very glad of this opportunity which our EB Ambassador, Jim for facilitating this reviewing opportunity. Special thanks and mention to The LEGO Group (TLG) and my wife (Belun) for the support on this reviewing endeavor. Without further ado, I am very pleased to present my latest reviewing adventure on this brand new licensed LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 which will be available worldwide in September 2020. This will be my 31st LEGO pictorial reviews for the coverage of the LEGO Collectable Minifigures Series / LEGO Minifigures Theme
Name: 71028 LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2
Theme: LEGO System / Collectable Minifigures / Harry Potter
Year: 2020
Minifigs: 16 unique minifigures
Price for 1 box: USD N.A, GBP N.A EURO N.A, SGD $390.00
Price for 1 packet: USD $3.99, GBP 2.99, EURO N.A, SGD $6.50
Resources: Brickset, BrickLink, Brick Insights
An image of an 71028 LEGO Harry Potter Series 2
The LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 main colour schema is set behind a misty mysterious night scene in Hogwarts environment.
[Reference 1] [Reference 2] [Reference 3] [Reference 4]
What could possibly lurk within these mysterious sealed packets?
The subsequent expansion of minifigures varieties of the new Harry Potter sequel
This is the second LEGO Minifigures series to continue the coverage of next batch of 16 unique LEGO minifigures in the Harry Potter universe, after the successful launch of 71022 - LEGO Minifigures Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Series 1 in August 2018. The regular release of re-designed Harry Potter sets are still going on strong with great and exciting line-up for fans who have missed the LEGO Harry Potter series. By and large, the new series 2 focus more of the sequels when they are no longer children. With each new releases, the minifigures are getting better with newer/dated design accompanied with detailed improvements. The re-releases of these older designs can also help to soften the resale market of older sets by allowing fans to have more choices to choose from this re-branded universe - LEGO Wizarding World/Harry Potter. With this in mind, this second series seek to complement the minifigures which have not been featured in regular LEGO Harry Potter design sets and to serve as additional variants among them. Please be informed that a portion of the characters' references are linked to harrypotter.wikia.com for additional background information on the named characters for better appreciation.
DISCLAIMER: Please note the naming for all 16 minifigures that I have use in this review are likely to be official TLG minifigures naming for the LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2.
General Statistics for 71028 LEGO Harry Potter Series 2
Below is the combination which I have received from my box and I am very pleased to inform that I am able to form three complete sets with 12 spares. 4 Harry Potter
5 Albus Dumbledore (s)
4 Hermione Granger (s)
4 Ron Weasley (s)
4 Luna Lovegood (s)
5 Griphook (s)
3 Lily Potter (s)
3 James Potter (s)
3 Ginny Weasley (s)
3 Fred Weasley (s)
3 George Weasley (s)
3 Bellatrix Lestrange (s)
3 Kingsley Shacklebolt (s)
5 Moaning Myrtle(s)
4 Professor Pomona Sprout (s)
4 Neville Longbottom (s)
Front view of the LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 promotional poster
Back view of the LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 promotional poster
The 16 minifigures are dedicated to the Harry Potter books' characters. Each minifigure contained in this sealed packet. You can view more of the details at the back of the sealed packet. After you have opened all of the packet content, you will receive these spare and loose parts. As you flip to the back of the promotional poster, you will notice a set of simple instructions to guide those who are not familiar with the fixing of minifigures' accessories built and cape placement. These are some form of basic instructions to guide our very young builders who may not be too familiar with these building parts. The simple illustration is to ensure those minifigures are fixed correctly.
1) Harry Potter (Hogwarts Outfit)
Without further ado, let's bring out the first licensed minifigure design in this series. Harry Potter is the main protagonist and leading character based on JK Rowling's Harry Potter books. Harry Potter had appeared a total of 43 different variants till this date and is one of the most common minifigure in the Harry Potter universe. In the minifigure design, he is a teenager and his outfit seemed to reference from the movie in "Order of the Phoenix".
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The minifigure attire are pretty generic and be used for other customisation purposes. The book is actually entitled on Advanced Potion Making and it is a very neat piece of accessory featuring the folding book and 1x2 printed title of the spell recipe on it. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Harry Potter
Waiting for the last train
Expecto Patronum
Harry, what are you reading?
2) Albus Dumbledore
Meet the Headmaster of Hogwarts. I am pleased to see another variant Professor Albus Dumbledore with a more regal appearance in this release. He had appeared a total of 7 different variants till this date and in my personal opinion, this is a much nicer design with his red robe and the awesome design of Fawkes which is a steadfast supporter and companion to Dumbledore.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are excellent and is one of my favourite. The red phoenix could be easily used in medieval fantasy setting. The torso design and skirt dress can also be customised for other medieval customisation purposes. The wizard hat is combined together with his white hairpiece and it complements pretty well with his white beard. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Albus Dumbledore
The truly powerful Wizards
Meet Fawkes who will help you in your quest
Order of the Fabuland
3) Hermione Granger
The next in line is Hermione Granger with her casual outfit. She had appeared a total of 19 different variants till this date. She is holding a glass of butterbeer and it is certainly nice to see her winding down away from her books.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. The new drink accessory is a nice touch but it would be better to have an additional pet accompanying her. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Hermione Granger
May I have a shot at it?
Can I buy a pint for you?
4) Ron Weasley
The next minifigure is Ron Weasley in his casual attire, similar to the earlier minifigure. He had appeared a total of 19 different variants till this date. He is also holding a cup of butterbeer as well.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. The new drink accessory is similar and there are no other accessories or items to further distinguish between Ron and Hermione. I thought it was a missed chance to make it a little better apart from using the same set of accessories to associate with these two characters. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Ron Weasley
Best drinking buddies
Valet parking
5) Luna Lovegood
The next minifigure is also one of my favourite character known as Luna Lovegood. She had appeared a total of 4 different variants till this date. In this design, she was wearing a lion-topped hat to show her support for the Gryffindor Quidditch team whenever they play against the Slytherin Quidditch team. When Luna tapped the hat with her wand, the hat gave out a very loud lion roar.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. Luna wears a new headpiece featuring the lion-topped hat. It also include her blond hairpiece which will make her as a regular minifigure. This is a value added feature which help to modify her usage based on the occasions. Her torso design is pretty nice and is a step away from her usual pink. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view, alternate facial expression (lion-topped hat) and her regular hairpiece with the alternate expression.
Different variants of Luna Lovegood
Animal Tamer
Is there something behind me?
6) Griphook
The next minifigure is first of its kind known as Griphook. The goblin - Griphook works in the Gringotts Wizarding Bank in Diagon Alley. If you do not count the other goblins who do not have names inside the 4714 Gringotts Bank and 10217 Diagon Alley Griphook also holds the Sword of Gryffindor which is instrumental for Harry Potter to use the sword to destroy the Horcruxes.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are excellent. The goblin is also a fine design with the pointy ears and business corporate attire for the torso and short black legs. He also hold a key to the safe. The sword is actually the main attraction with the hilt and sides embedded with red rubies. This is the first of its kind to see such a very detailed and well designed sword from LEGO. I will be using the sword for my sigfig and I am very glad this minifigure is very common. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view.
Unlocking the safe
Making a withdrawal
Wielding the Sword of Gryffindor
7) Lily Potter
This is the first time we have seen an official LEGO minifigure design of Lily Potter, mother of Harry Potter. She was a muggle and attended Hogwarts and subsequently sorted into Gryffindor House. She took part in the First Wizarding War and married to James Potter. She gave up her life in order to protect her infant son - Harry Potter. I am very glad that we have a chance to see how Lily Potter represent in LEGO.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The attire is pretty nice and pleasant. The hairpiece also matched closely with her hair colour. The baby piece is the nice addition as I don't recall seeing a fleshie baby. Please do let me know if I have missed out any new "babies" recently. The baby wrap also have a golden "H" on it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Am I dreaming?
You shall not have my child
Which owl should I get for you?
8) James Potter
It took me a great pleasure to see that we finally see an official LEGO minifigure design of James Potter, father of Harry Potter. He was a pure-blood and attended Hogwarts and subsequently sorted into Gryffindor House. He took part in the First Wizarding War and married to Lily Potter. He was killed by Voldemort in his own residence as he does not have his wand with him to defend himself and his family. I am very glad that we have a chance to see how James Potter represent in LEGO.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The outfit is a pretty standard suit accompanied with a red scarf. I am very fond of the lovely photo of James and Lily Potter in the printed 2x4 tile with golden frame around it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Happily married
Like Father Like Son
Time to head home
Let's make sure Harry attend Hogwarts
9) Ginny Weasley
The next minifigure is Ginny Weasley in her elegant banquet attire where this design showed that she is attending a nice dinner and dance. She had appeared a total of 4 different variants. It is good to see her making an appearance into making this series. She is a pure-blood and lived in the Burrows with his other 6 elder brothers. She
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are average. It has a nice dress torso which is useful for customising minifigures. She is holding a drink cup with an ice cream topping on it. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Ginny Weasley
Let's visit this shop
Magical ride
10) Fred Weasley
I am glad to see an updated design of the Weasley twins - Fred Weasley. Till this date, we only have seen this design from the earlier Diagon Alley set in 2011. He is holding the briefcase which is actually a disguise for him to store the bets relating to the Triwizard Tournament. You will probably notice the four names and their odds beneath the briefcase. This is a very unique touch to further diversify his entrepreneurship.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The outfit is much casual with the beanie together and the outfit is tailored for Fred Weasley which is a distinct difference from his twins counterpart - George Weasley. It included the amazing briefcase content which house the two pieces of 1x1 printed tiles of 6 and 3. There are two spare pieces for it as well. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Place your bets
Did you take our briefcase?
11) George Weasley
I am glad to see an updated design of the Weasley twins - George Weasley. Till this date, we only have seen this design from the earlier Diagon Alley set in 2011. He is holding the Marauder's Map that revealed the Hogwarts compound including secret passages.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The outfit is much casual with the beanie together and the outfit (unbuttoned) is tailored for George Weasley which is a distinct difference from his twins counterpart - Fred Weasley. It included the 2x2 printed tile of the Marauders Map. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Which set of twins is our family
Help us out
12) Bellatrix Lestrange
The next character is an antagonist and is known as Bellatrix Lestrange. She is a powerful pure-blood witch, who have managed to escaped from Azkaban Prison with the assistance of Lord Voldemort. Till this date, she has appeared a total of 2 different variants. I am glad to see a new variant of this character.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. It include a pair of handcuffs and one of which is a spare. It contained a printed 1x2 tile of her prison plate which she was marked as "Prisoner 93" who is sentenced to life in Azkaban Prison. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Bellatrix Lestrange
Welcome back
Prison Wardens
13) Kingsley Shacklebolt
The next character is the first ever appearance of Kingsley Shacklebolt. He is a pure-blood wizard working for the Ministry of Magic as an Auror and was instrumental in the unearthing of Lord Voldemort. His appearance is pretty accurately represented from head to toe in his purple outfit and blue sash. After the defeat of Lord Voldemort, he was named Acting Minister for Magic.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. It include a blue gown sash (which you must be careful not to cut the packet together with it) and a brown broomstick. I am very fond of his hat. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and closer look at the printing without the sash on it.
There is an emergency in Hogwarts
Pleased to meet you
Strong magic casters
14) Moaning Mytrle
The next Hogwarts character is a ghost spirit of Mytrle Warren, but now she is more commonly known as Moaning Mytrle who haunted the second-floor girls' bathroom at Hogwarts. While she was sulking most of the time in the bathroom, she also come into the possession of TMR book which is also known as the Tom Riddle's Diary and is also a piece of Horcrux.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are above average. The TMR book is an excellent piece of addition with a new 1x2 printed tile in it. The hairpiece is made up of rubbery material. It also come with the new accessory to help her alleviate. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Get out of here now
We will catch you
15) Professor Pomona Sprout
I am very pleased to see Professor Pomona Sprout included in this series. So far, we have only seen one design so far and it is timely to see a dated design. She is the Head of Hufflepuff House and Head of the Herbology department at Hogwarts. She is a key figure in the Battle of Hogwarts where she defended against the invaders with the students together.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average. The design is very nicely done with the overall appearance combined with the torso and skirt dress. It include a similar pot of mandrake which we have seen in the earlier series. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Now, it is your turn
Staff of Hogwarts
16) Neville Longbottom
The last minifigure is the unsurprisingly Neville Longbottom in his medium short legs with Hogwarts uniform - Gryffindor. I wonder if TLG have too many spare torsos and legs from the earlier series and it look like an impromptu attempt to form a last minute addition to include Neville Longbottom along with the earlier series. He had appeared a total of 4 different variants till this date. However, this minifigure does come with the new book entitled "The Monster Book of Monster" which is incredibly hard to read as the book will attempt to bite the reader's fingers off.
Parts assortment
The parts assortment are slightly above average due to the outstanding design of the book with an unique biting cover and printed 1x2 slope brick. It also include a pair of wand. You can view more of the details from the all rounded view inclusive of front, side and back view and alternate facial expression.
Different variants of Neville Longbottom
Students of Hogwarts
The LEGO Harry Potter Series 2 will be launching on the 1st September 2020 (worldwide)
To conclude, the LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter Series 2 has continued to impressed many LEGO fans especially fans of Harry Potter. Most of the characters are very welcoming and served to complement the previous Series 1 and the other sets which are released in recent years. I would think this will continue to serve to expand further as new movies on Fantastic Beasts - Where to Find them franchise continue. Time will tell what other excitement will TLG install for us.
Please note that all opinions and content shown in this Eurobricks pictorial review is from 'WhiteFang' and is not meant to represent LEGO official views. It is purely stated to share as a vantage point of a reviewer.
Please note that the The LEGO Minifigures - Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts Series 1 contain the placement of LEGO spare parts/accessories - spare wands.
Summary review
Playability: 10/10 (New licensed characters' designs from the Harry Potter that can be integrated across many new and existing themes/settings.)
Design: 8/10 (A handful of exciting hairpieces, torsos and accessories but noted that some have been re-used quite extensively.)
Price: 6/10 (Pricing doesn't seem to be too friendly and I hope it can continue to maintain. Good that the distribution is very reasonable.)
Overall: 8/10 (Ready yourself for this new set of Harry Potter minifigures. Fans of Harry Potter will be looking forward to it)
I gave it a "5" based on my Review Score Card. What about yours?
I hope everyone of you enjoyed reading this simple review of mine. Comments and Criticisms are welcomed.
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