Emperor Claudius Rome Posted August 12, 2009 In the new "Atlantic" theme, there is a trident. Maybe we could see one on a Gladiator? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted August 13, 2009 In the new "Atlantic" theme, there is a trident. Maybe we could see one on a Gladiator? That might be well possible. At least there is the possibility to use this for gladiators, too. Nevertheless I wouldn't bet since in the past years there always have been elements in new sets and themes of which someone could guess that TLG might bring back an old or release a new theme since these elements would be very interesting for these themes, too - but nothing did happen. But on the other hand I can't imagine that with the big success of the Playmobil Roman theme Lego will not release a Roman theme in the next years. Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phaz-Ing Posted August 15, 2009 Romans would work a lot better--I want any Emperor mini-fig. or maybe, a Senator mini-fig. A whole room of senators assassinating Caesar! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hewkii9 Posted August 15, 2009 In the new "Atlantic" theme, there is a trident. Maybe we could see one on a Gladiator? Or we could see one in the hand of Poseidon, or adorning Charon's ferry across the Styx, just sayin'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor Claudius Rome Posted August 19, 2009 I'd prefere Romans, but I'd be fine with Greeks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zekenightshade Posted August 20, 2009 Why not both? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rijkvv Posted August 20, 2009 Because it will be expensive. I like to see both as well, at least when there is no fantasy, but I don't think TLG will release two historical themes. Not in a single year. Maybe they will release both as factions in one theme, but that sounds not very likely to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klaus-Dieter Posted August 20, 2009 Because it will be expensive. I like to see both as well, at least when there is no fantasy, but I don't think TLG will release two historical themes. Not in a single year. Maybe they will release both as factions in one theme, but that sounds not very likely to me. I totally agree with you, Richie. Both themes in one line and/or in one year is absolutely excluded (already yet because kids want fractions which can be defined as the good and the bad or at least which don't look to similar - but Roman and Greek soldiers very supposably look for kids too similar). Like already mentioned I bet that we'll see one of these themes in the next years. But next years could even mean firstly 2011 or later. It will depend on whether TLG wants to release a fantasy theme (like the current "Castle" theme) - then Greeks will make it. Or whether they want to release a non-fantasy theme - then Romans will make it. Klaus-Dieter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor Claudius Rome Posted August 23, 2009 Well we're comming to the point of when the leaks might be near. If we see set names like: Legionary Attack And Barbarian ambush We'll be getting Romans. If we see names like: Hydra attack And The Centuar rampage We'll have Greeks/Spartans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor Claudius Rome Posted August 27, 2009 If we get romans. I'm going to make a MoC with Legionarys forming the Testudo formation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Dillon Posted August 28, 2009 If we get romans. I'm going to make a MoC with Legionarys forming the Testudo formation. I understand you want to keep this topic active, but please try not to post unless you have something to contribute. People will post in it if they want to, but otherwise you'll just have to let it die. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Governor Wes Posted November 13, 2009 I'd like Romans because they have a certain orderly feel about them (Which is why i like pirates and western so much!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gormadoc Posted November 14, 2009 you forgot one option...nether of the two. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Posted November 15, 2009 (edited) In the new "Atlantic" theme, there is a trident. Maybe we could see one on a Gladiator? If anything would be a 'clue' in TLG's current lines, I also think it's this, but I doubt it. I also was - naively - expecting some more references to Greek mythology in the Atlantis line. Edited November 15, 2009 by Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brick & Mortimer Posted December 7, 2009 Romans for me! I imagine a legionaire camp or a watchtower set will be a great supply of brown log bricks (i.e. Wild West) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mörs Posted December 30, 2009 (edited) you forgot one option...nether of the two. And another one: both of them! Romans vs. Greeks! Or maybe Romans vs. Celts? In any case, if you want to have Romans, you would need some other (historical) faction for them to fight; for Greeks, I guess mythical monsters could work. Actually, I'm not even sure I would like to see either of them... Come to think of it, for some reason, I don't think making a very realistic and historically accurate ancient/medieval theme would be a good idea... I don't know, something about that strikes me as being un-LEGO. Well, imagine that, instead of the usual factions, Castle had English vs. French... that's just... wrong. How about EGYPTIANS? You could have pyramids! Then again, who would they fight? Then AGAIN, who said a "historical" LEGO theme needs to incorporate violence? How about the Greek line (with or without the mythological element in it) be centered around ancient Greek architecture, or famous philosophers, and stuff like that. It could work. Edited December 30, 2009 by Mörs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor Claudius Rome Posted December 30, 2009 How about the Greek line (with or without the mythological element in it) be centered around ancient Greek architecture, or famous philosophers, and stuff like that. It could work. No it would not work. We still need to remember that LEGO's main demographic is children. And I don't think kids are interested in architecture and philosophy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mörs Posted December 30, 2009 (edited) No it would not work. We still need to remember that LEGO's main demographic is children. And I don't think kids are interested in architecture and philosophy. I don't think many kids are interested in building Techinic vehicles with complicated mechanisms, either, yet LEGO makes them. Isn't there a line called "Architecture", actually? Edited December 30, 2009 by Mörs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheBrickHitHouse Posted December 30, 2009 A roman legion would be awesome - we'd get some awesome armour and parts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yellost Posted December 30, 2009 (edited) No it would not work. We still need to remember that LEGO's main demographic is children. And I don't think kids are interested in architecture and philosophy. Well, considering LEGO is a building brick, I'd say architecture is kind of the whole point of origin of the hobby And a theme with many historical architecture styles would be awesome. But I do agree with you on the philosopher thing, though. That would be kind of too abstract... Edited December 30, 2009 by yellost Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zorbas Posted December 30, 2009 But I do agree with you on the philosopher thing, though. That would be kind of too abstract... Ahem... Take a look at my signature. Doesn't this sound like LEGO? (No offense of course. I know exactly what you mean and I agree. It was just a little joke. ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mörs Posted December 30, 2009 (edited) Ahem...Take a look at my signature. Doesn't this sound like LEGO? (No offense of course. I know exactly what you mean and I agree. It was just a little joke. ) What I meant was you could have minifigs of some famous Greek people (philosophers, in particular), like Plato or Socrates, maybe with an academy to boot. I don't really think it's a good idea, either... Edited December 30, 2009 by Mörs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragonboy79 Posted December 30, 2009 I assume Romans are more popular in Europe because of their history. However, in the States, Romans are barely touched in History class, while Greeks are covered in both History and English. Has anyone read Percy Jackson and the Olympians series? It's like the craze among kids, so I think a Greek mythology line would be a hit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zorbas Posted December 30, 2009 What I meant was you could have minifigs of some famous Greek people (philosophers, in particular), like Plato or socrates, maybe with an academy to boot. I don't really think it's a good idea, either... Sounds great if you ask me. When I wrote that I agree I was reffering to philosophers only and connecting this with a toy. But seeing it as a whole as you've mentioned, (with buildings etc) that's a nice idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted December 30, 2009 It would be the ROMANS for me. Just think of the war machines they built which we could build in Lego - Fantastic ! I wonder if Lego will ever do such a theme ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
