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I just got my Cobb Vanth Speeder, Mando Speeder, and Siege of Mandalore (2x) sets. The Siege sets were purchased mainly for the Mandalorian figs, but I have no complaints about the set overall. It's a fun little addition for my personal world building and I'll be setting up the barriers in front of my Visla/Gideon + Ambush on Mandalore combo for some added security. Mando's Speeder is a nice little addition, since I didn't get the previous version. Getting a Mando cloak and baby carrier for my collection are pluses too. It was a fun 5- to 10-minute build and thematically pairs up nicely with: Cobb Vanth's Speeder, my favorite addition of the day. I realize it's not quite in scale in comparison to it's on-screen appearance, but it's a decent enough size. Cobb and Cad are a couple of characters I enjoy, so I've been looking forward to this one for them too. The one thing I wish they'd done differently was to have used the round 2x2 tile w/ hole with the rotor blade pattern printed on it instead of the plain gray version, so I'll probably get one of those and switch it out for a little extra detail. All in all, I'm happy with the "Speeders and Mandalorians" start to 2026.

So many of you folks are really great at listing sets, size/price range, and minifig rosters. Impressive. Most impressive. I'm just a simple man trying to make my way through the universe, so my short, sweet little list: TIE Avenger w/ Cassian (in flight suit, of course) Fondor Haulcraft w/ Luthen (maybe two versions? One in his real/pilot outfit and another in full art dealer disguise.) TIE Defender w/ pilot

Now I have "Back in Black" by AC/DC going through my head! Very cool ships!

Mines of Moria Weathertop Shelob Attacks Gandalf Arrives Frodo's Cooking corner and seven more Nazghul on their way from eBay. Yep. Spent a lot of money on Lego LOTR after swore I wouldn't. I"ll probably be spending a lot more... Duke -- Did you switch the heads on the CMF dwarves and elves so they match the LOTR minifigs, or do you just mix the fleshies and the classics?

I like the colorful mattresses, and, of course, the fireplace.

I like this a lot. The colors look great together and the concept is heart-warming.

This looks great! I really like the autumn colors, and the elephant is creative. I wonder how it would look with green base plates with a lot of fallen leaves on them, rather than solid orange (that's a lot of leaves -- especially since there are so many people walking around exposing the grass underneath).

Absolutely breathtaking. I really like all the greens and browns and the bookshelf is a cool little detail. The combination of the dragon heads and the English flag windows makes me think of St. George.

Fair enough, Bob. Shaking hands, and recognize that you didn't mean to offend. My apologies if I over-reacted. I agree that we need to think about world problems (and do something about them). I look forward to your next creation.

I appreciate that and have to accept your sense of humor. And I'm certain you weren't connecting your creation with any anniversary -- just an unfortunate coincidence, I suppose.

Yes, I am well aware of "black humor." However, given that the one-year anniversary of the Tohoku earthquake/Fukushima incident is one week from today, your timing is quite poor and inconsiderate. Anyway, that's my opinion, and, clearly, your sense of "humor" differs from mine. (Your "evolution of money" did make me smile, though.)

I live in Japan, and I have to say this is pretty classless and un-funny.

Impressive! Most impressive.

Lion Knights -- The largest and ruling faction. I haven't decided if they are good or not. Dragon Knights -- Growing, but considerably smaller than the Lions. I haven't decided if they're evil of not. Crownies -- A very small remnant of a once great kingdom. Their alliance, Lions or Dragons, hasn't be determined. Orcs/Trolls -- A medium-sized group of troublemakers, but they're the twisted backbone of the servants of darkness. Dwarves -- Quite reclusive these days, but who knows what treasures their mines hold. Elves -- Rarely seen, but the ancient Elves are more powerful than the humans or evildoers imagine. Vikings -- My beloved Northmen -- Few in number, but the fiercest warriors in the realm. Peasants -- Mostly farmers and blacksmiths. Happy to avoid the warring, but brave enough to protect their families and homes when need be. Wizards -- Five wizards (red, blue, green, black, gray) who manipulate/control/assist various factions from time to time. Some are good; some are evil. Skeletons -- An undead army that is resurrected when the dark wizards see fit. Otherwise, they lie scattered and disjointed all across, and under, the land. Forestmen -- A very small band of adventurers. Mostly good natured, but they aren't above stealing and answer only to whomever they choose to follow.

Wow. I'm really sorry to see that this interesting thread has gotten so little attention. I guess I don't have too much to add for now except for a question: Has anyone else, when trying to make a less fantasy-based Castle MOC or storyline used their Dwarves as Vikings? For a while I replaced their Dwarf legs with regular minifig legs so I could use them as extra, heavily bearded Vikings. The horned Dwaf helms make good headgear for Viking kings.