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I think Ninjago is really intended as a game theme, with cards and spinners. For that, I recommend the Starter set with two figs, two spinners, the small arena, and cards. For building or for pieces, the small sets are great - like 2516 Ninja Training Outpost. The Ice Dragon Attack (2260) is not a bad model either, as well as the Skull Motorbike (2259). These sets are all less than $20 (USD) making them affordable and nice introductory sets.

Perhaps, but after paying $180 (USD) for the last LEGO Cargo Train (more of a City "play-train"), this would be more worth the $$$ IMO.

I know what's missing though - needs food (like a few chicken legs, some bread, bananas, a smoked pig )

I heard rumors, but had something similar to the last LEGO Cargo Train in my mind. I didn't think the locomotive would be a diesel nor an American engine. This is sweet surprise! I love the Maersk colors, and that engine - a must have. Great set and it's nice to see the container cars included with the locomotive. Interesting to see no PF system or track, but the lack of track is fine, just want something to power it with. Maybe we'll have to go back to 9V. Either way, I love it! EDIT: I read the comment about it being a Maersk employee exclusive on Brickset, but that looks like a personal opinion only, from one of the readers. Let's hope it's available to all. I keep looking at the engine and the colors - fantastic, and different than the BNSF. Looks like some detail went into the cargo containers as well. Can't wait!

Beware the hideous non-Lego Creature from the Black Lagoon! A small Adventurers/Divers vignette with some effort to utilize SNOT technique for the black lagoon:

Nice use of the Hoola girls.

Love the lever frame! Overall, this is a great trackside structure, and I like seeing the dark blue roof.

Thanks for sharing Buddy. I like the lighthouse.

To Dieter's family and close friends: I did not know him well, but what I remember is his contribution to EB and how he helped make EB a special place for all to visit. While these words can be erased, memories of Dieter and the kind person that he was will live on always. He will find a special place in Heaven and in that place will be a single brick and five stars. The brick will be blue and represent how sad we are to see him pass; and the stars shall represent his many contributions to EB and the LEGO community, and those stars will always circle him. We will miss our friend, Dieter.

"Nope - still alive, but as with this 2009 story that has been bumped by a new member, I should have died years ago".

Hi Gambort. I saw this on TBB but didn't realize this was your work. I was thinking exactly what kost u grlu mentioned about the HO-look of the entire scene. I especially like the angle of the train town adding to the high quality detail as well as the track bed. Great job to you and Mike for this "top-notch" creation.

I purchased a few additional mummies because I plan to add to the Pharaoh's Quest theme. It all depends on what you like and what you plan on using them for.

Clever - I was waiting for someone to make a Planet of the Apes MOC with the new gorilla suit. Great use of the figs and I like the addition of the IJ satchel.

Personally, I buy LEGO that I want, and sometimes to complete a set, as with the Minifigures. While market or sales value later can be a consideration, I don't like to think of LEGO as an investment. If I wanted something that may bring me value later, I'd invest in stock, gold, etc. I think "investing in LEGO" takes the fun out of it. Sure, you can certainly do both, but I don't consider things like "this set will really be worth a lot of money in 10 years". I've never sold a LEGO set, but maybe some trade value later could help you obtain something else that you might be looking for. Buy what you like and enjoy it.

Thanks Dave. Appreciate the nice feedback. I had not seen your Gilligan's Island theme before, so thanks for sharing. I love the Wrong-Way Feldman set and the radio is most clever (and very original). Great shows never brought to LEGO before.

Laureano: this is amazing and well-deserving of some front-page attention. I hope you don't mind, but I did a little photo-editing to give this beauty a well-deserved background. Awesome creation!

Inspired by the universe of the anime "Yamato", LEGO Space fan Laureano creates this amazing Brazilian Space Navy Attack Frigate he calls, the BR Niterói. Loaded with details, his LEGO Space Attack Frigate even includes a smaller space shuttle and a visitor's docking bay.If you haven't visited the Eurobricks LEGO Sci-Fi forum lately, you might want to do so to see this splendid creation!

Hi TW. I'm TheBrickster and have built a few western MOCs over the years. First, it's always a pleasant surprise to see more fans of the Wild West theme and their creations. I love the incorporation of the Mexican with Sombrero, one of my personal all-time favorites of the minifigure series'. You've got to love that sombrero! There's a few things that you might consider to "spruce up" your creation: 1) you might try placing the fence (pictured on left) in front of the building with some barrels, and maybe another bush or two. The wagon wheel looks good. 2) The building could benefit from some additional details like a custom decal for a sign (maybe in Spanish), as well as some roof supports sticking out of the top sides (common to Mexican/Spanish architecture). You're off to a good start and I like the figs that you've added (having the cowboy with map is a nice addition). Oh, and one more thing: B&W photos look good for this sort of thing, but you might also try Sepia or adding some yellow and red to your black and white image. It creates a more antique look, if your camera or photo-editing software has the option. Good luck in your Wild West buildings!

S.N.O.T. Studs not on top. Yes, you all know the term now. Some of us are basic builders who stack our bricks, one-by-one, placing them in standard wall formation with "studs on top". Don't feel bad if this is how you build for many of us (AKA Classic Town Builders) practice this building methodology routinely, never drifting into the fourth dimension in LEGO spacial building known as SNOT. But there exists an expert side of LEGO that we can find in large bodies of water within Pirate creations, or the walls, bridges, and bases of Castles, and even in the side panels of a LEGO Train boxcar or spaceship. SNOT, not the most attractive word but a simple word that denotes a clever and ingenious way of building with LEGO, probably never imagined in LEGO's early history. Now SNOT is a practice, an artform, and one more commonly found in the creation of a more advanced builder. The thought of SNOT brings me to the million dollar question, and that is... When do you SNOT and when do you NOT? As a builder that struggles with even the most basic of building techniques, I would like to improve my building with some hard work and a little SNOT. My personal dillema is when to use SNOT. Are there certain things that look better with SNOT? i.e. water, a base/lanscape for a castle creation, or a wall? or is SNOT simply something that helps create detail or design to any creation? Do you find yourself SNOTing for the hell of it, or is your SNOT deliberate and methodical? Why do you use SNOT? Share your thoughts on the subject of SNOT.

My pleasure Hoexbroe. It's a very nice engine and I admire your other creations like that paddle wheel - which is amazing. Even with the resizing of images though, we do ask that members not post images over 800x600 in accordance with our site guidelines. They still require resources to load and to resize. Usually, I will ask first, then remove later (if not performed). If you can resize your images, I'd very much appreciate it.

Very nice Hoexbroe. Looks like you used some pieces from LEGO's Hobby Train in this beauty. Love the colors which remind me a lot of the Swiss Crocodile. I like how you designed the intricate electrical connectors up top (for lack of a better name). I think this deserves a front-page announcement. In re. to your oversized images, as far as I know, Brickshelf and Maj.com do not have a feature that allows you to resize an image when linking. You need to resize them before posting to Eurobricks.

New LEGO Swiss Crocodile? - not quite. LEGO Train fan Hoexbroe has been busy starting 2011 out right with his latest addition to the LEGO Train community, an 8-stud wide Austrian Class 1020. With a SNOT cabin and the ability to navigate curved LEGO Train track, his locomotive has everything it needs to steer you into Train Tech. Stop by to see more pictures and even a video of his LEGO Train.

Thanks for the feedback guys. That's not a bad idea - Retro Television Show Contest Love Boat was certainly a classic - loved the soundtrack. Unfortunately, doesn't lend itself to too many creations. I'm having Mystery Ship flashbacks. Everything I build seems to capture the Classic Town look. I'm beginning to feel "Classic".