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I mean... I'd buy it, so I'd say you did well.

Yeah I don't get why so many people seem to dislike The Ninjago Movie. I really like it. I can understand why it didn't do so well at the box office, because most parents had never heard of Ninjago so it didn't have the same broad appeal as Lego or Batman, but I think it's great. The action scenes alone are the best we've seen in a Lego Movie (excluding TLM2 as I haven't seen it yet). And then the sets based on those mechs were amazing, not to mention the Destiny's Bounty. Could it be that the movie gets such a bad rep because it's so different from the TV show? I know there was some bad blood about the voice actors being replaced and some lore ret-conning.

That's not what I was talking about, but ok. I understand that some people may fit your description but I said that I believe the general frustration with other themes is that they're seen as a blocker, which is underlined by your last paragraph: So if production is never lying dormant, then it stands to reason that other themes are blocking production of classic themes just by their existence. If you remember, Lego made too many bricks during their first loss year, so it seems reasonable that after having cut-back, they have the capacity to make more sets. The point I was making is that Lego probably has the room to produce sets specifically tailored to what classic fans want, and I can see nothing stopping them doing this with my limited, outside data. Well then we're going to have to agree to disagree. There's a hunger for classic themes (see: Castle/Classic Space/Pirates) and Lego isn't producing sets, so people are turning to other themes or other brands to compensate. I can't prove this but I think anyone who has spend a significant amount of time on these boards, or any other Lego discussion sites, would know it. Lego could test this by offering a set to be produced if it received enough support, like with crowd funding. Oh, and the Löwenstein Castle seems to be going down quite well over on Bricklink. People are loving it. Yeah, Lego Ideas exists, but I think it's generally agreed that the website basically useless and most classic theme stuff is going to get drowned out by the latest modular or random display piece. I can perfectly accept Lego taking a break from a given theme, but Castle has been gone for far too long now (and no, I'm not including Nexo Knights, which isn't Castle whatever the designers say). I've seen very few people being "spiteful", "dismissive" or bitterly ranting about this though? Most people just have a passion for something that is no longer available and want to discuss it with others who feel the same way. Frankly, I see your posts in nearly every one of said topics and I find them to be rather "dismissive". Like a 1000 word S.A. response to anybody wanting a new Castle doesn't make you right, it's just your opinion. Like, if you made a new post saying how much you want Elves back I wouldn't dream of stepping in there any trying to deconstruct why that is unlikely and how you should be happy with whatever the closest match happens to be right now. I dunno, seems "spiteful". Ultimately, the fact that I see it these posts so often backs-up my theory that there is indeed a good demand for classic themes. I'm interested to see the source data behind these sales figures and others. Can you provide a source, please? Not saying you're incorrect but I would like to see the data for my own reference. Well just because Forma didn't target the same audience, doesn't mean that a format like that cannot be used to sell classic themes. Afterall, Lego couldn't really lose because if it doesn't get support, it doesn't get made. Maybe they could use the new Bricklink AFOL Designer Program as a jump-off to start producing essentially, licensed mocs. The userbase votes, supports with pre-purchase and receives sets built from the existing inventory only. For me, in the end it's all about keeping the AFOLs happy. It shouldn't matter if Lego doesn't make a ton from these themes because keeping the fans happy should be more imporant (so long as they're not losing money). I've already suggested how they could do this and that's my take on it. I'd put real money on a bet to say that there is profit to be made from making new classic-style themes, both directly and indirectly.

OMG you're like the new Marie Antoinette. Let me eat cake.

Hi Brickstorians, For those that aren't aware, Bricklink is hosting an event called the "AFOL Designer Program". Similar to Lego Ideas, entries are considered from AFOLs to build a set from all existing elements and the finalists will have their set put into a 'pre-order' phase. During this phase, orders can be placed to help a set reach 100% funding. The finalists have been chosen and I'm pleased to say that there's a Castle in there and it stands a *very* good chance of being produced, but we can all help by pre-ordering in February. And here it is, Löwenstein Castle (by Raziel_Regulus): You can find out more about the event and other finalists by visiting here. You never know, Lego could be so amazed by support for this Castle that they re-ignite their own Castle line. We can hope, right? I plan to pre-order! Who's with me? @Marghal Just thought to tag you bud.

That ruined the entire movie for you? So you were just seeing it to see what happens with Benny?

Yeah but weren't those short lived lines? Yeah I agree. Especially with the lack lustre selection of new Creator sets.

I think it's because the existence of those themes actively puts a blocker on classic themes like Castle, in-house Space and Pirates returning. Sure, we've had the odd set or limited run, but it's never going to be back to a fully supported line whilst these other themes exist. I don't think people panic; it's more lamenting that themes they consider better are being shunned, which is perfectly reasonable. Personally, I don't know why Lego refuse to just released D2C sets for classic themes like Castle. Even a kickstarter for a good set would see pre-orders like the Forma one did. I agree on this, although like I mentioned above, we could have both. Shelf space might be at a premium but I'm guessing that Lego has production space to provide what so many here, and on other fan sites, want.

Hi Will, I'm long past being a TFOL and I don't live in London, but I'm here to assure you that you're not alone and welcome you to Eurobricks! So welcome!

Good spot. Works for me. Says this on the page: "LEGO® - CONF_TLM2_PlayThunder_12 Movie Building Games, 70837, Multicolour". I did a search for 70837 and apparently it had been noted by the Brothers Brick that set numbers 70837-40 were suspiciously missing, leading them to believe that those were the next wave of sets.

Welcome Jonny! Always good to have another Castle enthusiast here at Eurobricks.

Lego CMF Series 20: Fabuland - can you imagine?

Welcome to Eurobricks, Anna! Very pleased to have you here and look forward to seeing some of your photography.

Hi Hartfan! I'd say welcome but it may not be appropriate since your content count is higher than my own.

I really wish I understood German so I could get a grasp of this guy's channel and this particular issue. Are there any English speaking Youtubers that own toy shops like this?

Spaceship!

I have a feeling that is going to magically go up by 1 vote.

Wait there's a fox suit? Whoa!

Oh yeah I missed that bit.

Anyone else spot the Fox Suit Girl? 1 second mark.

Supported bud. It's a really nice larger set.

Jesus H Christ, so aggressive and condescending. It's not the end of the world love. The LM2 sets are great though, although I'm not sure up to the same standard as LM1 sets. *unless they release further Classic Space themed stuff for it, then I'm 100% sold.

Добродошли Srdjan5033! I hope you enjoy your stay at Eurobricks.

Welcome to Eurobricks, SPARC!

oooh, can't wait to see which nit-picky things he can find and a 5 minute ramble about the packaging lol. I kid, I like J2G.