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These are all so beautifully done. I'd buy a box of them if I could!

You almost had me!

Personally, I'm "anti-story" when it comes to Castle. I started collecting the theme in the late 80s when characters/minifigs may have had different heraldry, but remained nameless and "generic". I preferred this. Because it let me build the stories. But I'm no dope. I appreciate the advantages of branded, or "story-driven" themes/waves. And understand that some folks prefer them. We're all entitled to our preferences. I don't judge others for theirs. That said, if The LEGO Group did go the story route with a new Castle theme, I'd hope they steer in a direction that could potentially serve multiple masters. I'd propose something like a G-rated Game Of Thrones. A story/theme featuring different, feuding factions (or houses); all lightheartedly duking it out for the kingdom's crown. Adult hobbyists would enjoy new shield designs, original prints, updated weapon molds, etc... And kids could sink their teeth into a serialized adventure story brimming with over the top characters and hilarious plot twists that older fans could just as easily ignore in favor of enjoying the sets separately, and on their own merit. This approach would also (hopefully) encourage color schemes that aren't overly bright and boisterous. I guess my point it is, given my druthers as a Castle-loving AHOL, I'd like something with new/revitalized factions that isn't too-Junior. But don't see why a competent LEGO design and creative team couldn't put together an updated theme that embraces the narrative success of Ninjago for kids, but stays neutral enough in tone and set composition to give patient, and long-suffering adult Castle fans something to get excited about again.

Roofs are the part of custom building I tend to struggle with the most. So any technique suggestion is a good one in my books. Thanks for sharing!

I just became a proud supporter of this wonderful design over at Ideas. Bravo! This is SO nicely done!

I am a rat!!!

I want to live here!

Here a rat. There a rat. Everywhere a rat, rat!!

An interesting roof technique. I love it!

Man, I used to love those big ole' baseplates! Great job on this modification. I love it!

I love this! A barber shop isn't what immediately comes to mind when you think "high fantasy", but it makes sense! And this is a beautiful build! Thanks for sharing.

That massive statue adds so much to an already delightful build! Bravo!

How adorable! I love shops and little builds like these! Great work!

The map is a sticker? Weak.

I would buy these immediately!

The whole thing is beautiful! But I particularly love the tree and the door!

This is stunning! Would love to see more!

WOW! This is anything BUT typical! I'm in love!

I'm a proud supporter of this beautiful build!

What a fun set of minifigure evolutions! Absolutely love these!

Gorgeous landscaping and a brilliant build overall. Absolutely love it!

Greetings! Hope anybody and everybody reading this is doing well! I'm an AHOL relatively new to Chicagoland. Hoping to get to know or chat with anybody, or any LUGs or other similar groups local to the area. Feel free to send me a message if this sounds like you or your organization. Always eager to connect with fellow hobbyists! Thanks. And play well!

Howdy, This is Black Glove Bricks. I've been a LEGO enthusiast for 35+ years. Castle is my theme of choice. But I dabble in whatever else strikes me as interesting at the moment. I love original minifigure assemblies and creating new characters using existing LEGO minifigure parts. If you're an Adult Fan of LEGO (AFOL) or Adult Hobbyist of LEGO (AHOL) check out some of my videos HERE on YouTube. Or visit Black Glove Bricks online for adult LEGO fun. I'm looking forward to getting to know as many of you as I can. Because this hobby is at its most fun when you're sharing it with others. Thanks for your time. Happy to meet you!

Killer video! I have never seen excellent stop motion combined with a set review in this way! I'm your latest subscriber! Awesome stuff! Keep it up! Can't wait to check out more!

Awesome, awesome, awesome job of modding and populating your cantina! Coming up with original and unique Mos Eisley Cantina patrons is a hobby of mine too! Here's a link to some of my Cantina Creature Battle Packs HERE! Hope you like mine as much as I like yours!