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Yes, I don't think there would be a great reception for a system parts figure from the hardcore who went out and voted for Bionicle. Or even some other form of tribute set that is not a 100% constraction figure in CCB. (I think a mosaic of the classic relic-like mask and island logo would be awesome but not sure how much traction that would get). Thinking back, it was Bionicle MOCs I first shared online on the very ancient LEGO.com personal page I had.

"Okay, that was not exactly the best filter down. But everyone is in containment and some of them, could be in stasis. Computer, remove from those results anyone in stasis." It was a risk, it could have wasted her time, but at least if everyone was in stasis, then the actual authorities could come and figure out a rescue because it was pretty certain Enson would go and report the facility if they escaped alive today.

It is kind of hard to get something going again when there are no parts in production anymore, isn't it? I am a little grumpy at Adventurers seemingly missing out, but the cute little sphinx mini-build is consolation. The "Bionicle" figure in the same set is not exactly a kick-in-the-teeth, but not really as good.

If the cleaner had owned up to breaking it then all would be well. Lying is not something you can trust. For the wife: What if you had an heirloom broken? A Ming Vase or something else with high value, or even simply something like a serving platter that had been in the family for generations and had that kind of value? Would that being swept up and thrown out be acceptable? Not to mention lying about it. Putting it in the kid's bin doesn't look like a frame-job, just ignorance: LEGO outside of you office has to be the kid's toys right? Sweeping it up and throwing it away is plain bad though, they are still useable parts. While I won't say that thieving will follow, someone who realises they have gotten away with something might start stretching what they can get away with. My family know to leave my builds alone without permission or careful handling. That said, accidents happen and mostly anyone who has ever broken something did own up to it: Dad bumped a shelf and something fell, he told me right away so I knew something needed fixing. Another occasion was a freak accident of domino effect where a thing tumbled and nudged something else that eventually meant a car rolled off a shelf, my brother told me when I got home "If it was a set I would have fixed it". All was well. It is the lying that is bad, that is certainly not good help.

I mean, no one has said that at all? It just stings a little when some cool steampunk builds or an exciting building experience is passed over and fails review in favour of a diorama and figure collection related to a US sitcom again. I loved Community, but I don't need a study room set and a collection of the figures to make the study group (and pay something the other side of £40 for it), it would be pretty easy to build and populate with current production parts and that is something many others can do too. Then again, if Monty Python's Holy Grail was represented, that is something I cannot recreate figures for without extensive customisation (between the shields and surcoats, not to mention the helmets...) so that would be pretty cool. But I could see that failing review in favour of, 'unno, 30 Rock or something.

I was certainly browsing and using bricklink once I entered the AFOL sphere. Now, as then, I use it to get a few nice finishing touches or to get a lot of a part I already planned to use but ran out of (Like certain window glass colour etc), it is a rabbit hole I don't want to fall down. Though, if you have a specific project it might work out cheaper to purchase what you need. I supposed trains do cost a lot to MOC though! Amassing a collection takes time and dedication for sure, but picking up bulk lots is a way to build up parts if you feel you need to have that for MOCs.

Shipping can also vary from what LEGO charges (Isn't it free shipping over 50?), but I couldn't say by how much really, each seller on Briclink has their own costings and charges.

Exactly why I do not share my LEGO creations on any TLG owned/operated platform. I love the design team and plenty of others who work for TLG, but Corporate makes everything a bit icky. I know the recent Creator Castle has prompted plenty of alternative builds and if you dig around here on EB's Historic section you will find builders who have shared techniques and tips for building a great castle. Have fun building

"250 results... Great. So if some of the collection is dead already, hmm, Ok computer, from these results which are still a live threat?"

To find it, I googled the MOC name and builder and added Bricklink to the end. The Ideas page might be the reason it is not so available, as the builder might not be allowed to share more than the pictures. It went to review but was not approved, however it could still be tied up.

I think another issue that has hit creativity shared online: Disagreeing = Hate. Questioning = Bullying. Criticism = Violence/Abuse. Online discourse has become fraught with firebombs and mines. It is a generational difference as well as a societal difference to ten years ago (or less/more). It then takes the adage "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all", mixed with the fact that people feel spammy to say "Nice." or "Cool" as a reply to a thread, you don't get any replies or discussion. So the person who shared stops, because they feel it is pointless to share. A comment like "I don't think the Sand Green works as well as Olive Green would" on someone's MOC could spark someone spiralling off into an argument and possibly not even with or between the OP and commenter. Next, younger Adult LEGO fans who ten years ago were joining a Forum are now no longer joining. Or if they are, they do not use a forum like we did so they are likely to see something and move on. Gatekeeping sucks, I won't say anyone is not a "real fan" but I think people who prefer to keep sets as built on a shelf are missing out on something that gives great joy. You do not need to be a master, or even acknowledged by tens (let along hundreds and thousands) that is Like chasing and only leads to sadness. We forget that we can just do, we do not need to be experts.

It was not this https://www.bricklink.com/r3/studio/design.page?idModel=239205 Was it? EDIT https://ideas.lego.com/projects/673cbe99-5f5f-40a6-b787-2c110301fcce. Looks like he has a different webhandle off Bricklink too.

"Ok, Query: Dangerous Specimens." Aysu tapped out the search. A big list could be filtered down to venomous or violent after all.

I know locally they sit at a discount, not on shelves but in those units that are out on the floor. I also wonder if they are not sold off on consignment to TK Maxx or somewhere else. A Discount shop had Vidiyo blind boxes (series 1 sadly) and TK Maxx often has LEGO randomly.

"Hmm, a lot of people stuck in tubes." Aysu looked for a computer terminal, hoping they hadn't broken anything in the skirmish. "I wouldn't want to let someone out who needs to stay safe, like our spore-y friend...."

I don't really care either way, I flatten and recycle my boxes (or re-use card for projects). The punched ones are useful in that I can peel off the back panel and tip parts into the open box, but a tray is just as handy. I would like it if certain box front designs could be posters. I love the new 90 years creator set and a poster/tinplate of that would be cool.

"Phew, that was a battle and then some!" Thinking a moment, Aysu paused. "Hey, Wolly, would you be able to use this Exo Suit I have?"

Wow, look at those! There is something always great about large scale builds. I love the photo that shows the whole structure; the mixture of actual construction beams and "Lego" beams is great. Thanks for sharing these!

"Oh no Wolli!" Aysu fired on their foe again.

I would love to create a 100% custom town layout. Sadly I do not have the space to set one up (I probably have the LEGO these days... ) One motto I like to live by though: Create what you want to see! Even a modest creation is beautiful.

I have plenty of tyres from across the eras and all of them are in decent condition, however these are all played with.

Yes, the whole line of sets has a lot of handy parts and designs.

Exactly! I was looking at this in the "case" against Zuru and their little figures. There is limited match-up between Zuru product and the LEGO Minifigure (How long before they ask us to put ™ every time?) and Bricklink had the Cars built characters listed as minifigures! I honestly think this is in reaction to or fallout from that case. Sure, I may be a cynic, but it would be much quicker and easier for TLG Legal to pressure anyone custom printing Minifigures in any way than it would be to "risk" them breaking this "law". Again, TLG can hold IP ownership on their minfig prints, and minifig part design, so allowing other businesses to print onto blank LEGO minifig torsos could risk the foundation for that trademark ownership. It is just sad that they are going after the community that cares the most about the product. The average Joe is going to call any toy construction brick with studs a Lego (or legos, ugh). It is the AFOLs who make the biggest drive for LEGO only, no compatible brands, etc. I could go to Wilko and get 100 blank bricks and have them printed for badges, but I do not know 100 LEGO fans who would want the off-brand brick!

"Bang and the Squid is gone." Aysu fired again.

"Customized LEGO Minifigures with printed 3rd party logos, names of organizations, and trademarks are not allowed. It’s not acceptable to use of the registered Minifigure trademark in combination with 3rd party symbols. The reason for the rule is that a trademark cannot simultaneously serve as an exclusive, representative symbol of two different entities. The ability of the Minifigure to serve as a distinctive LEGO brand symbol is reduced when a Minifigure is also printed with the name, logo, symbol, or other representative indicia of another entity. Left unchallenged, such use by third-party entities could put our rights in the Minifigure at risk and could eventually result in the loss of our company’s exclusive rights. This is something that we cannot risk. Therefore, we must request that the community refrain from printing any 3rd party logos, names of organizations, and trademarks onto LEGO Minifigures, and refrain from using, ordering, distributing or selling Minifigures in such customized versions. We understand that the AFOL Community would still like to celebrate their community events and activities via use of customized items and are pleased to confirm that according to current corporate policy fans are free to print graphics on LEGO brick elements and custom builds made of LEGO brick elements to celebrate your community activities and events." Ah, The LEGO Group. You really like to kick the most loyal fans in the teeth, don't you? I can't see the legal department letting non-trademark graphics slide, so more than likely, blanket ban on any outside printing by clubs and businesses. I also love the "according to current corporate policy" bit about custom bricks. So give it time and that is going to get a cease and desist from legal too.