tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post3768829481561947046..comments2024-03-28T22:25:17.706+00:00Comments on New Elementary: LEGO® parts, sets and techniques: Surfin' UAAdminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05188856208086872634noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-43500485099296785382014-08-28T20:04:09.010+01:002014-08-28T20:04:09.010+01:00I haven't really been involved enough in discu...I haven't really been involved enough in discussions of this theme to know what sets other people like, but I do remember that when the sets were first revealed this one was a popular one. The <a href="http://brickset.com/sets/70165-1/Ultra-Agents-Mission-HQ" rel="nofollow">Ultra Agents Mission HQ</a> is cool, but personally I prefer the <a href="http://brickset.com/sets/8635-1/Mobile-Command-Center" rel="nofollow">Mobile Command Center</a> from the 2008 Agents theme, which I felt had more to offer in general (two boats, two ATVs, a plane, and a projector built from a light brick). Plus, as I mentioned in the review, the old Agents theme felt more "covert" to me. All the futuristic tech was hidden until you opened up all the flaps. Somebody who didn't get to enjoy the previous Agents theme might be able to appreciate the new Mission HQ more than me.<br /><br /><a href="http://brickset.com/sets/70164-1/Hurricane-Heist" rel="nofollow">Hurricane Heist</a> is a mixed bag. It doesn't totally fit the aesthetic of the other sets — rather than bright colors and a campy supervillain, the vehicle and its pilot both have a grittier, militaristic look. But some people really like it because it's basically modeled after a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_Gear_%28weapon%29" rel="nofollow">Metal Gear</a> (as described <a href="http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=90203&st=850#entry1926164" rel="nofollow">here</a>).Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-3779623954123689192014-08-26T19:57:19.472+01:002014-08-26T19:57:19.472+01:00The visuals team for the movie included French cul...The visuals team for the movie included French cult cartoonist Jean "Moebius" Giraud. That could likely have played a part.Håkannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-84048525899104044592014-08-26T15:00:28.827+01:002014-08-26T15:00:28.827+01:00I could swear there was something I was working on...I could swear there was something I was working on a few months ago that could have used the 15100 connector, but I can't for the life of me remember what it would have been. Maybe it was tweaking the design of the Exo-Suit.<br /><br />As for Tron, I remember it was a concept that thoroughly captivated my imagination as a kid, but I was never able to actually watch the movie until several years later and even after watching both movies and all of the TV series, I find that they still haven't really done justice to it. The original movie, in particular, has some scenes that are so superfluous that I completely forgot about them until rewatching it last year (specifically the "Mos Eisley" scene with all the non-standard-shaped computer programs). There's no denying that the visuals are awesome, though.Purple Davenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-17350434840188537062014-08-26T13:00:46.702+01:002014-08-26T13:00:46.702+01:00New computer slopes in white, gray and black are a...New computer slopes in white, gray and black are always welcome.<br /><br />I found Tron so-and-so, but Blade Runner is awesome. (Then, I'm an old fan of Film Noir.)<br /><br />I guess the extravagant sci-fi design of the model isn't designed for AFOL:s as much as 8-10 year old boys. ;)Håkannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-12793836826469963502014-08-26T07:40:48.184+01:002014-08-26T07:40:48.184+01:00I need some of those Cheese Slopes! As they keep m...I need some of those Cheese Slopes! As they keep making new colors of those, I always keep buying them.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05882703455322925719noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-65598717854579840462014-08-26T00:40:58.568+01:002014-08-26T00:40:58.568+01:00It's not in his portfolio, which is largely co...It's not in his portfolio, which is largely comprehensive (http://marcosbessa28.wix.com/vintoito#!lego/ctd5). There's a "TBD 2014" there, but I doubt that's a set that's already been released.<br /><br />I used to review more stuff, back when I was in college. Sadly, most of those reviews were for The Ninjago Wiki (ninja.brickcraft.me), which no longer exists. It might be just as well since the photos in those reviews were sub-par compared to this one. Rest assured this won't be the last review you'll be seeing from me!Aanchirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04758261805365974871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-83776990942550504922014-08-26T00:23:59.146+01:002014-08-26T00:23:59.146+01:00Great review Aanchir! This set looks amazing, I...Great review Aanchir! This set looks amazing, I'm thinking about picking it up myself. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-9947231627485054512014-08-25T22:54:29.440+01:002014-08-25T22:54:29.440+01:00Aanchir?! Reviewing something? I never would have ...Aanchir?! Reviewing something? I never would have expected that, but for a parts blog, his encyclopedic LEGO knowledge fits right in. And it's a great review too. This one is at the top of my wanted list.<br /><br />Does anyone know if Marcos Bessa designed this one?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-32879255687604062412014-08-25T20:39:24.731+01:002014-08-25T20:39:24.731+01:00I saw this the other day and was tempted to get it...I saw this the other day and was tempted to get it, but already had my heart (and $$) set on a handful of the series 3 Mixels.<br /><br />Loving the new Technic pieces, and that silver metallic is becoming more prolific, not only in number produced but also in variety of pieces.<br /><br />Thanks Aanchir for the fantastic review, by the way. rodiziorobshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10558468682815335055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-76751772389451281812014-08-25T20:39:15.143+01:002014-08-25T20:39:15.143+01:00Congrats Scott on getting an official NE review. :...Congrats Scott on getting an official NE review. :D I'd say you've earned it by your constant posting and fact correcting. :) <br /><br />I admit I've always stopped and looked at these sets before moving on to try and find the mixels or see what HF sets are in stock. Between Ninjago, Chima, and now this theme, I'm definitely an action theme fan of lego. These kinds of themes are always the ones that interest me the most. All these sets look great. Though I haven't really heard which set is the set to get out of this series. Do you guys have a sort of consensus on which set is the best one yet? Dave(Mana Ramp Matoran)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10102008790222887371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276033407505619194.post-29058846872990884452014-08-25T20:02:58.726+01:002014-08-25T20:02:58.726+01:00Great review Scott!Great review Scott!George Barnick (Meiko)http://www.georgebarnick.comnoreply@blogger.com