Redjack Ryan

I've been looking forward to this set for a long time! I think it looks awesome now, and look forward to when we are finally able to see some high resolution photos. I hope the Imperial Officer minifig included with the set is not just a generic officer and instead is Admiral Piett.

Thanks, CopMike, for the excellent description about LEGO's production and manufacturing. At one of the Brickworld conventions, I attended a quality control presentation by Bjarke (I hope I spelled his name correctly) from LEGO Quality Control who gave some very detailed explanations of LEGO's color process. As CopMike stated, LEGO has more than one manufacturer of the plastic (precolored) granules. In addition, many parts are made of clear plastic which is then dyed, and there are at least 2 manufacturers of this type of plastic color source as well. This is so LEGO isn't left in a difficult position in case of any logistics problems with any individual manufacturer. I believe Bjarke also mentioned that when they test new pieces, they use red as the test color for mixtures as it's the easiest color to detect differences with the human eye.

Lets all have a nice group-hug to make us feel better!

Loving the auto-censor! On one of the boards I frequent, the particular word used in this case is replaced by "hug".

Oops, looks like I'm too late as I thought the deadline was in Central US Time. Oh well, I'll post it anyway because I built it. Here's a container built as a color test for a future build in a certain company's corporate color scheme. Alex

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Super-awesome crane, M_Longer! I look forward to your next creation! Alex

Thanks for the welcome!

I have been lurking for a while, but finally got around to start posting here. I'm Alex and I typically build scale models of construction and mining machines. I'm a member of IndyLUG and have displayed models at every Brickworld so far in Chicago. Good to meet all of you! -Alex

It seems that the newest run of Series 3 figures showing up in the US have a different dot pattern for the Elves. Here is the dot pattern, darkened with pen for visibility purposes:

I really love the new Tank truck and LEGO Semi truck sets. The Space Limo looks awesome as well. Hopefully they arrive soon!

I'm not sure if this has already been posted somewhere, but TRU online has the newest 2010 sets in stock and ready for ordering now! Kingdoms: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 Space Police: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Lunar Limo, Undercover Cruiser, and Space Police Central. Atlantis: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Atlantis Exploration HQ, Deep Sea Striker, Portal of Atlantis Power Miners: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Lavatraz, and Claw Catcher City: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Tank Truck, City Truck, Passenger Plane Creator: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Crocodile and Jet World Racers: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?kw...254197&sr=1 - Road Bikes, Power Boats, Duplo: http://www.toysrus.com/search/index.jsp?s=...CatId=&pg=1 - Construction and Disney Cars sets

Gender: Male Occupation: Coal Miner Type of headgear: Modified hardhat with headlamp on front. Type of facial expression: Smiling, with dark gray beard and glasses. Color on torso: Dark blue coveralls with neon green & silver striping (like on fireman torso) over light gray shirt Legs: Dark blue with neon green & silver striping. Accessory: Pick-axe & black 1x1 round plate.