LEGO Star Wars 2017 Pictures and Rumors

[LordLEGOtube]

4 hours ago, Forresto said:

Was the Rathtar a seperate build from the playset or was it built into it like the Dr. Strange set.

I don't see why they would make it built into the set. It's called "rathtar escape" so I'd assume there'd have to an element of action and chase in the diorama. The scene in the film had heroes running away from creatures in pursuit of them so I don't understand where the idea that they are stuck stationary on a wall is coming from. I know LEGO have disappointed in the past but this is like asking if an X-wing set can lock the S-foils in attack position, or if you can remove Darth Vader from the operating table in the Darth Vader transformation set.
It's also always important to mention that sets like these are marketed towards children and children want to be able to play out scenes and have characters and creatures to do this with, so from a marketing and playability stand point why would LEGO ever do this? It's such a pointless idea. Something much more interesting and relevant to talk about would be whether or not they are brick built and how many of them there are.
I am also interested in what exactly the layout of the build is, is it modular? A grid like the corridors of the Ervana? A one sided wall with no floor like takodana?

On 10/01/2017 at 11:39 AM, Kevii23 said:

The rathars were like in the Dr. Strange set but with only the teeth pieces and eyes. It's possible that there was more behind that but didn't see it. The gangmembers are the same (or at least from what you can see) and as for the officer: Couldn't figure out his name, but he looked like an imperial officer fig (nothing special) so I can't say what or who this should represent. 

 

On 11/01/2017 at 3:28 PM, starwars4ever said:

As long as the Rathtar isn't built into the wall like in the doctor strange set I don't mind if he's brick built. (Still hoping for new mould though)

 

On 08/01/2017 at 7:46 PM, rollermonkey said:

I have a strong feeling that the Rathtar Escape set may look a lot like this with a Star Wars vibe instead of Dr. Strange:

 

Also why are people using the portal monster from the Doctor Strange set as a reference point for how a rathtar should look like? It resembles it a bit and was kind of weird how it wasn't in the movie at all, but it's not a rathtar. It's an immovable disc with a tentacle action feature, not a giant ball-creature that rolls around eating people, yet people are citing it as if it is supposed to be an actual rathtar and is the blueprint for any rathtar model. It's not a rathtar.

Regarding the North American release of the winter wave in march, (correct me if I'm wrong here), but isn't this exactly the same thing that happened in early 2014 when the sets were delayed? Back then it was because of the release of the LEGO Movie that TLG decided to have TLM sets the main attraction of the winter wave so they pushed one of their most popular product releases back in the U.S. so that it wouldn't take any prominence away from it. So obviously this year the same thing is happening because of the LEGO Batman movie and respective sets. It's not a production error, they just want to people to buy LEGO Batman movie sets instead of STAR WARS to promote the film.

Another question: is the rumour that there will be two rogue one summer sets substantial enough yet? It hasn't been mentioned for a while and isn't featured in recent lists. I remember users wishlisting for a cargo shuttle and AT-ACT but are there even spaces for these sets?

Edited January 14, 2017 by LordLEGOtube
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[Magmafrost]

23 minutes ago, LordLEGOtube said:

Another question: is the rumour that there will be two rogue one summer sets substantial enough yet? It hasn't been mentioned for a while and isn't featured in recent lists. I remember users wishlisting for a cargo shuttle and AT-ACT but are there even spaces for these sets?

That's all it was; wishlisting. It was never so much as a rumor.

[67mountie67]

Alright I don't know if this has been discussed before but when/ where is the R3-M2 promo figure to be distributed?

[ChiefPie]

6 minutes ago, 67mountie67 said:

Alright I don't know if this has been discussed before but when/ where is the R3-M2 promo figure to be distributed?

No one knows right now.

[rollermonkey]

On 1/10/2017 at 4:51 AM, Forresto said:

No molded Rathtars? Thats extremely disaapointing :( Still at least the sets sound great otherwise.

Really? Who needs a specialty mold for a tentacled ball of goo when we still don't have Banthas?

[Forresto]

17 minutes ago, rollermonkey said:

Really? Who needs a specialty mold for a tentacled ball of goo when we still don't have Banthas?

I'd gladly take both. TLG give me aliens and I will get a second job with the income going directly into your coffers if you would just give us more molds.

[elederberg]

Not sure if anyone saw this but looks like we are getting a UCS Snowspeeder for May 4th instead of a UCS Millennium Falcon. Kinda surprising considering that the falcon is going to be much more expensive and a bigger deal the the Snowspeeder especially since its not like they are waiting to release on the same month as A New Hope came out for the 40th anniversary since it came out in May. If get the falcon maybe we will get it in October like the Death Star this year.

http://www.thebrickfan.com/lego-star-wars-ucs-snowspeeder-75144-rumored-for-may-the-4th/

[RetroInferno]

Interesting, not too long ago it was discarded from Brickset and now some confirmation... I thought we were rid of this thing! 

 

 

[atlas]

5 hours ago, 67mountie67 said:

Alright I don't know if this has been discussed before but when/ where is the R3-M2 promo figure to be distributed?

It's been spotted in Romania, very limited supply at the moment so it's really expensive online right now. Because of the modular stand and plaque piece I expect it will be announced in some way (maybe not) and then it'll be more available elsewhere, maybe similar to what happened with the a wing pilot or first order general

Edited January 14, 2017 by atlas

[StarWars8Spoiler]

Interesting if we do get a UCS Snowspeeder on May 4. Why would Brickset delete that entry?

[PenPlays]

23 minutes ago, ChristopherLee said:

Interesting if we do get a UCS Snowspeeder on May 4. Why would Brickset delete that entry?

Because whenever CM4Sci doubts something exits, suddenly it doesn't.

One of the editors on Brickset has the habit of posting up any and all information from any source that has been credible in the past, regardless if the information provided is correct. This includes adding the Cars and PotC themes in and out of the 2017 themes during when that 4chan leak rose and fell months ago, and the fire vehicle that's been promised for Technic for the past 3 (+?) years.

If the Snowspeeder does exist, we'll find out eventually. We have to stray away from the idea that Brickset is the end-all accurate database for early info. Funny that people think that too, as most info comes from either here or Reddit.

Edited January 14, 2017 by Penkid11

[thorin]

2 hours ago, RetroInferno said:

Interesting, not too long ago it was discarded from Brickset and now some confirmation... I thought we were rid of this thing! 

I don't understand why everyone is so against this set... It's an OT UCS that was in desperate need of an update (14 years ago). If TLG sells this set, I'll buy it for sure.

The article implies that the MF might be held off until the second half of the year, which would coincide with Episode VIII.

With several of the older UCS sets retiring, I don't see why this wouldn't be the case.

This could be a really good year...

Edited January 14, 2017 by thorin

[will]

Agreed. I'll happily buy a snow speeder. As an OT fan, I've not really picked up any sets in the last couple of years apart from the sandcrawler, so this and hopefully a falcon will make me very happy!

[StarWars8Spoiler]

*snip*

Much higher res pics of the two summer set's we've already seen. Very beautiful stuff.

Edited January 14, 2017 by Lobot
: Link to new 2017 sets removed

[Tariq j]

7 hours ago, 67mountie67 said:

Alright I don't know if this has been discussed before but when/ where is the R3-M2 promo figure to be distributed?

We don't know at the moment although I think May 4th seems the most likely. I think after the disappointment of last year's May 4th, it's good to see things are picking up again.

[Lobot]

49 minutes ago, ChristopherLee said:

Much higher res pics of the two summer set's we've already seen. Very beautiful stuff.

Thanks  - Vader's Transformation looks excellent and if the pricing quoted (€35) is correct, that falls nicely into my initial prediction of £25-30

It's interesting news about the UCS Snowspeeder, after Brickset had 'downgraded' their details for it I was starting to think that it wasn't going to happen.  The original version is looking really dated and, if TLG could create something on a par with the UCS Slave 1, it would be a day one purchase for me!  I'm trying not to get my hopes up too much about the potential for a UCS Falcon as well, but it would make sense for TLG to link that with the release of Episode VIII or, just possibly, the 40th Anniversary of Episode IV (25th May).

[atlas]

I doubt the astromech is for may4, do those normally leak out into shops 4-5 months early? The stand build thingy is puzzling though. Maybe it's not supposed to be a promo thing but a normal product, only with an extra build other than the figure so they avoid the has bro legal problem thing with figures 

[Spoddy]

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Edited February 17, 2021 by Spoddy

[THELEGOBATMAN]

15 minutes ago, Spoddy said:

You are very irritating. The leaker specifically said the Episode 8 sets were blanked out, so no, no one has seen them.

I don't want pictures!!!! I only said I want numbers and names if there were.

[THELEGOBATMAN]

23 hours ago, Kevii23 said:

September setnumbers are 75176, 75177, 75178, 75188, 75189 and 75190. 

By September you mean Episode VIII sets right? It sounds weird to me, like 6, 7, 8, 18, 19 and 20...

[Casta16]

9 hours ago, ChristopherLee said:

Much higher res pics of the two summer set's we've already seen. Very beautiful stuff.

 

Be careful! When I tried to post the same video I got a warning for banning! I thought it was ok to post it because there was no "confidential" written anywhere, brut it seems we are not allowed. 

[Deathstroke77]

I'm guessing that this Vader set consists of Vader, Burnt Anakin and Palpatine, figure-wise. Vader, obviously, is there, Burned Anakin is on the other side of the table, and, not only would it fit since he's there in the movie, obviously, Palpatine's gold-hilted lightsaber is also there on the lightsaber rack on the right of Vader.

[Rickyragharp]

1 hour ago, THELEGOBATMAN said:

By September you mean Episode VIII sets right? It sounds weird to me, like 6, 7, 8, 18, 19 and 20...

Yes. 

Edited January 14, 2017 by Rickyragharp

[thorin]

jangbricks just posted his Phantom 2 review on YouTube about 20 min ago. I always like his reviews... High quality video. Although sometimes I don't agree with his opinions. ;-)

He does a really great comparison shot of the old to the new Phantom, and also shows how the landing gear works, including how it snaps into The Ghost.

Not sure if I am allowed to link it.

Edited January 14, 2017 by thorin

[StarWars8Spoiler]

3 hours ago, Casta16 said:

Be careful! When I tried to post the same video I got a warning for banning! I thought it was ok to post it because there was no "confidential" written anywhere, brut it seems we are not allowed. 

Lobot seemed to be fine with it.