Hero Factory 2012

[Zarkan]

ehh, the first born was Furno Jr. But he might get sisters later.

Front, you win this topic. This is easily the cutest constraction figure MOC on Eurobricks since baby Zesk.

Edited January 25, 2012 by Zarkan

[Vinyl Scratch]

ehh, the first born was Furno Jr. But he might get sisters later.

Okay, I saved that picture. And Front needs a golden medal.

What is the topic going on. Breez's lack of femenine stuff? The helmet is very femenine-looking in my opinion.

[Aethersprite]

...HF really needs more love. Both Brickset and FBTB's reports on the UK Toy Fair didn't bother with HF at all. Anyone out there who's been there and seen the new sets?

Edited January 26, 2012 by Lockon Stratos

[Mesonak]

Sadly, that's basically how the majority of the System community views HF (and how they always viewed BIONICLE) - Too unimportant to care about. Ironic, since HF is actually (arguably) easier to use with System due to its aesthetic style and whatnot. But that's a completely seperate discussion.

The likelihood of any fans of HF giving us reports from the Fair is very unlikely. Though, honestly, it's not like we're going to see much this year, considering all of the sets will likely remain exactly the same (just look at the Breakout wave one prelims ). Regardless, looking forward to the Nuremberg Fair, where we'll hopefully see some pictures.

[Aanchir]

Sadly, that's basically how the majority of the System community views HF (and how they always viewed BIONICLE) - Too unimportant to care about. Ironic, since HF is actually (arguably) easier to use with System due to its aesthetic style and whatnot. But that's a completely seperate discussion.

The likelihood of any fans of HF giving us reports from the Fair is very unlikely. Though, honestly, it's not like we're going to see much this year, considering all of the sets will likely remain exactly the same (just look at the Breakout wave one prelims ). Regardless, looking forward to the Nuremberg Fair, where we'll hopefully see some pictures.

Well, aesthetically, Hero Factory works better with System than a lot of BIONICLE stuff did. But functionally, it's very difficult for many System builders to figure out how best to use it. Ball-joint-based connections, from what I've seen, are not immensely popular in System outside the mecha genre.

Couple that with the fact that the high-detail designs of BIONICLE made them more suitable for greebling, which is the place where the AFOL community in general tends to welcome the use of such "obscure" parts.

There have been some instances of Hero Factory parts being used well in System, but they don't really boost the appeal of the theme for the typical System builder better than any other instance of NPU would. A few parts might end up being considered desirable, but the same is true for themes like Belville, and that doesn't really matter much for how the sets as a whole are viewed.

I wish TLG would resume putting Hero Factory parts in LEGO stores' Pick-A-Brick bins. I was very happy to hear that announcement last year, as it seems like an ideal way for Hero Factory builders to get parts they need and for System and Technic builders to investigate the usefulness of the new building system's parts at little cost to themselves. But it seems that was just a short-term promotion to advertise Hero Recon Team, as I have never been able to find Hero Factory parts in Pick-A-Brick bins no matter what LEGO stores I've been to.

[dviddy]

She's a robot. Robots don't have genders.

Robots don't have sexes. They don't have reproductive organs, or the biological necessity to reproduce.

However, sex is not the same thing as gender, which is less biologically wired and is based more on personality and cultural assumptions. Your sex may help determine your gender, but your brain has more to say in that regard, and the interplay between your personality and the culture you live in will help determine it as well. Since the HF characters have AI, which means they have the robotic equivalent to free thought and will, equal in task and purpose to the human brain, and they have individual personalities, plus a culture that allows them to be of a different gendered mindset, they can, and do, have genders.

[Shakar]

http://www.advance.dk/hero-factory-brainstorm/

I found the link on the BZP frontpage. I really wonder what it's about.

Aaaand, Toy Fair is coming close. I'm so exicted!

[Nike2032]

...HF really needs more love. Both Brickset and FBTB's reports on the UK Toy Fair didn't bother with HF at all. Anyone out there who's been there and seen the new sets?

I really would have liked to go and see the summer wave of hero factory, but I was just too busy that week, but I wouldn't of minded making an account on it. Hopefully, someone will tell us some information on it soon.

Edited January 27, 2012 by Nike2032

[vexorian]

Sadly, that's basically how the majority of the System community views HF (and how they always viewed BIONICLE) - Too unimportant to care about. Ironic, since HF is actually (arguably) easier to use with System due to its aesthetic style and whatnot. But that's a completely seperate discussion.

To be honest the 2.0 system is awesome, is great and ever since 2.0 appeared around here I have dedicated most of my money to get more and more 2.0 pieces. But the second you move away from smaller-than-medium-sized robots with thin articulations it really, really fails. I am including large creatures, system MoCs, small creatures with bulkier armor (although I am getting close to getting something here). HF is great to build what it was designed to build. Other things not so much.

In fact, I am not going to say this is fault with HF 2.0 system, but with the current molds available.

Before you flood me with images, I am not saying it is impossible to do other things. I am just saying that it is very, very hard to come up with something that looks well and is out of HF's comfort's zone. It is specially clear in the web, I find it hard to find 2.0 shells used in any MoC that is not a bipedal hero or villain.

Who knows though? Once HF usage in system sets like 9455 becomes more widespread, system fans might figure out how useful the bones can be.

Edited January 27, 2012 by vexorian

[SpiderSpaceman]

Who knows though? Once HF usage in system sets like 9455 becomes more widespread, system fans might figure out how useful the bones can be.

I've been wondering for a while if an instant rise in system compatibility could be achieved with a couple of parts analogous to and

with the ball snap (below) replacing the pin.

(photo by Siegfried)

Edited January 28, 2012 by SpiderSpaceman

[MakutaNocturn]

http://www.advance.dk/hero-factory-brainstorm/

I found the link on the BZP frontpage. I really wonder what it's about.

Aaaand, Toy Fair is coming close. I'm so exicted!

OMG! I would like to have all those bricks on my table! 8D It looks really astonishing. I hope they are working on more extended story of HF.

[Omicron Squad Leader]

I really would have liked to go and see the summer wave of hero factory, but I was just too busy that week, but I wouldn't of minded making an account on it. Hopefully, someone will tell us some information on it soon.

I think you need a proper reason to go anyway, not just because you want to see the sets. Meh, only 4 days until the Nuremberg Toy Fair, from which we should get pictures/videos of a few of the sets. The New York one is very soon too, and from that, we'll get to see the whole range!

[Nike2032]

I think you need a proper reason to go anyway, not just because you want to see the sets. Meh, only 4 days until the Nuremberg Toy Fair, from which we should get pictures/videos of a few of the sets. The New York one is very soon too, and from that, we'll get to see the whole range!

Haha, true that isn't a very good reason to be able to get in . I'm probably wrong, but I thought it's also open to the public, well thats what I got from their site. Still can't wait to see the sets either way.

Edited January 28, 2012 by Nike2032

[ZORK64]

Haha, true that isn't a very good reason to be able to get in . I'm probably wrong, but I thought it's also open to the public, well thats what I got from their site.

Sadly it isn't open to the public. Otherwise I'd go to it every friggin' year since I actually live in Nuremberg.

[Dorek]

Do we have any Russian fans of Hero Factory here? I ran across this site that's offering some kind of nifty extra package with purchases of 2012 sets. It sounds like it's just an extra pair of handcuffs and some Hex Energy Shield plates, but I could be wrong; I'd like to know a bit more about it.

[Play With Fire]

Anybody remember that little Hero Factory booklet that came with a LEGO magazine back in 2010? It said in Surge's bio that "he fears he will end up going over to the side of evil." Think this might have any impact on the 2012 story or beyond?

Edited January 29, 2012 by Play With Fire

[Dorek]

Unlikely. I think most of OoF was meant to resolve that particularly lingering plot thread. I doubt it will come up here. There's always the potential, if they really need the story idea, but it can just as easily be called "resolved", and left alone.

[Rocketbilly]

Do we have any Russian fans of Hero Factory here? I ran across this site that's offering some kind of nifty extra package with purchases of 2012 sets. It sounds like it's just an extra pair of handcuffs and some Hex Energy Shield plates, but I could be wrong; I'd like to know a bit more about it.

As would I, this seems very interesting indeed and I believe we do have some Russian fans present, too. Hopefully one of them could shed some light on it - and if not, I'm sure this is something they'd appreciate knowing about if they didn't already. I'd love a pack like that with my purchase, if it is what is sounds like.

Edited January 29, 2012 by Rocketbilly

[zewy623]

The translated text of that page using google page translator:

"The unique offer for the purchase of new sets of Hero Factory . By purchasing any set of Hero Factory , a gift you will receive an exclusive "Suite Justice" is a packet of booster, which consists of teams of handcuffs for LEGO Hero Factory and special shield for your heroes! And we have bought 2 sets of Hero Factory you get 2 "Set of justice" and an additional unique metal keychain-counter Hero Factory ! number of gifts is limited!"

[Dorek]

Yes, I read the google translation =P. I like how it's first translated to "suite" for some weird reason.

But yeah, still would like to know.

[zewy623]

I want to know why no other country is doing this.

[Dorek]

Same reason American TRU's gave away copies of Makuta's Guide with purchase of 2009 BIONICLE sets, and other TRU's didn't; localized promotions. Happens all the time. Usually on a less global scale, but still.

[Taaron]

Hey guys. Went out on the hunt for some Transformers, Breez and that Thornax critter, this morning.

Toys R Us was a bit of a wasted trip, as they were in the middle of a restock / aisle reset. Stopped by Target and saw this:

(picture is a link to a larger copy of the image.)

Anyone else seen anything like this?

[Mesonak]

Yeah, all Targets (that I've seen, at least), are selling him for that price. Bit ridiculous, but at least now I know not to buy Splitface from Target if I want him.

[Darth Nihilus]

Yeah, all Targets (that I've seen, at least), are selling him for that price. Bit ridiculous, but at least now I know not to buy Splitface from Target if I want him.

Really? On my recent trip (Friday-Sunday) I went to a Target in Wisconsin, and they had Splitface at the regular price.