Tobias_Jay Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Well personally, I love it. It is an interesting little model and I am glad we are getting that normal Zane. Quote
Freddy Bricker Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Thanks for the pics CM4S. This set doesn't look great but knowing myself I will probably buy it, also I feel like that short Nindroid will be a girl, I have no reason to believe this. I just want another female in the wave Other than that, the 2014 Ninjago sets are looking to be very nice. I especially love the Overborg attack. Quote
Lego Spy Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) Looks like a neat new spin (no pun intended ) on the disc-shooting play feature we see from time to time. OK... I didn't even realize the discs were coming from there. It all makes sense now. Edited November 17, 2013 by Lego Spy Quote
just2good Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Oh wow, just noticed we're getting normal Zane. Yeah... even less of a chance I'll buy this set now. Quote
Mandate Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 What? Yeah, normal Zane. Exclusive 'fig. Quote
Merc4hire95 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) Actually, so far the Destructoid has two exclusive figs, normal Zane and a short Nindroid. The short nindroid isn't that special, but its nice to have a variety. I would prefer if they made a nindroid heavy or nindroid mech, but you get the point, army building and what not. Edited November 17, 2013 by Merc4hire95 Quote
just2good Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 What? Yeah, normal Zane. Exclusive 'fig. I like the Robot Zane better, but I totally overlooked the new torso on this normal Zane. Still, eh. Actually, so far the Destructoid has two exclusive figs, normal Zane and a short Nindroid. The short nindroid isn't that special, but its nice to have a variety. I would prefer if they made a nindroid heavy or nindroid mech, but you get the point, army building and what not. I wouldn't necessarily count the short Nindroid as exclusive, as it has pieces and printing that already have been in other sets, but you're right about variety. Quote
Merc4hire95 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Very true, unless it has a new head printing, but I highly doubt it. Speaking of this set, does anyone know the release date for this set, or whether its a store exclusive etc. Quote
just2good Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Very true, unless it has a new head printing, but I highly doubt it. Speaking of this set, does anyone know the release date for this set, or whether its a store exclusive etc. It's definitely a store exclusive. I'm sure it will be released by the end of 2013. Quote
Mandate Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Wait, so because the Short Nindroid has parts other figs use, doesn't that mean we can basically call not a single 'fig from Chima "exclusive"? Seeing as each tribe shares basically every piece with other members of their tribe... (the only exception being Ewald) The only real reason I don't like this set is because it just does not look right. That being said, I'll get it if I have the chance. Am I the only one who sees a major resemblance between it and a certain Mars Mission set? Caterpillar track base, disk launcher, swivel cockpit and robot arms... etc Quote
PenPlays Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Am I the only one who sees a major resemblance between it and a certain Mars Mission set? Caterpillar track base, disk launcher, swivel cockpit and robot arms... etc Yes but that is one of the least appealing sets looking at the box, but one of the coolest sets outside of box. The Destructoid looks meh. I'm getting it anyway. Most of us agreed that Garmatron was meh until we actually had it in our hands, so this isn't something new for Ninjago. Only time will tell. Quote
Merc4hire95 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Wait, so because the Short Nindroid has parts other figs use, doesn't that mean we can basically call not a single 'fig from Chima "exclusive"? Seeing as each tribe shares basically every piece with other members of their tribe... (the only exception being Ewald) The only real reason I don't like this set is because it just does not look right. That being said, I'll get it if I have the chance. Am I the only one who sees a major resemblance between it and a certain Mars Mission set? Caterpillar track base, disk launcher, swivel cockpit and robot arms... etc In your first comment on the short nindroid, if you mean that the short nindroid is unique despite it being a mix of other figs, I share your thoughts. Personally, I see figs separately and as individuals. To me, the short nindroid is exclusive even if its a mix of other nindroid pieces. The way I see it is if I was to have the short nindroid only, that does not mean I have the one in the Thunder Raider set. Quote
DraikNova Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 This one seems kind of disappointing. Interesting, but just very underwhelming in it's execution. Quote
just2good Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Wait, so because the Short Nindroid has parts other figs use, doesn't that mean we can basically call not a single 'fig from Chima "exclusive"? Seeing as each tribe shares basically every piece with other members of their tribe... (the only exception being Ewald) No, I don't only consider unique pieces, but printing and coloring on the pieces that can't be found anywhere else. But, to each his own. Quote
CM4Sci Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) This new trailer explains a few things. Everything looks so awesome! I'm so excited! -Sci Edited November 17, 2013 by CM4S Quote
Aanchir Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 (edited) Perhaps the term exclusive wasn't as precise, what I meant is diversity, of which the 2014 ninjas do have over the 2013 line. The stone warrior era ninjas only difference were head printing and color variation. As were the 2014 ninjas all have personal and exclusive designs(color variation, torso printing, hair pieces, etc.). Well, there are some other subtle differences between the 2013 Ninja (specifically, the shape of their buckles, the shape of the gold emblems and borders on their backs, and the characters on the gold badges they wear on the trim of their robes). But you're right, they're not all that different (I was a bit disappointed that unlike the 2011 Ninja minifigures, their belts are all tied identically). Pics of 70726 are in GRogall's Brickshelf. He's been quiet lately. More pics are here! -Sci Disappointed that this set doesn't include Nya, but nevertheless, it's good to get pics. And I'm glad to see that we WILL get a Zane minifigure without his robes torn open, as he appears in this teaser image. The set, its functions, and its minifigures are pretty cool. I like the chariot-like cockpit/cab. I feel like the arms could be a little more symmetrical (it's a little weird that the "wrist" of one arm is more like the "elbow" of the other), but I like the variety of weapons in the model. The tile-launching function is always cool, and it looks like those blades in the front go up and down when it rolls. Overall, I think what I like best about this set is what it represents: that Ninjago is once again a big enough deal to get store-exclusive sets with reasonably exclusive minifigures. This might help I also agree, the set is kind of... bad. These sets aren't the best of the series. Not much of a 'finale' wave. -Sci What makes you think it's supposed to be a finale wave? It certainly COULD be, but nothing we've seen has really suggested that. In your first comment on the short nindroid, if you mean that the short nindroid is unique despite it being a mix of other figs, I share your thoughts. Personally, I see figs separately and as individuals. To me, the short nindroid is exclusive even if its a mix of other nindroid pieces. The way I see it is if I was to have the short nindroid only, that does not mean I have the one in the Thunder Raider set. No, I don't only consider unique pieces, but printing and coloring on the pieces that can't be found anywhere else. But, to each his own. Well, the short Nindroid is actually pretty different from ANY other Nindroid minifigure, in that not only are his legs shorter than other Nindroids, but so far that body hasn't gone to a Nindroid with a hood in any set. So while there are no new, exclusive prints on this Nindroid, I'd characterize it as a unique character since it's a decidedly unique combination of parts, much like the 2013 Garmadon figure (whose parts were likewise all available in other figs) In contrast, I'd consider Sensei Wu minifigure from Destiny's Bounty the same as the ones from Epic Dragon Battle and Temple of Light. The only difference between those minifigures is the color of their hat (Brick Yellow in Destiny's Bounty, Warm Gold in the other two sets). Similarly, I don't differentiate between variants of the Skeleton Warriors from 2011, ZX Ninja from 2012, or next year's Lloyd based on whether they have armor, headgear, or both, or based on what style of arms the skeletons have. Of course, in those cases, I'd consider the most complete variant of the minifigure character to be one with armor AND headgear, as they appear on the trading cards — for some, like Krazi, this requires combining multiple figs from multiple sets, since he never has both armor and a jester's cap in any set. By my count, this brings us up to 14 unique minifigure characters in the 2014 sets: six Ninja (I don't differentiate between Lloyd with and without armor, but I do differentiate between the two Zanes), Sensei Garmadon, Evil Wu, Pixal, three types of generic Nindroid, General Cryptor, and Cyrus Borg. If there's a summer wave, it shouldn't be hard at all for this year's minifigure count to match the original minifigure count from 2011 (20 unique minifigure characters)! And if so, hopefully those additional six will include the new Nya minifigure we're all waiting for. This new trailer explains a few things. Everything looks so awesome! I'm so excited! -Sci YES! This does look awesome. And Nya has a new costume (not just a variant of an existing minifigure costume like so many alternate costumes in the show)! Hopefully this DOES foreshadow a new Nya minifigure! Edited November 17, 2013 by Aanchir Quote
ToaJaller78 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 HOLY OT- ok let's skip that. The new Episodes look amazing. Quote
Faefrost Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 So the season title is "Rebooted"? seems appropriate. You can definitely sense a Tron type vibe coming off this one. Quote
obsidianheart Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting that Lloyd and Garmadon don't show up in the trailer, except in that group shot at the end. Quote
Merc4hire95 Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 More of a sneak peak than a trailer, it was still great, the more vids the better. Now, the screen with red eyes, whats up with that? Quote
PenPlays Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 So the season title is "Rebooted"? seems appropriate. You can definitely sense a Tron type vibe coming off this one. It's much like the "Rise of the Snakes," and "The Final Battle" sub-names that earlier set waves had. Interesting that Lloyd and Garmadon don't show up in the trailer, except in that group shot at the end. It was revealed already that Lloyd was touring Ninjago. Whether he's with Garmadon (and Misako for that matter) remains to be seen. Quote
Freddy Bricker Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Great trailer, I want Nya more than ever now. I'm also hoping we get a summer wave with Cyrus Borg's tower because it's design is just great. Overall liking what I see. But the show seems a bit "un-done" to me, it seems to lack the quality in resolution it once had. This must have been made a while back and I just can't wait to see how everything turns out in December! Quote
horizon Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Trailer looks more promising then the sets themselves. haha. Quote
DraikNova Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Well, I guess the techno-blades make a bit more sense now. I still can't understand why they are called blades, though. Quote
Aanchir Posted November 17, 2013 Posted November 17, 2013 Well, I guess the techno-blades make a bit more sense now. I still can't understand why they are called blades, though. Well, they do have blades, even if they're weird energy blades. Quote
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