Juke Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 That's alright. I know some sets need work, and I like to see other peoples MOCs/MODs. But I personally don't like altering sets unless it's with pieces that came with the set Quote
Flandy Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 At the end of the day, you can always put it back to how it should be, so i see no reason to not mod a set. All sets are a compromise, with cost, complexity, playability and accuracy as factors. How each of those are prioritised by TLG is always going to differ from what AFOLs want, as the sets are designed for kids. As I'm not a kid (contrary to what my my other half says!) I want accuracy most of all, so I'm happy to make changes that move the set in that direction, so long as the finished result doesn't negatively affect the sturdiness of the model. I try my best to ensure the finished result is constructed in a way that TLG would have done if their priorities matched my own. I will admit I haven't posted any of my mods here yet, because all of them are WIP and I make changes until I'm happy. Quote
Juke Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 At the end of the day, you can always put it back to how it should be, so i see no reason to not mod a set. All sets are a compromise, with cost, complexity, playability and accuracy as factors. How each of those are prioritised by TLG is always going to differ from what AFOLs want, as the sets are designed for kids. As I'm not a kid (contrary to what my my other half says!) I want accuracy most of all, so I'm happy to make changes that move the set in that direction, so long as the finished result doesn't negatively affect the sturdiness of the model. I try my best to ensure the finished result is constructed in a way that TLG would have done if their priorities matched my own. I will admit I haven't posted any of my mods here yet, because all of them are WIP and I make changes until I'm happy. I see your point, it makes sense. I just can't work myself up to part out my other sets to MOD another. Maybe one day when I get past the novelty of the sets I will. But right now probably not. Haven't got into bricklinking yet either, just been working on my collection Quote
JPN366 Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 Brick Owl is a good option to purchase pieces you need to do MOD's. It seems a little more simplified than Bricklink. I only spent about $7 to get the pieces I needed to MOD 75149. $3 of that was shipping cost. Quote
Flandy Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 I like buying sets super cheap on ebay minus their minifigures. I just picked up a brand new in the box 75102 Poes x-wing for less than half that I paid for the complete set back in December (which wasn't full retail either), and it means I can mess around and either end up with one heavily modded x-wing and have a lot of useful spares, or build up 2 x-wings and use the spare pilot that came with the first set for the second. Quote
StarWars8Spoiler Posted June 27, 2016 Posted June 27, 2016 (edited) Concerning the new game, will the PS4 exclusive DLC packs (droids pack) or the Gamestop exclusives (jabba pack) ever be released on other platforms such as PC in the future? I don't see any reason for them to keep it console-exclusive. I ordered it from Steam, by the way. Edited June 27, 2016 by ChristopherLee Quote
JPN366 Posted June 27, 2016 Posted June 27, 2016 If anyone in the US is still looking to get the 75105 Millenium Falcon, it's 30% off at Walmart and on their website. That's $120 instead of $150. Quote
tuggernuts Posted June 27, 2016 Posted June 27, 2016 If anyone in the US is still looking to get the 75105 Millenium Falcon, it's 30% off at Walmart and on their website. That's $120 instead of $150. I'm definitely wanting, however I've spent too much on this hobby lately haha Quote
lego the hutt Posted June 27, 2016 Posted June 27, 2016 If anyone in the US is still looking to get the 75105 Millenium Falcon, it's 30% off at Walmart and on their website. That's $120 instead of $150. I think your math is a little off... Quote
JPN366 Posted June 28, 2016 Posted June 28, 2016 @lego the hutt: Ah, you're right. I was thinking $30 off when I typed that. It's 20% off, I should never try to do percentages in my head. Always use a calculator lol. Quote
Richpepperell Posted June 28, 2016 Posted June 28, 2016 Speaking of the new game, I saw this display stand for it in Tesco today, featuring a really weird cannon build for the resistance X-wings. The cannons look way over-sized to me but I do quite like them! Also, free mini Poe's X-wing if you buy the game in Tesco. Quote
tuggernuts Posted June 28, 2016 Posted June 28, 2016 (edited) Speaking of the new game, I saw this display stand for it in Tesco today, featuring a really weird cannon build for the resistance X-wings. The cannons look way over-sized to me but I do quite like them! Also, free mini Poe's X-wing if you buy the game in Tesco.[snip] I have never even heard of tesco. I googled it just for kicks, turns out there's one in Dallas. Edited June 28, 2016 by Brickdoctor Please don't quote images. Quote
Flandy Posted June 29, 2016 Posted June 29, 2016 I have never even heard of tesco. I googled it just for kicks, turns out there's one in Dallas. They once invaded Denmark..... true story Quote
That Orange Thing Posted June 29, 2016 Posted June 29, 2016 As a Brit who's been to America a few times I have to say I've never seen a Tesco in America either. I did some Googling of my own and it turns out they opened some stores over there called Fresh and easy on the west coast but they are not popular or anything like what we call Tesco back home which is more akin to Walmart or Target. Sorry, this is not directly lego related but Tuggernuts sparked an interest to find out more and I'd hate it if he made a wasted journey to Tesco inc in Dallas who sell electronic and military equipment On a more lego related note it's a shame you don't get a minfig bonus with the game and those cannons do look nice. Quote
MartinCliffe Posted June 29, 2016 Posted June 29, 2016 Concerning the new game, will the PS4 exclusive DLC packs (droids pack) or the Gamestop exclusives (jabba pack) ever be released on other platforms such as PC in the future? I don't see any reason for them to keep it console-exclusive. I ordered it from Steam, by the way. If other LEGO games are anything to go by, the other DLC packs usually come along a month or so later than the exclusive release. Quote
tuggernuts Posted June 30, 2016 Posted June 30, 2016 As a Brit who's been to America a few times I have to say I've never seen a Tesco in America either. I did some Googling of my own and it turns out they opened some stores over there called Fresh and easy on the west coast but they are not popular or anything like what we call Tesco back home which is more akin to Walmart or Target. Sorry, this is not directly lego related but Tuggernuts sparked an interest to find out more and I'd hate it if he made a wasted journey to Tesco inc in Dallas who sell electronic and military equipment On a more lego related note it's a shame you don't get a minfig bonus with the game and those cannons do look nice. Electronic and military equipment has sparked even more of an interest, thanks boss! Quote
RetroInferno Posted July 4, 2016 Posted July 4, 2016 Quick question here, does Lego usually goes full double VIP points on Force Friday or polypag promotion? With RO coming, I was just wondering if I was better off camping the Lego online shop at midnight or just waiting for it later? Thanks! Quote
HawkLord Posted July 4, 2016 Posted July 4, 2016 Lego hasn't done double VIP on Force Friday, because there's no reason to. The incentive is the new sets and they don't need to "sell" those much. Quote
Knight of Ren Posted July 5, 2016 Posted July 5, 2016 When is the Star Wars advent calendar being released? Quote
Robianco Posted July 5, 2016 Posted July 5, 2016 When is the Star Wars advent calendar being released? End of November usually. Quote
Venkefedo Posted July 5, 2016 Posted July 5, 2016 End of November usually. Nooooooooo, no no no. It's usually sold out by the end of November. The purpose of the calendar is to count down the days until Christmas in December, so releasing it at the end of November kinda defeats that whole idea. It should be released in the next month or two, I imagine. Quote
tuggernuts Posted July 5, 2016 Posted July 5, 2016 Nooooooooo, no no no. It's usually sold out by the end of November. The purpose of the calendar is to count down the days until Christmas in December, so releasing it at the end of November kinda defeats that whole idea. It should be released in the next month or two, I imagine. Thats what I would imagine. By the time you order it on s@h and have it delivered, you would have to open a day or two. Quote
HawkLord Posted July 6, 2016 Posted July 6, 2016 (edited) When is the Star Wars advent calendar being released? Probably September, as indicated by past years. As mentioned it tends to sell out in November in the US usually before Black Friday. Edited July 6, 2016 by HawkLord Quote
RetroInferno Posted July 6, 2016 Posted July 6, 2016 Same time as the Rogue One wave hits the shelves, which I CANT wait anymore for it to be released. "Grumble grumble" Quote
Robianco Posted July 6, 2016 Posted July 6, 2016 Nooooooooo, no no no. It's usually sold out by the end of November. The purpose of the calendar is to count down the days until Christmas in December, so releasing it at the end of November kinda defeats that whole idea. It should be released in the next month or two, I imagine. True... True. That'll teach me to reply when under medication. I still don't recall seeing them during summer... I think I've only really noticed them from maybe late September/Early October? Maybe I just don't like seeing Christmas stuff in the summer so I block it out. I have noticed that the figures from the Advent Calendar such as the Abominable Snowbacca are in plentiful supply now on the Mexican market pages on FB. They've obviously been made over there and they're ready to go Quote
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