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[Ki-Adi-Mundi]

Like you said, minifigs make money. And Vader was near the Falcon while it was in Docking Bay 327, so as choices of antagonist minifigs for that set go, it's not a bad choice. Why TLG didn't just add another protagonist minifig is beyond me.

*snip*

Just as you said. Minifigs make money. Getting all the main protagonsists with just one set would reduce sales of other sets. TLG wishes us to open collections, don't they?

Having some antagonist included does severely influence playbility within one set and Vader certainly makes for a good 'bad boy'. The minifig combination for the new Falcon seems to be kind of a compromise. I for one would have preferred more 'baddies to put up a fight' but a starter would love to have the main crew. I am fairly sure that such a person would try to either get the Tantive or Luke's speeder to complete the crew of main protagonists.

Overall, i will be happy to finally get OT Vader who misses in my collection while Chewie and Han already have a bunch of twin-siblings.

Btw., as a non-registered customer who ordered at S@H - will i get those VIP points or whatever stuff has been told next to the red brickling on the order page?

[Brickdoctor]

Btw., as a non-registered customer who ordered at S@H - will i get those VIP points or whatever stuff has been told next to the red brickling on the order page?

If you didn't order while logged in with your LEGO Club Online account that's linked to your VIP card, unfortunately, no.

I know back when they had the old stamp program, you could bring in a copy of your S@H invoice and they'd give you the stamps, but I'm not sure if they still do that for the VIP program.

[Ki-Adi-Mundi]

If you didn't order while logged in with your LEGO Club Online account that's linked to your VIP card, unfortunately, no.

I know back when they had the old stamp program, you could bring in a copy of your S@H invoice and they'd give you the stamps, but I'm not sure if they still do that for the VIP program.

It was my first order at S@H and do not have any official Lego store around so the matter might be pretty futile then, anyway. I hoped for some goodie code or stuff instead. Thanks for the info, though.

[spurs]

Why does LEGO never make a Jedi packed set?

That would make money wouldn't it?

[Brickdoctor]

Why does LEGO never make a Jedi packed set?

That would make money wouldn't it?

Not necessarily. People would probably only buy one of a set with so many named characters, and putting all the Jedi into one set would make fewer people want to buy other sets with Jedi in them. Lots of people would buy the set, for sure, but based on how many times they would do so and how that would affect other purchases, TLG could end up losing money.

[spurs]

Not necessarily. People would probably only buy one of a set with so many named characters, and putting all the Jedi into one set would make fewer people want to buy other sets with Jedi in them. Lots of people would buy the set, for sure, but based on how many times they would do so and how that would affect other purchases, TLG could end up losing money.

I suppose, however wouldn't a Jedi Temple set be a real fans fave?

[Brickdoctor]

I suppose, however wouldn't a Jedi Temple set be a real fans fave?

Yes, and it could happen, but not jam packed with popular Jedi. It's just not a smart move for TLG, for the reasons I mentioned. TLG has to make money, and minifigs are one of the best ways to do that. Spread out the popular ones and they'll probably sell more sets.

[spurs]

Yes, and it could happen, but not jam packed with popular Jedi. It's just not a smart move for TLG, for the reasons I mentioned. TLG has to make money, and minifigs are one of the best ways to do that. Spread out the popular ones and they'll probably sell more sets.

A minifig release would also be cool. I mean a redisign of the creepy CW faces. They could really do with redoing Ashoka and possible give us a DS minifig. This could be the new model of figs????

[Brickdoctor]

A minifig release would also be cool. I mean a redisign of the creepy CW faces. They could really do with redoing Ashoka and possible give us a DS minifig. This could be the new model of figs????

We have a new model of 'figs: the non-CW pupilized faces. All themes are moving in that direction.

And discussion of set ideas belongs in the Future Star Wars Sets topic.

[spurs]

We have a new model of 'figs: the non-CW pupilized faces. All themes are moving in that direction.

And discussion of set ideas belongs in the Future Star Wars Sets topic.

Why is there always a design flaw is it TLG's way of making sets complete?

[Brickdoctor]

Why is there always a design flaw is it TLG's way of making sets complete?

What does that have to do with the the quote of my post you included?

And what do you mean by 'design flaw'? That's a very vague term when you consider the many factors that make a good LEGO set.

[spurs]

What does that have to do with the the quote of my post you included?

And what do you mean by 'design flaw'? That's a very vague term when you consider the many factors that make a good LEGO set.

Sorry I was disturbed I mean why is there sometimes a blip?

[Brickdoctor]

Sorry I was disturbed I mean why is there sometimes a blip?

Meaning...

The closest definition of 'blip' that I can find to fit your sentence is "an unexpected, minor, and typically temporary deviation from a general trend", and if that's what you meant, that's still not very specific. And LEGO sets always follow specific guidelines based on the type of sets they are, so as whole sets I doubt that there are 'blips' very often.

I suggest you read over the Site Guidelines and make an effort to post in good English.

Edited May 6, 2011 by Brickdoctor

[Ki-Adi-Mundi]

This year's 'May the Forth be with you' event was good, indeed.

What's the next date based special offer when can expect? Is there a specialized threat for all kinds of special offers or is it the one mentioned above? I'd like to plan ahead a bit with my budgets.

[Brickdoctor]

This year's 'May the Forth be with you' event was good, indeed.

What's the next date based special offer when can expect? Is there a specialized threat for all kinds of special offers or is it the one mentioned above? I'd like to plan ahead a bit with my budgets.

If you live near a Brand Store, I suggest watching for smaller deals on their calendars, but the next big thing is Black Friday.

[Drock]

This year's 'May the Forth be with you' event was good, indeed.

What's the next date based special offer when can expect? Is there a specialized threat for all kinds of special offers or is it the one mentioned above? I'd like to plan ahead a bit with my budgets.

Usually, May 3-4 is the best SW LEGO event, but there are smaller deals. I Look forward to double VIP points (a couple of times a year) and stock up/ buy big sets

[Praiter Yed]

I'm trying to make a Speeder Bike and TLG don't make the parts I want in browns, so I decided to make the Hoth version. I assumed they would be exactly the same as the Endor speeders except white, but there are inconsistencies in the reference material that I've found. Admittedly the reference is not great - I've only managed to find various images of a model kit and an illustration from DK. Can't find much on wookipedia either...

The model seems to have a white blanket or pack on the back whereas the illustration features a heating unit, the model also has sturdier pedals. I'm thinking the illustration is probably most accurate. Many people here have far superior SW/EU knowledge than yours truly - so I wondered if anyone knew either where I could find better reference images or just knew anything about these?

[XimenaPaulina]

I wondered if anyone knew either where I could find better reference images or just knew anything about these?

Maybe fallenangel could provide images of the studio model, which is probably the best reference to base your MOC.

[Brickdoctor]

Out of curiosity, is one of the pieces you need that only comes in white the 1 x 1 plate with tooth? Because the day that comes out in brown I'm buying some for my speeder bike.

[Fallenangel]

I'm trying to make a Speeder Bike and TLG don't make the parts I want in browns, so I decided to make the Hoth version. I assumed they would be exactly the same as the Endor speeders except white, but there are inconsistencies in the reference material that I've found. Admittedly the reference is not great - I've only managed to find various images of a model kit and an illustration from DK. Can't find much on wookipedia either...

The model seems to have a white blanket or pack on the back whereas the illustration features a heating unit, the model also has sturdier pedals. I'm thinking the illustration is probably most accurate. Many people here have far superior SW/EU knowledge than yours truly - so I wondered if anyone knew either where I could find better reference images or just knew anything about these?

Maybe fallenangel could provide images of the studio model, which is probably the best reference to base your MOC.

That I can :

Gallery here, courtesy of Toromodel.

The full-size prop:

There does seem to exist an inconsistency in that while the scaled miniature sports a "pack" on the back (a feature which, I might add, was curiously omitted in The Essential Guide) the full-size prop does not. Technically, both would be screen-accurate, but I would go off the miniature since full-scale props are traditionally built smaller and have to accomodate real people (the same could be said for the T-47 and the X-wing). However, the illustration from the Incredible Cross-Sections does seem to be a variant, so I would go ahead and put in a heating unit. Hope this helps.

By the way, that "model kit" is actually part of a Hasbro playset:

I think we can all agree that Hasbro isn't exactly the most accurate source.

Edited May 11, 2011 by fallenangel309

[Praiter Yed]

Out of curiosity, is one of the pieces you need that only comes in white the 1 x 1 plate with tooth? Because the day that comes out in brown I'm buying some for my speeder bike.

That's one of my 'under consideration' parts but at the moment I'm messing with a few variations and all of them use parts not available in brown

That I can :

'snip'

The full-size prop:

'snip'

There does seem to exist an inconsistency in that while the scaled miniature sports a "pack" on the back (a feature which, I might add, was curiously omitted in The Essential Guide) the full-size prop does not. Technically, both would be screen-accurate, but I would go off the miniature since full-scale props are traditionally built smaller and have to accomodate real people (the same could be said for the T-47 and the X-wing). However, the illustration from the Incredible Cross-Sections does seem to be a variant, so I would go ahead and put in a heating unit. Hope this helps.

By the way, that "model kit" is actually part of a Hasbro playset:

'snip'

I think we can all agree that Hasbro isn't exactly the most accurate source.

Cheers Fallenangel

The studio model Images are much better reference than I had found and now you've confirmed that the 'model kit' is in fact a Hasbro toy I have to agree with following the illustration.

Thanks

[Ki-Adi-Mundi]

Usually, May 3-4 is the best SW LEGO event, but there are smaller deals. I Look forward to double VIP points (a couple of times a year) and stock up/ buy big sets

Thank you.

I reconsidered and finally joined the VIP program. LEGO customer phone service is as gentle as it is helpful.

With the new Falcon and an (hopefully huge) Hoth Base just around the corner, those red brickling points might come in handy soon.

[Artanis I]

Curiously, the diagonally mounted shapes on the front of this model are back-to-front compared with all the other images...

edit: the pointy bit is at the back, not front

Edited May 12, 2011 by Artanis I

[Danthebrick]

Just had a quick search round and couldn't find answer - is there a good technique for removing keyrings from chain? I was under the impression they disconnected easily but after a initial tug they don't seem to budge. I guess the alternative is using a small hacksaw so any suggestions welcome on the best way to remove and then fill to look reasonably good.

Many thanks

Danthebrick

[Brickdoctor]

Just had a quick search round and couldn't find answer - is there a good technique for removing keyrings from chain? I was under the impression they disconnected easily but after a initial tug they don't seem to budge. I guess the alternative is using a small hacksaw so any suggestions welcome on the best way to remove and then fill to look reasonably good.

Many thanks

Danthebrick

The easiest way is to take a pair of needle-nose pliers and twist and bend the ring until it snaps off. However, for more playability you can take a pair of wire cutters, cut off the ring, slip off the head and hair/headgear, and cut the metal again just above the neck.