Anthony – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com The ultimate LEGO magazine for fans. Providing inspiration, techniques and going behind-the-scenes with LEGO experts. Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:35:38 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/blocksmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-Blocks-favicon.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Anthony – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com 32 32 174750775 LEGO Pokémon 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection – the Blocks review https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40892-kanto-region-badge-collection-the-blocks-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-pokemon-40892-kanto-region-badge-collection-the-blocks-review https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40892-kanto-region-badge-collection-the-blocks-review/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=62999 The LEGO Pokémon set 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection, available for free with the purchase of 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise, features eight brick-built badges from the original games. While the construction has some repetitive elements and challenges with stickers, the overall display is appealing, aimed at long-term fans eager to build their collection.

]]> https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40892-kanto-region-badge-collection-the-blocks-review/feed/ 0 62999 LEGO Pokémon 40911 Mini Pokémon Center – the Blocks review https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40911-mini-pokemon-center-the-blocks-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-pokemon-40911-mini-pokemon-center-the-blocks-review https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40911-mini-pokemon-center-the-blocks-review/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:55:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=63014 The LEGO Pokémon collection includes three primary sets, complemented by the exclusive 40911 Mini Pokémon Center available for 2,500 Insiders points from February 27. Featuring a detailed design reminiscent of Pokémon Centres, it comprises 233 pieces. This compact model showcases significant features creatively, despite its reliance on stickers for some details.

]]> https://blocksmag.com/lego-pokemon-40911-mini-pokemon-center-the-blocks-review/feed/ 0 63014 Nike x LEGO Play Arena celebrates new Galaxy Collection in London https://blocksmag.com/nike-x-lego-play-arena-celebrates-new-galaxy-collection-in-london/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nike-x-lego-play-arena-celebrates-new-galaxy-collection-in-london https://blocksmag.com/nike-x-lego-play-arena-celebrates-new-galaxy-collection-in-london/#respond Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:45:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=55546 Read More Nike x LEGO Play Arena celebrates new Galaxy Collection in London

]]> LEGO and Nike fans in London could get hands-on with special limited time play experiences during a launch event featuring oversized props and activities. To launch the Nike x LEGO Galaxy Collection, a pop-up experience in central London opened its…

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]]> https://blocksmag.com/nike-x-lego-play-arena-celebrates-new-galaxy-collection-in-london/feed/ 0 55546 Eight fun facts about LEGO Disney 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle https://blocksmag.com/eight-fun-facts-about-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eight-fun-facts-about-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle https://blocksmag.com/eight-fun-facts-about-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/#respond Sun, 23 Mar 2025 15:08:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=49144 LEGO Disney Senior Model Designer Ryan Van Woerkom shares insights about the 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle set, consisting of 2,916 pieces. The design incorporates vibrant techniques learned from previous models, like rounded turrets. The set features iconic locations, charming furniture, and expressive characters, aiming to evoke nostalgia for fans while remaining accessible to new builders.

]]> https://blocksmag.com/eight-fun-facts-about-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/feed/ 0 49144 Who’s at the table in LEGO Disney 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle? https://blocksmag.com/whos-at-the-table-in-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whos-at-the-table-in-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle https://blocksmag.com/whos-at-the-table-in-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/#respond Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:39:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=49135 Ryan Van Woerkom, Senior Model Designer, discusses the character selection for the LEGO Disney 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle, emphasizing the importance of iconic scenes like "Be Our Guest." The design process involved balancing character inclusion and model functionality while staying true to the film's charm. The set features familiar characters, ensuring a nostalgic and engaging building experience.

]]> https://blocksmag.com/whos-at-the-table-in-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle/feed/ 0 49135 Designing LEGO Disney 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle with Ryan Van Woerkom https://blocksmag.com/designing-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle-with-ryan-van-woerkom/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=designing-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle-with-ryan-van-woerkom https://blocksmag.com/designing-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle-with-ryan-van-woerkom/#respond Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:01:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=49095 The LEGO 43263 Beauty and the Beast Castle, designed by Ryan Van Woerkom, celebrates the beloved film's legacy with 2,916 pieces depicting major scenes and characters. He talks about the design process with Blocks, which involved extensive research on the castle's architecture from various sources, achieving a magical lavender tone to evoke nostalgia among builders.

]]> https://blocksmag.com/designing-lego-disney-43263-beauty-and-the-beast-castle-with-ryan-van-woerkom/feed/ 0 49095 Five Death Eaters still to be transfigured as LEGO characters https://blocksmag.com/five-death-eaters-still-to-be-transfigured-as-lego-characters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-death-eaters-still-to-be-transfigured-as-lego-characters https://blocksmag.com/five-death-eaters-still-to-be-transfigured-as-lego-characters/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:12:07 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=47451 Here are five Death Eaters from Harry Potter that fans would love to get as LEGO minifigures to enhance their collections. Augustus Rookwood, Antonin Dolohov, Thorfinn Rowle, and siblings Alecto and Amycus Carrow would all be great thanks to their diverse roles in key battles and their potential for engaging LEGO scenes.

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]]> With 76294 X-Men: The X-Mansion expanding the LEGO Marvel world, Blocks is picking out five more members of the mutant squad who fans need to really make this corner of the multiverse feel complete. The recently revealed 76294 X-Men: The…

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]]> https://blocksmag.com/five-x-men-team-members-we-need-as-minifigures/feed/ 0 43871 LEGO Play is the new app replacing LEGO Life https://blocksmag.com/lego-play-is-the-new-app-replacing-lego-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-play-is-the-new-app-replacing-lego-life https://blocksmag.com/lego-play-is-the-new-app-replacing-lego-life/#respond Thu, 01 Aug 2024 13:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=42134 Read More LEGO Play is the new app replacing LEGO Life

]]> LEGO Life is out and LEGO Play is in – the LEGO Group is replacing the existing experience with something new for young fans. If you’ve been looking for a new app for your young builders, then the LEGO Play…

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]]> https://blocksmag.com/lego-play-is-the-new-app-replacing-lego-life/feed/ 0 42134 Five more Jedi characters fans need as LEGO Star Wars minifigures https://blocksmag.com/five-more-jedi-characters-fans-need-as-lego-star-wars-minifigures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-more-jedi-characters-fans-need-as-lego-star-wars-minifigures https://blocksmag.com/five-more-jedi-characters-fans-need-as-lego-star-wars-minifigures/#respond Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:15:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=31277 Read More Five more Jedi characters fans need as LEGO Star Wars minifigures

]]> There are so many amazing Jedi characters in the Star Wars universe that haven't been released as LEGO minifigures that one list can't contain them all – here are another five Jedi who deserve their own LEGO character. Just as…

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