The LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series 75419 Death Star set features a record 38 minifigures, including notable characters like Galen Erso and the Hot Tub Stormtrooper. Design Manager Madison O’Neil explains how the set includes minifigures from both Death Stars, emphasising his attention to character details and fun references.
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LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star: Fully armed and operational
The LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series set 75419 Death Star incorporates various iconic rooms while maintaining a logical layout. Design Manager César Soares discusses its development, including elevator functionality and room placement, while emphasizing the importance of visual design.
That’s no moon – it’s LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star
75419 Death Star, the largest LEGO Star Wars set ever, will be released on October 1, 2025, for $999.99. Featuring 9,023 pieces, it allows fans to recreate iconic scenes from the franchise across six detailed floors, includes 38 minifigures, and offers a blend of display and play features. Preorders are available now.
Crafting clear crystals for LEGO Ideas 21362 Mineral Collection
LEGO Ideas Creative Lead Jordan Scott explains how he crafted clear crystals using bricks for 21362 Mineral Collection, a new set. The experienced designer faced challenges when it came to colour layering and piece selection.
LEGO Ideas 21362 Mineral Collection official design revealed
LEGO Ideas 21362 Mineral Collection, originally inspired by Dario Del Frate’s visits to Milan's Natural History Museum, launches on October 1, 2025, for £54.99/$59.99/€59.99. With 880 pieces, it features displays of six crystals, including pyrite and amethyst, on customizable shelves.
Choosing a crew for LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship
The LEGO Black Pearl is sailing once again in Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship, so Blocks dives into the creation of this infamous vessel with Design Master Mike Psiaki as he explains how he crewed and armed the…
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Figuring out the figurehead for LEGO 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship
LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship reimagines the Black Pearl with attention to detail, including a unique figurehead and captain's cabin inspired by the film series. Design Master Mike Psiaki discusses how he balanced aesthetics and utility, using a predominantly dark colour scheme, while ensuring the model’s parts are distinguishable in the build instructions.
Creating a sleek frigate for LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship
LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship marks the return of the iconic Black Pearl after a long absence. Design Master Mike Psiaki shares insights into recreating its slick hull and innovative design, allowing the ship to split for display or play. Inspired by historic frigates, this model aims to enhance the LEGO pirate experience and deliver something new.
LEGO Fortnite 40884 Drift & Raven BrickHeadz dropping soon
The LEGO Fortnite 40884 Drift & Raven Figures set is set to release on October 1, 2025, for £17.99/$19.99, featuring 280 pieces. It includes characters Drift, inspired by Japanese folklore, and Raven, reminiscent of gothic poetry.
Deploying the cannons in LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship
LEGO Design Master Mike Psiaki discusses the creation of LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship, inspired by the Black Pearl from Pirates of the Caribbean. The design process involved extensive reference material, particularly to ensure authentic cannon deployment. Challenges included limiting the number of cannons while maintaining functionality and aesthetics.