Blocks launches LEGO Star Wars special edition magazine

LEGO Star Wars Special Magazine available now – a 132-page celebration of the galaxy

A brand-new LEGO Star Wars Special Magazine is available to buy now, offering fans a 132-page deep dive into one of the most beloved themes in LEGO history.

Created to celebrate the return of the saga to the big screen with Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, this one-off collector’s edition brings together incredible builds, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes insight from across the brick universe.

A galaxy of LEGO Star Wars content in one special edition

This special issue compiles some of the very best LEGO Star Wars features from previous editions of Blocks, the magazine for LEGO fans, carefully curated into a single volume dedicated entirely to the theme.

From stunning custom builds to deep design analysis, the magazine offers a comprehensive look at LEGO Star Wars.

Mandalorian builds and creative inspiration

Inspired by The Mandalorian, the magazine showcases impressive custom creations that bring iconic moments to life in LEGO form.

Highlights include:

  • The first meeting between Din Djarin and Grogu
  • The Jawas taking the Razor Crest apart, piece by piece
  • The dramatic confrontation in Moff Gideon’s underground base

Alongside these builds, readers will find practical inspiration, including build techniques and Quick Build instructions for mini models.

A LEGO scene depicting a character in Mandalorian armour interacting with a small figure in a floating pod, illuminated by a warm light from an entrance.

Exclusive interviews with Star Wars talent

The LEGO Star Wars Special features interviews with key figures from the Star Wars galaxy.

Ashley Eckstein headlines the issue with an exclusive new interview, discussing her journey as Ahsoka Tano and revealing the story behind her remarkable 10,000-brick LEGO dress.

Also inside:

  • Sam Witwer talks about bringing complex shades to Darth Maul (back on screen in Maul – Shadow Lord)
  • Anthony Daniels reflects on his career as C-3PO, illustrated with vignettes showing the character’s role in each movie

Get unique insight into how iconic characters are brought to life across film, animation and as LEGO minifigures from these talented performers.

A split image featuring two distinct designs: on the left, a woman in a vibrant dress made of LEGO bricks, showcasing a bold, artistic pattern; on the right, a dress that incorporates graphic elements inspired by a popular animated character, displayed on a mannequin.

Behind the scenes with LEGO designers

The magazine also goes deep into the LEGO side of the collaboration, with insights from Design Director Jens Kronvold Frederiksen, who has worked on LEGO Star Wars since the team was crafting the very first sets that launched in 1999.

It’s not just Jens though – César Soares, Jackson Hughes, Lucy Bilgin, Martin Fink and Madison O’Neil explore the challenges and creativity behind developing sets and minifigures.

A magazine page featuring an article about LEGO Star Wars, including illustrations of Darth Vader and various LEGO models.

Beyond the sets

The special edition explores the wider LEGO Star Wars universe, including:

  • A behind-the-scenes look at LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
  • Insights into LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition from LEGO Masters’ Brickman, AKA Ryan McNaught
  • The story of fan-favourite Jedi Bob with Bobby Moynihan, the voice of the character in Rebuild the Galaxy

The magazine also includes a full LEGO Star Wars timeline charting the theme’s evolution from 1999 to today.

A magazine article featuring a LEGO figure of Darth Vader holding a lightsaber in a sci-fi setting, discussing the creation of LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.

Available now

LEGO Star Wars Special Magazine – Collector’s Edition is available now.

With 132 pages of builds, interviews, insights and inspiration, this one-off issue is a must-have for LEGO Star Wars fans, collectors and builders alike.

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