Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine for fans, Issue 142 goes inside the creation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most iconic vehicle, 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, with exclusive designer interviews, behind-the-scenes insights along with a packed selection of features, reviews and inspiration for LEGO enthusiasts.
Go behind the bricks of the enormous flying aircraft carrier as Senior Designers Mark Stafford and Mark Tranter reveal how they developed this spectacular LEGO Marvel set, sharing the design decisions, technical challenges and perfectionism that shaped the finished model. The issue also includes an exclusive look at the creation of the new Pokémon SMART Play range and explores the history behind Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A. with The Walt Disney Family Museum’s Bri Bertolaccini.
There’s much more throughout the 116 pages of the magazine – AFOLs can discover incredible fan creations, build a mini Mewtwo, explore the latest LEGO sets through honest reviews and much, much more.
In Blocks Issue 142:
- Exclusive interview with Mark Stafford and Mark Tranter about designing LEGO Marvel 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
- Behind the scenes of the new Pokémon SMART Play range with the team that created it
- Disney historian Bri Bertolaccini reveals the story behind Disneyland Main Street, U.S.A. and highlights key references in the LEGO recreation
- Reviews of Technic 42232 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear Megacar, KPop Demon Hunters 72537 Derpy Tiger & Sussie Bird, 21368 Peanuts: Snoopy’s Doghouse and more
- Spotlight on outstanding fan creations, including Ralf Langer’s atmospheric *Broken Home*, incredible LEGO swords and the latest Rogue Olympics builds
- An update from LEGO Chief Marketing and Product Officer Julia Goldin
- Top 10 Friends conservation sets
- Build a mini Mewtwo with exclusive instructions
- Plus all of the regular features, news, insights and inspiration that make Blocks the monthly magazine for LEGO fans
Inside LEGO Marvel 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
The Helicarrier has become one of the defining icons of the Marvel Cinematic Universe – and Blocks is taking readers inside the process behind its LEGO recreation.
Senior Model Designers Mark Stafford and Mark Tranter explain how the creative team recreated the enormous flying fortress, revealing the design decisions, engineering challenges and fan-first approach that transformed the Avengers’ mobile headquarters into an impressive display model.
Pokémon SMART Play
Launching an entirely new LEGO theme is no small task.
The team behind Pokémon SMART Play reveal how they developed the new range, balancing technology with physical play while maintaining the creativity, quality and building standards LEGO fans expect. Discover how the designers worked together to create an expansive world for Pokémon fans to explore and the wish fulfilment play loop that is embedded in the collection.
Main Street, U.S.A.
LEGO set 43302 Main Street, U.S.A. celebrates the entrance to Disneyland, the original Disney theme park created under Walt Disney’s personal direction.
The Walt Disney Family Museum’s Content and Research Manager Bri Bertolaccini explains the history and significance of this iconic location, while uncovering the hidden references and details included throughout the LEGO model.
Reviews
Blocks takes an honest look at the latest LEGO releases, including:
- Technic 42232 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear Megacar
- KPop Demon Hunters 72537 Derpy Tiger & Sussie Bird
- 21368 Peanuts: Snoopy’s Doghouse
- Harry Potter sets
- Disney 43302 Main Street, U.S.A
- Editions World Cup sets
- 11374 Pinball Arcade Machine
Amazing fan creations
Some of the LEGO community’s most talented builders showcase remarkable original models, including Ralf Langer’s atmospheric *Broken Home*, incredible brick-built swords and the outstanding creations produced for Rogue Olympics.
Quick LEGO builds
There are mini builds to put together with the bricks you have at home – or if you prefer to build them exactly right, you can use the parts list to order the relevant elements.
- Mini Hogwarts House Crest
- Mini Mewtwo
- Mini 6973 Deep Freeze Defender
Plus
- Insights from Chief Marketing and Product Officer Julia Goldin
- Top 10 LEGO Friends conservation sets
- Authoritative reviews of the latest LEGO releases
- More incredible fan creations and building inspiration
- News, nostalgia and fascinating LEGO insights
- And loads more across 116 premium pages
Product details
Format: Print magazine
Pages: 116
Publisher: Blocks
Issue number: 142
Availability: Worldwide
This issue is perfect for:
- Marvel fans excited to build LEGO 76354 S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier
- Readers who enjoy exclusive interviews with LEGO designers
- Pokémon fans curious about the new SMART Play theme
- Disney enthusiasts interested in the history behind Main Street, U.S.A.
- LEGO fans who love a mix of reviews, fan creations and behind-the-scenes features
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