75419 Death Star – 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. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:54:04 +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 75419 Death Star – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans https://blocksmag.com 32 32 174750775 Blocks launches LEGO Star Wars special edition magazine https://blocksmag.com/blocks-launches-lego-star-wars-special-edition-magazine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=blocks-launches-lego-star-wars-special-edition-magazine https://blocksmag.com/blocks-launches-lego-star-wars-special-edition-magazine/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:30:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=64539 The LEGO Star Wars Special Magazine is a 132-page collector's edition celebrating the upcoming release of The Mandalorian and Grogu and Maul: Shadow Lord, with exclusive builds, interviews, and insights. This special edition features iconic moments, interviews with key talents like Ashley Eckstein and Sam Witwer, plus behind-the-scenes contributions from LEGO designers, making it essential for fans and collectors.

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LEGO magazine boldly explores the first ever LEGO Star Trek set https://blocksmag.com/lego-magazine-boldly-explores-the-first-ever-lego-star-trek-set/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-magazine-boldly-explores-the-first-ever-lego-star-trek-set https://blocksmag.com/lego-magazine-boldly-explores-the-first-ever-lego-star-trek-set/#respond Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=57158 The final LEGO magazine before Christmas, Issue 134 of Blocks, features a deep dive into the new 10356 Star Trek Enterprise set. Packed with interviews, concept art and exclusive mini builds, this edition also highlights the history of the LEGO fan community and reviews of recent releases, making it essential for enthusiasts and a perfect holiday gift.

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Marking a milestone with LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star https://blocksmag.com/marking-a-milestone-with-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=marking-a-milestone-with-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star https://blocksmag.com/marking-a-milestone-with-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star/#respond Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53649 The LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series 75419 Death Star is the largest LEGO set to date, featuring 9,023 pieces. Design Manager César Soares and Creative Lead Jens Kronvold Frederiksen choose their favourite aspects, including the iconic Imperial shuttle within the set. The set incorporates hidden easter eggs from across the franchise.

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How to move LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series 75419 Death Star safely https://blocksmag.com/how-to-move-lego-star-wars-ultimate-collector-series-75419-death-star-safely/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-move-lego-star-wars-ultimate-collector-series-75419-death-star-safely https://blocksmag.com/how-to-move-lego-star-wars-ultimate-collector-series-75419-death-star-safely/#respond Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:05:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53726 The LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series 75419 Death Star, featuring 9,023 pieces and priced at £899.99 / $999.99, is set for release on October 1. Design Manager César Soares provides a video guide on safely lifting the model from its base to prevent it from ending up as a pile of pieces.

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LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star: Stabilising the station https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-stabilising-the-station/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-stabilising-the-station https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-stabilising-the-station/#respond Sun, 07 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53640 The LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star set, featuring 9,023 pieces and standing 70cm tall, presented design challenges when it came to stability. Design Manager César Soares explains how he carefully crafted the base of the model so that it would be supported and a certain aspect that had to be removed so it would be sturdy.

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LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star: Scaling a superweapon https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-scaling-a-superweapon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-scaling-a-superweapon https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-scaling-a-superweapon/#respond Sat, 06 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53652 LEGO Star Wars Creative Lead Jens Kronvold Frederiksen and Design Manager César Soares explain how they scaled the enormous new set, 75419 Death Star. They discuss the $1,000 price tag and whether they intended for the set to be so large from the beginning.

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Manning the garrison in LEGO Star Wars 75419 Death Star https://blocksmag.com/manning-the-garrison-in-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=manning-the-garrison-in-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star https://blocksmag.com/manning-the-garrison-in-lego-star-wars-75419-death-star/#respond Sat, 06 Sep 2025 07:30:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53636 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 https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-fully-armed-and-operational/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-fully-armed-and-operational https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-75419-death-star-fully-armed-and-operational/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:11:40 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53644 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.

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LEGO Star Wars 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack – the Blocks review https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-the-blocks-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-the-blocks-review https://blocksmag.com/lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-the-blocks-review/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53699 LEGO Star Wars 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack is a free gift that comes with the purchase of the 75419 Death Star upon its release on October 1. While it adds charm with its two minifigures and playful design, it lacks scale coherence with the Imperial Shuttle in the Death Star set, making it non-essential for collectors.

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Free LEGO Star Wars 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack combines with 75419 Death Star https://blocksmag.com/free-lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-combines-with-75419-death-star/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=free-lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-combines-with-75419-death-star https://blocksmag.com/free-lego-star-wars-40771-tie-fighter-with-imperial-hangar-rack-combines-with-75419-death-star/#respond Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:51:43 +0000 https://blocksmag.com/?p=53569 LEGO is offering a free 40771 TIE Fighter set with the preorder of the new 75419 Death Star, the largest Star Wars set. The TIE Fighter, styled in chibi form, complements the Death Star's hangar wall. The set includes three minifigures.

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