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LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship The Black Pearl sets sail

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LEGO Icons 10365 Captain Jack Sparrow’s Pirate Ship sets sail on September 12, 2025. This detailed 2,862-piece replica of the Black Pearl from Pirates of the Caribbean retails for £299.99 / $379.99 / €349.99. Featuring eight characters, decorative cannons, and interior details, it offers fans a chance to craft a significant model of this cinematic vessel.

10358 Transformers: Soundwave will be the first ever LEGO Decepticon

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LEGO Icons has unveiled the latest Transformers set: 10358 Transformers: Soundwave. Soundwave, a veteran of the original run of Transformers toys and television from 1984, is the first-ever Decepticon to be made as a LEGO set, and a perfect foe for 10302 Optimus Prime and 10338 Bumblebee to face.

A chat about weird and experimental LEGO sets

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Graham E. Hancock and Daniel Konstanski discuss their favorite unconventional LEGO sets, including the new LEGO Icons book nooks. They reflect on unique themes like BrickHeadz and Racers, highlighting the importance of experimentation within the LEGO Group. Their conversation emphasizes how these sets diverge from traditional minifigure formats, catering to adult fans.

The inside story of the Sherlock Holmes Book Nook in LEGO magazine Issue 129

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Issue 129 of the LEGO magazine offers insights into the creation of 10351 Sherlock Holmes: Book Nook, exclusive interviews, and reviews of new Jurassic World sets. Subscribers can win a prize and receive special offers. This edition features building instructions and highlights unique models. Available worldwide now.

Throw your own Hobbit birthday bash in the latest LEGO Ideas challenge

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The latest LEGO Ideas challenge sends builders to the rolling hills of The Shire, tasking them with designing the ultimate hobbit birthday bash inspired by The Lord of the Rings. Winners of the A Night to Remember in The Shire challenge will receive a prize of LEGO The Lord of the Rings sets fit for a dragon's hoard.

Win free LEGO sets and a night in London with the Formula 1 build challenge

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The LEGO Group is hosting an F1 building challenge for children ahead of the 2025 British Grand Prix watch party on July 6, 2025. Children can build their dream F1 car for a chance to win LEGO Formula 1 prizes and a free night at Battersea Power Station in London.

Attend the LEGO Group’s F1 British Grand Prix watch party

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The LEGO Group and F1 are celebrating the 2025 British Grand Prix with a Family Watch Party at Battersea Power Station on July 6, 2025 from 10am to 6pm. Fans can check out a life-size LEGO car, take part in LEGO building challenges and, of course, watch the big race on the big screen.

Symbols of friendship in LEGO 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless

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Model Designer Jae Won Lee balanced aesthetics with functionality for the design of LEGO Icons 10375 How to Train Your Dragon, incorporating bond symbols like the saddle and accessories such as a fish. The focus on Toothless highlights the emotional core of Hiccup and Toothless’s relationship.

Recreating an animated icon in LEGO 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless

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As dragons swoop back onto the big screen with the live-action adaptation of DreamWorks How To Train Your Dragon, Blocks explores the development behind LEGO Icons 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless with Model Designer Jae Won Lee. When…

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Creating a Chibi Style for LEGO Icons 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless

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LEGO Model Designer Jae Won Lee talks about giving LEGO Icons 10375 How To Train Your Dragon: Toothless a unique style. The chibi style was chosen for its appeal in promoting the model as a fun display piece. The build captures Toothless' character while addressing the challenges of its organic shapes.