76289: Thor vs. Surtur Construction Figure Review
Thor’s journey in the MCU has been an interesting one. After the first two Thor films, the third embraces the absurdity of a race of alien gods with Thor: Ragnarok. In the opening moments of the film, Thor is found chained in a cage, captured by the fire demon Surtur. The prophecy that Asgard would fall during Ragnarok came true as Surtur was released and rained terror on Thor’s world. It’s those moments which has...
76295: The Avengers Helicarrier Set Review
It’s time to start the Summer set reviews by looking at the entire new range of LEGO® Marvel sets. The first set I’m taking a look at is the recently revealed mini version of the Helicarrier. This gigantic airborne aircraft carrier acts as the mobile command centre for S.H.I.E.L.D. It first appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Marvel’s The Avengers/Avengers Assemble. Since then it’s appeared in multiple...
LEGO Spider-Man No Way Home Construction Figures Review
The LEGO® build ecosystem is famously made up of three different build systems. The majority of LEGO sets use the original System, which is based on standard LEGO elements, this was later joined by Technic and DUPLO. But the LEGO Group has dabbled with others and perhaps the most welcome known of these is the ‘constraction’ system or CCBS. These offshoots introduced unique elements to allow the creation of action...
10794: Team Spidey Web Spinner Headquarters Review
As well as a popular range of playsets and buildable props, the LEGO® Marvel theme also offers something for younger LEGO fans with 4+ Spidey and his Amazing Friends sets. Next month a trio of new sets based on the animated series will be released. This particular set is the biggest to be released so in the Spidey theme and includes an impressive collection of characters. After taking a look at the Spidey Vs. Green Goblin and Spidey...
10793: Spidey Vs. Green Goblin Set Review
The animated adventures of Spider-Man have introduced an array of Spider-themed vehicles with some of the more unusual offerings found in Spidey and his Amazing Friends. This Spider-Man-themed show is aimed at younger viewers and the animation style has given these vehicles a sort of Kawaii-style appearance. The latest of Spidey’s rides to be transformed into a LEGO 4+ set is the Hover Spinner, which a young Peter Parker uses to...
10792: Spidey Drill Spinner Vehicle Set Review
Spider-Man continues to be a much-loved Marvel character and the characters connected to the Spider-Man universe have been used in many different ways. For younger Marvel fans, the character is affectionately known as Spidey and along with his amazing friends, he stars in an animated series on Disney Junior and Disney+. The TV show has inspired several Spidey and His Amazing Friends playsets which fall under the 4+ banner. Three new...
76280: Spider-Man Vs. Sandman: Final Battle Review
The MCU is full of iconic moments, but few have managed to give the ‘portals’ Avengers: Endgame a run for its money. That is until the third movie in the Spider-Man ‘Home’ trilogy. After Doctor Strange’s spell goes wrong, multiverses collide and Sony’s previous Spider-Man universes officially become part of the wider MCU. The three Peter Parkers united to stop villains from past films. This set is...