Rainbow Bricks LUG

The Anniversary is marked by the launch of a new podcast, " ‘Bits N’ Bricks", which explores untold stories behind a quarter of a century of LEGO gaming innovation, from the release of Japan only Sega Pico title LEGO® Fun to Build to the upcoming release of eagerly awaited multi-platform title LEGO Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga.

 ‘Bits N’ Bricks, is hosted by journalist Brian Crecente and documentarian Ethan Vincent launches [2nd December] with a teaser episode ahead of a full episode the following week. The series delves into the LEGO Group’s long, rich history in digital play and video games and explore the many facets of LEGO gaming, from unreleased projects to beloved masterpieces.

Each of the 10 episodes will be available on the LEGO Group website, as well as on all popular podcast platforms for free, each Wednesday.

https://www.lego.com/en-us/legogames-25

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LEGO are currently receiving emails and calls from parents and fans around the world regarding fake LEGO® webstores claiming to sell LEGO products often at very low prices.

The sites, which are usually promoted on popular social media sites, often look genuine. Many feature the LEGO logo, theme logos, photos of real LEGO sets and a similar design to the official LEGO webstore www.shop.LEGO.com.

LEGO, like many brands, are doing everything they can to protect consumers from fraud, and they take the issue of fraudulent and scam websites very seriously. They are working harder than ever to identify and report as many of these sites as possible.

The following simple steps can help you spot a fake, fraudulent or scam LEGO webstore.

Look closely at the contents of the site. Spend time looking at the entire website before purchasing anything. Check for incorrect language, fake consumer services addresses, terms and conditions for returns, privacy policy etc. If you are still in doubt after doing this, try calling the company if a phone number is provided on the page. Often, the phone numbers on fake webstores do not exist or they do not answer calls.

Be cautious of very low prices. When you see very low prices being offered on LEGO products, it may be a fake webstore that uses the tactic to lure you in to either buy fake LEGO sets or simply take your money.

Pay with debit or credit card. When buying a LEGO product online, a credit or debit card will often provide greater protection if you’re unfortunate enough to buy fake or non-existent products.

Check customer reviews. Look at various websites that collect customer reviews – use multiple sources. Check websites that alert about current scam sites.

If you see a potential fraudulent or scam website claiming to sell LEGO products, please contact customer service at www.LEGO.com/en-us/service

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Official images of series 21 Collectible Minifigs have been revealed and unlike previous series, this one, only has 12 Minifigs.

Due: 1st January 2021

There are some nice accessories and cool minifigs. Which is your favourite?

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We would have loved to been their in person to have another great LEGO Fan Event on the Central Coast, but the next best thing is Brisbane Waters Brickfest @HOME

A Virtual LEGO FAN Event organised by LEGO Fans for LEGO Fans, to be enjoyed from the comfort of your lounge.

On Sunday 25th October from 10am, exhibitors will post photos/videos and LIVE streams of their displays for everyone to enjoy.

www.facebook.com/brisbanewatersbrickfest

We would love to see you, your family and friends join us online. Let them know about our Virtual LEGO Fan Event, Brisbane Water Brickfest @HOME!

Available: 1st October, from LEGO.com and LEGO Certified Stores 
LEGO.com Elf Club House 

Pieces: 1,197

Price: $149.99

This is the latest set in the Winter Village range and is also part of the new adult range of sets, thus the dark packaging. 

The set has four elf Minifigs and a new reindeer which is a cool new mound. The Minifigs have already been photographed for later in the year, as well as the reindeer. The Minifigs torsos have prints front and back and two of the Minifig heads have two faces. 

There are number of micro builds, the plane and ship which are both perfect for me to use in other photos on our feeds. I love the new brick built PC with it’s ’Nice List’, which is a sticker unfortunately, but like the micro builds this will be used in photos on Rainbows social media feeds.

The build as a whole was fun, as the Winter Village builds are. There are some play features, which are not easy to use with my big boy hands, but I’m sure other will make good use of them. Wake up the elf’s by turning the clock or drop a waffle into the pan on the oven.

The build has some nice details throughout including the present wrapping area, which uses car doors in a different way. The rooflines are created very nicely and is a technique what can be used in other MOCs.

It will fit in well with all the previous Winter Village sets, or could be the start of a great new Christmas tradition. We have often used them as a centerpiece at Christmas and will no doubt again.

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