LEGO Releases Schedule For SDCC '12
LEGO Releases Schedule For SDCC '12
Finally, an official press release regarding LEGO's presentations at San Diego Comic-Con this year. Read on to your content.
LEGO Systems Celebrates a New Theme Each Day at San Diego Comic-Con
-Surprises abound for fans as construction toy maker unveils new playsets, life-sized models, mystery builds, contests and one-of-a-kind giveaways in support of popular licensed properties-
SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON (July 11, 2012) – LEGO Systems, Inc., the world’s leading construction toy manufacturer, unveils its largest ever San Diego Comic-Con presence with a “theme of the day” calendar of events that celebrates its top licensed properties including LEGO® THE LORD OF THE RINGS™ and LEGO THE HOBBIT™, LEGO Super Heroes, LEGO Star Wars™ and LEGO NINJAGO. LEGO Systems welcomes show attendees with displays of life-size models, first-ever “reveals” of LEGO building sets and limited edition giveaways. In addition, attendees are invited to help “build” a section of its booth each day that features 7.5 feet tall mosaics of Comic Con favorites at booth #2829 of the San Diego Convention Center, July 12-15.
“Each year we’re overwhelmed by the excitement Comic-Con fans show toward the LEGO brand and the new playsets we introduce based on their favorite characters and storylines,” said Michael McNally, brand relations director, LEGO Systems, Inc. “As we celebrate our 80th anniversary this year, we’re pulling out all the stops in San Diego to show fans how the classic LEGO brick continues to build popularity among children and adults of all ages with a rotation of themes and activities for fans of all interests.”
LEGO The Lord of the Rings and LEGO The Hobbit- Thursday, July 12
Epic characters and scenes take LEGO form in the newly released LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGSTM collection, based on the popular THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy. Additionally, to coincide with the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in December, LEGO Systems will introduce a collection of LEGO THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY™ building sets in December 2012.
The imaginations of fans attending the show will journey to Middle-earth when they catch a sneak peek of the first LEGO The Hobbit set in the upcoming collection, and a preview of short videos for LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS that are scheduled to air on Cartoon Network. The excitement continues with a hands-on Hobbit-themed scavenger hunt to build Bilbo Baggins in LEGO minifigure form. Attendees may pick up the first piece of Bilbo along with a special Middle-earth map at the LEGO booth, which will lead them on a show floor journey to collect the missing pieces to complete the Bilbo minifigure. The reverse side of the map includes instructions for a LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS contest that challenges fans to build any scene from THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy for a chance to win a trip to LEGOLAND® California along with a Warner Bros. studio tour. For those not attending the show, instructions can be found at http://thelordoftherings.lego.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. LEGO Systems will also host a raffle to award one lucky winner a custom 5-inch model of Bilbo made completely out of LEGO bricks.
LEGO Super Heroes - Friday, July 13
LEGO Super Heroes: DC Universe TM adventures soar to new heights with the public debut of 2013 LEGO Super Heroes minifigures.
To spotlight the collection that recreates famous DC Comic Super Heroes and Super Villains with a collection of sets and buildable characters, LEGO Systems will display a LEGO Super Heroes DC Universe 3-D mosaic featuring iconic images of Wonder Woman™, Batman™ and Superman™. One raffle winner will receive an exclusive 5-inch Batman model in LEGO form.
LEGO Super Heroes: MARVEL sets and buildable action figures bring scenes of great Marvel characters such as the Avengers, Spider-Man and X-Men to life, in addition to new characters unveiled for the first time in their 2013 LEGO MARVEL Super Heroes minifigure form. A life-size model of the Incredible Hulk in LEGO form will dominate the show floor, 2012 construction sets will be displayed and an exclusive 5-inch Spider-Man in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky winner who enters Friday’s raffle.
LEGO Star Wars - Saturday, July 14
May the Force be with San Diego Comic-Con visitors as LEGO Systems unveils the new LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit construction set, one of 20 new LEGO Star Wars sets launching in 2013 and a sneak preview of the latest LEGO Star Wars episode slated to air on Cartoon Network. To complete this day’s expedition, a one-of-a-kind 5-inch Luke Skywalker in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky winner who enters the raffle.
LEGO NINJAGO - Sunday, July 15
One of the most successful LEGO play themes ever, NINJAGO introduces a new chapter to a storyline that merges classic construction with social and virtual gaming experiences, anchored by 26 episodes of the NINJAGO: Masters of Spinjitzu animated television series airing on Cartoon Network. Devoted ninjas should gather at the LEGO booth at 2 PM PST on Sunday for a special Ninjago announcement that will further the excitement of this original story. An exclusive panel discussing all things LEGO NINJAGO takes place Sunday morning at 10:30 AM in room #8. A one-of-a-kind 5-inch green LEGO Ninja will be awarded to winner of Sunday’s raffle.
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LEGO Systems, Inc. is the North American division of The LEGO Group, a privately-held, family-owned company based in Billund, Denmark, one of the world's leading manufacturers of creatively educational play materials for children. The company is committed to the development of children's creative and imaginative abilities, and its employees are guided by the motto adopted in the 1930s by founder Ole Kirk Christiansen: "Only the best is good enough." Visit the virtual LEGO world at http://www.LEGO.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
LEGO, the LEGO logo, DUPLO, NINJAGO and TECHNIC are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2012 The LEGO Group.
DC Universe and all related characters are elements or trademarks of and © DC Comics.
TM and © 2012 Marvel and Subs.
© New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.
Personally, the news that excites me most is "LEGO Systems unveils the new LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit construction set." What will this set be like? And less importantly, by how much will Toys R Us inflate the price?
LEGO Systems Celebrates a New Theme Each Day at San Diego Comic-Con
-Surprises abound for fans as construction toy maker unveils new playsets, life-sized models, mystery builds, contests and one-of-a-kind giveaways in support of popular licensed properties-
SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON (July 11, 2012) – LEGO Systems, Inc., the world’s leading construction toy manufacturer, unveils its largest ever San Diego Comic-Con presence with a “theme of the day” calendar of events that celebrates its top licensed properties including LEGO® THE LORD OF THE RINGS™ and LEGO THE HOBBIT™, LEGO Super Heroes, LEGO Star Wars™ and LEGO NINJAGO. LEGO Systems welcomes show attendees with displays of life-size models, first-ever “reveals” of LEGO building sets and limited edition giveaways. In addition, attendees are invited to help “build” a section of its booth each day that features 7.5 feet tall mosaics of Comic Con favorites at booth #2829 of the San Diego Convention Center, July 12-15.
“Each year we’re overwhelmed by the excitement Comic-Con fans show toward the LEGO brand and the new playsets we introduce based on their favorite characters and storylines,” said Michael McNally, brand relations director, LEGO Systems, Inc. “As we celebrate our 80th anniversary this year, we’re pulling out all the stops in San Diego to show fans how the classic LEGO brick continues to build popularity among children and adults of all ages with a rotation of themes and activities for fans of all interests.”
LEGO The Lord of the Rings and LEGO The Hobbit- Thursday, July 12
Epic characters and scenes take LEGO form in the newly released LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGSTM collection, based on the popular THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy. Additionally, to coincide with the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in December, LEGO Systems will introduce a collection of LEGO THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY™ building sets in December 2012.
The imaginations of fans attending the show will journey to Middle-earth when they catch a sneak peek of the first LEGO The Hobbit set in the upcoming collection, and a preview of short videos for LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS that are scheduled to air on Cartoon Network. The excitement continues with a hands-on Hobbit-themed scavenger hunt to build Bilbo Baggins in LEGO minifigure form. Attendees may pick up the first piece of Bilbo along with a special Middle-earth map at the LEGO booth, which will lead them on a show floor journey to collect the missing pieces to complete the Bilbo minifigure. The reverse side of the map includes instructions for a LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS contest that challenges fans to build any scene from THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy for a chance to win a trip to LEGOLAND® California along with a Warner Bros. studio tour. For those not attending the show, instructions can be found at http://thelordoftherings.lego.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. LEGO Systems will also host a raffle to award one lucky winner a custom 5-inch model of Bilbo made completely out of LEGO bricks.
LEGO Super Heroes - Friday, July 13
LEGO Super Heroes: DC Universe TM adventures soar to new heights with the public debut of 2013 LEGO Super Heroes minifigures.
To spotlight the collection that recreates famous DC Comic Super Heroes and Super Villains with a collection of sets and buildable characters, LEGO Systems will display a LEGO Super Heroes DC Universe 3-D mosaic featuring iconic images of Wonder Woman™, Batman™ and Superman™. One raffle winner will receive an exclusive 5-inch Batman model in LEGO form.
LEGO Super Heroes: MARVEL sets and buildable action figures bring scenes of great Marvel characters such as the Avengers, Spider-Man and X-Men to life, in addition to new characters unveiled for the first time in their 2013 LEGO MARVEL Super Heroes minifigure form. A life-size model of the Incredible Hulk in LEGO form will dominate the show floor, 2012 construction sets will be displayed and an exclusive 5-inch Spider-Man in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky winner who enters Friday’s raffle.
LEGO Star Wars - Saturday, July 14
May the Force be with San Diego Comic-Con visitors as LEGO Systems unveils the new LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit construction set, one of 20 new LEGO Star Wars sets launching in 2013 and a sneak preview of the latest LEGO Star Wars episode slated to air on Cartoon Network. To complete this day’s expedition, a one-of-a-kind 5-inch Luke Skywalker in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky winner who enters the raffle.
LEGO NINJAGO - Sunday, July 15
One of the most successful LEGO play themes ever, NINJAGO introduces a new chapter to a storyline that merges classic construction with social and virtual gaming experiences, anchored by 26 episodes of the NINJAGO: Masters of Spinjitzu animated television series airing on Cartoon Network. Devoted ninjas should gather at the LEGO booth at 2 PM PST on Sunday for a special Ninjago announcement that will further the excitement of this original story. An exclusive panel discussing all things LEGO NINJAGO takes place Sunday morning at 10:30 AM in room #8. A one-of-a-kind 5-inch green LEGO Ninja will be awarded to winner of Sunday’s raffle.
# # #
LEGO Systems, Inc. is the North American division of The LEGO Group, a privately-held, family-owned company based in Billund, Denmark, one of the world's leading manufacturers of creatively educational play materials for children. The company is committed to the development of children's creative and imaginative abilities, and its employees are guided by the motto adopted in the 1930s by founder Ole Kirk Christiansen: "Only the best is good enough." Visit the virtual LEGO world at http://www.LEGO.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
LEGO, the LEGO logo, DUPLO, NINJAGO and TECHNIC are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2012 The LEGO Group.
DC Universe and all related characters are elements or trademarks of and © DC Comics.
TM and © 2012 Marvel and Subs.
© New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.
Personally, the news that excites me most is "LEGO Systems unveils the new LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit construction set." What will this set be like? And less importantly, by how much will Toys R Us inflate the price?
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That's awesome! The rancor pit is going to connect underneath the new Jabbas Palace right? There are connector holes on the side of that set. That's what I have been hoping for since I first saw pics of Jabbas Palace 6 months ago. That is exciting. I'm 35 but I feel like a kid on Christmas eve.
I might have to build my own 5 inch bilbo if possible
I might have to build my own 5 inch bilbo if possible
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Holy crap, did I read that right, a Lego rancor pit construction set?
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I guess it's to be expected that they focus on comic-book-ish stuff like Heroes, LOTR, and Ninjago.
Does anyone remember what was shown last year and what was new info last year?
I'm hoping for winter village info and CMF series 8 info. I've also read a rumor elsewhere about another Kingdoms set/product that is allegedly not the joust or chess set, so I'm crossing my fingers on that front. There's another rumor about some kind of polar action theme (that I would personally be slightly interested in). And of course I'd be jazzed about anything even remotely pirate related.
Oh it's all this weekend. Cool, not too long to wait then.
P.S. I like how everyone has to fit in a jab at TRU! (At the end of the first post.)
Does anyone remember what was shown last year and what was new info last year?
I'm hoping for winter village info and CMF series 8 info. I've also read a rumor elsewhere about another Kingdoms set/product that is allegedly not the joust or chess set, so I'm crossing my fingers on that front. There's another rumor about some kind of polar action theme (that I would personally be slightly interested in). And of course I'd be jazzed about anything even remotely pirate related.
Oh it's all this weekend. Cool, not too long to wait then.
P.S. I like how everyone has to fit in a jab at TRU! (At the end of the first post.)
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An excerpt from a report from IGN.com
I need those minifigs stat!Not only will LEGO be introducing its 2013 lineup of minifigures this year at SDCC, but as an added bonus they will be giving away four LEGO Super Heroes minifigures: Marvel Venom, Marvel Phoenix, DC Shazam and DC Bizarro. There are 1,000 of each minifigure to be given away (4,000 total). Those who win one of the exclusive minifigures will also get the chance to also win additional prizes if they receive a specially marked minifigure. These prizes include a rendering of LEGO designs, LEGO Mini-Models (Hulk and Batman), LEGO Batcaves (signed by DC writer Geoff Johns and artist Jim Lee) and signed comics and graphic novels.
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If this article I read is right, then yes, the pit will connect to the Palace. http://www.hothbricks.com/2012/06/soyon ... ns-rancor/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I can't wait 'till Saturday to find out for sure!lego the hutt wrote:That's awesome! The rancor pit is going to connect underneath the new Jabbas Palace right? There are connector holes on the side of that set. That's what I have been hoping for since I first saw pics of Jabbas Palace 6 months ago. That is exciting. I'm 35 but I feel like a kid on Christmas eve.
I might have to build my own 5 inch bilbo if possible
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Wow! Those 4 minifigs that they are giving away sound AMAZING!
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Wooo Hooo!!! Rancor Pit !!!! Awesome!!!!
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Another promo getting overlooked is the Build-A-Bilbo...
http://www.fbtb.net/2012/07/11/build-a- ... e-revealed
http://www.fbtb.net/2012/07/11/build-a- ... e-revealed
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I don't understand the Ninjago Line Details. They ramble on, but where are the New sets?
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Flickr and Brickset forum user has posted images of a $40 tin that contains an exclusive Darth Maul's Sith Infiltrator.
Am I the only one that thinks this exact set will be released in polybag form for $3.99?
Am I the only one that thinks this exact set will be released in polybag form for $3.99?
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Just noticed my mistake. It was late and I forgot to post the name of the user and the images.
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Head over to FBTB now to view this set and a detailed review of it. It is also revealed that the tin can not only contains a mini Sith Infiltrator, but also the rare sought after shirtless Darth Maul figure. Here's the link: http://www.fbtb.net/2012/07/12/2012-sdc ... more-15195" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Legobrandon wrote:Flickr and Brickset forum user has posted images of a $40 tin that contains an exclusive Darth Maul's Sith Infiltrator.
Am I the only one that thinks this exact set will be released in polybag form for $3.99?
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