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The more I think about it, the more I don't think it's fair to include the
Battrax with the other choices.
For example, by far, it has the smallest number of pieces. 276 in the
Battrax compared to the next smallest set with 435 pieces for the Black
Falcon Fortress.
It's the only vehicle. The rest are either buildings or a large ship.
I think the Message Intercept Base would have been a better choice in terms
of a fair comparison - it is a type of building (OK - it's a 'base') and
more importantly, it contains 562 pieces!
Now don't get me wrong, I love BT1 as a theme, I just wish the MIB had been
a choice instead.
- Bob
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In lugnet.space, Bob Parker writes:
> Now don't get me wrong, I love BT1 as a theme, I just wish the MIB had been
> a choice instead.
Absolutely correct about this one. I wonder if any of the elements are no
longer available...it would be good to know.
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Mmmmm, trans-beer Big 1/4 Domes...
Space.
PS. Agree with that. Even though I allready have 2 :-D
--Kyle
http://lego.kepplah.com
In lugnet.space, Bob Parker writes:
> The more I think about it, the more I don't think it's fair to include the
> Battrax with the other choices.
>
> For example, by far, it has the smallest number of pieces. 276 in the
> Battrax compared to the next smallest set with 435 pieces for the Black
> Falcon Fortress.
>
> It's the only vehicle. The rest are either buildings or a large ship.
>
> I think the Message Intercept Base would have been a better choice in terms
> of a fair comparison - it is a type of building (OK - it's a 'base') and
> more importantly, it contains 562 pieces!
>
> Now don't get me wrong, I love BT1 as a theme, I just wish the MIB had been
> a choice instead.
>
> - Bob
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In lugnet.space, Bob Parker writes:
> The more I think about it, the more I don't think it's fair to include the
> Battrax with the other choices.
> ...
> Now don't get me wrong, I love BT1 as a theme, I just wish the MIB had been
> a choice instead.
I dunno-- that's part of its appeal. Makes it more of an 'impulse' item or
some such. I mean, I'd only get 1 BSB, or one Main Street if they were
chosen, but Battrax? I'd get a bunch, cuz it's cheaper! One of those human
nature things-- I got 10 X-wings ($300) and only 2 Mos Espa's ($180). 12
Guarded Treasury's ($180) and only 1 Leo's Castle ($90). Etc. And in terms
of price per piece, it's the cheapest of the Legend choices except for Black
Falcon's Fortress... I dunno... it's got good things going for it... (It was
also my 2nd favorite BT1 set-- Renegade wins in my book, sorry)
DaveE
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In lugnet.space, Bob Parker writes:
> The more I think about it, the more I don't think it's fair to include the
> Battrax with the other choices.
>
> For example, by far, it has the smallest number of pieces. 276 in the
> Battrax compared to the next smallest set with 435 pieces for the Black
> Falcon Fortress.
>
> It's the only vehicle. The rest are either buildings or a large ship.
>
> I think the Message Intercept Base would have been a better choice in terms
> of a fair comparison - it is a type of building (OK - it's a 'base') and
> more importantly, it contains 562 pieces!
>
> Now don't get me wrong, I love BT1 as a theme, I just wish the MIB had been
> a choice instead.
>
> - Bob
I would have liked to see the MIB too. More trans yellow domes would be
sweet. Also the Battrax has only one fig if I am correct, it would be nice
to get more.
My dream legend re-release would be a combo pack with
http://guide.lugnet.com/set/6894 and http://guide.lugnet.com/set/6886. A
blactron vs. space police set.
But hey, I'll take what I can get. Since we see that classic space helmets
are out (DANG IT!), what Futuron sets would be "Legendary"? (am I correct
in that no futuron set has the space symbol on bricks or slopes?) Has anyone
decided they would accept a classic space man with a new helmet and visor?
Or would you take a Galaxy Explorer with Futuron pilots?
Chris <><
P.S. space.
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In lugnet.space, Chris Giddens writes:
>
> I would have liked to see the MIB too. More trans yellow domes would be
> sweet. Also the Battrax has only one fig if I am correct, it would be nice
> to get more.
I'm a bit perplexed at the decision to release a smaller Blacktron set
instead of something awesome (Like a Renegade, for example) or even
an older set such as Cosmic Fleet Voyager which would have got my vote
right away.
> My dream legend re-release would be a combo pack with
> http://guide.lugnet.com/set/6894 and http://guide.lugnet.com/set/6886. A
> blactron vs. space police set.
Space Police vs Blacktron, the epic struggle between a rogue force and
a policing colony...or for that matter, competition to become the next legend.
(I think blacktron would take down SP any day.) Although a combo pack would
be all the better!
> But hey, I'll take what I can get. Since we see that classic space helmets
> are out (DANG IT!), what Futuron sets would be "Legendary"? (am I correct
> in that no futuron set has the space symbol on bricks or slopes?) Has anyone
> decided they would accept a classic space man with a new helmet and visor?
> Or would you take a Galaxy Explorer with Futuron pilots?
I think the futuron set "star quest" has a space insignia
on a white 3x2 brick. It is quite a small set, though. I'm not surprised
about those classic helmets, though. I don't think Lego even *has* the
moulding anymore. A shame, but, oh well... I wouldn't like to see a classic
space man with the new helmet, because a helmet without a visor would be,
er...just not right...
You think they would slightly modify a classic rerelease to include
visors on the helmets, or would LEGO leave it to the fans to decide.
Just my two brickz...
<<_Matt Hein_>>
Lugnet No. 1112
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I'm very sure they could easily make a new mould of the old helmit. It
might not be *exactly* the same, but it would work.
--
Booga
Who needs sanity when you have iNsAniTy?!
All your Lego base are belong to us!
"Matt Hein" <Pyrokid17@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:GuIKu3.551@lugnet.com...
> In lugnet.space, Chris Giddens writes:
> I think the futuron set "star quest" has a space insignia
> on a white 3x2 brick. It is quite a small set, though. I'm not surprised
> about those classic helmets, though. I don't think Lego even *has* the
> moulding anymore. A shame, but, oh well... I wouldn't like to see a • classic
> space man with the new helmet, because a helmet without a visor would be,
> er...just not right...
> You think they would slightly modify a classic rerelease to include
> visors on the helmets, or would LEGO leave it to the fans to decide.
>
> Just my two brickz...
>
> <<_Matt Hein_>>
> Lugnet No. 1112
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In lugnet.space, Markham Carroll writes:
> I'm very sure they could easily make a new mould of the old helmit. It
> might not be *exactly* the same, but it would work.
TLC could certainly make a new mold. But Legends sets come from a specific
group within LEGO's organization. And that group does NOT currently have
the clout to create new molds.
--
Tony Hafner
www.hafhead.com
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In lugnet.space, Matt Hein writes:
> In lugnet.space, Chris Giddens writes:
> >
> > I would have liked to see the MIB too. More trans yellow domes would be
> > sweet. Also the Battrax has only one fig if I am correct, it would be nice
> > to get more.
However, as pointed out before, the Battrax is a great empire-builder, as it
is cheaper. I would not buy more than one MIB. (Though I notice Kyle has
already two and I am jealous!)
<snipperthesnipsnap
> > But hey, I'll take what I can get. Since we see that classic space helmets
> > are out (DANG IT!), what Futuron sets would be "Legendary"? (am I correct
> > in that no futuron set has the space symbol on bricks or slopes?) Has anyone
> > decided they would accept a classic space man with a new helmet and visor?
> > Or would you take a Galaxy Explorer with Futuron pilots?
Hey, if you vote for the classic yellow castle (a great set which I actually
got for my eighth birthday) you would have five grey classic helmets. I have
found out that a BT1 guy with a grey classic space helmet looks like a real
dork...
> I think the futuron set "star quest" has a space insignia
> on a white 3x2 brick. It is quite a small set, though. I'm not surprised
> about those classic helmets, though. I don't think Lego even *has* the
> moulding anymore.
LEGO must have the moulding for the before mentioned classic yellow castle!
> A shame, but, oh well... I wouldn't like to see a classic
> space man with the new helmet, because a helmet without a visor would be,
> er...just not right...
> You think they would slightly modify a classic rerelease to include
> visors on the helmets, or would LEGO leave it to the fans to decide.
>
> Just my two brickz...
>
> <<_Matt Hein_>>
> Lugnet No. 1112
Okay, I already voted for the Battrax and really hope it will win, even
though I agree it is a rather unfair vote. Isn't every vote rather unfair,
though? There are two castle sets there and the castle fans are probably
already engaged in a civil war over the outcome. Hate to be in news.castle
right now, I'd rather be killed by a Blacktron blaster than a classic castle
sword. Okay, no Han Solo, Obi Wan Kenobi dialogue here...
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In lugnet.space, Alexander Zwagerman writes:
> In lugnet.space, Matt Hein writes:
> > In lugnet.space, Chris Giddens writes:
> > >
> > > I would have liked to see the MIB too. More trans yellow domes would be
> > > sweet. Also the Battrax has only one fig if I am correct, it would be nice
> > > to get more.
> However, as pointed out before, the Battrax is a great empire-builder, as it
> is cheaper. I would not buy more than one MIB. (Though I notice Kyle has
> already two and I am jealous!)
I would rather get my hands on one MIB than two battrax, but I guess I'll
have to go with what Lego has for offer. It's a bit disappointing that Lego
couldn't have released a larger, more complex model such as Renegade. (which
has more figures and parts.) I think that would have made he vote a tad more
equal. But, after mcuh subtle debate, and question over the issue, I think
I'll set my vote for tha Battrax!
[snippity snip]
> LEGO must have the moulding for the before mentioned classic yellow castle!
I think It has the moulding for every part but the original helmetry and
visors. I know the new visors will be the parts featured in the knight's
kingdom sets, but wouldn't it be tight to see a red or white new visor?! I'm
not sure about the shields, though. Would they have a preprinted design, or
cheesy stickers.
[more snipping for that matter]
> Okay, I already voted for the Battrax and really hope it will win, even
> though I agree it is a rather unfair vote. Isn't every vote rather unfair,
> though? There are two castle sets there and the castle fans are probably
> already engaged in a civil war over the outcome. Hate to be in news.castle
> right now, I'd rather be killed by a Blacktron blaster than a classic castle
> sword. Okay, no Han Solo, Obi Wan Kenobi dialogue here...
Yeah, but isn't it unfair for two castle sets to be represented, and only
one of the other themes? Isn't it unfair that space has been pressed on
hardly (SW contract, poor theme selection LOM UFO, and a 20 percent chance
of approval.)
Sorry, Castle heads, but I think Space needs to see a new era! Our time to
prove Battrax worthy as a legend has arrived. Let's not pass this up, as we
might not get a chance any time soon. Let's hear it for space!!!
Just my two brickz...
<<_Matt Hein_>>
Lugnet No. 1112
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In lugnet.space, Matt Hein writes:
> In lugnet.space, Alexander Zwagerman writes:
> > In lugnet.space, Matt Hein writes:
> > > In lugnet.space, Chris Giddens writes:
[ major snippeage ]
> Sorry, Castle heads, but I think Space needs to see a new era! Our time to
> prove Battrax worthy as a legend has arrived. Let's not pass this up, as we
> might not get a chance any time soon. Let's hear it for space!!!
>
> Just my two brickz...
>
> <<_Matt Hein_>>
> Lugnet No. 1112
I'm starting to regret my vote for the Town set. It's just that I have
already a Battrax and, to be honest, it's my least favorite BT-I set. But I
never saw that main street set before and I just gots to have that as a legend.
Don't get me wrong, I do love Space (check the setDB, I got 'm all) and I
will order a couple of Battraxes if it gets to be the legend, but for now
I'd rather see a set that I don't have yet becoming a legend.
Mark "my BT-I will star in the new Lego Movie I'm making" de Kock
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