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Get the latest news and information about LEGO. Find out what the latest sets are and when they will be available. Not to mention all the awesome goings on in the world of LEGO.

LEGO Brick Link Haul & Minifigure – Oct 2021

November 2, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

It’s been a while since I shared a Bricklink haul and thought I’d get back into the habit. This one originally started to supplement the parts that LEGO didn’t have in the Bricks & Pieces store when I ordered from them. But then the store had a sale and some very, very nice parts. I’m such a sucker for LEGO bricks!

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About this Video:
These parts came from Bricklink which is the world’s largest online marketplace to buy and sell LEGO parts, Minifigures and sets, both new or used.

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy of creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

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Filed Under: LEGO News

Interview with LEGO Ideas Stargate Creator Captain Mutant

October 27, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 3 minutes

The LEGO Ideas Stargate project has just passed the halfway milestone of 5k votes. Join me and get to know Captain Mutant the creator and understand a bit more about his project, the challenges of the LEGO build and maybe a little more of the Stargate universe for any noobs 🙂

Vote for the LEGO Ideas STARGATE project by Captain Mutant
https://ideas.lego.com/projects/fb062593-0453-4752-bbe1-4a28a23ab642

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If you want to skip through the video:
00:00 Intro and welcome Captain Mutant!
00:17 Tell us about yourself and why Stargate
01:28 Any LEGO technical challenges?
02:59 Did you think about motorising it?
03:37 How did you create such perfect minifigures?
04:45 How did you decide what part of the Stargate universe to build?
05:29 Do you think it’s a build that lends itself well to being used in Mocs?
06:18 Did you consider building any of the vehicles like the Daedalus or a Sprite Fighter?
07:00 This isn’t your first LEGO Ideas submission is it?
07:48 Do you have any tips for those considering a LEGO Ideas submission?
09:12 Shameless plug of your LEGO Ideas project
09:46 Thanks for joining me!

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About this LEGO Ideas project and Stargate:
Stargate was a science-fiction phenomenon, launched in 1994 with a summer blockbuster movie, and followed in 1997 with the long-running TV series Stargate SG-1. Spin-off shows Stargate Atlantis and Stargate Universe built on the extensive mythology, along with a couple of TV movies, animated series, and web series.

To mark the forthcoming 25th anniversary of the start of the first TV show, I’ve created this minifig-scaled display piece, composed of the Stargate itself, along with the famous gangway located in the secret complex inside Cheyenne Mountain…

Included with this set are six minifgures representing Colonel Jack O’Neill, Captain Samantha Carter, Teal’c, and Dr Daniel Jackson. The other two are Jaffa warriors, holding brick-built staff weapons. six minifigs for 850 pieces, that’s a ratio of 142:1 which is much higher than the LEGO Ideas Tron Legacy set which stood at 77:1 (3 figs for 230 parts) – this is definitely not a minifig-only submission 🙂

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy of creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

#lego #legoideas #stargate #gjbricks #legomoc

Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO Hogwarts Gryffindor Dorms (40452) GWP Promotion live!

October 25, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Gryffindor Dorms 40452 gwp promotion - Box FrontReading Time: 2 minutes

If you’re a LEGO Harry Potter fan, then good news, the October GWP promotion is live on the LEGO.com online store! [Read more…] about LEGO Hogwarts Gryffindor Dorms (40452) GWP Promotion live!

Filed Under: LEGO, LEGO 2021, LEGO News Tagged With: harry potter, LEGO, lego 2021, LEGO deal, LEGO gwp, lego new

LEGO City Train Double Decker Passenger Carriage MOC (60197)

October 10, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

I’ve worked on the LEGO City Passenger train 60197 from 2019 a few times, but I’ve always wanted to add a double-decker carriage to it. In this video, I’ll show my take on the design. I confess, this is my 3rd attempt at doing this and I’ve got the parts I like to do it. I even built my own carriage chassis as I didn’t like the look and size of LEGO’s moulded pieces

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About this Video:
Climb aboard the LEGO City 60197 Passenger Train! This fun set features a motorized engine with 10-speed Bluetooth remote control and opening nose cone, a driver’s cabin with an opening window, 2 cars with removable roofs, seats and tables, a full circular track with 16 curved and 4 straight rails, plus a buildable platform with 2 seats and train service map, train signal and 4 LEGO minifigures.

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy of creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

#lego #gjbricks #legotrain #train #lego60197 #legomoc

Filed Under: LEGO News

LEGO Batmobile Tumbler: Scarecrow Showdown Review (76239) – 2021 set

October 7, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Hats off to LEGO for creating a batmobile set that is tough, fun to play with and looks like something batman himself would have been proud of! There’s a lot of speed champions techniques – and parts in the build. But is it any good! Hell yeah! Watch on to hear my thoughts.

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If you want to skip through the video:
00:00 Introduction
00:45 The LEGO Batmobile Tumbler build
03:48 LEGO Speed Champions techniques and parts
07:02 Interior
10:28 LEGO Minifigures: Batman and Scarecrow
13:24 Parts to spare
14:20 Sticker sheet (I got 3 of them!)
15:12 Final thoughts – 5 out of 5!

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About this Video:
LEGO DC Batman Batmobile Tumbler: Scarecrow Showdown (76239) puts high-octane, super-hero style and action into kids’ hands.

The ultimate, armoured crime-fighting machine
The Tumbler Batmobile from the Dark Knight trilogy of Batman movies is one of the most iconic, battle-ready vehicles in cinema history. It has an opening roof, which provides access to the driver and passenger seats and control panel. There are 2 stud shooters fitted to the front of the vehicle. There’s even somewhere to store the Batarang™. 2 minifigures are included: Batman, with a Batarang, grappling gun and alternative ‘nightmare’ head; and the Scarecrow, with a stud shooter and toxic fear gas canister. When the battle action is over for the day, the Tumbler Batmobile looks awesome on display in kids’ rooms.

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy of creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

#lego #gjbricks #toyreview #toyreviews #legoreview #legoreviews

Filed Under: LEGO News

Bro Thor’s New Asgard Review – LEGO Infinity Saga 76200

September 23, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutes

This is a review of the LEGO Infinity Saga Bro Thor’s New Asgard, one of the 2021 set lineup and probably my favourite in this whole release! Why? Because it’s packed full of Easter Eggs including an Asgardian Pizza company and a LEGO Fortnite sticker. And 2 exceptional minifigures: Fat Thor and Korg! Watch on and let me know your thoughts!

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If you want to skip through the video:
00:00 Intro
01:15 Thor’s New Asgard home
05:59 Bro Thor, Korg and Miek minifigures
07:58 New Asgard sign
08:02 LEGO set spares
08:24 Sticker sheet
08:54 Final thoughts

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About LEGO® Marvel Bro Thor’s New Asgard (76200)
This multifaceted set lets young superheroes aged 7 and up relive scenes from Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame movie and play out amazing adventures of their own.

This detailed recreation of Thor’s amazing New Asgard home includes 2 minifigures – Bro Thor and Korg – a buildable Miek and lots of items and accessories to inspire endless roleplay fun, including Stormbreaker, a gaming console, sofa, TV screen and pizza boxes.

LEGO® Marvel Bro Thor’s New Asgard (76200) is an accessory-packed replica of Bro Thor’s hangout from the Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame movie.

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About the GJBricks LEGO YouTube Channel
Welcome to my LEGO Channel! I’m an Australian AFOL builder focused on the joy and creativity of LEGO!

On this channel, you will find general interest videos and photos about LEGO and everything related to the joy of creating with it! We’re creating our own unique LEGO City, Studsburg with its fleet of LEGO Trains, city building, Ninjago Mountain, crowds of minifigures and lots more!

I’m fine with constructive criticism as well as polite disagreement!

Please help me keep this channel as a friendly, positive and safe environment to talk about LEGO! *

LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies and are in no way associated with this channel unless stated in the video description.

*There is a ZERO tolerance policy for disrespect, swearing, bullying, sexism, racism, etc. and no spam on my channels. All comments are moderated by me to protect people of all ages in the LEGO/LEGOS community. If you breach these rules you will be reported and blocked!

Note: if you are under 13, please visit YouTube Kids) – channel viewers are predominately aged 18 years and over.

#lego #gjbricks #legoreview #legomarvel #marvel #avengersendgame #legobrothor#toyreview #tiyreview #toyreviews

Filed Under: LEGO News

Santa’s Sleigh (40499) is coming to a LEGO City near you this Christmas!

September 18, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

LEGO Santas Sleigh 40499 - Santa deliveringReading Time: 2 minutes

LEGO has officially announced the second Christmas LEGO set for the 2021 festive season – Santa’s Sleigh (40499)! [Read more…] about Santa’s Sleigh (40499) is coming to a LEGO City near you this Christmas!

Filed Under: LEGO 2021, LEGO Christmas Sets, LEGO News Tagged With: christmas, LEGO, LEGO 40499, LEGO christmas, santa, santa claus, santa's sleigh

LEGO Livestream #80- News, building, chatting and flashbacks

September 12, 2021 By GJBricks Leave a Comment

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Join me for the weekly stream with friends where we talk about LEGO News and other LEGO musings whilst trying to make each other laugh and generally have a fun end to the weekend!

I’m usually joined by LEGO Builder BlockheadUK, Tazzman Bricks and Stani from LEGO Masters. And if you want to join us, feel free to let me know in the chat and we’ll decide (disclaimer: you must be over 18).

If you’re interested in the themes discussed, there’s a full list on Wikipedia:
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#TheLegoGroup #Lego #Live #livebuildlego #gjbricks #legonews #livestream #legolivestream

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