There is so much to love about this digital ice breaking scene by Tong Xin Jun. The striking color choices of the Land Rover Defender and the vessel it is pulling is appealing to the eye and seems to be this builder’s signature move. The broken ice patterns are nothing short of mesmerizing in their execution, their glass-smooth tops are accurate for a windswept arctic tundra. This is achieved by lying bricks and slopes on their sides in a SNOT (Studs Not On Top) configuration. The slopes change direction only at the bow of the vessel, accurately depicting how ice chunks would react to being plowed through and the transparent bits in the boat’s wake is an excellent touch. The entire composition is indeed a work of art. The scene seems a bit precarious however. Ice chunks smaller than the Land Rover may not support its weight and, as seen from...

I’m still mentally sorting through Rise of Skywalker, I enjoyed it, but it’s a lot to unpack (and I mean a lot). In the mean time I sit on the solid foundation of my fandom, thanks to being the perfect age to have experienced this little movie, Star Wars (maybe you’ve heard of it?) Builder NS Brick Designs has crafted one of the classic posters to my favorite movie of all time, and this edit incorporating aspects of the poster makes it pretty much perfect. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

Here’s a little secret: I don’t work out. Yes, yes, I know this formidable frame seems legitimately cut but I assure you, I’m quite doughy. Unlike this hard body by builder vitreolum, who clearly can do reps, whatever those are. The subtle details and clever building on this character are pretty amazing, look at the neck, where two simple angled 1x2’s suddenly become neck muscles, and the hair is wonderful. Original linkOriginal author: Tommy

There will be a new LEGO Birthday Set (40382) releasing next week that will make a neat party gift. The set is an updated version of the LEGO Iconic Birthday Table Decoration (40153) with some slight differences. The minifigure included does not pop up from the inside and the numbers are stickers instead of being brick-built. The Birthday Set will have 141 pieces and retail for $12.99. Wish the LEGO® fan in your life a very happy birthday with this LEGO Iconic Birthday Set (40382)! This colorful construction toy features a brick-built cake with a top tier you can spin round, plus decorations including buildable candles and a balloon animal element. There’s also a top-hatted minifigure to stand on top of the cake holding flags with the birthday boy or girl’s age on it from a sticker sheet. Great for solo or group building, it’s a fun way to celebrate a...

Fox has officially announced that contestants, paired in teams of two, that will be competing on LEGO Masters. Some of the contestants, you may know from the LEGO community whether you’ve seen them featured on other blogs or know them personally. Who do you think will win the crown of LEGO Masters? THE BEARDED BUILDERS Names: Boone & MarkAge: 35 / 36Home Towns: Troutdale, OR / Oregon City, OROccupations: Pre-K Teacher / HVAC InstallerStrengths: Technical builds / Apocalyptic worlds EAST COAST BRICKSTERS Names: Mel & JermaineAge: 39 / 37Home Towns: Glen Burnie, MD / Bronx, NYOccupations: Law Enforcement / Technical Cell Phone ConsultantStrengths: Great storytellers / Tall skyscraper buildings THE UNICORNS Names: Krystle & AmieAge: 30 / 34Home Towns: Dallas, TX / Dallas, TXOccupations: Gaming Designer / Software EngineerStrengths: Great storytelling / Character assembly FATHER & SON BFFS Names: Manny & NestorAge: 35 / 65Home Towns: Bethlehem, PA | Bethlehem, PAOccupations:...