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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Dak Ralter Minifigure
With the reveal of the rumored UCS AT-AT only weeks away, now is a good time to take a look at a lesser known character who was also found on the ice planet. Dak Ralter […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Luke Skywalker Minifigure – Part I
This farm boy from Tatooine turned Jedi Master would become the hero of the Rebel Alliance during the time of the Galactic Empire. As a result of his presence throughout the Original Trilogy as well […]
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Hammering Out The Minifigs Of 75319 The Armorer’s Mandalorian Forge
In a hole in the ground there lived some Mandalorians. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The GNK Droid Minifigure
The GNK Power Droid also known as the Gonk Droid based on its characteristic sound was first shown in the background in Episode IV A New Hope. While it was never meant to be a […]
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75309 Republic Gunship: The Crew Of Two
The longstanding tradition of UCS sets has kept adult fans and other advanced builders largely happy for years. While collectors may argue what does and doesn’t count as an ultimate collector series set, the expectation […]
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Minifigment Of Our Imagination? The Tale Of Jedi Bob
The early days of LEGO Star Wars were much different than they are now, but after more than 20 years this is to be expected. Of course, some aspects never change such as the inclusion […]
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75296 Darth Vader’s Meditation Chamber: Minifig Focus
The 18+/Adult Collector subtheme has introduced several sets recently that have long been missed. By focusing on sets that are interesting to an older market, LEGO has recreated some of the most iconic scenes and […]
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75316 Mandalorian Starfighter: Minifigure Breakdown
This wave is being overrun with Mandalorians but that doesn’t sound like a problem to me! With both the release of The Mandalorian and Clone Wars Season 7 featuring numerous references to them, it comes […]
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75315 Imperial Light Cruiser: Mando’ade To The Rescue
Of the six minifigures included in 75315 Imperial Light Cruiser it is an even split between new and reused which makes it a good option for a variety of fans. While the price point may […]
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The Boys Are Back: The Bad Batch Minifigure Breakdown
All of the sets released in this wave, 75314 The Bad Batch Attack Shuttle has the highest number of new minifigures. When rumors of this set first dropped, it was quite a shock that all […]
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75312 Boba Fett’s Starship: Many Mando Minifigs
Boba Fett was thought to have escaped the Sarlaac Pit on Tatooine, but after the direction of the Sequel Trilogy many seasoned fans gave up hope of seeing him again. The Mandalorian sought to change […]
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Cognitive Bias Sparked The Finch Dallow Surge
Forget about investing in Apple, Tesla, or pork belly futures because the stocks on nearly every investors’ lips these days aren’t the normal Wall Street-listed companies that are shaping the way we live. Instead, it’s […]
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75311 Imperial Armored Marauder: Meet The Minifigs
While they aren’t necessarily the most interesting of figures on the face of it, 75311 Imperial Armored Marauder actually comes with four new minifigures. Making its debut appearance in the twelfth episode of the second […]
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75310 Duel On Mandalore: Meet The Minifigs
As we progress through Season 7 of The Clone Wars, we watch as Ahsoka continues to find her own path after leaving the Jedi Order. In Episode 10 we head back to Mandalore where Darth […]
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Finch Dallow – What Is He Really Worth?
It was late 2018 when news of the updated minifigure first broke after Kevin Layne, the actor who played Finch Dallow in The Last Jedi, posted about the new minifig on his Instagram page. News […]
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The Forgotten LEGO Star Wars Exclusive: Darth Vader Celebration Minifigure
The tradition of exclusive LEGO Star Wars sets dates back to before the line was even officially available for purchase when LEGO launched the theme with a promotional set sent to retail buyers and media […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Mace Windu Minifigure
Following on the heels of the announcement of 75309 Republic Gunship – which comes with a brand new Mace Windu minifigure – now is the perfect time to take a look at how Mace has […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Mon Calamari Minifigures
While core characters like Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Darth Vader have had numerous minifigure versions released, there are many roles that have received far less attention. Admiral Ackbar is one of those […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Jawa Minifigure
Following this year’s May The 4th Be With You weekend where the annual GWP was 40451 Tatooine Homestead, this is the perfect time to look at the evolution of those little hooded creatures that scavenge […]
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It’s (Video) Game Time! Minifigure Recap IV – Darth Vader
As the release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga inevitably grows closer, the hype surrounding the game and all of its content grows as well. To distract ourselves from the prolonged waiting, let’s […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Scout Trooper Minifigure
Everyone has their favorite Imperial Trooper design, but the iconic look of the Scout Trooper is undeniable. Also known as Biker Scouts or Imperial Sharpshooters, these soldiers have been seen in a variety of landscapes […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Probe Droid Minifigure
The Adult Collector subtheme has been a welcome addition to the LEGO Star Wars lineup for many older fans. As we covered previously, two new helmets and a new sculpture were released as part of […]
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It’s (Video) Game Time! Minifigure Recap III – R2-D2
As the release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga inevitably grows closer, the hype surrounding the game and all of its content grows as well. To distract ourselves from the prolonged waiting, let’s […]
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May The Fourth – R2-D2 And Tatooine Micro Build GWP Updates
The rumors have been out for a while about a new R2-D2 as well as the Tatooine GWP, but today was a big day for both sets and Instagram has been flooded with the news. […]
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It’s (Video) Game Time! Minifigure Recap II – General Grievous
As the release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga inevitably grows closer, the hype surrounding the game and all of its content grows as well. To distract ourselves from the prolonged waiting, let’s […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Emperor Palpatine Minifigure
Sheev Palpatine aka Chancellor Palpatine aka Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious was first introduced to the Star Wars universe in The Empire Strikes Back appearing in hologram form. His first physical appearance wouldn’t be until […]
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It’s (Video) Game Time! Minifigure Recap I – Boba Fett
As the release date for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga inevitably grows closer, the hype surrounding the game and all of its content grows as well. To distract ourselves from the prolonged waiting, let’s […]
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Mini-Steps Hits The Catwalk: Spring Fashion Reviewed
The Spring Wave ushers in new looks for some classic favorites, and these minifigures are ready to take to the runway. Global events might have put a halt to the Milan, New York, and London […]
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The Story Behind The New “Prototype” Darth Vaders
Claims of a prototype Darth Vader date back to the early 2000s when the first red Vader helmets appeared. At the time, hundreds became available on BrickLink for a couple of dollars each. This massive […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Droideka
Although LEGO does not count droids or brick-built characters as minifigures, Bricklink, Brickset, and many collectors do. With our previous R2-D2 Mini Steps we covered a droid character, and now it is time to cover […]
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Mini Steps: Advent Calendar Exclusive Minifigures
After opening twenty-four cardboard doors, the end of the 2020 Star Wars Advent Calendar is here. To put a cap on the Christmas countdown, the advent minifigures are getting the Mini Steps treatment! This addition […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Yoda Minifigure
With a particularly cute little green fellow putting his mark on fans across the Star Wars galaxy, it’s time for another member of this unnamed species to get the Mini Steps treatment. Grand Master Yoda […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Boba Fett Minifigure
Mandalorian obsession has gripped most of Star Wars fandom over the past year thanks to the Disney+ original series, but the focus of this Mini Steps has been a fan-favorite since his appearance in Episode […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Ahsoka Tano Minifigure
With the release of the seventh and final season of The Clone Wars, this young Jedi found herself at the top of many collectors’ wishlists. When viewers last saw her, Anakin Skywalker’s Padawan had grown […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Darth Maul Minifigure
Always two there are – a master and an apprentice. However, this Sith minifigure actually has ten! Unlike the characters we have covered before throughout the Mini-Steps series, Darth Maul’s Bricklink numbering does not flow […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The RA-7 Protocol Droid Minifigure
Unlike the friendly C-3PO that was covered in a previous Mini Steps article, this droid was notorious for its unpleasant personality. The RA-7 model was created by Arakyd Industries and largely served the Empire although […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Chewbacca Minifigure
Chewbacca: everyone’s favorite Wookiee, Han’s loyal companion, and the Millennium Falcon’s co-pilot. Just a few ways to describe this 234-year-old ball of fur. Continuing with the Mini Steps series let’s take a look at Chewbacca […]
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Back In Black: Knights of Ren Minifigure Breakdown
Making their debut appearance in The Force Awakens, this band of mysterious warriors were Force-sensitive humans and initially followed a mysterious warrior known only as “Ren.” Originally formed centuries before the Galactic Empire, they were […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Qui-Gon Jinn Minifigure
The Prequel Trilogy – for some it is the revival of Star Wars for the next generation and for others it is an entire portion of canon that should be forgotten. Regardless, the Prequel Trilogy […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Princess Leia Minifigure
From princess to senator to commander to infiltrator to general to mother to padawan to mentor, the career path of the most famous woman in the Star Wars galaxy has been as numerous as her […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The R2-D2 Minifigure
The roots of the LEGO minifigure has been a long journey and one that started in 1978 before it got its first Star Wars rendering in 1999. At this point it’s worth noting that LEGO […]
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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The C-3PO Minifigure
The long history of the 3-3/4″ action figure is embedded in Star Wars collecting lore – there are very few vintage fans who don’t know the tale how Bernard Loomis created the iconic toy line. […]