Lego Star Trek Set: A Sign of More to Come
Here’s a breakdown of the information from the text, focusing on the details about the Lego Star Trek enterprise-D set:
Minifigures & Accessories:
* Picard: Comes with a teacup.
* Riker: comes with a trombone.
* Data: Comes with Spot the cat.
* Geordi: Comes with an engineering kit.
* Worf: Comes with a cleverly designed handheld phaser (wedge piece + handle).
* Deanna Troi & Beverly Crusher: Each get a PADD and medical tricorder, represented by simple 1×2 Lego tiles (considered somewhat underwhelming).
* General: The minifigures are inspired by their appearances in “the Naked Now.”
The Set Itself:
* Display Stand: Includes a stand for displaying the minifigures in a row, with a Next Generation title card sticker.
* Build Complexity: The build is challenging due to the ship’s shape, weight distribution, and predominantly gray color scheme. Lego uses interesting techniques to overcome these challenges.
* Repetitive elements: Some sections, like the secondary hull and nacelles, involve repeating builds.
* Easter Eggs/Features:
* The saucer section is secured by a removable shuttlecraft in the aft shuttle bay, allowing for separation.
* A replica of the enterprise‘s dedication plaque is hidden within the saucer.
* Design Focus: The set is primarily a display model, not a playset.
Price & Value:
* Price: $400
* Value: The price is a significant consideration, and might potentially be a barrier for some fans.