Tomorrow, it's Toy Fair!

 

  • Tomorrow, it's Toy Fair!

    Posted by Huw, 23 Jan 2012 16:56. Filed under Brickset.

    The first toy fair of the season, the London Toy Fair, starts tomorrow and I will be there. I have an appointment at the LEGO stand and I'll be reporting what's on show.

    If it's anything like previous years, I won't be allowed to take photographs so don't expect any images but I do intend to make copious notes and will describe what I see there tomorrow afternoon or evening.

    If there's anything you want me to look at specifically, post a comment and I'll see what I can do.

    The other toy fairs coming up are Spielwarenmesse International Toy Fair in Germany on 1-6th February and the New York Toy Fair, 12-15 February. LEGO is usually a bit more lenient at these events and phototography will probably be allowed so you won't have to wait too long for pictures to appear.


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Posted by Firox 5000 in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:14

What expect, new Sw, city mining, some more Ninjago , big technic, big creator as well as the already existing dino and also more sup hero, the awesome lord of the ring and the strange new monster fighter theme.

Sadly, I don't think any more Harry potter, dino or Alien conquest will appear for the summer.

Posted by just2good in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:17

Please look for the LEGO Phineas and Ferb board game/sets, Monster Fighters, and Superhero sets!

Posted by Jay Kenobi ZX in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:19

I don't mean to ask for much, and if you think it's too much then by all means forget my request, but, I'm interested in any The Lord of the Rings stuff on display and Star Wars. That's pretty much it. OH and if you see anything Super Heroes that has to do with The Flash, PLEASE let me know. But since he's DC, and this wave (I think) is only Marvel, they may not have him. Thanks Huw. :)

Posted by milkbottlec in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:24

Do they have any limited stuff give out in the event?
And what did they have last year on the counter?

Posted by aquafreak125 in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:28

Totally psyched about the Marvel wave!! Especially the Avengers sets, hopefully there will be some TDKR sets too!

Posted by itsaturkey in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:29

If it wouldn't be too much to ask I'd like to hear what the Phineas and Ferb game, Star Wars and LotR. Also any Creator houses. Thanks a lot!
EDIT: Oh and maybe HF and those Minecraft sets.

Posted by LegoKitfisto15 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:30

Please find out information about the 2012 Summer Star Wars sets and minifigures as well as information regaurding the UCS B-Wing and R2-D2. Thank you very much.

Posted by Thebricksaber501 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:31

list all the star wars sets and minifigs you see!!!!!!!! Winter and summer (and hoth game)

Posted by legomaniac in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:34

Can't wait to hear about the fair. :D

Also the New York Toy fair is where pictures will be taken. I want to see the big Technic set this year, among other sets too :)

Posted by 14sswain in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:44

I'd like to know about the apparent functions for all three Technic sets, and the color scheme and wheel sizes for 9393 tractor. Any information about the motors used in 9397 off-roader set (any new ones?) would also be nice to know about.

Posted by legos in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:46

Can you find the hp character book? also can you look for the phineas and ferb board game? Thanks!

Posted by Huw in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:48

It goes without saying I'll be looking at LOTR and SW sets!

Posted by Bobszaar in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:50

I say that you should find anything Star Wars, particularly if there's any Old Republic ships/scenes, Marvel, particularly Spider-Man, and any Lord of the Rings/Hobbit sets (with Gandalf).

Posted by Blazer317 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 17:50

Hey huw, see if you can find any marvel superhero sets.

Posted by Andrew85 in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:51

Pricing and release date for the new Modular would be very helpful! Also any other exclusives for the rest of the year with the exception of the 5 we know about so far.

Posted by Thomson & Thompson in Canada, 23 Jan 2012 17:55

Ooh, let me see here, back in a sec...

OK. The 2nd wave SW sets and LOTR sets, of course would be nice, but also 10226 Sopwith Camel. As well, the 2 SW UCS sets, the B-Wing and R2-D2. Thanks, Huw.

Posted by Red Five Standing By in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 17:57

Make sure you stay hydrated!

Posted by cody516 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:00

ALL STAR WARS! Get as much swtor as possible

Posted by tiberium_blue in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 18:01

Any specifics on the marvel and monster fighters sets naturally. I think collectively we want details on everything Huw. ;)

Posted by Thomson & Thompson in Canada, 23 Jan 2012 18:02

^Yes, details on everything.

Posted by Matthew in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 18:04

^^^^^^ and ^^^^^ I doubt exclusives will be there, as they are only sold directly by LEGO, and the point of the Toy Fair is to advertose new products to retailers.

Posted by 18000pieces in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:10

I'd quite like to know about the Marvel sets, especially minifigs and what US price points it looks like they're going to be at. LOTR as well, of course.

Posted by bigospedros in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 18:18

See you there, hopefully :)

Posted by hewman in Australia, 23 Jan 2012 18:29

As one or two others have said, any info on the Monster Fighters theme would be greatly appreciated if it's available.

Posted by GhastlyTrolls in Canada, 23 Jan 2012 18:31

I want info on the Ninjago spinners. There's a possible chance you can at least see their character cards. Also, no one knows how set 9447 Lasha's Bite Cycle looks like.

Posted by sci-fi fan in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:36

I would like to humbly ask for information on the new heroica sets, if its not too much to ask.

Posted by legotrains in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:38

PLEASE LOOK FOR ANYTHING WITH TRAINS

That includes:

*Track

*City sets

*Exclusives

*Accsessories

THANKS SO MUCH (sorry for caps want it to catch your eye ;D)

legotrains

Posted by Andhe in United Kingdom, 23 Jan 2012 18:47

I'd be interested in the Marvel stuff, having had descriptions. And whether the leaks we've seen of LOTR and monster fighters have any resemblance to the actual products. I'll also second the interest in Heroica and other interesting board game sets. Please! :D

Posted by refriedbeans in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:51

Please check out the Ninjago sets! Thanks!

Posted by sebulba in Australia, 23 Jan 2012 18:53

Lord of the Rings, Marvel and Star Wars. That's what most people are interested in.

Posted by GeluNumber1 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 18:55

Huw, can you please take notes on Hero Factory, Collectable Minifugures, and Monster Fighters? I'd be thankful if you would.

Posted by lisqr in United States, 23 Jan 2012 19:05

My question is: Is the legs of the new horse mold fixed?

Posted by el_rey95 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 19:25

I just want to know if there will be any more Dino sets!

Posted by Gandalf1 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:02

All of the above! :{D At least LOTR, but Star Wars and Marvel too, if you get the chance. Definitely LOTR, though. If you could only choose one theme to see, choose LOTR! :{D

Oh, and I would also like to know the answer to @lisqr's question.

Posted by Modeltrainman in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:06

I'd love to know about Pixar, Disney, Brave and if there'll be anymore Cars sets.

Posted by nelvan22 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:17

please look for monster fighters! Thanks! :)

Posted by Rolyat24 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:17

Please look at the Ninjago sets. (And everything else!)

Posted by vwong19 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:21

Specifically for Marvel Sets....

1. Will the Quinjet look something like.... http://marvel.com/universe/Quinjet
2. Does Iron Man face mask flip open like a visor?
3. Does Deadpool look something like the following? http://www.mocpages.com/moc.php/276168 and not this movie junk http://www.mltimelines.net/deadpoolmovie.html
4. What kind of mold will be used for Wolverine and Capt America's bike?

Posted by Da_LegoBuilder in United States, 23 Jan 2012 20:26

As always Huw: Star Wars, Star wars, Star Wars!

And also, it would be nice for info on the LOTR sets. Interested in that as well!

Posted by jonbuddy in United States, 23 Jan 2012 21:02

*patiently awaits closer toy fair / LEGO event and photographs*

Posted by EveryNowAndZen in United States, 23 Jan 2012 21:14

Amid the flood of requests to see things, I wanna say have fun and enjoy yourself, boss!

Posted by Seagull in United States, 23 Jan 2012 21:17

Thanks Huw! :-)

Posted by Krivorn in United States, 23 Jan 2012 21:22

please, oh please MARVEL. We haven't had any real info on those.

Posted by refriedbeans in United States, 23 Jan 2012 21:27

And maybe Friends. (I'm addicted!) Oh I almost forgot! Please see if Lego Phineas and Ferb exists!

Posted by Zackula in United States, 23 Jan 2012 22:12

See if you can get any blurry, grainy, sneaky, camera phone, shot-from-the-hip-without-looking-at-the-viewfinder pictures of Monster Fighters.

Posted by DViper2005 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 22:53

Try to get descriptions and/or pics of as many ninjago spinners and sets as you can Please?

Posted by DViper2005 in United States, 23 Jan 2012 22:55

Ninjago! Ninjago!

Posted by Bobszaar in United States, 23 Jan 2012 23:57

TDKR is The Dark Knight Rises, I presume? That would be excellent.

Posted by sidersdd in United States, 24 Jan 2012 00:07

Ditto what @legotrains said - any new news on trains would be great.

Also, new Heroica sets.

And finally - what is next for LEGO Space? If not Alien Conquest wave 2, then what?

Posted by hewman in Australia, 24 Jan 2012 00:47

^Yes, any news on what's happening with Space Lego would be greatly appreciated. I just get the feeling it's going on hiatus though.

Posted by Jasmine in Australia, 24 Jan 2012 00:53

Huw!, Please if there's Monster Fighter's tell us some more information on them! :)

Posted by ChicoCheco in Norway, 24 Jan 2012 01:32

Looks to me that we are going to have a sneak peak overview. I hope for some info about the new lego City Minig sets.
Also did you see a new logo og TLC? http://www.btha.co.uk/toyfair/logos/lego.png I like the yellow minifig, but I have no clue about the Lego-studs pattern in the background. Any ideas?

Posted by indyman09 in Netherlands, 24 Jan 2012 01:49

Hi Huw!
I would love to know what the Superheroes sets of the summer look like.
Also, could you do me a favor? Can you ask when the Superheroes sets (the first wave) are due to come out in Germany and the Netherlands.
Have fun there!

Sten

Posted by jabbermabber in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 01:54

Harry Potter if there is any. The exclusive minifig in the book?
All the new Ninjago sets- especially Epic Dragon Battle!!! Also the minifigs of Acidicus (green snake general), Skalidor (black snake general) and Pythor P Chumsworth (purple snake with very long neck).
The new Star Wars (Jabba's Palace and the new Queen Amidala figure).
Board games- Ilrion Heroica.
Shelob Attacks, Gandalf Arrives, and all the other Lord Of The Rings sets.

!!!Sneaky pictures taken with a hidden camera would be useful!!!

Posted by Orsie in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 01:58

Please can you get a good look at the marvel sets as I am absolutely obsessed with marvel.

Posted by Andrew85 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 02:13

^^^^^ perhaps first question should be are you planning to allow other retailers in the uk sell exclusives like the rest of the world? :)

Posted by LostInTranslation in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 02:33

Have fun today @Huw! Very jealous that you get to go to the Toy Fair. Any and all info will be greatly appreciated :)

Posted by rmarkworth in Germany, 24 Jan 2012 02:37

What a pitty the don't allow any pictures. :(
Have fun, Huw!

Posted by AnseltheCat in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 02:44

Have a wonderful day, Huw. Looking forward to hearing all about it very soon.

Posted by bodybomb3 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 02:47

Try and get as much coverage on Lord of the rings and superheroes if they have them

Posted by erbse2000 in Germany, 24 Jan 2012 02:49

I totally agree with LostInTranslation :-)

Posted by CapnRex101 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 03:07

On BBC Breakfast they had the Lego tent in the background a few minutes ago!

Posted by LEGOSpinjitzu in Turkey, 24 Jan 2012 03:58

I would be very happy if you could take a general photo of LEGO Ninjago stand. Have fun at the Toy Fair :)

Posted by TheCahleySlash in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 04:06

Can you report to us on whether the new The Dark Knight Rises will have any movie characters in the sets and not just the comic book characters?
Many thanks TheCahleySlash

^You are not allowed to take photos at the London Toy Fair @LEGOSpinjitzu

Posted by stagus in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 04:15

Enjoy yourself....not at all jealous here, no not one bit, well maybe just a bit, alright blikin' jealous but still have fun! ;)

Posted by Si_Dorking_Surrey in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 04:38

From the Lego stand info on the toyfair website: (http://www.btha.co.uk/toyfair/exhibitorlisting.php)

We are advising that our PR stand-out items include:

Super Heroes - The Batcave 6860
Ninjago - All new Spinners and Booster packs
Star Wars - Jabba's Palace 9516
City - Forest Police Station 4440

AWESOME!

Posted by PUCELABRICKS in Spain, 24 Jan 2012 04:46

Hello, please if you can inform about Space Theme this year. Thank you

Posted by adam85 in Hungary, 24 Jan 2012 06:45

It would be good to hear or see something about the summer Technic sets, the 4x4 Crawler and the helicopter.
Have a nice day!

Posted by goldfish in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 07:11

Any news on Monster Fighters would be appreciated!

Posted by MstrOfPppts in Slovenia, 24 Jan 2012 07:32

Could you please ask (or spy) for a hint on any POTC sets? I'd really be grateful to read something about it tomorrow! Even if it's a denial, I just can't wait anymore :D

Posted by Andhe in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 07:54

Here's a bit more description on the Lego Marvel sets at toy fair, from empire (film site)
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=32953

Posted by Orthobotrex in Philippines, 24 Jan 2012 07:56

Confirmation as to where the Queen Amidala fig (royal dress) is going to be included...and whom among the elves will be included in the LOTR (aside from Legolas).

Posted by Hrimgrimnir in Germany, 24 Jan 2012 07:56

Any news on new Castle/Kingdoms sets would be appreciated.

Posted by DietrichEvanFilms in United States, 24 Jan 2012 08:04

please take a look at Jabba's Palace 9516. It is said on the website to be there, and to be huge.

Posted by max villano in Greece, 24 Jan 2012 08:06

Plz man if you find LOTR sets plz take some pics!!!!!

Posted by Andhe in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 08:08

Pictures of LOTR and monster figthers revealed here...
http://www.blogomatic3000.com/2012/01/24/toyfair-2012-lego-avengers-lego-lord-of-the-rings-and-universal-monsters/#.Tx6rcoFKS0N

Posted by Pumpkin Jack in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 08:59

A review from Empire magazine regarding the avengers sets
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=32953

Highlight the hidden area for the discription

Posted by LostInTranslation in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 09:04

^ Urm, Andhe already posted that exact same link! :)

Posted by Gandalf1 in United States, 24 Jan 2012 09:10

^^^Woa! That's awesome!! The entire fellowship!! And that Ring piece just made me want LOTR sets even more. {D}

@Pumpkin Jack: Where in that does it say anything about LEGO? EDIT: Sorry, didn't notice it at first.

Posted by spency13 in United States, 24 Jan 2012 09:21

Wow, Thanks for those set pictures! Awesome! Huw, could you possibly find out if there is in FACT a Flying Dutchman PotC set that has been rumored over at Eurobricks? Or.... *sniff, sniff* Harry Potter???? *sob*

Posted by BrickBob09 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 10:42

Someone's probably mentioned these, but here's what I'd like to know:

I'd like to know more about SW. Especially new characters and your thoughts on the Malevolence
I'd also like you to have a look at the new Marvel (Superheroes) sets. Sort of things like the characters (like Iron man's helmet), new pieces and your impression of the overall sets :)

Thanks Huw! By the looks of it you'll have to make a note of every new set- best bring a notepad ;)

-Brickbob

Posted by Gregorovich in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 11:12

If series 8 of the Minifigures is there, I'd really appreciate some information. Also, would you be able to describe what the Black Widow Marvel Minifig is like? In the description of The Malovelence it said it included Padme. Could you tell us what she's like? Plus, any information on new female minifigures (if they have new prints, or hairpieces) I'd be interested in that.

I'm also keen to know if the Vampire castle has an interior, and what the inside of the new City hospital is like.

I know it's a lot to ask, but I'm just very excited about these sets!
Thanks very much Huw,
Gregorovich

Posted by sidersdd in United States, 24 Jan 2012 11:31

Can you confirm the construction of The One Ring? Is it a 1x1 round plate with open stud, or a whole new element - hollowed out? Is it truly chromed, or is it the 'ol PotC pearl gold bait-and-switch?

Posted by UtarEmpire in United States, 24 Jan 2012 11:35

Definitely the Marvel sets. I don't know how much you know about Marvel characters, but good descriptions ought to be enough for the nerdier among us to figure out.

Posted by Chewy1000100 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 11:56

If it's there I'd love the details for palpatines arrest and if you see a set with the green lantern in it, how they have dealt with the constructs

Thanks :)

Posted by Wiseman_2 in United Kingdom, 24 Jan 2012 12:34

I wonder if there will be any Technic sets there. Would appreciate if you could get any details on any 2H sets, there are loads of rumours that one of the new sets will contain new power functions motors.

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