I've been working pretty hard lately, so to take a break I spent some time catching up with your channel... and as I finished 2021's Rewind Special, I saw "Uploaded 30 minutes ago" on this one!? The analysis on the Bionicle GWP is plenty insightful, and thank you so much for the kind words on 21331 + its alt build 😭 The series in its post-"season" era has been fantastic and taking it all in at once has been a nice way to spend a lazy afternevening. Hope you're having a nice time watching the responses!
I really just hope that Tahu was successful enough to warrant more brick-built Toa. Gali is super important to me personally, so I’d absolutely be all over her!
I'd love a limited time release of the other 5 (or 6 with a no Takua) Toa with their respective stand for around $10 or $15 seeing how Tahu AND Takua were "valued" as a $17 set by the Lego website (even though it was impossible to purchase by itself).
Hearing about how the classic pieces from the OG Bionicle sets won't come back simply due to how bricks are molded and what happens when the molds' life cycle ends _is_ honestly a bit of a bummer, but I _am_ glad that this line is still getting so much love internally at LEGO, not just with these homage sets for the 90th anniversary but also with those neat little Easter eggs in the other sets. Looking forward to that classic Space episode, Nick!
Honestly, the printed masks on the Tahu GWP kinda remind me of the Slizers and Roboriders almost. I'd honestly love to see a new buildable figure line (Revival of an old IP or original) take a similar route to that if we aren't gonna have unique masks or brick built heads.
I went from "meh" on the Bioncle GWP to really, really digging it now. Your passion and joy for it really made me realize... uh oh, me complaining that it wasn't made out of Technic pieces is the same argument as old AFOLs made when they decried Bionicle's original release. It IS a great tribute, and I can see that now thanks to your take on it.
I believe we are seeing the emergence of a new style: Neo-constraction. It's a sort of hybrid between the CCBS and the System Brick building. A fusion, as it were... sort of like how Bionicle's Matoran, Toa, and Turaga are a fusion between machines and organic material. How fitting.
Excellent video. To think that not too long from now we will be hearing Nick analyze LEGO Dreamzzz... original themes are so scare nowadays. That will be surreal.
I like to imagine an alternate universe were the designers go out of there way make sure that knees and elbows of the GWP tahu can’t move, just for the lols
So my personal experience, I didn't grow up with Bionicle and considering my love for InseKtors and other early CG shows, the fact that this slipped me by is unheard of. When it came to the GWP, I was asked by a friend to get one for him through me, he did pay for the Tahu, and I did want to buy from my local Lego shop, but the biggest upset for me was the fact that the Galaxy Explorer DIDNT count for getting Tahu, which peeved me off since it was the main set I wanted, but had to pick other sets that I wouldn't have bought otherwise to get 2 Tahus (one for me and one for him). Because of this, I have a Love/Hate relationship with GWPs, I am more than happy to get them, but the way in which I have to is another story, and my brother is STILL to this day bitter about not getting the Hogwarts Staircase GWP because of this. And I seriously hope that I don't have to reach as far when Lego decides to remake other Lego themes I love like Adventurers and Insectoids, or Prism forbid a remake or homage to the Cargo Railway in some way, that would kill me.
I was definitely looking forward to hearing you talk about bioncle again! (I also would love more bioncle sets/MOCs similar to the GWP) I’m not surprised that LEGO avatar is now your favorite licensed theme (way of water reminded me of planet ripple ngl;)
Amazing episode as always Nick! It was quite funny, and I loved getting your insight on everything, especially the avatar sets and Tahu GWP. I really respect how you try to understand all angles of the situation before criticizing what LEGO does.
Always delighted to see one of these. I'm aware of some of the sets that come out, but I especially love hearing you talk about stuff that's not on my radar at all, like Monkie Kid.
One thing I noticed/appreciated with the Bionicle GWP was that all the sets that qualified for it were original Lego IP, not license themes; as Bionicle was THE Lego IP, the original theme that saved Lego, I appreciated this!
This was a great Lego Rewind, and a perfect encapsulation of what I believe to be one of the more eventful years Lego has had in a bit. I also agree on your view of the Tahu GWP. Sadly, I wasn't able to get it myself (Bricklink in the future?) but I do agree it's a love letter to the series. Ironically, I also got to experience the joy of Bionicle again yesterday. I've had to pack up most of my figures, only keeping the original 6 Mata on display. In addition, it had been close to a year and a half since I'd gotten any new Bionicle sets. But yesterday, I was finally able to acquire my Bionicle grail: Umarak the Destroyer. I was introduced to Bionicle through G2, and while I got Umarak the Hunter at release, his secondary form eluded me in 2016. Even though I adored the (admittedly flawed) design, I wasn't going to spend $100+ on it now. I just so happened to find it for $30 yesterday, and building and posing him brought me immeasurable joy. It hit me for the first time in a while just how special Bionicle was and how much it truly means to me, and this video reminded me how much it means to others. So thank you, Nick, for that and a great year of content. Here's to 2023, both in Lego and the real world, for whatever they may bring.
It's hard for me to put into words how well you put 2022 into words, and very importantly the state of Bionicle in its 2 recent tributes atop the multiple easter eggs. Once again, these are offerings from the individual *set designers* , sometimes consulting their senior staff for blessings on the references we see in sets, moreso than a corporate mandate to pander to legacy fans - that's saved for the 90 Years of Play sets and release windows of models like Forest Hideout or Blacktron Invader, I mean Cruiser. And as someone growing up with not only "standard" LEGO System, but also Technic, Bionicle, DUPLO, and even further Mega Bloks, BTR, dollar store building blocks and K'NEX, I have no purist takes on the System transition of Bionicle. When the game Bionicle Heroes released following the release of the Toa Inika in 2006, I attempted to build a section of the world using Toa Hewkii for scale. I didn't have many baseplates at the time so my one trusty X-Large baseplate did the trick, while also constructing 4 pillars entirely out of System to suspend a Technic-built roof, and a System door into a new area. Or as another example, in 7th grade social studies class, I built Macchu Pichu from South America for a school project. I used a combination of LEGO System bricks, LEGO DUPLO bricks and even some Mega Bloks when I ran out of brown bricks. Much like other toys, building bricks *can* and *should* coexist, from scaling in one brand, to 2 brands of similar perspective and clutch power. It's like Toy Story; the more diverse toys you bring in, the more possibilities for play, and Bionicle suits LEGO just as much as any other theme, even with a unique background and aesthetic. Also, thank you for the shoutout at the end, happy to finally contribute a full episode after trickling in the original series, was a very fun and *bizarre* exchange of research and presentation! :)
Monkie Kid show is the best Lego has ever had for their original IPs. I absolutely adore the Rise of the TMNT stretchy animation incorporated with Lego minifigure designs.
newer '22 stuff shown is super cool....black cruiser's a must. thanks for sharing all of that hard work. awesome hardware....custom moustache add's an even grander layer of authenticity, familiarity.
The worst part about Tahu being a GWP is that certain countries don't do them. Like NZ. Really wish I'd found that out before buying the Ice Dragon Creature, but I did want that fellow anyway. Absolutely gutted to have missed out on him.
Ay, hes back! I've been watching your videos since 2019 and this is the first time commenting on one. I feel motivated to do one thing rewind considering the amazing bionicle stuff we had this year!
I was able to find the Tahu set on it's own in an online store and got it for christmas and now it stands proudly on display but seeing how BIONICLE is used these days, as little easter eggs or celebration sets, comming across as an ancient legend feels kinda fitting doesn't it?
My philosophy on the Brick built Bionicles is that they make great homages to the series, but I wouldn't want a rebooted series with them. They're recognizably Bionicle because of the characters they reference, but if we just start making new characters in the brick style, it'll stop looking Bionicle. Also, it'll be super expensive, and I have enough Bionicle to collect as is, lol
I unironically love the build of the GWP set, even apart from the whole nostalgia factor. I am still genuinely shocked we got an official buildable LEGO figure with a waist/ab joint. I was getting so sick and tired of brick-built bots and mechs that don't have knees or elbows, and then they drop this gloriously proportioned super posable figure. If they didn't have to put the pin holes in the feet, I swear they could have gotten ankles in there too, and it would've been perfect. I want the GWP to make an impact on LEGO, but not in the "Bionicle fans are still around!!!" way everyone else wants it to. I want it to impact whatever the future of LEGO buildable figures in is. I want this "small but posable" style to keep going into the future, so that whatever we might get next can be absolutely amazing, even if it isn't more Bionicle.
I was so excited that ninjago was going to get a proper ending. The crystallized set wave was great and the first two thirds of the season were great, right up until they started talking about how Lloyd needed to learn the oni form. The last third of the season was one of the most rushed endings I’ve seen. Ik it’s cringy for people to say that their fan theories are better than what was actually put to screen, but my god I genuinely think I could have come up with better ideas for that last third of the season
man re-watching this already, a great channel, love the chima box in the background XD anyways imagine what lego could do with chima now, i can only imagine the eagle spire being fully brick build :0
Hey Nick, been watching your videos since Lego rewind season 2 and I just wanted to say I've absolutely loved this series, you've been doing a fantastic job and I really look forward to whatever is next, Lego or not.
for what its worth, if the gwp Tahu ends up being a test run for a collector oriented wave of Bionicle sets built in the same style (albeit maybe with unique molds for masks), then I AM IN
Honestly, my dream, is that for legos 100 anniversary line, they create a legacy line for all of lego. Maybe call it “lego legends” or something like that. And they revisit the build they did for tahu in the GWP, but do ALL the og toa, even takanuva. Maybe make Polly bags of the OG Mc-toran
Yes! It's awesome that you're going to do a classic space episode. Lego didn't give the theme much any "lore," though. So it's kinda up for interpretation. There is the 1986 book "The Unknown Galaxy," and there are a few small paragraphs of information of the themes past 1987. If anyone can think of any more "lore" or story to the theme, please let me know.
I think Monkie Kid has gone on for so long compared to other action themes is cause of two reasons. 1. It's targeted at a different audience than other action themes. Since it's primarily targeted towards a Chinese audience, it doesn't have to worry about possibly competing with Ninjago. And 2. It has a pretty well received animated show (even if the official English release is rather messy). With stuff like Ninjago, I feel like a semi popular tie in show is the key for longevity.
Thank you! Those 2 words mean more than you could ever know! Your videos are always amazing quality and are so positive in this negative world we live in today! Even in the Lego community, people are always so negative, so thank you for just appreciating what it is and letting us enjoy your amazing content! Can't wait for a classic space episode!
I really appreciate your accepting and optimistic take on the Bioincle GWP. Other lego youtubers and bioinicle fans where so full of disdain against it. Saying its just a glorified mixel, worst then what we had before and even some making up claims that lego is teasing us. Sure lego should have made it more attainable or gave it the same treatment as the 90th anniversary sets but that doesn't take away from this being a decent and charming set. The designers did a great job with the limitations and even got old designers from bioincles past to do the box art. Its a tribute set that shows lego still knows that bioincle is a part of their history and wont forget it. They also know that it'll be extremely difficult to bring it back nowadays since everyone like bricks unlike the 2000s. We should be glad we even got this far.
14:47 Imma be real with ya Nick, if they rereleased a vintage Tahu lightly modified, and it demanded a $200 Lego purchase, I’d eat that cost hard. I’d eat 2. I love the GWP release as it is a lot and kinda love it as an homage set in bricks too. But a straight up Technic Tahu? I’d be desperate. (I really need to just buy some second hand sets)
You perfectly explain just why the GWP Tahu is perfect for the modern Bionicle fan. It kind of bothers me to see so many people complaining that Lego doesn’t care or is mocking them when that couldn’t even be further from the truth. Lego loves Bionicle and everything it did, if there was a constraction line with a fan base that’s in their full right to be depressed it’s Hero Factory, which still only has 1 reference within 10 years in a Monkie Kid set
I know what you mean about the free gifts, I almost missed the newer Blacktron set because I didn't think I could get it for a decent price... thankfully ebay came through for me.
Okay now that i've finished the episode and my hype comments have ceased: - Lovely rewind, it was a pretty good year for Lego in terms of sets (although not in terms of Prices... that spike hurt) - I fell all over myself when you talked about the anime references in our mech sets, because it's been one of the things that's had me buying Lego recently. I bought the Ultra Combo Mech and got back into Ninjago specifically because of the GaoGaiGar/Dynazenon reference so that had me jumping up and down. - I still have yet to buy Optimus Prime; I just tend to buy mainline TFs at this point. Set looks great though. - Monkie Kid finally did what you said you wanted it to do and released two $20 beginner sets this year! I picked up the Dragon Jet and intend on getting the Combi Mech. Love the gimmick and love the designs - Rumors of a Sonic theme in 2023 have me excited - Can't wait for the next Planet Ripple volume! - Bought GWP tahu immediately; loved him so much. I hope we get more brick-built Toa. - Overall great video. I always love seeing your content cause it's made with so much passion for this. Here's to a good 2023! Thanks for the great content as always!
Weird how the bionicle "its not lego" is now "it's not bionicle" which is stupid. Bionicle isn't about what pieces they use but the franchise as a whole! The stories! The law! The imagination and adventure! The only thing I dislike about the 2023 build is that it's a promo and i'd have to pay for other sets I don't want to get to get the thing I do. But, it needs to happen. It is possible that the bionicle promo wouldn't even exist outside it and when it comes down to it; it's less buying other sets and more the price limit you need to get it. If you have room and love lego, it's an easy thing. But if you have limited funds and space, it's not really an option. But despite all if this, even not owning the thing myself. I'm happy. Weird isn't it? I'm not happy because I don't own it, but happy because others own it, because it exists. Because bionicle is very much alive even if it's 1 set! Don't be upset that the promo is gone, be happy you were around to enjoy it! :D
Honestly I have no problem with Bionicle as brick built figures. The only reason I still miss constructible figures is because lately my pieces have been breaking to the point where I haven't even touched any of my Bionicle or Hero Factory to this day honestly I hope by some miracle I find another way to play with my constructible figures again weather it be a 3d printer or a Lego sub-company that focuses on constructible figures
Bought a monkie kid set for that gwp tahu. Sold it fot 80. Not bad imo. Also I knee that creator was a mazinger. Kept seeing it at my local stores. I need it.
Thanks for this! The Lego community has a tendency to him and hah at everything these days. Nothing this year was so bad (other than those darn price increases). I for one am loving all these callbacks to LEGO's rich past. Life on Mars reboot when? Great Video.
GWP's aren't bad because some Bionicle fans don't like traditional bricks. They're bad, because they force me to spend a lot of money in short time, on the shit that I don't necessarily need or want. Especially not all at once. This Bionicle gwp could cost around 30 dollars and be on shelves for around a year. I'd buy it happily then. But in current situation, all I'm left with is fomo.
S'why I said I wish it was just a normal set, even if it only sold in Lego stores. But I've definitely seen more people complain about bricks than the money part.
I thought of that too. The extra couple millimeters added by the tail piece and the length and thickness of the neck seemed to be an attempted illusion of a longer body.
@@NickonPlanetRipple you know, just before you replied I thought about using a lightsaber element, so not a million miles off! Thanks! I have been wondering, as we were born the same year, and bionicle was a HUGE part of my childhood too, did you enjoy the ratchet and clank games too? They came around the same time to me so I was super into both. Also, from watching your videos I've bought 2015 lewa and protector of jungle. And considering getting 2016 tahu this weekend. My wallet hurts but thanks 😂
@@NickonPlanetRipple awesome, hope you enjoyed them! and thanks for replying! You gave me a lot of joy with your rewinds over the last week or two, and I'm working my way through your other content now.
Growing up, I was more of a Bionicle fan than a brick fan. However, the GWP was absolutely delightful, and the opportunity gave me an excuse to buy some of the creator sets that have the ball and socket pieces. The tiger and seal (from the bunny set) were fun builds.
Also last year, a new RU-vid user, "R. R. Slugger," has popped up, doing great videos about different LEGO topics, including videos diving deeper into the Rock Raiders and TimeCruisers theme lore...
I'm pretty sure that the Takanuva GWP was intended to have the same value as the one we got, same deal with the mini Mata. The parts are just distributed differently. I definitely think I would've preferred Takanuva to what we got, but think they made the best decision overall. If Bionicle or something like it comes back, that Takanuva is how I would want it to look. Brick built details, but classic balljoints and gears.
everyone's all talking about bionicle and its GWP and what it entails. but. surely i cant be the only one looking forward to a chima GWP or something of the sort. right? being someone who was born in the late 2000's. i had the chance to get it all in-stores. but i wasnt into lego back then. and by the time i was. i had either completely forgotten about it or it had long since been discontinued. i love the idea and the builds. so seeing some sort of homage or otherwise revival of it in a modern style would be real damn nice. since i didnt get any of the sets back in the day. i could live a dream i could have done long long ago and open a chima set in the modern age. since bionicle is what lego's bringing back after all this time. and the line came out... somewhere in the late 90s if i had to assume? maybe 10. 20 years from now. people will be nostalgic for chima and other lines of the era and lego might bring them back as a result. just wishful thinking to be perfectly honest.
I think that more people were annoyed by the theme limitations of the GWP. People couldn't get the sets they want and end up with this fun homage. They had to spend money on sets they don't want just for a small extra thing.
