Marvel fans rejoice: New Lego X‑Men set unveiled
Fans of Lego and Marvel can celebrate as the iconic block producer has announced an exciting new collaboration that will be hitting stores soon. Lego Insiders members can get early access starting November 1, 2024, promising hours of enjoyment as they piece together the new set.
7:22 PM EDT, October 18, 2024
Assembling Lego bricks remains a beloved pastime worldwide. Many are enchanted by the intricate world of small elements that, when combined, form impressive structures. The Lego catalog is extensive, featuring sets inspired by popular franchises such as Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, Disney, Lord of the Rings, and Marvel. These sets are highly sought after, and dedicated fans often collect entire collections.
Marvel enthusiasts, especially those captivated by the X-Men universe, have something new to look forward to. On Thursday, October 17, Lego unveiled their latest set: LEGO Marvel X-Men: The X-Mansion Buildable Set." This release allows fans of mutants to engage in building the iconic site where gifted young individuals with extraordinary powers are educated and trained.
Marvel X-Men: Xavier's Institute, the new Lego set
"With 3,093 pieces, this immersive, creative construction project gives adults a chance to unwind and lose themselves as they build a lasting model of an essential and recurring part of Marvel’s much loved X-Men stories: The Xavier Institute for Higher Learning. Part of the LEGO Sets for Adults range, the X-Mansion is the perfect escape for experienced builders and a phenomenal gift for the Marvel enthusiast in your life. Unleash your inner hero, gather your mutant team, and experience the X-Mansion like never before!" - reads the Lego press release.
The LEGO Marvel X-Men: The X-Mansion Buildable Set includes a buildable Sentinel and 10 familiar minifigures – five of which will be showcased for the first time ever in a LEGO set! The new LEGO minifigures include Professor X, a new variation of Jean Grey, Gambit, Iceman and Bishop. With its realistic accessories, the set also features elements from the X-Mansion including Cerebro, switchable Danger Room items, an exploding cupola (dome-like structure), motorcycle for Wolverine, as well as graphical nods to the iconic X-Men franchise" - states the producer.
The latest set will be accessible for early purchase by Lego Insiders members beginning November 1, 2024. It is priced at approximately $329.99 and can be purchased both online and in brick-and-mortar stores. "In addition, between 1st-7th November, all purchases of the LEGO Marvel X-Men: The X-Mansion Buildable Set, shoppers will receive a LEGO Marvel Cerebro as a gift. LEGO Insiders membership required" - notes the producer.
