What’s New
The inaugural collaboration between Pokémon and Lego has launched with overwhelming demand, selling out instantly upon release. This initial offering includes a 6,838-piece set showcasing Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise, available on the Lego website for $649.99. This release marks the first time Pokémon characters have been officially licensed in Lego form, with additional sets for Pikachu and Eevee also announced.
Lego describes this partnership as an opportunity to "capture these iconic creatures in Lego bricks," emphasizing the inclusion of beloved characters like Eevee, Charizard, and Pikachu. The sets cater to both collectors and enthusiasts, offering intricately detailed models and display possibilities.
Configuration at a Glance
- Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise Set: Comprising 6,838 pieces, this set includes buildable figures of all three Pokémon.
- Pikachu and Poké Ball Set: Consisting of 2,050 pieces, this set features Pikachu and a Poké Ball, with multiple pose options and a tail that can be built as either male or female.
- Eevee Set: With 587 pieces, this set offers a movable tail, head, and limbs for various posing options.
- All sets are intended as display pieces and offer multiple posing possibilities.
- The initial launch sold out swiftly on Lego's website.
- A restock for the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set is planned for February 27.
- Preorders for the Pikachu and Eevee sets will also ship on February 27.
Key Inserts & Parallels
- No traditional trading card inserts or parallels are included, as these are buildable Lego sets, not card products.
- Each set boasts unique display and pose options for the featured Pokémon.
- The Pikachu set includes interchangeable tail options to depict male or female versions.
Autographs & Relics
- No autograph or memorabilia content is applicable to these products.
- Each set is a collectible Lego model with poseable features and display components.
Collector Notes
- All three initial sets sold out swiftly in their debut offering on Lego.com.
- The Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set is expected to be available again on February 27, according to Lego.
- The Pikachu and Eevee sets were available for preorder but also sold out during the initial launch.
- Some buyers have listed sets on secondary markets at prices exceeding retail.
- All sets include poseable elements for display customization.
- No trading cards, autographs, or memorabilia are included with these Lego sets.
- Product images and additional details can be found on the Lego website.
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