LEGO's New LORD OF THE RINGS Set Decides What Shall and Shall Not Pass Your Bookshelf — GeekTyrant
LEGO is once again dipping into the fires of Mount Doom to deliver something precious, and this time, it's sized for your bookshelf.
Fresh off the release of this year's major Lord of the Rings set, The Shire, Lego has announced a new addition to its Middle-earth offerings: a $130, 1,201-piece book nook recreating the fiery clash between Gandalf and the Balrog on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm.
And yeah, it includes a brick with 'You shall not pass!' printed front and center, so prepare to deliver your best Ian McKellen impression every time you glance at it.
Unlike the sprawling, shelf-swallowing sets Lego usually puts out for this franchise, this one folds neatly into the shape of an upright book. Or, if you prefer, it unfurls into a fiery diorama showcasing Gandalf standing his ground against the Balrog, complete with flame-whip, massive wings, and burning stone columns.
This new entry is part of a growing book nook line. Until now, Lego's Tolkien tributes have typically come as once-a-year, premium sets aimed at the deep-pocketed and display-case crowd.
If you're a fan of this franchise, this fiery little set might just be the unexpected party your shelf didn't know it needed.
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