Just in time for Valentine’s Day (and Dune Part Two of course), LEGO is launching the first official Dune set, bringing the iconic Ornithopter to brick form.
It’s been proven time and time again; LEGO just makes everything better. From Star Wars to Jurassic Park, and now (finally) Dune. Initially set to debut this year, it’s been pushed back to line up with the new Dune: Part Two release in 2024. Even so, we thankfully won’t have to wait much longer, as the Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter set will arrive this February.
I couldn’t be happier. I love Dune and I love LEGO. Now they’re finally together in an official fashion and it looks all sorts of incredible. The Ornithopter itself looks impressive with tons of moving parts, and I cannot get over the minifigures:
As part of the new 1,369-piece build experience, fans of Dune™ will be able to recreate the dynamic dragonfly-inspired design of an Ornithopter like never before, with functional blades on the aircraft that can flap and retract with a 180-degree rotation.
Measuring 9 inches (23 cm) high, 22 inches (57 cm) long and 31 inches (79 cm) wide, the LEGO Icons Dune™ Atreides Royal Ornithopter features a foldable landing gear – and the set also comes with eight all-new LEGO Minifigures of key characters from Dune™, including Paul Atreides, Lady Jessica, Gurney Halleck, Chani, Leto Atreides, Liet Kynes, Duncan Idaho and Baron Harkonnen in his long robe.
“Like fans across the world, we were fully enraptured by the epic Dune when it released – so our return to Arakkis in Dune: Part Two was the perfect opportunity to bring this iconic craft to life in LEGO brick form,” said Michael Psiaki, Design Master at the LEGO Group. “Builders can now recreate this impressive ship with amazing detail, whether to proudly display or recreate their favourite scenes from the epic Dune saga at home.”
“Turning a beloved Dune icon into a LEGO masterpiece has always been our dream. The unique and creative design of this product perfectly aligns with both the Dune and LEGO spirit, and we’re excited for fans of all ages to enjoy the experience,” said Amber Sheppo, Vice President, Consumer Products and Partnerships, Legendary Entertainment.
The LEGO Icons Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter retails for $164.99 and is currently available to pre-order ahead of its February 1, 2024 release date!
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