Lego X‑Men set brings mutants to life with intricate details

There is no doubt that assembling Lego bricks is one of the most popular forms of entertainment. Many people worldwide love the complex world of tiny elements that, when combined, create impressive structures. The Lego offerings are truly vast, including sets related to, among others, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, Disney, Lord of the Rings, and Marvel. All of them are incredibly popular, with the biggest fans collecting entire collections.

Marvel fans, particularly those interested in stories set in the world of the X-Men, can start getting excited. On Thursday, October 17, Lego announced the release of the latest set, named "LEGO Marvel X-Men: The X-Mansion Buildable Set." Fans of mutants will be able to dive into building the famous school where talented young people with supernatural powers are taught and trained every day.

"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," informs the producer.

The newest set will be available for pre-sale to Lego Insiders members from 1 November 2024, priced at approximately CAD 429.99. It will be accessible for purchase both online and in physical 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," informs the producer.