The Doctor Who Thread of Wibbley Wobbley Timey Wimey

ComicGuy89 · 02-28-2014, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ZeoRangerV

Eh, I still feel that's too much for something that's going to mainly be aimed at kids if LEGO ever considered doing a Doctor Who range. If it was one or two collector orientated sets then that's a different story.

LEGO is expensive for what it is and official licenses really don't help that matter. And this is coming from someone who was a diehard LEGO collector in the late 90s/early 00s.

If they did a Doctor Who range, it'll likely be very small unless that line suddenly exploded into a big hit.

I don't know, I feel that while expensive, LEGO is more worth the money because other companies like Kre-O, Mega Bloks and Character Building charge not much cheaper and the product isn't really comparable in quality. The TARDIS (the outside, not the console) set I got, was more expensive than a LEGO battle pack, with nearly half the piece count and minus 2 minifigs. And my TARDIS doors were bent after assembly. And the TARDIS console is $80 USD for 250 pieces, which is not unlike a LEGO set of the same piece amount. Well, that's really just my opinion though.

ZeoRangerV · 02-28-2014, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ComicGuy89

The TARDIS (the outside, not the console) set I got, was more expensive than a LEGO battle pack, with nearly half the piece count and minus 2 minifigs. And my TARDIS doors were bent after assembly.

Surely the fact Character Options is a tiny British company compared to the worldwide giant that is LEGO makes a difference price wise there though?

ComicGuy89 · 02-28-2014, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ZeoRangerV

Surely the fact Character Options is a tiny British company compared to the worldwide giant that is LEGO makes a difference price wise there though?

Hmm good point.

Doesn't explain Mega Bloks or Kre-O though.

Anyway don't take this wrongly. I agree LEGO is expensive. I feel it's worth the money though I can see where people would find it to be a little bit greedy.

ZeoRangerV · 02-28-2014, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ComicGuy89

Hmm good point.

Doesn't explain Mega Bloks or Kre-O though.

Anyway don't take this wrongly. I agree LEGO is expensive. I feel it's worth the money though I can see where people would find it to be a little bit greedy.

Oh no, I totally respect your view

to be honest I think most construction toys are expensive for what they are

its just with LEGO I loved it so much growing up that it kinda stings that I had to stop because of rising prices.

WhiteRanger · 02-28-2014, 05:44 AM

If Lego does do doctor who then Imagin a Lego doctor who the video

Electric Turahk · 02-28-2014, 08:19 AM

I don't think you guys understand what Cuusoo is...

Because it can be posted on Cuusoo does not mean it will become an entire line of sets. Only Minecraft has broken that because of its huge popularity.

Cuusoo votes in one, single set. And they are all collector-oriented thus far. And at reasonable prices in my opinion (all around 35 USD I believe).

All this announcement means is that a fan can now build a Doctor Who set themselves, try and get 10,000 votes to get it reviewed, and then maybe (slim maybe) it gets approved. Most haven't.

A set with the Tardis (outside), the Doctor, and a few companions is the most likely to both garner attention and get through review. If there aren't new molds (so that could make some of the hair styles difficult lol... and getting a Sonic). Also agreeing on which Doctor could be a point of contention, but that would be ultimately up to LEGO after they start work on the final product anyways.

ZeoRangerV · 02-28-2014, 08:38 AM

I know how Cusoo works, nor do I think that an entire line of LEGO Doctor Who sets is going to happen any time soon. I was merely pointing out that I wouldn't really be that enthused by it if it did.

guncannon109 · 02-28-2014, 11:01 PM

Guess which episode I just watched!

ZeoRangerV · 03-01-2014, 03:03 PM

I've finally experienced the sensation of when a toy collector gets their holy grail:

A very limited run resin garage kit of the TV21 comics Emperor Dalek from the 60s. Its been a project I've been on and off doing for about 6 months when I got the time, and finally completed it today.

No Dalek toy/model will ever top this for me.

Thessair · 03-01-2014, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ZeoRangerV

I've finally experienced the sensation of when a toy collector gets their holy grail:

A very limited run resin garage kit of the TV21 comics Emperor Dalek from the 60s. Its been a project I've been on and off doing for about 6 months when I got the time, and finally completed it today.

No Dalek toy/model will ever top this for me.

Wow. That is awesome! Excellent score and nice work in completing it!

02-28-2014, 03:39 AM	#1231
ComicGuy89 Master of Water Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 6,246	Quote: Originally Posted by ZeoRangerV Eh, I still feel that's too much for something that's going to mainly be aimed at kids if LEGO ever considered doing a Doctor Who range. If it was one or two collector orientated sets then that's a different story. LEGO is expensive for what it is and official licenses really don't help that matter. And this is coming from someone who was a diehard LEGO collector in the late 90s/early 00s. If they did a Doctor Who range, it'll likely be very small unless that line suddenly exploded into a big hit. I don't know, I feel that while expensive, LEGO is more worth the money because other companies like Kre-O, Mega Bloks and Character Building charge not much cheaper and the product isn't really comparable in quality. The TARDIS (the outside, not the console) set I got, was more expensive than a LEGO battle pack, with nearly half the piece count and minus 2 minifigs. And my TARDIS doors were bent after assembly. And the TARDIS console is $80 USD for 250 pieces, which is not unlike a LEGO set of the same piece amount. Well, that's really just my opinion though. __________________ \|deviantART link\| Last edited by ComicGuy89; 02-28-2014 at 03:42 AM..

02-28-2014, 04:04 AM	#1232
ZeoRangerV Kawaii 5-0 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom Posts: 12,851	Quote: Originally Posted by ComicGuy89 The TARDIS (the outside, not the console) set I got, was more expensive than a LEGO battle pack, with nearly half the piece count and minus 2 minifigs. And my TARDIS doors were bent after assembly. Surely the fact Character Options is a tiny British company compared to the worldwide giant that is LEGO makes a difference price wise there though? __________________ My Shiny Toy Robots: Toku, Anime & Toy Reviews

02-28-2014, 04:21 AM	#1233
ComicGuy89 Master of Water Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 6,246	Quote: Originally Posted by ZeoRangerV Surely the fact Character Options is a tiny British company compared to the worldwide giant that is LEGO makes a difference price wise there though? Hmm good point. Doesn't explain Mega Bloks or Kre-O though. Anyway don't take this wrongly. I agree LEGO is expensive. I feel it's worth the money though I can see where people would find it to be a little bit greedy. __________________ \|deviantART link\|

02-28-2014, 04:40 AM	#1234
ZeoRangerV Kawaii 5-0 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom Posts: 12,851	Quote: Originally Posted by ComicGuy89 Hmm good point. Doesn't explain Mega Bloks or Kre-O though. Anyway don't take this wrongly. I agree LEGO is expensive. I feel it's worth the money though I can see where people would find it to be a little bit greedy. Oh no, I totally respect your view to be honest I think most construction toys are expensive for what they are its just with LEGO I loved it so much growing up that it kinda stings that I had to stop because of rising prices. __________________ My Shiny Toy Robots: Toku, Anime & Toy Reviews

02-28-2014, 05:44 AM	#1235
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