Much has been written on the subject, but this is a serious matter so I will also contribute to the knowledge base: Clowns are terrifying. Even this clown, expertly built from a beloved children's toy and carefully photographed, is terrifying. I'm sure builder Djokson meant no harm and his intentions were completely benevolent, but still, this thing is terrifying.
I've heard lots of comments about MOCs for the Nerdvember contest in the works, but builder Pistash was the first to enter. This fiesta version of Nerdly cracked me up when I saw it, It must have been the combination of clown nose and party blower (who says clowns aren't funny?). Have you started your Nerdly yet?
If you went up in my attic right now you'd find dozens and dozens of Spawn toys. Todd McFarlane shook up the toy industry just like he shook up the comic industry and it elevated everyone's game. One of the incredibly imaginative characters is Clown/Violator, expertly depicted here in brick form by Pistash.
Build smarter, sturdier LEGO spaceships this SHIPtember with engineering tips for strong frames and precise polygons. This guide explores the geometry and design principles behind rigid, swooshable SHIP frames that won't sag.
Do Classic Space minifigures have roles assigned by color, like in Star Trek or the U.S. Navy’s flight deck crews? We grab our metal detectors and dig into LEGO history (and the data) to find out!
Space MOCs usually have a very defined look and feel, but what can you do if you image LEGO space as a near-future colony on a colorful alien planet instead? Kimberly Giffen takes us on a tour of her take on LEGO Space.
Think you know LEGO Space? Think again. Before Blacktron hit the shelves, there was Jim Spaceborn, a forgotten comic that hinted at villains, megaships, and an entire LEGO publishing universe lost in time.
LEGO One Piece may be a licensed theme, but its latest wave feels surprisingly familiar. From pirate ships and towering castles to compact town scenes, we explore how the sets channel some of LEGO’s classic themes.
LEGO took a different approach to San Diego Comic-Con this year, transforming its booth into a travel-themed gateway to Star Wars, Pokémon, Ninjago and more. We explore the sights, reveals, and thinking behind LEGO’s Smart Play-centric Comic-Con 2026 experience.
Today we are joined by Katie Walker who shares the concept of a “Flash MOC” and the evolution of one of her stunning backlit LEGO cheese slope mosaics.
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