THE LEGO GROUP REVEALS DETAILS OF JANUARY 1, 2015 GLOBAL LEGO® BIONICLE® LAUNCH
The LEGO Group, makers of the world’s leading construction toys, today unveiled detailed product information, principle graphic design and a video short for the LEGO® BIONICLE franchise onstage at New York City Comic Con. Featuring a range of constructible action figures, LEGO BIONICLE is based on a new and engaging storyline that will be available globally on January 1, 2015.
“We are thrilled to announce the relaunch of the LEGO BIONICLE franchise, which was one of our most popular LEGO franchises and our first ‘constraction’ or constructible action figure line,” said Michael McNally, Senior Director of Brand Relations, The LEGO Group. “We are eager to introduce and immerse a new generation of children in this rich character-driven world and can’t wait for fans of all ages to interact with the new story.”
Can the Toa Save Okoto From the Latest Threat?
The new storyline takes place on the mythical island of Okoto, where the forces of darkness are on the move and the evil Makuta is once again materializing. He is overcome by the desire for the three mythic masks that will cast the world into darkness – the Mask of Creation, the Mask of Control and the Mask of Ultimate Power.
The desperate island inhabitants enlist six heroes – each masters of a sacred element – called the Toa- to help save their beloved island. The Toa must embark on a quest for Okoto’s ancient power masks that will allow them to unlock the full potential of their elemental powers. Only when the heroes are united, will they be able to battle the forces of evil, defeat Makuta and save Okoto.
To help fans bring the exciting story to life, The LEGO Group will offer a variety of exciting new LEGO BIONICLE sets from each of the different factions, ranging in price from $9.99 – $19.99 each:
• Beginning January 2015 six new protector sets will be available including LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Jungle, LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Stone, LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Water, LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Earth, LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Ice and LEGO BIONICLE Protector of Fire.
• In addition, six Toa sets will be also available in January 2015 including LEGO BIONICLE Gali – Master of Water, LEGO BIONICLE Pohatu – Master of Stone, LEGO BIONICLE Lewa – Master of Jungle, LEGO BIONICLE Onua – Master of Earth, LEGOBIONICLE Kopaka – Master of Ice and LEGO BIONICLE Tahu – Master of Fire, along with a Lord of Skull Spiders.
70778 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Jungle
Ages 6 -12 70 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Beware!
The evil Skull Spider is mounting an attack deep in the jungle. Swoop to the defense of the Protectors’ village with the awesome Protector of Jungle, a sturdy, buildable figure featuring a dual-tone mask with pop-off trigger. Adjust the arms and legs to create fearsome battle poses. Then unleash the huge Air Elemental Flame Bow’s rapid shooter and send the Skull Spider scurrying for safety.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70779 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Stone
Ages 6 -12 73 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Look out!
The Skull Spider is lurking in the sand dunes near the Protectors’ desert village. Send out the mighty Protector of Stone to block the dangerous invader. Adjust the arms and legs of this durable figure for a variety of formidable battle poses. Whip up a vortex of sand with the giant Elemental Sandstorm Blaster and pin back the Skull Spider with the rapid shooter. Just don’t let this evil creature close enough to pop off that precious mask.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70779 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Water
Ages 6 -12 71 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Watch out!
The Skull Spider is trying to burst the bubbles of the Protectors’ underwater village. Blow this unwanted visitor out of the water with the Protector of Water’s rapid-shooting Elemental Torpedo Blaster. This robust figure, with BIONICLE® head and shell and 2 turbines, is built for action play, so don’t delay – intercept the evil foe before it grabs the mask and seizes power from the Protectors.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70781 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Earth
Ages 6 -12 66 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Underground alert!
The crystal mine is under attack from the Skull Spider. Spin the Protector of Earth’s powerful crystal Star Drill to bore through rock and confront the evil intruder. If the Skull Spider latches onto the Protector’s BIONICLE® head, it can pop the trigger and release the mask. Unleash the Elemental power of the rapid shooter to fend off the villain and keep control of the underground.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70782 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Ice
Ages 6 -12 68 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Danger!
The Skull Spider is leaping from a crack in the ice to attack the Protectors. Put the freeze on the evil intruder with the Protector of Ice’s rapid-shooting Elemental Ice Blaster. This mighty ice warrior with BIONICLE® head and shell is built for ferocious battles, so spin the awesome ice saw blade and take down the Skull Spider before it can pop off the mask.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70783 LEGO® BIONICLE Protector of Fire
Ages 6 -12 69 pieces
USD $9.99 / CAD $12.99
Emergency!
The Protector of Fire is under attack from the Skull Spider emerging from the molten lava lake. This sturdy, highly posable figure is fully equipped for the heat of battle, so strike back with the flame swords and open fire with the rapid-shooting Elemental Fire Blaster. You must take down the thieving invader before it can pop off the Protector’s mask.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
Ages 7 – 14 87 pieces
USD $14.99 / CAD $17.99
Gear up for an epic underwater duel to claim the precious Golden Mask of Water!
Attach the shark fins to the feet of Gali – Master of Water and dive deep to the ancient ruins in the oceanic crater. Connect the fins to the harpoon to create a powerful elemental trident to attack the Skull Spider. Activate the battle arm to fend off its attempts to pop off Gali’s mask. The all-powerful Golden Mask simply must be safeguarded from evil forces
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com
70785 LEGO® BIONICLE Pohatu – Master of Stone
Ages 7 – 14 66 pieces
USD $14.99 / CAD $17.99
Summon the awesome elemental power of Pohatu – Master of Stone to defeat the Skull Spider!
Attach the convertible Jeterangs to the feet of this powerful, posable BIONICLE® figure and launch into the sky. When you locate the Skull Spider, transform the Jeterangs into 2 huge Stormerang weapons and get ready to battle for the Golden Mask of Stone. Resist all attempts to pop off Pohatu’s mask, and activate the bashing battle arm to send the Skull Spider flying!
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70784 LEGO® BIONICLE Lewa – Master of Jungle
Ages 7 – 14 85 pieces
USD $14.99 / CAD $17.99
Match up against the evil Skull Spider with Lewa – Master of Jungle!
Power up the dual-purpose X-glider to soar into the sky. When you spot the Skull Spider crawling from the ruins, swoop down to the ground and convert the X-glider into 2 massive battle axes. Prevent the thieving creature popping off Lewa’s mask using the 2 swords and turn the wheel to power up Lewa’s bashing battle arm. You must fight hard to protect the precious Golden Jungle Mask from the forces of evil.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70789 LEGO® BIONICLE Onua – Master of Earth
Ages 8 – 14 108 pieces
USD $19.99 / CAD $24.99
Dig deep with Onua – Master of Earth to claim the mystical Golden Mask!
This durable, highly posable figure with 4 golden BIONICLE® shells and bashing battle arm is fully geared up for underground combat against the Skull Spider. Burrow underground with the turbo shovelers while evading the evil Skull Spider’s efforts to pop off Onua’s mask. Then convert his turbo shovelers into a massive earthquake hammer, the only tool powerful enough to break through to the Golden Mask.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70788 LEGO® BIONICLE Kopaka – Master of Ice
Ages 8 – 14 97 pieces
USD $19.99 / $24.99
Prepare for a chilling mountaintop conflict with Kopaka – Master of Ice!
Watch out for the Skull Spider crawling from the snow, trying to pop off Kopaka’s mask. Adjust the arms and legs of this heavily armored figure to create fearsome battle poses. Fend off the evil creature’s attacks with the frost shield, bashing battle arm and the mighty Elemental Ice Spear. Get to the precious Golden Mask first then convert the shield into avalanche skis to escape.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70787 LEGO® BIONICLE Tahu – Master of Fire
Ages 8 – 14 89 pieces
USD $19.99 / $24.99
Heat up the BIONICLE® action with Tahu – Master of Fire!
Attach the lava surfboard to the feet of this powerful, posable figure and surf into the volcanic crater in adrenalin mode. Then turn the surfboard into 2 awesome elemental fire blades ready for combat. Activate the bashing battle arm to swipe away the Skull Spider’s attempts to pop off Tahu’s mask and get to the magical Golden Mask first.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.
70790 LEGO® BIONICLE Lord of Skull Spiders
Ages 7 – 14 145 pieces
USD $14.99 / CAD $17.99
Patrol the entrance to the ancient city with the monstrous Lord of Skull Spiders!
Protectors wanting to unlock the secrets of the city will have to get past this evil-eyed, 6-legged creature first. And the Lord of Skull Spiders has its own secret weapon – pull the rear lever to grip and crush anyone who gets too close! Combine with buildable LEGO® BIONICLE® Protector and Master sets for thrilling good vs. evil battles.
Available for purchase at major retailers, LEGO brand retail stores and shop.LEGO.com.