LEGO The Movie 2 70841 Benny's Space Squad

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For those that are unaware, each Classic Space minifigure colour denotes a specific role that each Spaceman specialises in: That said, I did sort of predict that LEGO would re-release Classic Space this year (see screenshot from a group chat with my mates in November 2018) and I have a feeling that this won’t be the last we see of Classic Space in 2019. The set comes with a small spaceship, which is a great homage to the forms and aesthetics of Spaceships from the Classic Space Era with its triangular shape.

Classic Space is one, if not, the most beloved LEGO themes and is universally revered by fans old and new. Benny comes with an alternate face, with a dismayed expression – he’s the only one with an alternate face in this set.This space toy for kids includes 4 new-for-January-2019 THE LEGO® MOVIE 2™ minifigures: Benny, Lenny, Jenny and Kenny We talk to Lego's design chief about Lego Masters, Lego Movie 2 and creating the next generation of Lego sets Accessory elements include an airtank and helmet for each minifigure, Benny's walkie-talkie, Lenny's wrench and Kenny's metal detector Welcome to my first review of 2019! I decided to ease in to 2019 with one of the smallest sets this year, but don’t let its size fool you, it’s already a very strong contender for Set of the Year. Features a THE LEGO® MOVIE 2™ spaceship toy with a minifigure seat and a lunar buggy with 2 minifigure seats

The original Classic Space astronauts were only available in red and white, although a yellow minifigure appeared in 1979. Kenny takes inspiration from that design, featuring a yellow helmet without a broken chin strap which appears nearly identical to its predecessor. However, closer inspection reveals certain differences between them as the new element is bulkier than the older version, reducing the chance of breakage. Benny’s Space Squad is often touted as one of the best sets of 2019. This recognition is most definitely because of the inclusion of four astronaut Minifigures. Young and more mature builders alike love LEGO’s Classic Space theme. (Hey, I’m a child of the ’80s and remember my Classic Space sets fondly). Lastly, Classic Space was also filled with all sorts of Robots, and you piece together a small but charming little Spacebot. I really love the use of the trans-yellow cheese slope on its body. And I distinctly remember also reading that white and red, the _original_ two colors from before the days of printed torsos, were intended to represent American astronauts and Russian cosmonauts. So there’s clearly some internal disagreement on exactly what the colors mean.

Lunar Buggy

I cannot speak highly enough about this set – it nails it from every conceivable aspect and is a brilliant, brilliant homage to Classic Space.