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The latest addition to the LEGO Ideas series is the "21342 The Insect Collection" set, a brainchild of Spanish enthusiast José María.
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Celebrating the 50th set in the LEGO Ideas line, this release showcases insects, reminiscent of the "21301 Birds" set, which also spotlighted various wildlife creatures.
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Three captivating insects take the spotlight in this collection: the Blue Morpho Butterfly, the Hercules Beetle, and the Chinese Mantis.
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Although José María's initial design featured five insects, the final set ingeniously incorporates the missing two - a tiny honeybee beside the butterfly and a 1x1 ladybird tile as the mantis's prey.
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The decision to prioritize detailed display stands for the main insects rather than increasing the size of all five was driven by cost considerations.
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Priced at a reasonable £69.99 / $79.99 / €79.99, this set includes 1,111 pieces and will hit the market on September 4.
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Federico Begher, Head of LEGO Product Group, lauds José María's impressive designs for their accuracy and detail in capturing the essence of these creatures.
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Each insect is positioned on a display stand mirroring its natural habitat, with the Blue Morpho Butterfly nestled on an Amazon rainforest branch, the Hercules Beetle on a decaying log, and the Chinese Mantis on a slender Asian forest branch.
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Sanaa Kelley, a Foley artist, has collaborated with LEGO to craft a unique 'Green Noise' playlist, incorporating sounds of the insects using LEGO elements, producing tracks of up to 45 minutes each.
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Set release is slated for September 4 exclusively for LEGO Insiders, followed by a broader release on September 7.