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Space Marines!

created by NickRoyer on 2011.12.06

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An exciting new theme or mini-theme for Lego Space: the Space Marines! Taking place in the distant future, long after initial human-alien contact, the Space Marines theme follows our intrepid band of Space Marines across the galaxy as they fight evil aliens and explore treacherous terrain.

The Space Marines theme has an awful lot to recommend it. It's got cool-looking Space Marines as highly collectible minifigs, which could lend itself nicely to hot-selling battle pack-style sets; it's got plenty of options for exciting vehicles and locations, as there can always be a fleet of dropships, fighters, transports, mechs, and armored vehicles to support the Space Marines. In addition to the obvious endless building opportunities, it would showcase an exciting, vigorous side of space exploration and conflict that, due to its thrilling conflict-oriented overtones, would be a hit with small children. The AFOL audience would love it, too, as it has high-quality, original figures and accessories, plus vehicles that I imagine would include plenty of MOC'able parts, not to mention the nostalgic factor of the theme being in essence an updated Neo-Classic-Space mixed with the vigorous ethos of Alien Conquest..

The Lego Group's emphasis on story would be well-supported, as each Space Marine, alien, and scientist could have their own backstory and distinctive characteristics. Certain Space Marines could have their own armor markings and individual face printing, further enhancing the collectibility and appeal of the theme.

For more pictures and videos of the Space Marines, check out one of the following links:
Space Marines Flickr Set


Other names for this theme could include:
- Space Explorers
- Space Troopers
- Space Defense
- Exploration 2250

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A Space Marines set, including four Space Marines of varying specialties and species, as well as three Ugokins and two Ugokin droneships.

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A Space Marines set component- a strike fighter, about 150 pieces. This demonstrates the overall aesthetic and "feel" of the Space Marines line.

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Part of a guide to the Space Marines fleshing out the basic concept and story details, although those are certainly easily changed.

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The cover to a set, $15, that sets the tone and style for much of the Space Marines line.

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Q: What software did you use to create the images?
A: I created the minifigs from scratch in Blender 3D, the free, open-source content-creation suite. For the sets, I prototyped them with real bricks, then adjust them in Lego Digital Designer before bringing them into LeoCad for optimization before the final Blender render. For the building instructions, I moved the models into LPub as well.

Q: Aren't Space Marines copyrighted by the Warhammer 40,000 people?
A: Space Marines in the sense of huge, hulking soldiers in distinctive power armor under the rule of a theocratic despot in a far-future dystopia are copyrighted by Games Workshop. The generic concept and name of "Space Marines" isn't under copyright, referring as it does to a concept that's been around since the 1930's in a variety of science-fiction publications.

Q: Wow! That armor looks like the Series 7 "Galaxy Patrol" minifigure! Did Lego take your idea?
A: No, it's the other way around. The Space Marines' distinctive armor and helmet are based on the Galaxy Patrol Collectible Minifigure, so Lego would be able to make Space Marines sets without having to make new molds for completely new parts.

Q: Are you going to make Marines in other colors?
A: Not in completely separate colors, but there will be pilots, engineers, and so on with different armor designs and printing. Space Navy personnel may appear in some sets, but they'll be blue-armored and will likely have a different armor design.

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Greenlead:
The man with the military knowledge to add that extra kick to the Space Marines, Mr. Robin Chang has generously designed several vehicles for the Space Marines, and comes up with all sorts of great backstory ideas.

StrikeFurno:
Every Space Marine needs a way to get from ship to planet, and StrikeFurno has graciously furnished a drop-pod model that will feature in an upcoming set.
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Congratulatory message from LEGO for +500 votes

2012.03.05

Congratulations on all of the supporters! We're quite impressed with the quality of work and the level of thought that has gone into making this concept a legitimate contender for an official LEGO theme.

We could go on and on about the details and how cool we think this is. The helmet design is truly unique and it would be great to see that as a LEGO element. You've done a great job designing uniforms and decorations that fit the LEGO company style. Also, the concept models are just the right degree of complexity for official models. It's clear you've put thought into the scope and presentation of your concept.

Best of luck on your journey to 10,000 supporters!

The LEGO CUUSOO Team

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