The union of LEGO and Nintendo has given birth to a new creation that is causing excitement among fans and creators alike. The upcoming LEGO set titled ‘Great Deku Tree 2-in-1’ is inspired by the monumental locations from the beloved video game series, The Legend of Zelda. Earlier this year, this partnership was announced, detailing the features of the inaugural set based on one of the series' most iconic landmarks, the Great Deku Tree.
Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma expressed his thrill about the merging of these two creative worlds. Aonuma's remarks reveal why the Deku Tree was picked as the first Zelda series element to be reconstructed using LEGO bricks. He noted the deep symbolic value and the recurrent significance of the Deku Tree across multiple Zelda games, especially in “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time” and “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.”
For fans, this new set offers more than just the mere joy of building; it provides a portal into the crafted worlds of their favorite games. It features two buildable versions of the Great Deku Tree which highlight different aspects and eras from the Zelda series. The first model captures the original appearance from “Ocarina of Time” and the second adapts its “Breath of the Wild” iteration. Each model is designed with unique features that align well with the narrative and aesthetic elements of the series.
The enthusiasm for the Zelda-themed LEGO set is not limited to its makers. LEGO’s design team includes longtime fans of the series, adding a layer of passion and authenticity to the project. The choice of the Deku Tree as the kickoff point mirrors its pivotal role in the games where it serves as a guardian and a guide, symbolically fitting for the first of what many hope will be several Zelda LEGO sets.
Set to be released on 1st September 2024, the LEGO set is priced at £259.99 / $299.99. Interested buyers have the option to pre-order from LEGO’s official website, ensuring they can bring a piece of Hyrule into their homes. This set is a reflection of a broader trend of collaboration between video game franchises and LEGO, which recently included a new line of Fortnite sets scheduled for release in October.
The launch, no doubt expensive, is seen by enthusiasts as a worthwhile investment, especially for devoted collectors and fans of the series. It represents a bridge between physical and digital play, embedding the interactivity of a video game into the tangible, creative process of LEGO building.
Looking to the future, the possibilities for further Nintendo-inspired LEGO sets seem promising. Fans are eagerly discussing and dreaming up potential new sets based on other elements of the Zelda universe. With LEGO's intricate attention to detail and the rich lore of Zelda, the potential designs are both vast and exciting.
As the calendar pages turn closer to the release date, anticipation builds. Aonuma’s excitement is a sentiment shared by many around the world, ready to physically build and display a cherished piece of the digital worlds they have loved for so long. This collaboration between LEGO and Nintendo not only celebrates the creativity and legacy of both brands but also strengthens the connection between them and their global audience.
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