Indeed, the whole concept behind this set, and its application, is fantastic to behold, through a lengthy but varied build process that, upon completion, presents such a massive, fallen landmark leaning at an almost impossible angle, surrounded by minifigure activity. That beauty is in more than just Lady Liberty’s features. In considering purchasing this set, realise that it is a far more beautiful one in person than its photography can otherwise impress. Photographing under bright lighting and from direct angles, what is a well contoured and decently proportioned LEGO representation of the famous sand green lady’s face is at once both flattened and exaggerated.įrom the lead image on the front of the box to those on the back and across the LEGO website, none really indicate the expertise and accuracy that is actually otherwise apparent in her expression, when viewed in person. This is because the angles that best compliment a lot of the set’s more intricate features and functions fail to flatter its most defining feature, and where human nature will first draw your eye – Lady Liberty’s face. Where official imagery and box art for the likes of the Roller Coaster, Hogwarts Castle and Betrayal at Cloud City make for instant wows and easy sells, the box art and official imagery for 70840 Welcome to Apocalypseburg rather dampens its introduction. And that is necessary to understand, because somewhat unfortunately, 70840 Welcome to Apocalypseburg also sits apart for its less-than-wholly-impressive first impressions.
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