Lego boldly goes into the Star Trek universe with $400, 3,600-piece Enterprise-D
Star Trek enthusiasts are finally getting their long-awaited dream come true with the announcement of a new Lego set featuring the iconic USS Enterprise-D from *Star Trek: The Next Generation*. This collaboration comes after years of Star Wars-themed Lego sets, leaving Trekkies eager for their own piece of the action. The new set, which boasts an impressive 3,600 pieces, is set to be released on November 28 and will retail for $400. While the price tag may deter casual fans, it reflects the intricate design and attention to detail that Lego is known for, making it a collectible item for dedicated fans of the franchise.
The choice of the Enterprise-D as the flagship model for this Lego set is strategic, given its significance in the Star Trek universe. *The Next Generation*, which aired from 1987 to 1994, is often regarded as a high point for the franchise, introducing a new generation of viewers to the adventures of Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his crew. The series not only expanded the Star Trek lore but also received a modern touch in the 2010s with a remastering of its original footage, allowing the beloved episodes to shine on contemporary high-definition screens. This revitalization has helped maintain the show’s relevance, making it a fitting choice for Lego’s inaugural Star Trek set.
Fans can expect a comprehensive experience with the new Lego kit, which includes a collection of minifigures representing key characters from the series. While some may argue that the Enterprise-D is not the most beloved iteration of the starship—often overshadowed by its predecessor, the original USS Enterprise—the decision to feature it highlights its cultural impact and the nostalgia it evokes among fans. As the set prepares to launch, excitement is building in the Star Trek community, marking a significant moment for both Lego and Star Trek as they come together to celebrate this beloved sci-fi legacy.
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Star Trek fans who have long envied the Star Wars franchise’s collaboration with Lego are finally getting something to celebrate: Lego is
introducing a version
of Star Trek’s
USS Enterprise
, specifically the
Enterprise-D
from
Star Trek: The Next Generation
.
Because we don’t live in the post-money utopian society of the 24th century, the kit will cost you, and unfortunately, it’s priced well into the for-superfans-only zone. The 3,600-piece starship and collection of minifigs
will run you $400
when the set officially leaves spacedock on November 28.
Though the
Enterprise-D
is
far from our favorite
Enterprise
, it does make sense as a starting point for the Lego Group.
The Next Generation
‘s seven-year run in the late ’80s and early ’90s represents a creative and cultural peak for the franchise, and a 2010s-era remaster that painstakingly re-scanned and upgraded all of the original footage and effects for high-definition TVs has kept the old episodes looking fresher than other ’90s Trek shows like
Deep Space Nine
and
Voyager.
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