Honestly wish there would have just been a new minifigure/System scale model with 15 minifigures, I'd rather drop money on the Cantina. There is no poster with the AT-TE, although the poster which comes with Jabba's Sail Barge also features the Minifigure gallery so you could use that one. This minifigure also includes decorated legs which look excellent. However, the torso appears somewhat disappointing as LEGO has re-used the Phase II armour design which was created during 2020, befitting an animated Phase II Clone Trooper. The difference between armours is definitely sufficiently pronounced to warrant separate designs, in my opinion.

LEGO responds to box art error in 75309 Republic Gunship LEGO responds to box art error in 75309 Republic Gunship

When complete, this is an impressive vehicle from just about every angle. When in action in Episode II, the Republic Gunship inspires awe as it cleaves through swathes of Battle Droids with ease, thus making the ship particularly popular. The LEGO model is very accurate, and is filled with features, so as well as being an attractive display piece, it is also fun to play with. It seems like a lot of people didn’t know this would be a UCS set, or don’t know what UCS sets usually look like? Beside previous editions of the Republic Gunship, this model is a similar length and wingspan, although the front of the fuselage narrows unlike on the older versions. The bodywork is dramatically different from earlier editions, although the overall shape is of course very similar and this model will look just fine next to one of the older sets in my opinion. The picture next to the minifig-scale set is particularly useful; it begs the question: did we really need a gunship bigger than that one...?"

If it were that, I doubt you would see the same kind of negativity as far as gut reaction overall. Because frankly the model itself is gorgeous and well-designed. It just missed the mark as far as what people were thinking it ought to be. This is why I didn’t think the gunship was a good choice for UCS - we already had EXTREMELY passable, minifig scale versions of the craft. Legozrool - As I mentioned in the review, the set is much stronger than the previous editions, which a completely Technic frame as @coson above mentioned. An enormous Technic structure continues towards the rear, extending the fuselage further and revealing the mammoth size of this model. Nevertheless, the frame remains sufficiently robust, reinforcing both door braces which are secured here. Conversely, the section behind the troop compartment comprises traditional plates, only supported at each end using Technic elements. Why can't it be about both? Especially for a model representing a transport ship? It didn't kill the company to put a few more minifigs in the UCS Falcon, did it?"

LEGO 75021 Republic Gunship Instructions, Star Wars Episode 2

However, despite these few problems, which are fairly insignificant in my opinion, the set as a whole is brilliant. The minifigure selection is wonderful and includes some very desirable characters which are either brand new or perfect for army building. There are several notable improvements over the previous versions of the vehicle, particularly from the point of view of durability, which has been greatly improved by the increased amount of Technic construction used for keeping the structure firm. Great review. Very informative. I don't mind the PT universe so much, but since I'm not particularly attached to any of them I don't feel as compelled to run out to buy this set. However, the finished model does look good and very fitting to the source material. It does look swooshable and since I'm not one to play with my LEGO, I wouldn't think I would do that too often, but I can't count the number of times I've swooshed the most recent X-Wing and TIE Fighter around. My daughter loves them too...hmmm Let's just hope that those who voted for it, will eventually buy it otherwise it may be a very very very long time before another prequel set is made. Construction of Ultimate Collector Series models traditionally concludes with the display stand and this process is no exception. The reliance upon Technic elements matches earlier designs, although this model requires considerable support and the stand is therefore significantly wider than comparable examples. Nevertheless, the structure remains consistent between them. TBOC - Now that I look again you are correct, the 2008 set was the same price in the US. Here in the UK the new model is significantly more expensive. I will clarify that fact in the review.I should mention that the length on the plaque is also arguably incorrect, since most canon sources display a length of 17.69 metres rather than 17.4 metres, but that information does vary somewhat. StarWars.com, for instance, shows 17.69 metres while the plaque reads 17.4 metres." But come on Lego, and Imperial logo? I know its not a major issue but that seems so trivial that it wouldn't be a problem. How did that even get that far through production? "

LEGO Star Wars set confirmed and rumoured for 2023 Every LEGO Star Wars set confirmed and rumoured for 2023

Another redesign several years in the making, 75357 The Ghost is thought to be an update to the Star Wars Rebels ship for the upcoming Star Wars: Ahsoka Disney+ series. There’s no word yet on whether it will include The Phantom, but it will apparently include 465 more pieces than the 2014 set, so it’s not off the table. The set is at least rumoured to include minifigures of Hera Syndulla, Jacen Syndulla, Quarrie and a mystery fifth character. 75359 Republic Swamp Speeder Time will tell whether the first batch of boxes and instructions for 75309 Republic Gunship hold any additional value on the secondary market, but if you’re among those fans hoping to take that leap of faith, you’ll be able to do so from August 1. How can I positively comment on something like that ? Can I comment at all or is this review for SW hard core fans only ? I don't follow Ninjago, yet I find some of their sets to be amazing and some not so much. Lastly, we have two Super Battle Droids, which are exactly the same as they have been since 2007, cast in pearl dark grey. In this set, they are equipped with the standard arms rather than with the cannon arm which was included in 8018 Armoured Assault Tank (AAT). This looks like a really boring set once it's finished. Like Babanaworld mentions: did we really need a bigger version of the gunship? The smaller System versions look perfectly fine to me: in fact, they are some of the more accurately minifig scaled vehicles of all the vehicles that have yet been released.Light bluish grey highlights continue across the rear, where studs become more exposed than elsewhere on the bodywork. The shaping and colour scheme looks splendid though, reflecting the onscreen Republic Gunship. I like the adjustable antipersonnel laser cannon too, above an opening rear hatch which is deployed regularly during Star Wars: The Clone Wars. For 350 I'd expect (at least some of the following) functioning doors (or optional parts to build it with doors closed), large crew (6+), working cannons maybe (lots of space to hide spring shooters and make the missile magazines auto-rotate when the trigger is pressed), totally different construction techniques - something to differentiate from the previous one and something to show/tell in addition to just the huge wingspan (BTW, folding wings would have been nice too!).