Advent Calendars, Dreamzz Release, Year of Dragon, LEGO Space Book, and Polaroid Camera in The Toki LEGO Digest for December 2023

As the year draws to a close, LEGO enthusiasts have much to celebrate with exciting launches, collaborations, and irresistible offers. Let’s dive into the latest from LEGO this December and check out what your beloved toymaker has in store this holiday season. 

1. Take your Dreamzz to the Sky 

LEGO DreamZzz is returning with a compact wave of five sets to launch in January 2024. The 71472 Izzie’s Narwhal Hot-Air Balloon is an enchanting build that showcases Izzie, the spirited female lead in the LEGO DreamZzz series.

With a price set at USD15.99, this set is both modest in size and budget-friendly. Upon its release in January 2024, it will become the second most affordable LEGO DreamZzz set. A positive development as the initial wave launched in August 2023 predominantly featured more expensive sets that didn’t offer the perceived value. Now, get a closer look at the Izzie mini-figure, which stands out as one of the noteworthy new characters. Adorned with lavender shoulder pads and intricate prints on her torso and legs, Izzie also wields a striking dual-molded sword with a transparent blue blade.

The Hot Air Balloon mode is the preferred form for many. This whimsical configuration, with the Narwhal serving as a hot air balloon or carrying the basket with Izzie, adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the overall experience.

2. It is Advent Calendar Time

It’s time to embark on the festive countdown with a LEGO Advent Calendar teeming with delightful surprises from a diverse array of beloved characters and themes within the LEGO universe. You can eagerly unwrap a new LEGO set every day leading up to Christmas, ensuring a daily dose of excitement as the holiday season unfolds. These Advent Calendars sustain the festive thrill, offering a series of buildable delights to assemble each day. Choose from 5 different themes, including Harry Potter, Star Wars, LEGO City, Avengers, and LEGO Friends.

3. A Trip to Space

As we approach the end of 2023, there was a much-anticipated LEGO release that the fans of LEGO Space were looking forward to, which is the LEGO Space 1978-1992. The recently published hardcover coffee table book by Dark Horse Comics takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of The LEGO Group and the genesis of the Space themes in LEGO’s early products.

The book commences with a Prologue that further unfolds chronologically, guiding readers through the various eras of LEGO Space where each chapter serves as a distinct marker.

The artwork is remarkable and features high-resolution photography sourced from LEGO’s Archive. 

4. A Sneak Peek into the Polaroid Onestep Camera 

Before its official unveiling by LEGO, here’s an exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming LEGO Ideas set – #21345 Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Camera, anticipated for release on January 1, 2024!

This set is crafted based on the Ideas submission by Minibrick Productions along with LEGO, who executed a commendable job in accurately capturing the colors, proportions, and overall appearance of the iconic Polaroid OneStep. The back of the box showcases the LEGO Polaroid’s various functions and dimensions, measuring 9cm (3.5 in.) wide and 9cm (3.5 in.) tall. Additionally, the set includes printed photographs adorned with appealing graphics, including a subtle homage to The LEGO House in Billund, Denmark.

5. The Year of the Dragon is Here 

2024 marks the Year of the Dragon, a significant animal in the Chinese New Year. To celebrate the start of this glorious symbol, LEGO has introduced the #80112 Auspicious Dragon, slated for release on January 1, 2024.

The 1,171-piece Auspicious Dragon set involves constructing a meticulously designed Chinese dragon. It stands out as an impressive, entertaining, and ambitious display set, representing a departure from LEGO’s previous offerings on this scale.

The year 2024 is the Wood Dragon which explains the pine-like coloration of this LEGO dragon. The building is clever, masterful, and intricately designed using interesting techniques. 

December 2023 is a LEGO lover’s paradise, with an array of exciting launches, unique collaborations, and irresistible offers. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to collect as many of your favorite sets as possible and await new ones hitting the market in the New Year.