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You're forgetting how Lego have historically operated here. Hasbro stick to certain franchises and endlessly re-use the same characters. Lego on the other hand don't really focus that much on characters in most of their themes (except the big ones). When it comes to reboots bionicle was the exception to the rule. And the only way it was able to do that was by having exceptional good sales during it's life-span. However it went down in sales as the 2000s progressed until they cancelled the theme. When they brought it back the sales became out-right awful. What message will that send to Lego execs? That the new generation don't want bionicle. I don't see them trying out bionicle again until a new generation comes around (which won't be for another 20 year at least). And even then I doubt they'll do it as other themes have already surpassed bionicle's sales meaning those would be more likely to get the reboot treatment by that point. Lego don't tend to reboot things. Unless a consistent trend of direct reboots becomes a thing in the near future G3 is an IF not a when. I forget nothing. Interesting point you bring up though...but I have a counterpoint. Some franchises have had the issues you described. Take, for example, the Godzilla movies. Were great, declined, went away. Came back, were awful, went away quick. 2014 brings us another new Godzilla, now we have a connected franchise forming. Same with King Kong. Let's not forget the Batman movies. People thought Batman would never return to the big screen after the failure that was Batman & Robin, yet we got the Dark Knight trilogy and now we have the DCEU. So to say it's an if just isn't something that makes sense. Even if it does take 20 years this time. Don't give up hope.

It is sad to see such little faith in this community. G3 will happen. It is inevitable. Even if it takes longer, it will happen. All good IPs come back. Look at Transformers. It nearly died, until someone came in and brought new life into it. Look at the Resident Evil games...they were dropping in popularity, and then RE VII happened. Perhaps the things I'm a fan of have taught me more faith and patience than most, but that doesn't excuse us from not having faith. So what if G2 was essentially botched? That doesn't mean that G3 will be bad or that it won't happen. The problem with G2 was that, as Milla Jovovich recently said in regards to the reboot of the RE film series, "I think a lot of people with these franchises kind of put the car before the horse. There's a danger to that". LEGO put the cart before the horse, expecting it to sell well by default. Milla also went on to say "There’s some real fans in the sci-fi/action/horror world, and they’re not idiots. They can smell when something is done because people love it and when something is done just to monetize an opportunity". Bionicle G2 was likely done for the money, to be quite honest. Milla also said, "I would suggest that you find people that have that same passion for the property before you talk about reboots", which I think is honestly perfect advice for LEGO when Bionicle G3 does eventually happen.

Here's a few I came up with. Takanuva - Tom Holland Roodaka - Kate Beckinsale Tahu - Steve Blum Lewa - Nolan North Gali - Milla Jovovich Onua - Peter Cullen Pohatu - Jason Statham Kopaka - Theo James Mata Nui - Malcolm McDowell Teridax - Hugo Weaving Turaga Vakama - Gary Oldman

If there were to be a Star Wars or Marvel-esque deal, which is most likely, that would be great. See what Disney did for Marvel? Thanks to that deal, Marvel got the money and resources necessary to bring us the movies we've been getting. Now obviously I'm in agreement that this is a hoax, but would I be on board if it were real? Most likely...Disney did bring Star Wars back after all.

I swear, some of these puns are a real thornax in my side...

That is, without a doubt, the most unorthodox place I've heard suggested to display a Funko...and that's why I like it. Of course, ultimately depends on the car type. It would clash in something tough looking like a Ford Mustang, but would be right at home in most minivans or 4-door sedans.

Someone brought up the point of Bionicle being an extinct toyline...fair point, but many Funko figures are of characters from extinct TV shows or movie series, so not too sure that point holds water. By that logic, I shouldn't be able to buy a Batman Beyond Funko seeing as that show is no longer running. Another person mentioned that unbuildable versions of buildable figures would be counterintuitive...honestly, same could be said for the Transformers Funko figures. People buy Transformers because they, well...transform. Yet, despite that, there's a market for non-transformable Transformers. Surprised to see a general dislike for the style given that chibi-fied versions of Bionicle characters have been prevalent in fanart since the franchise's inception. In theory, Bionicle Funko figures would exist to augment the constraction figures...and be a collectors' item that doesn't get opened. Doesn't mean they'd be a good idea or even draw an audience. Do I support my own idea? Not sure, but I have to play devil's advocate a bit here. Not trying to change opinions, just trying to give some good counterpoints and whatnot. Enjoying hearing everyone's thoughts on this!

If someone who can edit could would make a tribute video - actual video, not slideshow - using the song "For Those About To Rock" by AC/DC, that would be amazing.

The reason I even entertained the notion that Bionicle characters would look good in Funko form is because the live action Transformers have been made. Funko figures are not always simple. Many have sculpted details, such as pistons, gears, armor, etc. Sure, some characters have not translated well in Funko form, but most of the ones I've seen do. Harley Quinn, for example...the jester version was already cute anyways, so it worked. Doesn't mean Bionicle characters would translate well, but it just came to mind due to all the ones I've been seeing lately that I was surprised got made. Interesting to see the feedback so far, it has made me think...keep it coming!

Could you elaborate a bit more? I'm a bit neutral on 'em...I just think they make great gift ideas, lol.

I ask this question for a few reasons...the first being that I recently have been in stores and online a lot searching for DC Funko figures to buy for a friend's birthday. The more obvious reason being that Funko figures have taken the world by storm, and are rapidly expanding to include new brands. These figures are highly collectible, and exclusives are being released at retailers such as GameStop or at conventions such as NYCC. Everything from Star Wars to Transformers to Harry Potter to Fast and Furious and even Frozen and BioShock and - shockingly enough - Call of Duty Zombies seem to have Funko figures now. So let's just say that LEGO decided to allow Funko to make Bionicle Pop Vinyl figures...sure, such a scenario may not be ultra-likely, but it's by no means impossible either. But if it were to happen...who would buy them? I'm sure many would, and I feel that it would be a good way to raise brand awareness and perhaps bring in an audience that previously did not exist. But those are just my thoughts...I'd like to hear yours now!

In the United States, the summer 2016 Bionicle sets are exclusive to Toys 'R' Us. As for why other stores' Bionicle sections are disappearing, I guess that the ones you've visited have simply sold out of all the Bionicle sets they had in stock and opted not to order more from LEGO. Oh, that makes sense...I actually found them at Toys R Us two days ago! So now I have the entire collection, built 'em all that night. Sad that these are the last ones...that fact hit me last night. But I had fun building these, and they look awesome. Umarak is a lot bigger than I expected.

Why on Earth can I not find the summer wave in stores? And why have the Bionicle sections in the LEGO aisles disappeared? I expect better from WalMart and Target...and Amazon is overpriced, so I can't turn to that. I'll probably just order these from LEGO, but I just don't understand the deal here.

Just like the first cancellation, this came at the worst possible time. Sure, there's a never good time for one of your favorite franchises to come to an end, but 2016 has just been such a hard year, both personally, and for the world in general. As someone said earlier, goodbyes are always hard...but some are harder than others. I had to say goodbye to a beautiful car I owned for almost 4 years back in March because of bad weather. Though I have a new car and have rebuilt, it still hurts, and the events of that night still haunt me. I also learned this year that Bleach will be ending, and that is a goodbye that will be tough because I really fell in love with that franchise. Both the manga and the anime helped fill the void Bionicle left the first time, and now both are on their way out. Currently, I'm having issues with my girlfriend of almost 11 months, and it doesn't look like the relationship will survive, so that's not helping anything. So add this into the mix, and it's just a mess. Grateful for the second run were given though, even if it was far too short. Some of us are indifferent to this goodbye, but to those us of who are saddened by it, always remember the wise words of Shinedown..."sometimes goodbye is a second chance".

New car has been gotten! New topic with photos will be up ASAP.

Thank you. My emotions are a bit all over the place, and there are occasionally times where I just don't feel much of anything, but I'm working through it. It probably will take me a while, but I've got my 21st coming up in 2 weeks, so that'll be fun. Also should be getting a new car this weekend if all goes well.

Thank you. It was definitely horrific, especially the flipping, that's what traumatized me. The most horrific moment was looking back at the vehicle after we'd gotten out...was hard to believe it. We're recovered from our physical injuries for the most part. Pretty sure all his cuts are gone, and my back is still just a little messed up, but I've always had very minor back issues anyways. Emotionally, he wasn't really affected, but I definitely was. I'm still not quite the same, and may not be for a while. But he's helping me through it, and I'll probably feel better once I get a new car. Still gonna take some time though...talking to people seems to help me, I've noticed.