What are LEGO Mixels?

[Hapori Tohu]

A new teaser site has appeared advertising LEGO Mixels, and features three interesting brick-built characters. Apparently they're coming in Spring 2014 and are connected to Cartoon Network. You can view the <a href='http://www.lego.com/mixels/' target='offsite'>teaser site here</a>, as well as the <a href='http://www.brickset.com/news/article/?ID=7128' target='offsite'>BrickSet article</a> that includes a picture of the models from Comic-Con.View the full article

[Dralcax]

This is the first time since Ninjago's launch that I've been genuinely excited for the release of a new theme.

[Art Vandelay]

It looks kinda cool, although the sets are a bit small. I'm not really interested in them overall. I do find it interesting that they are going to have a Cartoon Network series for it, though.

Edited July 22, 2013 by Trydeltix

[Kopekemaster]

Could it...could it be?The Chosen Theme?

[krikanalo]

intriguing... the building style reminds me of that used for those pokemon sets that were out a while back

[Mr. Cup of Fail]

That look really odd to me but it do look like it something good for kids.

[ObfuscatedCubeEntity]

The joints look like they'll be good for small mecha and for control surfaces on larger models. I can see many, many uses for them.

[Kopekemaster]

After looking a bit closer, I've gleaned this from the promo picture:3 possible elements, Fire, Electricity, and Earth (?), as well as an interesting mix of constraction and regular LEGO construction.

Edited July 22, 2013 by Kopekemaster

[Valendale]

Those tiny ball joints are adorable.

[TuragaNuva]

I'm loving the tiny ball joints. Judging from 'mix' in the name, and the way that all of their arms and legs connected the same way (respectively), maybe it's designed for Galidor-style limb-swapping?-

[Bfahome]

I AM WAY MORE EXCITED THAN I THOUGHT I WOULD BE

 

TINY BALL JOINTS (COULD POSSIBLY USE AS FINGERS??)

[Timelady Gallade]

intriguing... the building style reminds me of that used for those pokemon sets that were out a while back

 

There were pokemon sets?

 

Also, me wanty.

[Meiko]

Corrected teaser site URL: http://www.lego.com/en-us/mixels

 

I've been working on and will continue to work on the Brickipedia article for the theme. I can't wait for further information from both TLG and Cartoon Network. I do have high hopes for the theme and the show. I'm hoping it may be something similar to Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends, although it likely won't. Still, I'm excited. The sets look incredible, fun and playful, which is something I like in LEGO sets. The new pieces too.

[Click]

Seems interesting, I'm loving the new parts. The tiny ball sockets will be great (I wonder if they're comparable with the existing rubber band mount pieces. That would help so much in MOCing), and I see new claw pieces on the red one. The red guy's eyeball ball joints might be fun for some MOCs as well. Can't wait to see further information, and I reall hope it's more than just some figures.EDIT: On further inspection, I also notice the yellow guy's fingers are new as well. Those look like some great pieces. I also see the elemental alignment kopekemaster mentioned, although I'm thinking the tall guy may be metal or something similar.

Edited July 22, 2013 by Click

[Obsessionist]

This is... So weird. But those new joints look very useful, depending on how strong they are. Judging from the red guy's legs I'm betting the bulbs are just the existent Technic bulbs from this type of part. But, of course, with new pieces and sockets!

[Gatanui]

Say what? Okay, they are cute, but this is weird. Let's see what LEGO has in store. I do already spot some neat pieces, though. -Gata

[J46 Nui]

The mini-ball joints have me excited.

[fishers64]

The ball joints look good, but I don't know. Yours truly is not a fan of plate builds.

[Sumiki]

I'm more excited about the promise of pieces that these hold than anything else.

[pikminjake]

I'm excited for this, even though the Cartoon Network part of it (the show) might end up sucking.Lego! You have a deal with Cartoon Network, so why no Adventure Time Lego??!!

[Meiko]

I've got more Mixels information! http://lego.wikia.com/wiki/Mixels

 

There's confirmation of a mobile game, and the Cartoon Network tie-in is a series of shorts that will air on TV and on CartoonNetwork.com. Further information is on the Brickipedia article linked above. There are also going to be three waves of sets!

Edited July 22, 2013 by Meiko

[Lyichir]

I've got more Mixels information! http://lego.wikia.com/wiki/Mixels

 

There's confirmation of a mobile game, and the Cartoon Network tie-in is a series of shorts that will air on TV and on CartoonNetwork.com. Further information is on the Brickipedia article linked above. There are also going to be three waves of sets!

Series of shorts? Called it.

 

Although the mobile game has me more intrigued. Especially if they can manage some Skylanders-like integration of the physical sets.

[Vorahk1Panrahk2]

As others have said, those joints are fantastic. Other than that, I'd probably pass. Maybe that will change when we see more sets, though.

[krikanalo]

 

intriguing... the building style reminds me of that used for those pokemon sets that were out a while back

There were pokemon sets?

yeah. not from lego though (i think they were made by some random no-name company)

[Erebus Toa of Darkness]

I AM WAY MORE EXCITED THAN I THOUGHT I WOULD BE

 

TINY BALL JOINTS (COULD POSSIBLY USE AS FINGERS??)

My... God..... That... is.... BRILLIANT!

 

Now I am slightly more excited.

[Nidhiki of the Shadows]

The mini-ball joints are HOT. These remind me of the old "pod" sets back in like 2005, and I really dug those. So, good news to me!

 

-NotS

Edited July 23, 2013 by Nidhiki of the Shadows

[cerebralTurbulence]

Ooh, mini ball joints. And, if I see correctly, one-stud vertical teeth on the feet of the red one. Yes please.