Hapori Tohu Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Today I am pleased to announce that BZPower has made its first acquisition since Bionicle Zone and Kanohi Power merged all those years ago. Over time we have been investing some of the money we receive from ad revenue and Premier Membership donations, and recently some of those investments yielded impressive returns. With such a large influx of cash, the only logical move was to buy The LEGO Group in its entirety. As the new owners of the company, the BZPower Administration looks forward to bringing you all the quality building toys you've come to know and love over the years. There are still many details to be worked out, and for now both groups will continue to run business as usual until the buyout is completed. As we have more details to share, you can be sure to find them here. Thanks so much to everyone for all your support over the years - we couldn't have done it without you.View the full article News Forums Q&A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShenanAgain Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Well, this is surprising news indeed! I would have never thought that all those premier memberships would have yielded that much but I guess I was wrong. Wow! So what are your plans for the LEGO company? I think you should start with some name changes; no one has nor ever will understand what a LEGO is. Call it "Super Bloks" and I think everyne will get what you're selling. But, of course, that's not my call. I wish you well with your future! There's nothing to fear Your saviors are here This ship is coming down This ship is coming down This ship is coming down Coming down Coming down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dralcax Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 As an official employee of The Lego Group, I can assure you that this is false. We have bought BZPower instead, and will be implementing some drastic changes. Look forward to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samus Aran-Bounty Hunter Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 @Dralcax: Well, you aren't an official employee anymore. You can't talk to under 13-year old people, and I'm sure there's a few that shall read this. So, you just got fired, probs.On topic, this appears to be great news. Perhaps this could mean the revival of all the great themes that didn't need to end, like Exo-Force, Mars Mission, and of course Bionicle. Heh, BBC Contest 6-something: Create a Model for Bionicle's Return! Winner gets to actually make their figure into a set! WHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH APIRL FOOLS IS AWESOME AHAHAHA ALSO NOBODY WILL EVER SEE THIS SO WORLD DOMINATION!Zakaro They call me Zakaro. You should too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a goose Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 The only way that this could be funnier is if it actually turned out to be true.But guess what, guys? It won't.I feel a little like this isn't going to fool anyone. - Indigo Individual [BZPRPG PROFILES] Nikarra - Kaelynn - Ronan - Muir - Donal - Aerus - Montague - Kira - Koura - Learu - Alteora - Fuacht - Caana - Nessen - Merrill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa of Nerds Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Hapori Tohu Lego sets at last! -don't touch my pocket protector Three great comedies at one low, low price....NOTHING! Kicking the Bucket (archived)Three late-middle age matoran think of something they want to do before they kick the bucket. Choose Your Own Bionicle Adventure (archived)Navigate your way through a myriad of meaningless choices as you try to not make a fool of yourself in perhaps the only comedy ever written almost entirely in spoiler tags. Useless BZP Junk that you Must Have!!!Get to your phone, whip out your credit card, and prepare to buy some useless BZPower related junk that has no benefit on society except that you want it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Legendary TNT Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I actually wish this was true, since the idea of BZP buying the intellectual property of LEGO known as BIONICLE has crossed my mind multiple times. Nice try though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valendale Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 So I woke up this mourning to see this. Okay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van Hohenheim Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 fooled me for a while, until my mother told me to look at the date. bravo! Previously known as Aiwendil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makuta Almanax Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 (edited) All I can say is 'if only'. Then again, I'd be happy just buying the molds and machines that made the bits and making bionicle bits in every colour I ever wanted.But in all seriousness, TLG under the control of BZPower would be devastatingly awesome if it ever actually happened. Too bad the former is a multinational multi-billionaire organisation. I actually wish this was true, since the idea of BZP buying the intellectual property of LEGO known as BIONICLE has crossed my mind multiple times. Nice try though! I'd love to see that happen, especially if Greg came along with it. They could say "Well, you're not doing anything with it" Edited April 1, 2013 by Makuta Almanax Current (still-living) BZRPG Characters: LITOZEN (Toa of Sonics) SANCHII (Toa of Air)THENTYLE (Toa of Earth) MALKAN (Ta-Matoran)CELITE (Turaga of Lightning) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P~M Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 @Dralcax: Well, you aren't an official employee anymore. You can't talk to under 13-year old people, and I'm sure there's a few that shall read this. So, you just got fired, probs.On topic, this appears to be great news. Perhaps this could mean the revival of all the great themes that didn't need to end, like Exo-Force, Mars Mission, and of course Bionicle. Heh, BBC Contest 6-something: Create a Model for Bionicle's Return! Winner gets to actually make their figure into a set! WHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH APIRL FOOLS IS AWESOME AHAHAHA ALSO NOBODY WILL EVER SEE THIS SO WORLD DOMINATION!ZakaroDarn you, COPPA! Darn you to heck! I still think "LEGO Renews BIONICLE as Line Reoriented Toward Girls" would've been 10 times better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zacian Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 April Fooled!! I can't believe I was pranked!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHTrilogy Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Oh, very funny joke. It'd be fun to hear if they did for real, though. ~ CHTrilogy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
>_< Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Dudes, no, you're all massively making the wrong assumption here. This is the actual April Fools-prank! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaT in Rogue Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Is this it? The April Fools Day pranks are usually a lot better than just telling people they bought LEGO. That's like going into the street and yelling "I bought all of teh Walmartz!" and then going back inside. "Whether that is right or not...I also...as a Rider...have a wish that I want to fulfill." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatanui Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I saw this coming from a mile away. With BZPower's growing success in the past months, it was bound to happen I'm proud of BZPower for achieving this move. Huge congratulations to the administration! I look forward to seeing how this turns out for both BZPower and LEGO. -Gata - Gata Please don't use my avatar or signature without permission, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ektris Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Doesn't this mean the staff can never post again because they're now restricted by COPPA? Oh what fun that will be! :PI, too, look forward to seeing what new fruit this will bear.~|ET|~ E-T... Phone home. "He walks among us, but he is not one of us." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grantaire Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Oh my word, I almost forgot it was April Fools today until I saw this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljarreau Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Well, many congratulations to BZPower! The highest goal has finally been achieved - Would it now be possible to bring BIONICLE back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taipu1 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Excellent! Will the massive argument whether or not to bring Bionicle back flare up again, with new found realism and possibility? - Taipu1.HighFly MatoranShowdownBZPRPG ProfilesHave you seen my Blog? I understand if you haven't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdaptingChaos Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Oh I was fooled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa of Gallifrey Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 *Crosses fingers for Doctor Who sets that read "April's Fools!"* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. House Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 All hail Hapori Tohu, Lord of LEGO! I occasionally return to BZP for a nostalgic trip back. Hit me up on discord if you need anything. BZPRPG Characters that I will possibly revive, Mons-Shajs-Tarotrix-Aryll Vudigg-Jorruk Yokin-Senavysh Angavur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darcsyde Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Right, and next you'll say that Greg Farshtey is bringing Matoro back from the dead. =P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chols Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 (edited) CAN YOU BRING BACK BIONICLE PLEASE??? !!! Edited April 1, 2013 by Chols Latest MOC: Ol' Dusty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The True Zedd of BZPower Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I'm going to assume that this is the result of a diabolical plot by Hapori Dume, Kim Possible, and Tufi Piyufi to finally overthrow the admins and take over the website Cyan Productions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bominominomu Nemo Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 (edited) It's not as subtle as some, but I love the audacity of this year's prank. Good work, I am glad that I keep visiting this wonderful site. Edited April 1, 2013 by Bominominomu Nemo Do you believe in magic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sybre Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 You had me for about 5 seconds until I realized what day it is. Nice try. You should have seen my reaction! And I kinda wish the prank was true. mindeth the cobwebs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iPenguin Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 And LEGO stock just skyrocketed! Woah! Majhost sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChocolateFrogs Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 This is arguably the best news report on BZPower since Day 1. What better news could B6 possibly bring us? "Brand M" was shutting down?I eagerly await to see what kind of developments come into fruition. -CF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitoshura Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I was expecting an obvious prank(changing the site name) until I saw this. Nice try. profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnmad Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 (edited) I was hoping for a KimPower repeat. Or maybe HFPower. Even worse! =P Anyway, this would have been great because then I'd have several years to see the LMB get ravaged by actual rules. >:-D - Edited April 1, 2013 by Burnmad: Toa of Emoticons Avatar by Brickeens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meiko Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha I woke up in my barely conscious state and saw this and was like mother of god what's gotten into Black Six this time. Then I remembered it was April Fools' Day. -- Meiko - @georgebarnick LUG Ambassador and administrator at Brickipedia News reporter and database administrator at Brickset Administrator at BIONICLEsector01 DISCLAIMER: All opinions and contributions made under this account are based solely on my own personal thoughts and opinions, and in no way represent any of the above groups/entities. If you have any concerns or inquiries about the contributions made under this account, please contact me individually and I will address them with you to the best of my ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ta-metru_defender Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Really glad it worked out. Looking forward to the results. Hand-drawn, bespoke avatar by none other than Mushy the Mushroom. a body adrift in water, salt, and sky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel Beat Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Well, that escalated quickly. ~Avatar's original image was made by the incomparable Egophiliac.~ ~Electronic Manic Supersonic Bionic Energy~~"If I am afraid of criticism, I won't be able to challenge anything new." - BoA~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makuta Almanax Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I'm having trouble telling if other users are going along with it or believe it or what. It's *almost* making the rest of us look like skeptics. Current (still-living) BZRPG Characters: LITOZEN (Toa of Sonics) SANCHII (Toa of Air)THENTYLE (Toa of Earth) MALKAN (Ta-Matoran)CELITE (Turaga of Lightning) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitoshura Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 I'm having trouble telling if other users are going along with it or believe it or what. It's *almost* making the rest of us look like skeptics.Do you believe it, then? profiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mesonak Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Fantastic news! I expect to see BIONICLE back on our shelves by Q1 2014. :) -Mesonak The Three Virtues YouTube Channel ----- ----- Check it out for laughs, discussion, and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Shockwave~ Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 (edited) Oh. yeah. That's today isn't it? Edited April 1, 2013 by ~Shockwave~ 3DS Freind Code: 1693-0634-1082 Name: Joey I also have Mario Kart 7, Animal Crossing: New Leaf, Pokemon Y and Kid Icarus: Uprising PM me to add me. Steam profile Click here for the BZP Destiny Group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avmatoran Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 All hail the new LEGO owners! As we all are a part of BZPower, that means we are all part-owners of LEGO! Bravo to BZP and LEGO for both seeing that this was the right decision to make. "P.S. - That was in massive sarcasm quotes, you fool." -GLADos, Portal 2 Γαρ επιστιμη! Для науки! For science! (Literally, it means "For knowledge", but it can be taken as "For science") Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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