LEGO LOTR wave 2 discussion

Alcarin · 2013-03-08T17:10:28.000Z

First I wanted to put in in line 1 predictions but i believe that line 2 discussion deserves a special topic for discussion Below I will list the sets and prices for LOTR line 2 coming out in June(?) 79005 The Wizard Battle SRP: $12.99 Pieces: 113 Everyone will buy this set, or multiple so I do not see much use for it in the aftermarket, it looks more iconic and greater use for playset than Gandalf Arrives, but worse for display than a beautifully designed wagon from Gandalf. 79006 The Council of Elrond SRP: $29.99 Pieces: 243 I find this set a potential sleeper, allthough many will buy it, for the special colors of parts, but I think this has huge potential, I really dislike the fact only 3 chairs are designed for the council that like 15 participate, new printings and exclusives of Arwen and Elrond will boost the price easily. 79007 Battle at the Black Gate SRP: $59.99 Pieces: 656 Sucks that it only has 1 tower, i mean come on TLG, way to make us buy two, I predict alot of figures for resale of people who will have double everything (Gandalf, Saurons tongue, Aragorn) 79008 Pirate Ship Ambush SRP: $99.99 Pieces: 756 Apperently proclaimed winner already, (it is a Pirate ship WITHOUT pirates...) is the largest**(Orthanc is UCS?) set of the line, with nearly half less pieces than Helm's Deep from 1st line, ships always did well for LEGO investing, despite this not being a classic Pirate ship of old, it still is Pirate, and it might bring some Pirate fans to the theme. You can view detailed description here: http://animatostudios.blogspot.com/2013/02/2013-lego-lord-of-rings-set-pictures.html *** I am not sure I am allowed to post links to such webpages if not mod feel free to edit it: There is also a set with SRP around 140$ coming out named The Tower of Orthanc. Personally I am rather disappointed with this 2nd line of products/sets we are getting especially Elrond's council and Pirate ship where they tried to put BOTH scenes (ghosts attacking ship full of pirates(ONE) and boarding near Minas Tirith. I think they should put 5 pirates Aragorn and 3 undead instead of another Gimli and Legolas (ok Legolas I can eat up since it is only second time) I was hoping for something from Gondor soldiers, or ithilien rangers to expand my collection, but with those 4 sets, I only have hopes left for Orthanc, and might just only buy 2x Elrond's council for investment.