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BobaLUG 2025 Recap From new faces, collaborations and fun times, we wanted thank you for another amazing year! Cheers to the New Year! Sylvoria Builders: @mandalorianmac @blitz_brix @robonut_03 @lego_remat @bigboibricks @hazbazbricks @behold_the_loaf @salamanderbricks @shocktrooper_mocs_13 @the_legoroom @lego.pepijn Guests and other members at Brickworld Chicago @nickthebricklord @horsebricks @fordobuilds @downfallrpg @havocbrickz @ny.builds . @firestartoys 10% discount code - FSBOBALUG @figfablabs 5% discount code - Bobalug @venomcbw 5% discount code - BOBALUG . . . #lego #legorecap #bobalug #newyear #afol

Sylvoria Expanded | Part I Sylvoria is a lush Outer Rim world rich in forests, crystal lakes, and Sylvoride — a rare mineral known for its incredible energy conductivity. The native Sylvorians, a tribal people living in harmony with nature and technology, initially allowed the Empire to mine Sylvoride in exchange for neutrality. But the deal soured. As Imperial operations expanded, the land began to suffer. Sabotage efforts by the Sylvorians escalated into full resistance, leading to forced evictions, resource seizures, and rising civil unrest. Now, with their home-world at stake, the Sylvorians fight to preserve their way of life — and for Sylvoria itself. - “This year, BobaLUG proudly presents Sylvoria Expanded — an evolution of the original collaboration. With new builders and more individualized stories, this chapter deepens the lore of Sylvoria, building beyond the main world into new frontiers and untold narratives. Thank you for being a part of the journey.“ - BobaLUG - Part I is brought to you by Andrew, @lego_remat | Maclean, @mandalorianmac | Matt, @blitz_brix | Owen, @robonut_03 This year, the main build was expanded by 6 baseplates, with the Imperial base getting an overhaul, built by Maclean, Owen and Matt. Andrew expanded on more houses for the village, the bridge and the terrain. - We would like to thank our sponsors @lightmybricks and @bricktactical who have supported us for this project the past 2 years, without them, the detail wouldn’t be as awesome as it is now. - #starwars #legostarwars #lego #andor #bobalug #ghorman #rougeone #legobuild #brickworld #moc

Brickworld Chicago 2025 What an incredible year, so many new faces, experiences, and builds. We want to take a moment to thank everyone, members and fans, for your continued support in BobaLUG’s continued success. Without you, there won’t be no BobaLUG. We also want to congratulate our members @hazbazbricks for winning Best Teen Creation @bigboibricks for winning Best Star Wars @bigboibricks for a nomination on Best Vignette @lego_remat for nomination on Best Small Building We also want to thank @downfallrpg for joining us this year and contributing epic builds and fun times with us. And last but not least, to all the Sylvoria Builders, who made the final chapter of this BobaLUG collaboration a huge success! Builds will be posted soon, so keep your eyes out 👀 Til next year! -BobaLUG #brick #lego #brickworld #chicago #brickworldchicago

Adventures of the Empire Built by our member Steff (@legodarksteff ), this striking snowy scene captures a quiet moment of survival deep within hostile territory. The build combines beautifully textured terrain with subtle storytelling, following a group of Imperial snowtroopers as they move across the frozen landscape. From the layered snow and icy water details to the delicate tree design overhead, every section of the scene feels carefully crafted and atmospheric. The contrast between the harsh white environment and the soft purple tones of the tree helps make the build stand out even more, giving the entire display a unique visual identity. A fantastic mix of worldbuilding, composition, and detail. What’s your favorite part of this scene?

Frontlines: Landfall - Brickworld Chicago 2026 — — Introducing 66th company’s next collab, Frontlines. Frontlines will be a continuation of one store through multiple events, Set on the abandoned Mid rim pirate planet, Aerdo. A Rebel cell has taken refuge on the multi biom planet of Aerdo, Abandoned pirate hideouts and rural villages cover the planet. Since the start of the mid rim retreat, these rebels have been trapped on the world with no fuel to escape, the rest of the rebel fleet has retreated to the outer rim and gone into hiding. And now, the Empire has arrived on Aerdo. — — You can learn more about this collaboration in our discord, link in bio. We hope to see you at Brickworld Chicago 2026! - -Find us @bobalug June 20th-21st - #lego #starwars #legos #legocollab #legostarwars

Snowy Tower House Standing alone in a quiet winter landscape, this tower house by our member Jack (@horsebricks ) captures a cold and isolated atmosphere with subtle storytelling. The textured stonework, soft color variation, and lightly snow-dusted terrain give the build a grounded, realistic feel, while the minimal scene keeps all the focus on the structure itself. Small details—like the scattered grass peeking through the snow—add just enough life to the frozen setting. A simple yet striking build that shows how effective restraint can be. What do you think—would you stay here for a night?

The Battle of Hoth - - This Battle of Hoth moc spans 10 gray baseplates and was built in just over 2 months for the @makerllc “Maker Mindset” YouTube channel launch event - Subscribe to the channel here (https://youtu.be/wuN-O8x6kcw) for a full video showcasing the moc coming together and more future LEGO content - - This was by far the largest project I’ve ever worked on, in size but also in time spent building. Working on a project for 40 hours a week over the span of 2 straight months was an incredible learning experience. I hope you enjoy the moc and there will be some close up shots coming tomorrow so be on the lookout for those. - - - - - #lego #legomoc #starwar #legostarwars

Rebellion Pride A small build with a lot of character, this collaboration by our member Henry (@fordobuilds ) and his friend Cole (@havocbricks ) captures a quiet moment of the Rebellion. Perched on a rocky outcrop, the pilot stands ready with gear in hand, surrounded by subtle details that bring the scene to life. The layered terrain, compact composition, and soft lighting all work together to create a simple yet effective display. Proof that even the smallest builds can tell a story. What’s your favorite detail in this one?

A Stranger’s Arrival Inspired by the historic Château de Fougères in France, Antoine (@the_legoroom ) presents this beautifully crafted castle entrance scene, full of atmosphere and storytelling. The towering stone walls, weathered detailing, and subtle color variation bring a sense of age and realism to the structure, while the surrounding landscape sets the stage for a tense moment—an unknown traveler approaching the gates under the watch of wary guards. From the carefully textured masonry to the lighting accents and minifigure positioning, every detail helps build the feeling that something important is about to unfold. A stunning medieval build that captures both architecture and narrative in one scene. What do you think is happening at the gate?

Fire Station / Emergency Services Built by @bricklegion501 This detailed scene showcases their capabilities, featuring a range of 4x4 and 6x6 wildland fire trucks, tanker units, and support vehicles ready for rapid response. For larger fires, they work closely with the Dutch Air Force, deploying helicopters like the Cougar and Chinook to drop large volumes of water from above. The build also reflects their intensive training operations, from simulated explosions to wildfire response and rescue missions, often carried out alongside local emergency services. A unique and informative build that highlights a lesser-known side of military operations. What detail stands out to you most?

Yavin IV After an earlier attempt didn’t quite go to plan, Owen set out to recreate his original vision of Yavin IV—this time with a redemption arc in mind. Limiting himself to just 24 hours, he brought the concept to life with a layout much closer to what he had originally imagined. Built by @robonut_03 , this scene captures the iconic Rebel base with a compact yet detailed design, blending jungle-covered ruins with Imperial presence. From the structure work to the subtle greenery and clean composition, the build shows how much can be accomplished under pressure. Sometimes a second attempt is all it takes. What do you think—did he nail it?

Rebel Refuelling Station Deep within Kalim’s sandy shrub lands, Saw Gerrera and his Partisans stop at a covert Rebel refuelling station to prepare their modified T-16 Skyhoppers for escape after a series of Kyber crystal raids. But as negotiations unfold, Imperial Death Troopers begin closing in before the rebels can take flight. Built by Harry (@hazbazbricks ), this incredible scene built for @darktimesrpg features a beautifully crafted T-16 Skyhopper with functioning wings, detailed desert terrain, and an immersive rebel outpost packed with storytelling. From the scattered equipment to the unique minifigure lineup, every part of the build helps bring the moment to life. What’s your favorite detail in this build?