This 'Post-Apocalyptic Flight Soldier' LEGO Toy is Custom-Made
Josh Triantafilou — May 5, 2012 — Art & Design
References: flickr & zeitzeugin.net
The Flickr user known as Pedro-79 recently modified a few pieces of plastic to create a wonderfully geeky 'Post-Apocalyptic Flight Soldier' LEGO figurine.
Of course, LEGO is designed to allow almost endless modification; however, Pedro-79 has taken this a step further. Instead of simply mixing and matching a few blocks here and there, the crafty DIY designer went so far as to sculpt pieces of plastic in order to create his post-apocalyptic fighting figurine.
Not only does the diminutive warrior look authentic, it boasts a number of additional features as well. Because of its jointed wings and arms, it can be positioned into action-like poses. It has a custom sculpted opening visor, sculpted armor and modified helmet to complete its end-of-the-world, grim aesthetic. As the icing on the cake, Pedro-79 has adorned the figurine with modified 'Brickarm' weapons.
Of course, LEGO is designed to allow almost endless modification; however, Pedro-79 has taken this a step further. Instead of simply mixing and matching a few blocks here and there, the crafty DIY designer went so far as to sculpt pieces of plastic in order to create his post-apocalyptic fighting figurine.
Not only does the diminutive warrior look authentic, it boasts a number of additional features as well. Because of its jointed wings and arms, it can be positioned into action-like poses. It has a custom sculpted opening visor, sculpted armor and modified helmet to complete its end-of-the-world, grim aesthetic. As the icing on the cake, Pedro-79 has adorned the figurine with modified 'Brickarm' weapons.
Trend Themes
1. Custom-modified Toy Figurines - Opportunity for DIY designers to create unique and personalized toy figurines by sculpting and modifying plastic pieces.
2. Post-apocalyptic Aesthetics - Growing trend of designing toys and collectibles with a gritty and grim post-apocalyptic visual style.
3. Action-poseable Jointed Figures - Increasing popularity of toy figurines with articulated joints, allowing for dynamic and poseable action poses.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity for toy manufacturers to create customizable toy figurines that allow for modification and personalization.
2. 3D Printing - Opportunity for 3D printing businesses to provide customized plastic parts for DIY designers to create their own unique toy figurines.
3. Collectibles Market - Opportunity for collectible manufacturers to tap into the growing demand for post-apocalyptic themed toys and figures in the market.
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