The photograph of the pyramid on the first page when you open the build manual is the wrong bloody pyramid. Then next to it they say the great pyramid of Giza. lol, its actually the pyramid of Khafre. they messed up royally. and then they expect you to buy two of them? eeaakk!
It would be really cool if they came out with the same set, but of the pyramid in it's current condition. That way you could connect them at the back to create a half and half; then/now display.
I actually really prefer it being a half-pyramid. It makes it perfect for a bookshelf-type display, which is where I would want this to be displayed. I do agree that the "buy two sets" gimmick seems like a throw-away feature. Unless the set includes alternate instructions allowing for the other side to be visually different. Then it would be ok.
I agree. And if you put a mirror behind the set on a bookshelf, you get a full pyramid! A really simple and cheap trick to give the illusion of the full monument without having to buy two sets.
@@ash.mystic no, because the back would be fully against the mirror, so you would only see the exterior of the pyramid reflected, giving the illusion of a full pyramid
@@Avery-be8sf thanks, that's what I meant, obviously. It would have to be fully against a mirror, which is no problem, since the back of the set is totally flat.
@@stevenkimdmd buying 2 brings the cost to $260 and at that price I would try to find a way to add it into my modular collection or make it fit an amusment park set.
I really like the idea of building the 7 wonders of the world in Lego. Maybe they could do sets for the Colossus of Rhodes or the Lighthouse of Alexandria, even if it would have to fall back on artist's interpretation of them.
@@wuzeltownphl The Taj Mahal is both a mausoleum and mosque, and is considered one of the wonders of the world. Lego has released two versions of it. Once under the Creator Expert line and again under the Architecture series.
@@jardex2275 yeah but its not operating as an mosque these days. At last there are no churches or famous mosques or any other temples as Lego sets. I think they don't want to favor any religions. Even the Paris skyline set has not famous Notre Dame in it.
What would be even cooler is that if they release instructions for when you buy 2 sets, to assemble them in a better way than simply puting them one against the other, and so ending up with two Nile branch... If the instructions allows you to complete the interior of the pyramid and the village and the Nile into something bigger with two sets, it would be awesome...
My wife is a Lego nut, and every build we do with the kids she marvels over the designer’s ingenuity. While building an engine she’ll ask for the “manifold” piece and I have to look at the instruction sheet to realize she actually wants the “teapot” piece.
You know, that half pyramid build is such a great opportunity for Lego in the future. What if they release a set in the future that portrays the pyramid as it looks today, and again make it half a pyramid, that way you can connect to two and have a really cool “then vs now” sorta thing
That's really cool that they have the tiny sarcophagus in the smaller pyramids. I also kinda like that they cut the big pyramid in half. Makes it a lot easier to display on a shelf... plus the details of the interior on the back side are a nice touch
I'm blown away by this set. I'm so glad they chose to design it around the time period it was first built, otherwise we'd just get a plain tan pyramid. I also don't mind getting only half a pyramid if it meant we were able to get all the details for the city and the river, and I'm glad the option is there to combine two. The option to display the pyramid under construction is also probably my favorite part.
I didn't know that the interior at 3:22 was designed to be the actual pyramid passageways until you explained it. I legitimately thought the shape was meant to resemble a guy running with his arms flailing in the air and was very confused by how Lego approved such a joke.
I actually like that the pyramid is halved because building the whole thing might get very boring after and while and being halved the overall size of the build base is smaller so it can fit on shelves and sit flush against a wall
I like that too. the model is great. However the explanation of the pyramid is typical mainstream narrative. The truth of the matter is that no one knows what they were used for; it's highly unlikely they were tombs though. No mummy ever has been found in one and if you compare the different pyramids (and especially the. complex beneath the pyramids) it's more likely it had a practical use. My best guess is either a food storage place/place of fermenting product or a factory of sorts to produce a product that was very valuable in it's time. This is supported by the granite boxes (they appear to be very different from an actual sarcophagus; just take a look at the one in Djoser, you gonna tell me that's a sarcophagus? I don't think so) in the pyramids of which each pyramid had 1 to max 2, of which even the sealed ones appeared to contain nothing except for some black gue that coated the walls of the granite boxes. It's also known how the were build btw, A French archeologist revealed an internal spiraling ramp to the top of the pyramids with more space at the e corners, probably to turn the blocks.
@@stijnvdv2 What are you on about. I'm studying archaeology and ancient history and I've written an essay about the evolution from early mud mastaba tombs to pyramids. The Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first Egyptian pyramid, shows very clearly how it was originally a mastab tomb with a step pyramid built on top. On top of this there are very often many mastaba tombs built around pyramids. It isn't difficult to deduce what they were for. Most pyramids also have the typical Egyptian tomb layout and make no sense as a work place. They may have been used to store food, though I haven't heard anything about that and it is just speculation. I find that likely only in times of strife since usually temples would be used for storage. I also have no idea what you are talking about when you imply stone sarcophogi are somehow not sarcophogi. You do know many pyramids literally have funerary inscriptions on the walls of the tomb? How is that not glaring evidence about the purpose of pyramids? Also you're being anachronistic when you talk about how a sarcophagus should look like, you have the idea of a new kingdom tomb in mind and if a tomb 1000 years before that looks different it isn't because rituals change over such long periods of time, its because it must be a different thing altogether. I highly recommend you read more on the subject before you spread more misinformation.
This for me is also the first time I'm interested in architecture. The other sets never really interested me, but it looks very awesome. Reminds me of Assassin's Creed Origins. The Egypt in that game was just as gorgeous
To be honest I had a wtf moment when I first heard there will be a Lego pyramid and a even bigger wtf moment when I heard it will be a half pyramid. But now everything makes sense. This set looks really good both in proportions and detail. I really like it and I think I'm going to buy it. As someone mentioned before, the half pyramid design is perfect for displaying it on a shelf.
I really hope they continue with the seven wonders, and release a colossus of rhodes, hanging gardens of babylon, mausoleum at halicarnassus, statue of zeus at olympia, temple of artemis at ephesus and lighthouse of alexandria
i like the white house architecture set because its amazing on a shelf, and a real eye-catcher if you change a few small things, like moving where the flag is so it fits on your shelf
I think it makes sense to only do half a pyramid. First of all, I didn't even notice it before you said it, and I can only assume it makes it easier to place as it would otherwise be huge. And as you pointed out, you can always get another set to build the other half if you reeeeally want it. It's definitely one of the prettier looking architecture sets and reminds me mostly of a lot of the impressive AFOL builds you see at gatherings
I think LEGO needs to do a giant Mont St Michel architecture set (5000+ pieces). Imagine how amazing that could look. Tiago, could you pull some strings through your connections?
@@fritz404 They do have Monkie Kid were they have the new Heavenly Realm set, and in the show Monkey King is referred to as "equal to heaven itself", So you never know.
This is an interesting route for the architecture line to go down, I’d very much like them to carry on with this, doing perhaps larger sets rather than skylines and small buildings.
One could perhaps place a mirror behind the pyramid, which would give the effect of a whole pyramid and without having to buy two. It also saves space.
This really reminds me of the Civ 6 wonder construction complete cutscene and I love it for it. The price is a bit steep and I don't have a good place to display even the half so I'm probably not picking this up despite how freaking beautiful this is, so fingers crossed this will be just the pioneer of many great sets to come.
I actually really like the fact that it's half a pyramid with a front decor thing. It's a very beautiful piece and it will probably be the first architecture set I'll buy!
At least double as good as I could ever have expected half a pyramid to be! Just the pyramid would be rather boring, but all of the detail around and inside it makes it a lot more interesting. Well done!
*I would have loved if they included a whole Pyramid, not just a half of it. It looks quite good though, I really like the idea of how it opens up, that's amazing!*
I might be in the minority but I’m glad that it’s only a half pyramid, means I can actually display it on my shelf. Also I’d imagine a full pyramid would probably knock this set up way past £200
what you could do is take the top white part of the pyramid off and put it on a black base to match the rest but you could put it on the back side of the tan under pyramid and make it look like one side is piling off to show the under side or how it was made. i just thought it would be cool and you might have the parts to make a black base.and great review!
Really well edited, I like the way you show us the building process. Very nice set! I would display it as a half built structure by building the interior and then add a few bottom rows of white slopes ;D.
Now that they are upping their game in the Architecture department with larger-scale builds, I would like to see other such structures such as a Ziggurat from Meso-America, or perhaps the Chinese Terracotta army.
architecture is actually one of my favorites themes. i just love the fact that i can build things i have seen or want to see irl. for example i just built the statue of liberty cuz i’m going in june
I'm not interested in ancient Egypt at all (it's cool, just not my thing), but this set looks incredible and I completely agree that this is the first architecture set that I've wanted to buy. P.S. - I unironically love the half-pyramid design. I think it's really cool to see the passages.
As a Lego expert, could you please explain certain strange design choices? Why some elements inside have vivid colours not matching the set? Why on few occasion a yellow round brick was used and not just a colour matching squared brick instead? And finally, what is this lonely small red pole sticking up on the back of the model completely hidden under the pyramid for?
Saw this and immediately loved it, it’s so different compared to the other architecture sets. A highlight is the range of pieces used, really unique ideas on this one especially the interior details. Great review! Exactly what i was thinking 😁
It would be cool if they did this type of building for other older buildings of what they look like back in ancient times like the Colosseum when it was first built. And some of the Greek temples.
There is actually a lot of great details with this set, the original pyramid color was white because the original outside stones were limestone with a gold cap. The little waving sand dunes on side is a nice touch, overall this is a very creative set, now if they could only create the Colossus of Rhodes we could be close to having all of the seven wonders of the ancient world in Lego form.
From what I know, the great pyramid was actually not a tomb, as there is no evidence that clearly dictates this. Besides that this looks like one of the best architecture sets to be be released as of yet
Had heard nothing but bad comments about this set and I wanted to actually see it to make up my own mind, so after see your review and seeing how magnificent it’s going to look I’m 💯 looking forward to buying and building this one, fantastic reviews as always 👍🏼 keep up the good work mate. All the best from your Aussie 🇦🇺🦘 fan of the channel
@Real Aiglon Khufu’s body was place in the great pyramid but it is disputed that he did not build it just took it over as his. There were a couple others buried under in the subterranean chambers but these were exceptions not the rule. There are many pyramids but burial was largely in the valley of the kings.
Pyramids were popular among kings of Old Kingdom, while in Middle and New Kingdom they didn’t bother themselves with buildings of that scale and they built their tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Khufu (who built the Giza Pyramid for himself) was the king during the Old Kingdom and the external stone sarcophagus is actually still in the pyramid. But the problems is that his tomb (pyramid is a tomb) was robbed and that’s the reason why his body and internal sarcophagus did not preserve. And it’s not only the case with pyramids. The majority of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings are robbed too, some even during Ancient Egypt itself and there are quite a lot of tombs without bodies though hieroglyphs on the walls point to exact ruler who was supposed to be there. Tutankhamun’s tomb is among extremely rare case of absolutely intact tomb due to the reason that it was well hidden and was discovered by accident only in early 20th century when the Egyptians started being extremely careful with their heritage and that prevented criminals from robbing the tomb.
@@vampireintheopera8931 I find it difficult to believe that with precision only found in today's technology that they cut all that stone with bronze tools. The lazer like straight and presice cuts, corner cuts that are diffucult by the masons of today, thousands of tons of the hardest granite from 100 miles away,all this in 20 years. Just to burry a king... I don't claim I know anything, no aliens or bs like that, but the narrative we have is missing something.
@@vampireintheopera8931 I find it interesting that Tesla built his Warden Cliff tower project by studying the pyramids. He backward engineered his own version of a massive electrical transfer device from its example. Maybe he was such a genius it simple inspired him in other ways, maybe he was screwing with people to keep the secrets of his invention from being known. When a man as smart as he is says it's an energy converter and builds his own and proves it I lean to his explanation. Has anyone ever even cut one whole stone block with the bronze tools that they said it was done with? No sarcophagus, no proof the tools at the time could produce the results, while the other guy shoots lightning into the air with his hypothesis. Something is missing from the story of our history.
Wow this is nice, Lego really nailed it i just wished it was a full pyramid. i would totally buy this but I am broke lol and Tiago really is one of the best Lego youtubers hes videos are so simple but perfect good work Tiago!
As a fan of the LEGO Architecture series, when I heard about the rumors of this set I was kind of like “why…?” But man has this surprised me in the best of ways. I can’t wait to get my hands on this! It looks like a gorgeous display piece, and the attention to detail is astounding!
Would love to see historical cities being Lego Architecture sets. I am now building the Himeji Castle, and I love it! I loved the pyramid, and now I will collect all Lego Architecture sets that will be released. I honestly am praying to have a historical Aztec or Mayan building to someday release.
Half a pyramid for full price 🤭Anyways, it looks really interesting and after your review I'm really considering to buy it although I was skeptical at first.
I actually appreciate that's it's half of a pyramid. It's got great detail that keeps the price down, and you can display it up against a wall. A whole pyramid that size would nearly double the price and would be very difficult for a lot of people to display. I think this was handled properly.
With the Egyptian themed hero, Moon Knight, having made his debut, I hope Lego gives him some sets. Seriously, the Disney+ shows are too good to no have sets made.
The longer I've thought about it, the more I'm glad they made half a pyramid. More affordable, easier to display, and if you really want a complete pyramid, and have the $$$... well it is LEGO, you can easily complete the rest yourself!
Great review and super interesting direction for LEGO architecture! If you disagree, you're in de Nile. I mean, you gotta believe this set will certainly appeal to AFOL and old ... Gizas.
4:08 Well we kinda have figured out how the pyramids where build. the base was made out of natural rock, carved and brought over to make the foundation. The other bricks however are made out of an ancient type of concrete, hence explaining why the blocks are perfectly level and you can not even get a piece of paper between the blocks. The person who discovered this proceeded to collect the ingredients, make the recipe and had it analyzed between an actual piece of the pyramide. The results show it matched, and the 2 samples where indistinguishable from each other. However, because this would mean that the eqyptians didn't magically cut rocks with more precision than modern day machinery, it would lead to the mystery and magic being lost. Hence the people who have made a whole career out of researching the pyramids, reject the concrete theory and all it's proof, because it would cost them their jobs.
I've never been big into Lego, but I just recently saw this set in my local department store. And being an African-American with a strong interest in the Motherland, I made the immediate decision to make this my first major Lego purchase. And I completely agree with your assessment; they should have given us a full pyramid for the price. But what strikes me is really odd, is that they never followed up on the idea of selling half of a pyramid even though they gave us the option of adding onto it. In the year or more that this set has apparently existed, I know that they've heard the feedback of people who would love to have a back-end to the structure. And the fact that they never released an adjoining set that (instead of displaying the river and the two smaller familial pyramids) has more foliage, buildings to suggest the city beyond and a cart or two along a road. Maybe even a camel. Money is the great motivator. So I don't imagine that they left this idea on the cutting-room floor lightly seeing as how collectors and enthusiasts would find a way to afford it. I wonder why I never happened.
The hanging gardens would have to be an artist's interpretation, since there are no ruins left to determine what it looks like, or if it was real in the first place.
I am so excited by this set, and can't wait for it to be released to buy in NZ. I think it is my favourite lego set so far. I would love to see more temples, and yes, perhaps the 7 wonders of the world as well.
Wow what a tease with the half pyramid! But to have both finished/under construction version of the pyramid is amazing. BUT I rather have a full size pyramid.
Honestly, I mirror the opening sentiment; this is gorgeous and looks like a fun build you can really get into by yourself, or as a group, and some of the previous sets seemed rather low effort and expensive.
Very clever to cut the pyramid in half. It would either have been a much smaller pyramid for the same price or double the price, so now people can choose whether they consider it worth expanding or not.
I really really want additional sets themed on this Nile build that you could place along your shelf. I don't need the back half, I need more temples and other riverside structures! Wider display, not deeper~
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@@shichilaofa explain💀
The photograph of the pyramid on the first page when you open the build manual is the wrong bloody pyramid. Then next to it they say the great pyramid of Giza. lol, its actually the pyramid of Khafre. they messed up royally. and then they expect you to buy two of them? eeaakk!
@@slashr406 Legos are cringe when you stand on them! ha ha
@@ChickenDeranged do you mean legos are painful when stood on?
It would be really cool if they came out with the same set, but of the pyramid in it's current condition. That way you could connect them at the back to create a half and half; then/now display.
now THAT would justify it being only half a pyramid in my opinion
That would be cool!
Great idea! That would look awesome: Then and now
Or the other half WITH a Sphinx?
@@Undrave idk man, it is only LOOSELY connected to the pyramids
I actually really prefer it being a half-pyramid. It makes it perfect for a bookshelf-type display, which is where I would want this to be displayed. I do agree that the "buy two sets" gimmick seems like a throw-away feature. Unless the set includes alternate instructions allowing for the other side to be visually different. Then it would be ok.
I agree. And if you put a mirror behind the set on a bookshelf, you get a full pyramid! A really simple and cheap trick to give the illusion of the full monument without having to buy two sets.
@@luisdireito if you put a mirror behind it then you’ll see the pyramid sliced in half with the passageway, not exterior,
@@ash.mystic no, because the back would be fully against the mirror, so you would only see the exterior of the pyramid reflected, giving the illusion of a full pyramid
@@Avery-be8sf thanks, that's what I meant, obviously. It would have to be fully against a mirror, which is no problem, since the back of the set is totally flat.
@@ash.mystic ??????????
This has completely surpassed my expectations despite only being half of a pyramid! Great review as always
🤔 - Yup
Big deal. Buy two and make it complete.
@@stevenkimdmd buying 2 brings the cost to $260 and at that price I would try to find a way to add it into my modular collection or make it fit an amusment park set.
To bad its not a Tomb and helping spread that lie is BS
@@SpaceRanger187 So what is it then?
I really like the idea of building the 7 wonders of the world in Lego. Maybe they could do sets for the Colossus of Rhodes or the Lighthouse of Alexandria, even if it would have to fall back on artist's interpretation of them.
The hanging Gardens of Babylon would be an insane and beautiful build
Will not happen since LEGO don't do religious buildings. 7 World Wonders has two pagan temples in it.
@@wuzeltownphl The Taj Mahal is both a mausoleum and mosque, and is considered one of the wonders of the world. Lego has released two versions of it. Once under the Creator Expert line and again under the Architecture series.
@@wuzeltownphl The Pyramids are literally tombs for god kings and were religious in nature. Plus, this set has two mortuary temples.
@@jardex2275 yeah but its not operating as an mosque these days. At last there are no churches or famous mosques or any other temples as Lego sets. I think they don't want to favor any religions. Even the Paris skyline set has not famous Notre Dame in it.
I can’t wait to set up some transformers like Devastator, Optimus Prime, and The Fallen on top of the Pyramid.
Good idea!
Interesting 🤔 idea, would luv to see it when ur done doing it mate 👍🏼 I’m a big fan of TF’s too
Theres going to be a transforming Optimus set released in june
And at the same time, have Indiana Jones be crushed by a huge boulder inside of it.
I am pretty sure Pharao Kufo´s ultimate goal was to one day be immortalized in a Lego set. Props to him.
What would be even cooler is that if they release instructions for when you buy 2 sets, to assemble them in a better way than simply puting them one against the other, and so ending up with two Nile branch... If the instructions allows you to complete the interior of the pyramid and the village and the Nile into something bigger with two sets, it would be awesome...
I don't think that will be happening unfortunately.
Well, maybe we will get it as a proposition by someone who bought two? ( I know, little chances of it happening, but hope is allowed XD )
one word: rebrickable, someone will do it, may need 3 or 4 sets worth of pieces :)
@@richardjulien1329 I think the chances for that are actually very high. Just look out for MOCs in the next weeks. ;)
Rebrickable will have you covered, by the time this set releases to the public.
I love the detail on the back of the pyramid! (Even if it’s only half of one, haha) Fantastic review as always, thanks!
Thank you!! More to come :)
Didn't expect you to be here I watch your videos btw
@TheStarFishy I’m subscribed to you and Tiago
You’re here!? Incredible
i love your vids
That little trick with using grills as windows is exactly the kind of Lego design creativity that always amazes me
My wife is a Lego nut, and every build we do with the kids she marvels over the designer’s ingenuity. While building an engine she’ll ask for the “manifold” piece and I have to look at the instruction sheet to realize she actually wants the “teapot” piece.
You know, that half pyramid build is such a great opportunity for Lego in the future.
What if they release a set in the future that portrays the pyramid as it looks today, and again make it half a pyramid, that way you can connect to two and have a really cool “then vs now” sorta thing
Bruh
You could actually do that right now! Just gotta source the pieces. With the instructions as a guide, it shouldn't be too hard to do!
This feels like so much more of a meaningful architects set than what they've been coming out with. Definitely a win for Lego
That's really cool that they have the tiny sarcophagus in the smaller pyramids.
I also kinda like that they cut the big pyramid in half. Makes it a lot easier to display on a shelf... plus the details of the interior on the back side are a nice touch
I'm blown away by this set. I'm so glad they chose to design it around the time period it was first built, otherwise we'd just get a plain tan pyramid. I also don't mind getting only half a pyramid if it meant we were able to get all the details for the city and the river, and I'm glad the option is there to combine two. The option to display the pyramid under construction is also probably my favorite part.
This set surpassed half my expectations. Such a semi-masterpiece of building techniques. I might get it at 50% off.
Wait how would you get it 50 percent off?
@Top Trunks half a good gaming chair
It is already 50% off ;)
@@adrianpopa6213 because you only get half a pyramid?
@@donkremer6019 oh yeah
Wow. This Lego set really caught my eye. So many details with creative pieces and small builds, I’m super jealous!
I didn't know that the interior at 3:22 was designed to be the actual pyramid passageways until you explained it. I legitimately thought the shape was meant to resemble a guy running with his arms flailing in the air and was very confused by how Lego approved such a joke.
Good to know that I wasn't the only moron who thought that
lol
I actually like that the pyramid is halved because building the whole thing might get very boring after and while and being halved the overall size of the build base is smaller so it can fit on shelves and sit flush against a wall
I like that too. the model is great. However the explanation of the pyramid is typical mainstream narrative. The truth of the matter is that no one knows what they were used for; it's highly unlikely they were tombs though. No mummy ever has been found in one and if you compare the different pyramids (and especially the. complex beneath the pyramids) it's more likely it had a practical use. My best guess is either a food storage place/place of fermenting product or a factory of sorts to produce a product that was very valuable in it's time. This is supported by the granite boxes (they appear to be very different from an actual sarcophagus; just take a look at the one in Djoser, you gonna tell me that's a sarcophagus? I don't think so) in the pyramids of which each pyramid had 1 to max 2, of which even the sealed ones appeared to contain nothing except for some black gue that coated the walls of the granite boxes. It's also known how the were build btw, A French archeologist revealed an internal spiraling ramp to the top of the pyramids with more space at the e corners, probably to turn the blocks.
@@stijnvdv2 healing chambers using sound/acoustics or power plants
Pyramids are called pyramids for a reason: because they’re shaped like pyramids. Selling this as a pyramid is false advertising.
@@generalgrafx I have a boutique hotel... wanna stay in it?
@@stijnvdv2 What are you on about. I'm studying archaeology and ancient history and I've written an essay about the evolution from early mud mastaba tombs to pyramids. The Pyramid of Djoser, which is the first Egyptian pyramid, shows very clearly how it was originally a mastab tomb with a step pyramid built on top. On top of this there are very often many mastaba tombs built around pyramids. It isn't difficult to deduce what they were for. Most pyramids also have the typical Egyptian tomb layout and make no sense as a work place. They may have been used to store food, though I haven't heard anything about that and it is just speculation. I find that likely only in times of strife since usually temples would be used for storage. I also have no idea what you are talking about when you imply stone sarcophogi are somehow not sarcophogi. You do know many pyramids literally have funerary inscriptions on the walls of the tomb? How is that not glaring evidence about the purpose of pyramids? Also you're being anachronistic when you talk about how a sarcophagus should look like, you have the idea of a new kingdom tomb in mind and if a tomb 1000 years before that looks different it isn't because rituals change over such long periods of time, its because it must be a different thing altogether. I highly recommend you read more on the subject before you spread more misinformation.
This for me is also the first time I'm interested in architecture. The other sets never really interested me, but it looks very awesome. Reminds me of Assassin's Creed Origins. The Egypt in that game was just as gorgeous
I was thinking the same thing
To be honest I had a wtf moment when I first heard there will be a Lego pyramid and a even bigger wtf moment when I heard it will be a half pyramid.
But now everything makes sense. This set looks really good both in proportions and detail. I really like it and I think I'm going to buy it.
As someone mentioned before, the half pyramid design is perfect for displaying it on a shelf.
I really hope they continue with the seven wonders, and release a colossus of rhodes, hanging gardens of babylon, mausoleum at halicarnassus, statue of zeus at olympia, temple of artemis at ephesus and lighthouse of alexandria
i like the white house architecture set because its amazing on a shelf, and a real eye-catcher if you change a few small things, like moving where the flag is so it fits on your shelf
I think it makes sense to only do half a pyramid. First of all, I didn't even notice it before you said it, and I can only assume it makes it easier to place as it would otherwise be huge. And as you pointed out, you can always get another set to build the other half if you reeeeally want it. It's definitely one of the prettier looking architecture sets and reminds me mostly of a lot of the impressive AFOL builds you see at gatherings
I completely agree with that!
I think LEGO needs to do a giant Mont St Michel architecture set (5000+ pieces). Imagine how amazing that could look. Tiago, could you pull some strings through your connections?
I'm pretty sure LEGO may have a "No Christianity" design policy
@@fritz404 They do have Monkie Kid were they have the new Heavenly Realm set, and in the show Monkey King is referred to as "equal to heaven itself", So you never know.
While it's not LEGO, Bluebrixx does have a 3077 Pieces Mont St Michel
While I would love to see it, aswell as a Sagrada familia one, I believe no religious builds are allowed as official sets
@@danielolondrizrosique1120 not true they made a mosque multiple times
This is an interesting route for the architecture line to go down, I’d very much like them to carry on with this, doing perhaps larger sets rather than skylines and small buildings.
Maybe Taj Mahal was the first one going this way, we just didn't notice!
Yeah, I'd like too see some big architecture builds as well
They definitely need to make the Greek Parthenon during it's glory days next.
7 ancient wonders would be amazing.
@@andrewj1754 Especially the Gardens of
Babylon
*its glory days
Really want to see a Greek Parthenon/ ancient Athens build in this style!
Wonders of the Ancient World would be a great Architecture sub-theme
Akropolis
What, half a Parthenon?
That stair technique is brilliant! Surprisingly good set
One could perhaps place a mirror behind the pyramid, which would give the effect of a whole pyramid and without having to buy two. It also saves space.
Nope
How high were you when you wrote this comment
No.... That would just show you the back the pyramid.....
@@NirateGoel thats not how mirrors work. If its pushed right up against it you won't see the back at all
@@themcking5987 Well duh, but they just said behind the pyramid, not that the pyramid would be pushed up against the mirror....
This really reminds me of the Civ 6 wonder construction complete cutscene and I love it for it. The price is a bit steep and I don't have a good place to display even the half so I'm probably not picking this up despite how freaking beautiful this is, so fingers crossed this will be just the pioneer of many great sets to come.
I actually really like the fact that it's half a pyramid with a front decor thing. It's a very beautiful piece and it will probably be the first architecture set I'll buy!
At least double as good as I could ever have expected half a pyramid to be! Just the pyramid would be rather boring, but all of the detail around and inside it makes it a lot more interesting. Well done!
*I would have loved if they included a whole Pyramid, not just a half of it. It looks quite good though, I really like the idea of how it opens up, that's amazing!*
True, but the set is already 140€ so doubling that would make it almost 300€ a price point a lot of people are not willing to spend
I bought this yesterday and it fits since I like historical structures.
The details and front area look amazing! Not gonna lie though the reveal of only half a pyramid took me by suprise
Right?!!! :D
I'm definitely gonna be getting this set. Architecture sets are my favorite to build, the larger ones like this and not the smaller skyline sets.
I might be in the minority but I’m glad that it’s only a half pyramid, means I can actually display it on my shelf. Also I’d imagine a full pyramid would probably knock this set up way past £200
what you could do is take the top white part of the pyramid off and put it on a black base to match the rest but you could put it on the back side of the tan under pyramid and make it look like one side is piling off to show the under side or how it was made. i just thought it would be cool and you might have the parts to make a black base.and great review!
This set is very nice. I really want to own it
Same
I love that in the video picture it shows how he actually feels about it
Really well edited, I like the way you show us the building process. Very nice set! I would display it as a half built structure by building the interior and then add a few bottom rows of white slopes ;D.
I'm excited for this one too. Love the approach, the half pyramid, the color scheme, and the construction underneath.
Now that they are upping their game in the Architecture department with larger-scale builds, I would like to see other such structures such as a Ziggurat from Meso-America, or perhaps the Chinese Terracotta army.
The terracotta army sounds a little tedious
@@BrandoCommando793 sounds like a base plate a bunch of similar looking minifigs lol
Actually, ziggurats are Mesopotamian, not Mesoamerican.
architecture is actually one of my favorites themes. i just love the fact that i can build things i have seen or want to see irl. for example i just built the statue of liberty cuz i’m going in june
I'm not interested in ancient Egypt at all (it's cool, just not my thing), but this set looks incredible and I completely agree that this is the first architecture set that I've wanted to buy.
P.S. - I unironically love the half-pyramid design. I think it's really cool to see the passages.
As a Lego expert, could you please explain certain strange design choices? Why some elements inside have vivid colours not matching the set? Why on few occasion a yellow round brick was used and not just a colour matching squared brick instead? And finally, what is this lonely small red pole sticking up on the back of the model completely hidden under the pyramid for?
Saw this and immediately loved it, it’s so different compared to the other architecture sets. A highlight is the range of pieces used, really unique ideas on this one especially the interior details. Great review! Exactly what i was thinking 😁
It would be cool if they did this type of building for other older buildings of what they look like back in ancient times like the Colosseum when it was first built. And some of the Greek temples.
Well, this was unexpected! I also kind of like the water effect, lacks the usual flashiness, but makes it very interesting to look at imho…
It was food poisoning? I thought it was murder!
There is actually a lot of great details with this set, the original pyramid color was white because the original outside stones were limestone with a gold cap. The little waving sand dunes on side is a nice touch, overall this is a very creative set, now if they could only create the Colossus of Rhodes we could be close to having all of the seven wonders of the ancient world in Lego form.
From what I know, the great pyramid was actually not a tomb, as there is no evidence that clearly dictates this. Besides that this looks like one of the best architecture sets to be be released as of yet
It was a tomb, but it could have had another use or two as well, like a primitive observatory
Had heard nothing but bad comments about this set and I wanted to actually see it to make up my own mind, so after see your review and seeing how magnificent it’s going to look I’m 💯 looking forward to buying and building this one, fantastic reviews as always 👍🏼 keep up the good work mate. All the best from your Aussie 🇦🇺🦘 fan of the channel
No sarcophagus was ever found in any pyramid, they were not tombs. All Pharoahs found buried in the valley of the kings.
@Real Aiglon Who's then please.
@Real Aiglon Khufu’s body was place in the great pyramid but it is disputed that he did not build it just took it over as his. There were a couple others buried under in the subterranean chambers but these were exceptions not the rule. There are many pyramids but burial was largely in the valley of the kings.
Pyramids were popular among kings of Old Kingdom, while in Middle and New Kingdom they didn’t bother themselves with buildings of that scale and they built their tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Khufu (who built the Giza Pyramid for himself) was the king during the Old Kingdom and the external stone sarcophagus is actually still in the pyramid. But the problems is that his tomb (pyramid is a tomb) was robbed and that’s the reason why his body and internal sarcophagus did not preserve. And it’s not only the case with pyramids. The majority of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings are robbed too, some even during Ancient Egypt itself and there are quite a lot of tombs without bodies though hieroglyphs on the walls point to exact ruler who was supposed to be there. Tutankhamun’s tomb is among extremely rare case of absolutely intact tomb due to the reason that it was well hidden and was discovered by accident only in early 20th century when the Egyptians started being extremely careful with their heritage and that prevented criminals from robbing the tomb.
@@vampireintheopera8931 I find it difficult to believe that with precision only found in today's technology that they cut all that stone with bronze tools. The lazer like straight and presice cuts, corner cuts that are diffucult by the masons of today, thousands of tons of the hardest granite from 100 miles away,all this in 20 years. Just to burry a king... I don't claim I know anything, no aliens or bs like that, but the narrative we have is missing something.
@@vampireintheopera8931 I find it interesting that Tesla built his Warden Cliff tower project by studying the pyramids. He backward engineered his own version of a massive electrical transfer device from its example. Maybe he was such a genius it simple inspired him in other ways, maybe he was screwing with people to keep the secrets of his invention from being known. When a man as smart as he is says it's an energy converter and builds his own and proves it I lean to his explanation. Has anyone ever even cut one whole stone block with the bronze tools that they said it was done with? No sarcophagus, no proof the tools at the time could produce the results, while the other guy shoots lightning into the air with his hypothesis. Something is missing from the story of our history.
All ya need is the Sphinx set made up.
That's a cool set though.
Wow this is nice, Lego really nailed it i just wished it was a full pyramid. i would totally buy this but I am broke lol and Tiago really is one of the best Lego youtubers hes videos are so simple but perfect good work Tiago!
Thank you 🤗
actually, would be really cool to do the 3 pyramids, with the Sphinx too :) would take 7 or 8 sets worth of bricks though
@@bimmerfan2126 what
I think this is the most beautiful set Lego has ever made. maybe due to my interest in architecture and Egyptian history. I am drooling over this set.
Oh, this looks so cool! I wish they would do the Sphinx next.
omg haha the great half pyramid of Giza! But also timely because of moonknight!
As a fan of the LEGO Architecture series, when I heard about the rumors of this set I was kind of like “why…?” But man has this surprised me in the best of ways. I can’t wait to get my hands on this! It looks like a gorgeous display piece, and the attention to detail is astounding!
My thoughts exactly though I never really cared about the theme up until this point! Can't wait for whats to come!
How the Pyramids were built, they had whipes, massive massive whips!
This is probably the closest thing we will get to a LEGO moon Knight set
You then have to add some Chima minifigs: Cragger for Hamit, and Voom Voom for Konshu
Oh wow, this actually looks cool. This may be the first Architecture set I buy.
That's an incredible set
Agreed!
Would love to see historical cities being Lego Architecture sets. I am now building the Himeji Castle, and I love it! I loved the pyramid, and now I will collect all Lego Architecture sets that will be released. I honestly am praying to have a historical Aztec or Mayan building to someday release.
Half a pyramid for full price 🤭Anyways, it looks really interesting and after your review I'm really considering to buy it although I was skeptical at first.
Ive never been in Giza but after your video it calls me to follow watch pyramids 🤩
LEGO Stonehenge would be amazing and I would definitely get it.
wow, this sets super cool and interesting with all the small details you wouldn’t catch unless you built it or were shown.
140€ for 1/2 of a pyramid, nah
Just buy another one and make it full
I actually appreciate that's it's half of a pyramid. It's got great detail that keeps the price down, and you can display it up against a wall. A whole pyramid that size would nearly double the price and would be very difficult for a lot of people to display. I think this was handled properly.
With the Egyptian themed hero, Moon Knight, having made his debut, I hope Lego gives him some sets.
Seriously, the Disney+ shows are too good to no have sets made.
but it is Disney, they are not doing a great job at marketing merch for some of their most popular IP's sadly :/
The longer I've thought about it, the more I'm glad they made half a pyramid. More affordable, easier to display, and if you really want a complete pyramid, and have the $$$... well it is LEGO, you can easily complete the rest yourself!
Great review and super interesting direction for LEGO architecture! If you disagree, you're in de Nile.
I mean, you gotta believe this set will certainly appeal to AFOL and old ... Gizas.
The leaping cat on the back is cool!
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Well we kinda have figured out how the pyramids where build.
the base was made out of natural rock, carved and brought over to make the foundation.
The other bricks however are made out of an ancient type of concrete, hence explaining why the blocks are perfectly level and you can not even get a piece of paper between the blocks.
The person who discovered this proceeded to collect the ingredients, make the recipe and had it analyzed between an actual piece of the pyramide.
The results show it matched, and the 2 samples where indistinguishable from each other.
However, because this would mean that the eqyptians didn't magically cut rocks with more precision than modern day machinery, it would lead to the mystery and magic being lost. Hence the people who have made a whole career out of researching the pyramids, reject the concrete theory and all it's proof, because it would cost them their jobs.
Not concrete. Please turn to real experts for knowledge instead to “history” channel and tinfoilers.
“Look at that subtle off white colouring, the tasteful thickness of it. Oh my god it even has a watermark.”
This set is quite immersive. You need to be as wealthy as Khufu to build a full pyramid - great attention to detail right there.
Nice review btw! :)
I've never been big into Lego, but I just recently saw this set in my local department store. And being an African-American with a strong interest in the Motherland, I made the immediate decision to make this my first major Lego purchase. And I completely agree with your assessment; they should have given us a full pyramid for the price.
But what strikes me is really odd, is that they never followed up on the idea of selling half of a pyramid even though they gave us the option of adding onto it. In the year or more that this set has apparently existed, I know that they've heard the feedback of people who would love to have a back-end to the structure. And the fact that they never released an adjoining set that (instead of displaying the river and the two smaller familial pyramids) has more foliage, buildings to suggest the city beyond and a cart or two along a road. Maybe even a camel.
Money is the great motivator. So I don't imagine that they left this idea on the cutting-room floor lightly seeing as how collectors and enthusiasts would find a way to afford it.
I wonder why I never happened.
it would be really cool if they made the 7 wonders of the world, such as The Lighthouse of Alexandria or The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Ankor Wat, the Parthenon. Yeah, loving this direction.
The hanging gardens would have to be an artist's interpretation, since there are no ruins left to determine what it looks like, or if it was real in the first place.
Could you do a video on sets with the best building experiences
If it’s not above $120 guess whose collection this is going into
Yeah same if it’s under $120
Under $210 then? Who will notice a simple inversion of two number so close to each other? XD
It’s 130
It's 129$
@@TiagoCatarino That’s alright an extra $9 couldn’t hurt could it?
Definitely going to get one...... ONE. I don't really see the point in getting a second set if it is just a mirrored image.
Nobody was ever buried in any pyramid, and they were N O T tombs.
Awesome. Found my next Lego purchase. I might even get 2 and make it a full pyramid
I am so excited by this set, and can't wait for it to be released to buy in NZ. I think it is my favourite lego set so far. I would love to see more temples, and yes, perhaps the 7 wonders of the world as well.
Nice video. I want a review to the medieval castle. Sorry for the english but I'm italian
Just wow! This is really good set. I usually do not like much the architecture series, only "not bad" like, but this one is amazing.
Wow what a tease with the half pyramid! But to have both finished/under construction version of the pyramid is amazing. BUT I rather have a full size pyramid.
Definitely displaying this on a bookshelf with a mirror behind
Honestly, I mirror the opening sentiment; this is gorgeous and looks like a fun build you can really get into by yourself, or as a group, and some of the previous sets seemed rather low effort and expensive.
This year I'm waiting for -
Lego Ferrari 1:8 scale, transformers optimus prime, Hulkbuster V2 , creator expert Eiffel Tower and UCS Razor crest 🔥🔥🔥
Very clever to cut the pyramid in half. It would either have been a much smaller pyramid for the same price or double the price, so now people can choose whether they consider it worth expanding or not.
I *love* that it shows how it's meant to be!
This looks really good - I can’t believe that Lego are making me want an architecture set 🤨
Architecture is actually probably my favourite Lego archetype.
I love the details. I am already excited for the Van Gogh set. Can't wait for that one.
So cool 🏛🏖💎 majestic like the real pyramid
I really really want additional sets themed on this Nile build that you could place along your shelf. I don't need the back half, I need more temples and other riverside structures! Wider display, not deeper~
Great video Tiago!!! I can't wait for this set to release in the USA! It's already out in the SE Asia but we will have to wait until August!
OH WOW! I can't wait to get this one. Probably two of them. I love the pyramids as well. Thanks for the great review.
Lego has been killing it with these new sets for the past few years