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Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] Sure, who knows. Has anyone really witnessed Pollock working in his studio? I mean, consider his work.... it could well have been his dog~paint~canvas, for all of me! [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 17, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - randyf (442)

[...] The catalog/inventories admin team tried getting rewritten figure guidelines in place. In fact, we were well on our way to getting them hammered out. See here: (URL) [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] [...] In truth the Oscar probably only warrants one entry which in my opinion is of course the more complete one! though I don’t have a major issue with this as long [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] [...] But defining clear written rules for how ALL minifigs MUST be listed doesn’t always serve its purpose for the benefit of the catalog as the Oscar minifig has [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - bje (1577)

[...] I fully agree, for what it is worth. I have no problem with BL defining what a minifigure is, what it must consist of, how it must inventoried or indeed how it must be [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] If rules are there to be broken though, why not have yet another version? We now have a listing for the head the head, body and trash can lid the head, body, trash can [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - tonnic (4349)

[...] Blasfemie! I am an art lover and ‘the know it all about art people’ say you can see his mood in his painting. Nothing to do with his behind! And yes, I really am an [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - bje (1577)

[...] Presumably you must still follow the headgear rule.
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] What about one without the lid? He doesn't wear the lid as a hat when he leaves the trash can, does he?
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - Admin_Russell

[...] Your request has been granted.
(43 months ago, Nov 16, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - zorbanj (818)

When I list minfigs, my own rule of thumb is that if something is shown in the catalog inventory it should be included for that minifig to be listed as a complete minifig vs [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 14, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - wahiggin (2863)

[...] For every rule there is an exception. Oscar should be listed with the garbage can. Wesley
(43 months ago, Nov 14, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] and maybe extending that further to characters that are always seen to look a certain way for instance Shredder always wearing gauntlets, Karlof always shown with big [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 14, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - peregrinator (776)

[...] Oscar also never wore the trashcan lid on his head - it would flip back when he popped out of the trashcan. (He was also originally orange, but I'm not old enough [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - chetzler (2327)

[...] I've thought this for a long time. There are some some strange minifigure entries in the catalog. For catalog purposes, guidelines are better than rules. If the [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - axaday (7302)

[...] That is very strange. Whoever this Admin_Russell is who did the inventory was clearly a newby.
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] Yes the Dollar in the bag should'nt be included as to me its no different to any other minifig tile accessory such as a map, catapult, gamer pad etc...
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - runner.caller (2651)

[...] I agree! I get the want for an absolute rule to follow, but I feel like there always needs to be special exceptions. Maybe like an "Iconic Character" clause. Just brainstorming. [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - BulbaNerd4000 (4)

[...] Probably not....
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] I'm not against this idea but I have a feeling the Admins/Bricklink will be plus you also have to consider how far we can stretch things because if you give every [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - EnchantedBricks (1209)

[...] By the rules laid out that all parts must attach together, it should be deleted and a new entry should be made. Or the rules themselves need to be adjusted. In the [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] Because multiple entries for essentially the same thing are not ideal. They happen, but are not ideal.
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] Ha ha yeah but I think thats the thing, maybe we need less stict policy/rules on how minifigs are handled and deal with them on a case by case basis by cataloging them [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - BulbaNerd4000 (4)

[...] Is it too much to ask for both? -Tony Stark Why don't we make just make an entry for each one?
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] You make a very good point. So I'm back to where I started, confused ;) What I'm less confused about, is that it can't be easy for those making catalog [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - runner.caller (2651)

[...] What about the dolla dolla bill in this fig's bag? (Minifigure cty0890)
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] Aaah! You mean like a Jackson Pollock with odor? We could start a new style of art: Smellism!
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] [...] Either way given TLG only gave him a very basic minifig head as a body and did'nt include arms or even his legs if he has them I think its clear that this [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] So the trash can and it's lid, were more a part of the character's persona originally? The idea meshes better knowing that. Thanks.
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] Sit them in paint first and you get modern art.
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

[...] Okay that explains a lot because I did'nt realise it was'nt actually attached to the trash can though that said I think if we want to try and make the catlog [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - axaday (7302)

[...] In MY era, Oscar never came out of the trashcan. He was just a hand puppet, not a costume. But also in my era, Snuffy was never seen by anyone except Big Bird and was [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] [...] Had a dog once, that would do that ;)
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - yorbrick (1185)

[...] I seem to remember he does come out of the trash can but doesn't wear it as a hat. Mind you this one cannot walk, as he doesn't have legs (or arms), so [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - popsicle (6662)

[...] Using this metric makes sense, it's logical. Paradoxically, the same procedure makes the new listing that includes the attached trash can lid, illogical. Unless [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - Emporiosa (5552)

Poor Oscar, he must feel naked! I was so surprised when I saw the original marked for deletion and the new one, but understood why it was done. Although thankfully if they do [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - axaday (7302)

I have sympathy with you and the admins are discussing all of this right now and I believe you will get some of what you are asking for. I added the non-can Oscar. Two admins [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Minifigue Complete Build Inconsistencies? - infinibrix (5001)

Whilst I’m sure we all understand and appreciate that minifigs have to be listed as per the instructions and whilst for the most part this might be a good guideline to follow [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 13, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - Stuart9 (1064)

Had some sawn off ones once but they would probably be listed under mini figure weapons. ;) In Inventories, barbeblue writes: [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - Stellar (3504)

[...] Yeah... (Part 39266pb01) (Part 39266pb02) (Part 39266pb03)
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - peregrinator (776)

[...] I can't stress enough how much I love those classic hand-drawn instructions. I wish Lego instructions still looked like these.
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - SylvainLS (46)

[...] It was a time when instructions were hand-drawn. Maybe the drawer (draught(wo)man?) was disturbed by their pet dinosaur or something ;)
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - novabrick (14555)

[...] (Part Mx1151M) It not that LEGO didn't make 1 x 5 bricks. Just not the right size. ;) Christian novabrick-team
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - peregrinator (776)

[...] It is definitely a mistake - in later steps (e.g. 15) you can see that it's intended to repeat the 1x4, 1x1 pattern
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - Iliketurtles1 (3)

[...] Interesting, I love finding errors in LEGO manuals!
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

853-1 Auto Chassis missing brick - bb1236406 (20)

Hello, I was checking the 853-1 instrunction and I noticed that on the front seat image there was an 1x5 brick! So I think there is a mistake in this image. Has anyone noticed [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 9, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 10717-1 vs 11717 Question - starbeanie (10841)

(URL) In Inventories, Bond writes: [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 8, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 10717-1 vs 11717 Question - Bond (776)

[...] Thank you. The apps you don't know about until somebody tells you. Short answer: More or less. Still trying to figure out the wheel/tire assembly differences; not [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 8, 2020, to Inventories)

Re: 10717-1 vs 11717 Question - starbeanie (10841)

use this (URL) In Inventories, Bond writes: [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 8, 2020, to Inventories)

10717-1 vs 11717 Question - Bond (776)

Is the only difference between (Set 10717-1) and (Set 11717-1) four of these (and not Light Aqua; that's the default image)? (Part 91405) I can see that, in 11717-1 [...]
(43 months ago, Nov 8, 2020, to Inventories)

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