Deep in the heart of the desert, buried beneath centuries of sand, lies a forgotten temple shrouded in mystery. Whispers of its existence echoed through the bazaars of Cairo, eventually reaching the ears of Lord Black of the Royal Society. Intrigued and driven by ambition, he assembled a team to locate this hidden marvel—determined to succeed where famed adventurers like Johnny Thunder had failed.

But Lord Black held a secret advantage: a map, cryptic and ancient, discovered six months prior among a heap of artifacts and manuscripts during an evening visit to an old acquaintance at the University. Now, standing amidst the scorching dunes, he watches as his companions descend into the sands below.

There it lies—the temple. Still magnificent, as though untouched by time. Inside, not a trace of decay marks the walls. A strange glow pulses from the heart of the chamber, where a colossal sarcophagus rests—more fitting for a god than a forgotten pharaoh.

Guarding it are five skeletal sentinels, forged from obsidian and adorned with the heads of sacred beasts. They resemble the deities Horus and Anubis, more divine than mortal, as if ready to spring to life the moment the tomb’s secrets are disturbed.

Mrs. Bradshaw, ever curious, and her trembling assistant pore over a peculiar black tome they unearthed moments earlier. What secrets lie within its pages? Time will tell.

Fortunately, Lord Black had the foresight to bring along a seasoned adventurer—Jack, if memory serves. Rumor has it he once mentored the legendary Johnny Thunder in his youth. If anyone can lead them through the dangers ahead, it’s him.

This temple build is a love letter to all the sci-fi and adventure stories I grew up with—so whether you're into ancient alien theories or just enjoy the classic thrill of cursed mummies, there’s something here for everyone.

Designing it without any official Egyptian-themed pieces was quite the challenge, but also a fun creative push. I actually started with the sarcophagus and a small shrine over a year ago, using a few leftover elements from the old Adventurers sets. This larger temple is my attempt to recapture that same aesthetic—think of those iconic hieroglyph panels and ornate mummy coffins, reimagined with today’s parts.

The sarcophagus opens in an intricate, almost theatrical way, while the shrine hides secret compartments filled with treasure and a few Easter eggs for fellow fans of those classic adventure films. Despite its grand scale, the build is modular and designed to be shelf-friendly. You can assemble it in a more compact format, so even if space is tight, you can still display a striking scene—whether it’s nestled between books or on a side table.

And if you’ve got a stash of vintage LEGO parts, especially from the old Adventurers line, feel free to integrate them! There are plenty of spots where extra pieces can add a weathered or “ruined” look to your liking. All the decorative details, including the hieroglyphic-style panels, are brick-built in Studio and rendered—so you can deck out the temple with elaborate sticker details to your hearts desire.