This week is a big one for adult LEGO fans — it’s Pokémon launch day, two engineering-focused Ideas projects just crossed the 10,000 supporter milestone, and we paid a visit to Bricktastic in Manchester. Here’s everything you need to know from February 21–27, 2026.
At a Glance: This Week’s Key Releases
| Set | Number | Pieces | Price (USD) | Price (GBP) | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eevee | 72151 | 18+ display | ~$60–70 | £54.99 | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Pikachu & Poké Ball | 72152 | 18+ display | TBC | £179.99 | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Venusaur, Charizard & Blastoise | 72153 | 18+ display | TBC | £579.99 | 27 Feb 2026 |
| GWP: Kanto Region Badge Collection | 40892 | — | Free with 72153 | Free with 72153 | 27 Feb–3 Mar 2026 |
| Insiders Reward: Mini Pokémon Center | 40911 | — | 2,600 points | 2,600 points | From 27 Feb 2026 |
LEGO Pokémon Wave 1 Launches Today
It’s finally here. The first-ever LEGO Pokémon sets hit shelves today, February 27, and the entire wave is positioned squarely at adult collectors — all three sets carry the 18+ classification and are designed as display builds rather than play sets.
The launch lineup features Eevee (72151), a desk-friendly sculpture with articulation and detailed fur-texture surfacing, priced around £54.99 in the UK. Next up is the Pikachu & Poké Ball (72152), a premium Icons-style character build at approximately £179.99 — think large-scale character sculpture with strong shelf presence, similar to the botanical and art sets that AFOLs have embraced. The flagship is Venusaur, Charizard & Blastoise (72153) at £579.99, a multi-Pokémon diorama that was reportedly presold out in several regions ahead of today’s launch.
For those picking up 72153 during the launch window (February 27–March 3), there’s a Gift with Purchase: 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection. LEGO Insiders members can also redeem the 40911 Mini Pokémon Center for 2,600 points from today.
Our take: The adult positioning of this wave is genuinely significant. LEGO and The Pokémon Company have crafted this as a collector’s line from the ground up — these aren’t scaled-down versions of children’s sets. If you’re even mildly curious about 72153, don’t sleep on it. The launch window GWP is worth having, and if retirement patterns on other large licensed sets are any guide, secondary market prices could climb sharply once stock dries up.
Ideas Round-Up: Engineering Takes Centre Stage
Turing Machine Working Computer Hits 10,000
The Turing Machine — a functional mechanical computer built entirely from LEGO — reached 10,000 supporters around February 21 and has now entered the official LEGO review phase. This one is genuinely impressive: a brick-built device demonstrating logical computation through mechanical means, aimed squarely at builders who love advanced LEGO Technic and System integration. If it makes it to retail, this could be the Ideas set that the engineering-minded AFOL crowd has been waiting for.
Sariel’s Mechanical Flip Calendar Also Passes the Threshold
Hot on its heels, the Mechanical Flip Calendar by renowned Technic designer Sariel has also just crossed 10,000 supporters. Compact, kinetic desk models have proven popular with working adult fans, and Sariel’s builds are widely studied for their mechanical elegance and parts efficiency. Both projects will now enter the review queue — and given that a recent review cycle approved a record six Ideas sets from 57 eligible projects, there’s genuine cause for optimism.
Chinese Folding Screen Joins the First 2026 Review
Also worth noting: the Chinese Folding Screen design has been confirmed as a submission in the first LEGO Ideas review of 2026. Described as a cultural homage with intricate decorative work, it fits the same display-object niche as previous hits like the Globe and Typewriter sets — and would bring a genuinely different aesthetic to the Ideas catalogue.
Also This Week:
- 2026 Adult Portfolio: Several new reveals are circulating this week including the LEGO Architecture Paris: City of Love skyline set, the Icons Autumn Cottage Garden (18+), the LEGO Art Japanese Cherry Blossom Landscape, and the Technic 1966 Ford GT40 MkII Race Car — useful context for what’s arriving on shelves over the coming months.
- LEGO House 2026 Exclusive: A first look at the 2026 LEGO House exclusive surfaced in weekly recaps — the usual blend of architectural complexity and unique prints that makes these Billund-only builds so sought after.
- Price Rumours: A widely watched AFOL video this week discusses rumours of 2026 price increases on BrickHeadz and similar lines in some markets. Nothing officially confirmed, but worth keeping an eye on if you’re planning purchases in those categories.
We Went to Bricktastic Manchester — Here’s the Honest Take
We attended Bricktastic at Manchester Central this past weekend, and it was genuinely impressive as a display event. With over 250 exhibitors from around the world showcasing original MOCs, there was no shortage of stunning builds to study — exactly the kind of up-close inspiration that’s invaluable for anyone working on advanced MOC planning or trying to pick up new building techniques.
That said, if you were going hoping to do any LEGO shopping, you may have left a little disappointed. The vendor floor was relatively light for buying opportunities, and the stand with retired sets had a significant queue — only to find most pieces were priced at or near normal retail anyway. Bricktastic is absolutely worth going to for the community experience and the builds, but go in with the right expectations: it’s a showcase, not a shopping trip. For sourcing parts, you’ll still be better served by BrickLink from home.
The theme of the week is clear: functional, displayable builds are having a moment — from Pokémon sculptures to mechanical computers to desk calendars. Which of this week’s announcements has you most excited? And did any of you make it to Bricktastic or pick up a Pokémon set at launch? Let us know in the comments below.
Continue Your Journey:
- Advanced LEGO Building Techniques Every Adult Should Master
- MOC Planning: How to Design Your Own LEGO Builds
- Technic vs System: Choosing the Right Approach for Your Build
- Last Week’s LEGO Roundup — February 20, 2026
- LEGO City Builder Inventory Guide
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