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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Luke Skywalker Minifigure – Part IV

April 8, 2022 Kevin Downard

This farm boy from Tatooine turned Jedi Master would become the hero of the Rebel Alliance during the time of the Galactic Empire and eventually go on to start a new Jedi Order. As a […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Luke Skywalker Minifigure – Part III

March 28, 2022 Kevin Downard

This farm boy from Tatooine turned Jedi Master would become the hero of the Rebel Alliance during the time of the Galactic Empire, and eventually go on to start a new Jedi Order. As a […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Lando Calrissian Minifigure

February 18, 2022 Kevin Downard

The introduction of the next character in LEGO form was a historic, and controversial, moment in the development of minifigures. In 2003 Lando Calrissian became the first minifig to come with realistic skin tone. Prior […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Finn (FN-2187) Minifigure

February 3, 2022 Kevin Downard

Like the LEGO Star Wars theme in general, our Mini Steps features so far have relied heavily upon the Original Trilogy. Although we have included a few Prequel Trilogy characters, no character from the Sequel […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The AT-ST Driver Minifigure

January 20, 2022 Kevin Downard

The January wave has shown an increased focus on Hoth-based sets following the release of 75313 AT-AT a couple of months ago which has given us the chance for some new minifigures from the icy […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Bib Fortuna Minifigure

January 15, 2022 Kevin Downard

Bib Fortuna was Jabba the Hutt’s majordomo – a word that many fans probably did not pick up on prior to The Book of Boba Fett even though it had been used in Return of […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Gamorrean Guard Minifigure

January 2, 2022 Kevin Downard

These green-skinned, pig-like creatures came from the Outer Rim planet of Gamorr. Gamorreans lived in clans and although their society was matriarchal, the male leader was selected based on physical prowess and combat abilities. This […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The General Veers Minifigure

November 25, 2021 Kevin Downard

In continuing the trend of our Hoth-inspired Mini Steps let’s take a look at Maximillian Veers. This General in the Galactic Empire is seen on screen in Vader’ Chamber as well as on battlefield of […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The AT-AT Driver Minifigure

November 19, 2021 Kevin Downard

All of our Mini Steps articles have featured main characters so far, but there are many supporting characters that have received multiple minifigure iterations over the past 20 years. With the release of 75288 AT-AT […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Luke Skywalker Minifigure – Part II

November 12, 2021 Kevin Downard

This farm boy from Tatooine turned Jedi Master would become the hero of the Rebel Alliance during the time of the Galactic Empire. As a result of his presence throughout the Original Trilogy as well […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Dak Ralter Minifigure

October 24, 2021 Kevin Downard

With the reveal of the rumored UCS AT-AT only weeks away, now is a good time to take a look at a lesser known character who was also found on the ice planet. Dak Ralter […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Luke Skywalker Minifigure – Part I

September 25, 2021 Kevin Downard

This farm boy from Tatooine turned Jedi Master would become the hero of the Rebel Alliance during the time of the Galactic Empire. As a result of his presence throughout the Original Trilogy as well […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The GNK Droid Minifigure

August 29, 2021 Kevin Downard

The GNK Power Droid also known as the Gonk Droid based on its characteristic sound was first shown in the background in Episode IV A New Hope. While it was never meant to be a […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Mace Windu Minifigure

July 23, 2021 Kevin Downard

Following on the heels of the announcement of 75309 Republic Gunship – which comes with a brand new Mace Windu minifigure – now is the perfect time to take a look at how Mace has […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Mon Calamari Minifigures

July 8, 2021 Kevin Downard

While core characters like Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Darth Vader have had numerous minifigure versions released, there are many roles that have received far less attention. Admiral Ackbar is one of those […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Jawa Minifigure

June 16, 2021 Kevin Downard

Following this year’s May The 4th Be With You weekend where the annual GWP was 40451 Tatooine Homestead, this is the perfect time to look at the evolution of those little hooded creatures that scavenge […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Scout Trooper Minifigure

May 15, 2021 Kevin Downard

Everyone has their favorite Imperial Trooper design, but the iconic look of the Scout Trooper is undeniable. Also known as Biker Scouts or Imperial Sharpshooters, these soldiers have been seen in a variety of landscapes […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Probe Droid Minifigure

May 6, 2021 Kevin Downard

The Adult Collector subtheme has been a welcome addition to the LEGO Star Wars lineup for many older fans. As we covered previously, two new helmets and a new sculpture were released as part of […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Emperor Palpatine Minifigure

March 22, 2021 Kevin Downard

Sheev Palpatine aka Chancellor Palpatine aka Emperor Palpatine aka Darth Sidious was first introduced to the Star Wars universe in The Empire Strikes Back appearing in hologram form. His first physical appearance wouldn’t be until […]

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Mini Steps: Advent Calendar Exclusive Minifigures

December 24, 2020 Kevin Downard

After opening twenty-four cardboard doors, the end of the 2020 Star Wars Advent Calendar is here. To put a cap on the Christmas countdown, the advent minifigures are getting the Mini Steps treatment! This addition […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Yoda Minifigure

December 18, 2020 Kevin Downard

With a particularly cute little green fellow putting his mark on fans across the Star Wars galaxy, it’s time for another member of this unnamed species to get the Mini Steps treatment. Grand Master Yoda […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Boba Fett Minifigure

December 5, 2020 Kevin Downard

Mandalorian obsession has gripped most of Star Wars fandom over the past year thanks to the Disney+ original series, but the focus of this Mini Steps has been a fan-favorite since his appearance in Episode […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Ahsoka Tano Minifigure

November 27, 2020 Kevin Downard

With the release of the seventh and final season of The Clone Wars, this young Jedi found herself at the top of many collectors’ wishlists. When viewers last saw her, Anakin Skywalker’s Padawan had grown […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Darth Maul Minifigure

November 21, 2020 Kevin Downard

Always two there are – a master and an apprentice. However, this Sith minifigure actually has ten! Unlike the characters we have covered before throughout the Mini-Steps series, Darth Maul’s Bricklink numbering does not flow […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Chewbacca Minifigure

October 31, 2020 Kevin Downard

Chewbacca: everyone’s favorite Wookiee, Han’s loyal companion, and the Millennium Falcon’s co-pilot. Just a few ways to describe this 234-year-old ball of fur. Continuing with the Mini Steps series let’s take a look at Chewbacca […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The Qui-Gon Jinn Minifigure

October 15, 2020 Kevin Downard

The Prequel Trilogy – for some it is the revival of Star Wars for the next generation and for others it is an entire portion of canon that should be forgotten. Regardless, the Prequel Trilogy […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The R2-D2 Minifigure

May 25, 2020 Kevin Downard

The roots of the LEGO minifigure has been a long journey and one that started in 1978 before it got its first Star Wars rendering in 1999. At this point it’s worth noting that LEGO […]

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Mini Steps: The Evolution Of The C-3PO Minifigure

May 11, 2020 Kevin Downard

  The long history of the 3-3/4″ action figure is embedded in Star Wars collecting lore – there are very few vintage fans who don’t know the tale how Bernard Loomis created the iconic toy […]

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