Everyone Is Awesome: Lego to launch first LGBTQ+ set

[Shadow Wolf]

As for myself, I don't even own a rainbow flag anymore. I had those sorts of flags up for years.

I got a rainbow and trans bracelet from the LGBT center when I first moved here. I wore them maybe a couple times. I was born trans. I know who I am, I am confident and secure in that. I don't feel a need to wear it on my shoulder.

 

[The Hammer]

Yup. More dumb corporate pandering to win brownie points from the PC Libs, looking to pry money from people who live life according to sound bites and bumper sticker slogans.

Did you even read the blurb put out by the VP of LEGO, who is gay fyi, on why they created this set in the first place? Because this just smells of cynacism. You may not like the "corporate" pandering, but I'm just glad to actually get some recognition.

Edit: and considering Lego is an international brand, originating not in the US, maybe other countries need bolstering on the LGBT equality front?

 

[Shadow Wolf]

Also I have to ask, why is it whenever LGBT things are advertised or whatever it’s immediately equated to sex?

The T is with it more as a traditional alliance between the two. The others, well, those are sexual orientations. It is a thing with romantic relationships and sex. It's like when something heterosexual is discussed. That will generally entail things about dating and sex.

 

[SomeRandom]

The T is with it more as a traditional alliance between the two. The others, well, those are sexual orientations. It is a thing with romantic relationships and sex. It's like when something heterosexual is discussed. That will generally entail things about dating and sex.

Well alright. But like if you show a poster for I dunno Guardians of the Galaxy 2 no one comments on the sexuality of the characters even though there’s literally a romantic subplot in the film. But dare you show a poster of like the Birdcage suddenly all anyone talks about is the sex lives of the characters. Is this just a result of US prudishness? Or something a bit more...I dunno squeamishness with regards to homosexuality?

 

[MatthewA]

LEGO also makes Advanced/Expert sets for the 18+ crowd. I build many of them, this is most likely within that lineup. Y'all are overreacting.


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Just looking at the set, many people do enjoy Lego sets and whatever but 364 pieces for The Everybody is Awesome set it is a neat Rainbow and trendy, though just seems like such a small amount compared to 1,351, Lego set piece called the Millennium Falcon.

 

[Shadow Wolf]

Did you even read the blurb put out by the VP of LEGO, who is gay fyi, on why they created this set in the first place? Because this just smells of cynacism. You may not like the "corporate" pandering, but I'm just glad to actually get some recognition.

Recognition is adoption rights being federally recognized. It's ending discrimination that still exists today, and is still legally protected in many states. Legos are pieces of plastic. People being denied healthcare is someone's life and wellbeing. Cool. Rainbows are everywhere and it's a faddy trend. Homeless/evictions and joblessness/being fired are still problems. Awesome. People can build a rainbow Lego set while most states still allow for conversion therapy.

 

[MatthewA]

Anyone else got any lego sets they like too?

 

[Shadow Wolf]

Well alright. But like if you show a poster for I dunno Guardians of the Galaxy 2 no one comments on the sexuality of the characters even though there’s literally a romantic subplot in the film. But dare you show a poster of like the Birdcage suddenly all anyone talks about is the sex lives of the characters. Is this just a result of US prudishness? Or something a bit more...I dunno squeamishness with regards to homosexuality?

More on the same page, it's a combo of the two I do believe.

 

[SomeRandom]

More on the same page, it's a combo of the two I do believe.

Maybe one day we can simply see gay characters as just characters. And yeah discuss their sex lives if one wants. I dunno, sex lives of characters to me is shipping in fandom communities. I see people scared of sex in an advertising campaign about LGBTQ anything and it just strikes me as focusing on the wrong issue, you know?

 

[The Hammer]

Recognition is adoption rights being federally recognized. It's ending discrimination that still exists today, and is still legally protected in many states. Legos are pieces of plastic. People being denied healthcare is someone's life and wellbeing. Cool. Rainbows are everywhere and it's a faddy trend. Homeless/evictions and joblessness/being fired are still problems. Awesome. People can build a rainbow Lego set while most states still allow for conversion therapy.

And part of society changing for the better (and making voting changes) is making the Culture accepted and the biggest part of that is exposure. This is exposure.

Trust me, I get that others have it worse, that doesn't preclude me from enjoying the spread of acceptance.

 

[Shadow Wolf]

Maybe one day we can simply see gay characters as just characters. And yeah discuss their sex lives if one wants. I dunno, sex lives of characters to me is shipping in fandom communities. I see people scared of sex in an advertising campaign about LGBTQ anything and it just strikes me as focusing on the wrong issue, you know?

Here, to quote some lady I heard after watching Fellowship of the Ring when it was in theaters "sometimes I think the violence is just as bad as the nudity." Which is absolutely mind boggling. Nudity is worse than violence?
With straight characters, it's so normal and common people are more easy to able to just ignore it and forget it. But a gay character, especially as now so many make big fuss over it, it goes back to it being as much about sex as a heterosexual relationship but they can't ignore it. It's different, people are talking about it, they can't ignore it, they find it sinful and yucky, and there are many who do find it as an affront to their religion that such things are being accepted and society is declaring war on Christianity and trying to push Christians into the closet.

 

[MatthewA]

Maybe one day we can simply see gay characters as just characters. And yeah discuss their sex lives if one wants. I dunno, sex lives of characters to me is shipping in fandom communities. I see people scared of sex in an advertising campaign about LGBTQ anything and it just strikes me as focusing on the wrong issue, you know?

My thoughts on the whole LGBTQ thing is that do not have a problem with it. The only thing that seems harmful is people whom might be extreme with their views. It is also something they have to deal with themselves, on the individuals own views.

That goes with any person who is forcing their ideas, along with their worldview and standpoint. Say a parent who does end up partaking in messed up activities with ones own daughter, or own son. Whether the parent is Male or Female. Anyone in a abusive home with child abuse going is my only problem such as even hand cuffing kids to their beds and only letting them shower once a month. I do not support or condone those things personally myself.

Have heard a story about 13 children ranging from 8-28 who were all abused, made to conform and obey their parents and if they disobeyed they would be punished, One time one of the children escaped and was dumbfounded by the outside. Eventually finally getting a telephone; got in contact with emergency services. When they Emergency personal on the line; asked the girl on the phone if the kids in the house took medications; And did not even understand what medication was. They were so uneducated because of the abuse and what they went through. They all got relocated and still meet up together during the year.

 

[The Hammer]

Anyone else got any lego sets they like too?

 

[9-10ths_Penguin]

I think this is ridiculous and inane. It's also a kid's toy and should not be having anything to do with sex.

That set has no more to do with sex than this one does:

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[Shadow Wolf]

And part of society changing for the better (and making voting changes) is making the Culture accepted and the biggest part of that is exposure. This is exposure.

Trust me, I get that others have it worse, that doesn't preclude me from enjoying the spread of acceptance.

We've hit a point where those who don't accept us, a bull of them likely won't ever accept us. They'll have to die off, amd their cultural norms radically shifted. You can put this stuff on store shelves, it won't keep them from clutching their Bibles and seeing a world filled with sin that is getting worse by the day.
The people buying such things won't be the ones voting for Republicans who are pushing through anti-LGBR legislation as we speak. These are people, after all, who often enough times don't even accept any sort or form of dancing (not many, but enough of them to effect large multi-conservative church gatherings).
The people buying these things are already LGBT or supporters themselves.

 

[MatthewA]

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That is very awesome Hammer, how long did that take you to build that harry potter set, remember watching most of the movies, and reading most of the books. Oh how you have brought back some nostalgia.

 

[Unveiled Artist]

I remember years ago when I was in elementary school. I was too young and wasn't raised to think I was "black" or african american. Though, when I was outside playing with my white friend (blond hair, blue eyes, and all), she pulled out her cabbage patch dolls:

I took the white one and she pulled it back and said, "no. no. this (black) doll is for you" and shoved the black doll at me. I didn't know there was anything wrong at the time but I was upset.

I can't imagine even more years down the line and they have these two same dolls as collectors items. Then people would say, "they're just toys." But people who gone through a lot would probably not consider that as such.

A harsh comparison with the PRIDE colors, but I think because it's a toy (and 'because' its a toy) it sends a bigger message than mixed color gender identity for acceptance of diversity. There's marketing involved and also a means to say "we like you so we will 'make you special'" type of thing. Kind of like the barbie doll I saw awhile back with a wheelchair. That got a lot of opinions out of people (I think it was posted on RF years ago, if I'm not mistaken).

Anyway. The idea is they send mixed messages that's why it's off not specific because it's for LGBTQ and people would be accepting.

 

[The Hammer]

That is very awesome Hammer, how long did that take you to build that harry potter set, remember watching most of the movies, and reading most of the books. Oh how you have brought back some nostalgia.

Me and my wife have spent over 20 hours between all the sets combined. Maybe 30 or 40. There are like 9 sets on just that dresser.

We are looking at adding the Chamber of Secrets, we just found that one online today.

 

[SomeRandom]

Here, to quote some lady I heard after watching Fellowship of the Ring when it was in theaters "sometimes I think the violence is just as bad as the nudity." Which is absolutely mind boggling. Nudity is worse than violence?
With straight characters, it's so normal and common people are more easy to able to just ignore it and forget it. But a gay character, especially as now so many make big fuss over it, it goes back to it being as much about sex as a heterosexual relationship but they can't ignore it. It's different, people are talking about it, they can't ignore it, they find it sinful and yucky, and there are many who do find it as an affront to their religion that such things are being accepted and society is declaring war on Christianity and trying to push Christians into the closet.

Ahh the growing pains of an evolving society.
As my father would say the death throes of a ruling class losing their grip on society as their children figure out their own paths.
(For an old bloke he was remarkably progressive.)

I believe freedom will eventually win as it always has. Right? People were against interracial couples. Now that’s pretty normal. People were against same sex couples. Now Same Sex Marriage is legal in a lot places. Granted I know there is still a lot of fighting is still to be done. But I think if corporations are trying to capitalise on such movements is a good sign. Eye roll worthy, sure. But doesn’t that essentially mean the progressive side is winning? Why cater to the less in capitalism, right?

Also the priorities with US ratings systems continue to baffle and amuse me. What’s the old joke? Show a man getting ripped in half is good enough for a PG13 rating but show a nipple and everyone loses their minds

 

[Unveiled Artist]

They are fun, and a bonding activity like anything else. My wife and I build sets together.

Everything from the Harry Potter kids ones all the way up to the Expert architecture sets.

They are an artistic outlet as any other, and as an artistic outlet, suits a wide range of interests. LEGO group over the last decade has branched out into lines of products, with the adult builder in mind, my first post on the thread has a link to many of these expert sets for perusal. View attachment 50742

That's 18 gallons of LEGOs.

Edit: Here is our 2019 Christmas one:
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I had Legos years ago but they kept getting lost that or tripping over my siblings. Matchbox cars and Hotwheels were my thing. Sometimes I'm still tempted to buy a couple at the grocery store but they are expensive. No longer 50 cents. That or Battle Trolls. I miss those.