Chrome Crusher by MK ULTRAS ~ Stop Motion Music Video R.R. Slugger 2026-09-29 | Chrome Crusher by MK ULTRAS ~ Stop Motion Music Video
LEGO 2152 Robo Raptor ~ R.R. Sluggers RoboForce Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2025-01-10 | Clever girl!Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RakYmMiIky4VBoN51m-lYjylZkjxQo2s?usp=sharingRocket Punch clip from:youtu.be/etCMi6_boMQI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video.Original artwork by Brett Halland. RoboForce logo by Juniper. RoboForce backgrounds by Van.Thanks for watching!
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LEGO Christmas in 1992 was... u n i q u e R.R. Slugger 2024-12-19 | With less than one week until Christmas, let's look back on the holiday season of 1992, because... it was unique!An extrodinarily special thank you to Grandt for sending this rare item to my PO Box! You can check out more photographs of it here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WZSxc8VYlm-abWvMhSl5ILKCcBcgBevM?usp=sharingThanks for watching everyone! I'll see you in 2025!
LEGO 2151 Robo Raider ~ R.R. Sluggers RoboForce Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2024-12-13 | Small, but mighty - it's the Robo Raider!Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RakYmMiIky4VBoN51m-lYjylZkjxQo2s?usp=sharingM1A1 Abrams footage:youtu.be/TODr5NKNuCgI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video.Original artwork by Brett Halland. RoboForce logo by Juniper. RoboForce backgrounds by Van.Thanks for watching!
R.R. Sluggers LEGO RoboForce Retrospective Series ~ Primer Episode! R.R. Slugger 2024-12-06 | Y'all asked for it, so here it is: R.R. Slugger's RoboForce Retrospective Series!In this episode, we outline the setting/story, as well as go over basics of what to expect from the following four videos in this series. Photography and other resources used in this video: RoboForce Retrospective Primerdrive.google.com/drive/folders/1RakYmMiIky4VBoN51m-lYjylZkjxQo2s?usp=sharingI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video.Additional RoboForce photography by Shark.Original artwork by Brett Halland. RoboForce logo by Juniper. RoboForce backgrounds by Van.Thanks for watching!
LEGO Writing System ~ Dino Island Pen! R.R. Slugger 2024-11-22 | A special thank you to Zane for sending this curious item to my PO Box! Let's take a look at the LEGO Writing System today!Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1k4-MHiOYIHcrYMee_AVnI2Ph2djBlf-3?usp=sharingYou can check out the original LEGO Writing System website right here: web.archive.org/web/20010408034152/http://www.legowritingsystem.com/pages/fun.htmlIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Slugger Update #7 R.R. Slugger 2024-11-08 | It's update video time!Here are the pair of podcasts I was on recently:open.spotify.com/episode/0Rg2pVt67KhoGeHqW1d9Oeyoutu.be/aom4SzQqNJoIf you're interested, please check out my new channel, "Slugscape"!youtu.be/4DGfl_0zOooI even composed some new music for it:rrslugger.bandcamp.com/track/slugscapeIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
LEGO Scary Monster Studios! R.R. Slugger 2024-10-31 | Happy Halloween, everyone! Thanks to the generosity of fans of the channel Luke & Vispren, we have a very special video to celebrate the occasion!Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JX1vyqFL9oxLXkCiDBIhcUB5ohf3Rcqo?usp=sharingOther videos worth checking out:youtu.be/NR2noMR8kg8youtu.be/A0suQH_ZoVAyoutu.be/vn9uBU9mD1oIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Time For More Time Cruisers! R.R. Slugger 2024-10-18 | Welcome back to "R.R. Slugger's Time Cruisers Retrospective"! Today, I have a couple surprises for you.Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1--MnC2sW22ee9b9aFC1qdFy_nNXo3FNL?usp=sharinginstagram.com/the_slimy_frogOriginal Time Cruisers music: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-time-cruisers-mix-tapeI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!Time flies when you're having fun!#time #cruisers
Seeing LEGO Differently ~ 40650 Land Rover Classic Defender R.R. Slugger 2024-10-04 | Today, I'm showcasing the work of Matthew Shifrin and his website "Bricks For The Blind". Please check it out using the following link: bricksfortheblind.orgPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1--GzH2XyUxab1kKqoC4DIWk9VAqOBTWp?usp=sharingIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Tribute To A Fellow Rock Raider R.R. Slugger 2024-09-20 | Today, I wanted to pay tribute to Eric Reeves, as featured in this Beyond The Brick video:youtu.be/5ED01OtPLpcPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kY48loAVuUGN6r4n4zVP76JyD75KgwGx?usp=sharingSpecial thank you to Sam for sending me this one of a kind item!If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
LEGO Rock Raiders is NOT a Space Theme* R.R. Slugger 2024-09-13 | *well, kind of. It's a bit more complicated than that.In this episode of R.R. Slugger's Rock Raiders Retrospective, we explore the different ways to categorize and classify this iconic LEGO theme.Resources used in this video: bricknerd.com/home/rock-raiders-is-a-lego-space-theme-8-15-23https://emilyinternet.zone/realms/ogel/buster/https://www.stonewars.de/wissenswertes/rueckblick-lego-insectoids/baseplate.com/portfolio/bio.htmlIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.High Adventure, Deep Underground.
Building Something For Me ~ 31153 Modern House R.R. Slugger 2024-09-06 | Recently, I did something I almost never do - I built a LEGO set just for my own enjoyment! As strange as that sounds, once you get into the rhythm of video production, it's hard to not just look at every set you buy as another potential project. The 31153 Modern House bucked that trend! ...until it didn't.Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/12QKkBCPm4F3v7KymxpS8iriE8lw1yPwB?usp=sharingIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Summer Of Slug 2024 Finale ~ Mechtropolis Showcase! R.R. Slugger 2024-08-31 | Well, that's a wrap! Thank you all once again for another amazing summer! If you want to relive it, check out the full playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIu0CxvGyQKIPC2_b0vvXW4f68EJjVZXWSpecial thank you to Juniper for her hard work in making the Mechtropolis showcase something special!Did you hear some new tunes in the video? These are actually remixes of some of my songs, created by other artists! Here are a couple timestamps with the artist's name:11:53 Big Fat Dynamo soundcloud.com/big-fat-dynamo/rr-slugger-driller-night-bfd-mix14:46 Mad Robot Society madrobotsociety.bandcamp.com/album/the-path-to-power-mad-robot-society-remixCHAPTERS:0:00 Intro0:39 The Summer In Review3:02 Mechtropolis Wrap Up3:34 Welcome to the City of Mechtropolis4:15 Lakeside5:37 Suburbs9:20 Farms & Fields10:29 Defense Outpost11:51 Freight Depot13:40 Junkyard14:34 Culinary District17:56 Mine Shafts18:50 Entertainment District19:56 City Streets22:52 Construction Site26:10 Sanitation Department28:17 Highway29:05 Business District31:22 City Limits33:00 Park34:59 Emergency Services37:46 Transit Hub39:31 FinaleIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Tier Ranking LEGO Space Minifigures w/ R.R. Slugger! R.R. Slugger 2024-08-27 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fZPUuLjj9SJjEKTmWsdnkc_YdcG07IUA?usp=sharingI used tiermaker.com and the photos linked above to make this list! CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro2:48 Classic Space3:46 Futuron4:39 Blacktron5:26 Space Police 16:30 M:Tron7:38 Blacktron 28:53 Space Police 210:35 Ice Planet 200211:29 Spyrius12:24 Unitron13:23 Aquazone14:50 Exploriens16:15 UFO17:44 RoboForce19:04 Insectoids21:21 Rock Raiders25:15 Life On Mars (astronauts)27:00 Life On Mars (martians)28:10 Mars Mission (astronauts)29:52 Mars Mission (aliens)31:39 Space Police 3 (cops)34:14 Space Police 3 (aliens)35:54 Alien Conquest (troopers)37:44 Alien Conquest (aliens)38:28 Galaxy Squad (troopers)39:51 Galaxy Squad (aliens)41:09 LEGO Space vs LEGO In Space42:45 Launch Command43:55 Space Port45:22 LEGO City Space (2011 & 2015)46:48 LEGO City Space (2019)49:11 LEGO City Space (2022)51:05 LEGO City Space (2024)53:49 Final Evaluation1:01:38 OutroIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
The Best and Worst LEGO Pieces (According to R.R. Slugger) R.R. Slugger 2024-08-23 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerFINAL CALL FOR MECHTROPOLIS:https://forms.gle/qbWyhmu8CQjXFqMk8Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rOgNf_bIK3_WTlwDs-kCfCu-pb2WobD-?usp=sharingCHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:07 Bottom 52:47 Top 53:53 Bottom 45:07 Top 46:08 Bottom 38:10 Top 39:44 Bottom 210:39 Top 211:41 Bottom 113:35 Top 115:08 OutroIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Live Stream Archive ~ Building Model Team 5591! R.R. Slugger 2024-08-19 | Has anyone ever live streamed building this set before? Maybe! But this is certainly the first time Slugger's going to do it!To make your life easier, here are some timestamps:0:00 Pre-roll1:55 Intro11:24 Building 5591 (Trailer)2:05:23 Building 5591 (Truck)4:10:11 Break 14:12:59 Resume 14:15:45 Building 5591 (Jet)5:42:16 Break 25:43:53 Resume 25:48:02 Building 311466:49:36 Modding 55916:52:46 5591 Demo6:57:55 Outro
The Greatest LEGO Space Book? R.R. Slugger 2024-08-16 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerBooks featured in this video:"LEGO Space 1978 - 1992" written by Tim Johnson / published by Dark Horse Books"LEGO Space: Building The Future" written by Peter Reid & Tim Goddard / published by No Starch Press"LEGO Space Projects" written by Jeff Friesen / published by No Starch PressAdditional sources used:brickset.com/article/101609/exclusive-interview-with-tim-johnson-author-of-lego-space-1978-1992jaysbrickblog.com/reviews/review-lego-space-1978-1992-by-tim-johnsonIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Bad Advice For Washing LEGO R.R. Slugger 2024-08-13 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Happy Birthday Dash Justice! R.R. Slugger 2024-08-09 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1t-cE2R4lcV4vMuG3wGXkxqnk71pUMTGq?usp=sharingSpecial thank you to @boggle_rocket for their help in writing and recording this video with me! Stay tuned for future collaborations between us when our Alpha Team Retrospective series finally premiers!Other sources used in this video:eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/forums/topic/85196-very-surreal-alpha-team-prototypeyoutube.com/watch?v=6T4tJFp_ZRkweb.archive.org/web/20010507154229/http://headline.gamespot.com/news/98_10/06_lego/index.htmljaysbrickblog.com/reviews/review-lego-minifigures-series-16If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
The Missing Link R.R. Slugger 2024-08-06 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1I7PYAenBhYI6eilFNi9XODaZiuLaH8Tj?usp=sharingLEGO Pizza in real life: https://x.com/dogs_on_mars/status/1485073353287294977If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Blacktron 1.5 ~ LEGO 1875 Meteor Monitor R.R. Slugger 2024-08-02 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oBbAPwFPYPRB7f_LyeVRVJS-caG7sR4P?usp=sharingSpecial thank you to Sammy for their help in researching the topic for this video!Punk rock moshpit photography by Chris Crewell. 3:22Additional imagery sourced from "LEGO Space: 1978-1992" by Tim Johnson.If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Live Stream Archive ~ Lets Build Some LEGO Insectoids! R.R. Slugger 2024-08-01 | It's an ugly planet! A bug planet!To make your life easier, here are some timestamps:0:00 Pre-roll1:59 Intro29:03 Building 29651:06:40 Building 30701:35:17 Building 30711:42:04 Building 30721:48:48 Building 30732:02:10 Break2:04:15 Resume2:05:00 Building 29642:39:34 Break2:41:43 Resume2:42:30 Building 67723:01:03 Building 73123:23:18 Building 64784:26:28 Outro
How To Submit Your Models To Mechtropolis! R.R. Slugger 2024-07-30 | Just follow the steps in the form below to submit your model to Mechtropolis this year:https://forms.gle/qbWyhmu8CQjXFqMk8If you don't have a Google account or do not wish to use that method, you can also submit your model to my email address here:rrslugger@protonmail.comHOWEVER, if you use this method, you *must* rename your files so that they have the name you wish to be credited by in them. The final deadline to submit your models is Tuesday, August 20th, 2024.Have fun everyone!Graphic design by Train Of Thought CreationsOriginal Artwork by Brett Halland
Live Stream Archive ~ Choose Your Own Adventure 2! R.R. Slugger 2024-07-29 | Let's open some new LEGO sets in an order of your choosing! We won't get to all of them today, but let's have fun regardless.To make your life easier, here are some video chapters:0:00 Pre-roll3:24 Intro7:18 Looking through LEGO physical media41:45 Building 426023:03:50 Break3:06:38 Resume3:25:36 Building 603874:49:40 Outro
I ❤️ LEGO Studios R.R. Slugger 2024-07-26 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/15y8L0IL7unTLH-8bVHytLXm5adlgcD-C?usp=sharingCheck out this amazing video by SillyPenta diving into the history of LEGO Studios and its impact on brickfilms in general:youtu.be/7O2oPYJh1bsAlso, check out this awesome animation by Kamil Burniak featuring 1362 Air Boat:youtu.be/ve_9H294lXkSpecial thank you to Ryan for sending a copy of 1356 Stuntman Catapult to my PO Box for this video!If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Live Stream Archive ~ Choose Your Own Adventure! R.R. Slugger 2024-07-21 | Let's open some new LEGO sets in an order of your choosing! We won't get to all of them today, but let's have fun regardless.To make your life easier, here are some video chapters:0:00 Pre-roll1:53 Intro14:50 Building 406871:35:18 Break1:37:29 Looking Inside Life On Mars1:58:06 Building 604394:40:00 Outro
What Is The Value Of A Sealed LEGO Set? R.R. Slugger 2024-07-19 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zTE01M1nxgGpLCQOinLhQ5zDAFC0RTL9?usp=sharingCheck out these videos from Brick Tsar and Beyond The Brick!youtu.be/JKSx2LIQ5TAyoutu.be/EgFvzpB6BsQSpecial thank you to Noah & Nui Island Bricks for sending a copy of 4868 Gaaki to my PO Box for this video!If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
High Adventure, Deep Underwater! ~ 2161 Aqua Dozer R.R. Slugger 2024-07-16 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jJWpjUjxAWfwAAoZTaVfFmPIoC9npa8_?usp=sharingPhoto at 8:25 provided by Axlle!Special thanks to Baraklava for the tip about "SORT" at 10:18If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
LEGO Animal Crossing ~ 45 Years in the Making! R.R. Slugger 2024-07-10 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QkNAPgCEJ4h6mSClyX4p4CwifJEWv26o?usp=sharingIf you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/fabulous-fabulandAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Sand Purple: Complete Collection R.R. Slugger 2024-07-05 | It's the Summer Of Slug! BUT, it only happens with your support! Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrsluggerPhotography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1c5tnnZiHRj9yCb_dj-nGj5TY6-e0a1m0?usp=sharingSpecial thank you to Mike for sending me the Zam Wesell minifigure!An additional thank you to DawnbreakerDrake for sending me the M:Tron minifigure (plus one other that might pop up in the future!)If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-rock-raiders-mix-tapeAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
Lets Party Like Its 1999! R.R. Slugger 2024-07-01 | The Summer Of Slug starts TODAY! For the next two months, I will be kicking this YouTube channel into overdrive. Please consider financially supporting me through the links below:patreon.com/SummerOfSlug2024https://www.Ko-fi.com/rrslugger And of course, happy 25th birthday to LEGO Rock Raiders! You can binge my whole playlist of videos on the series right here:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIu0CxvGyQKKCjxjE9IKw5x6toIyEc03fCheck out Brandon McGinnis on Instagram for more amazing Rock Raiders MOCs!instagram.com/bmcginnis47Play Manic Miners for free (...that sounds like a scam, but it isn't!) by using the link here:manicminers.baraklava.comWant to see how the original game was played? Check out Ringtail's epic playthrough of LEGO Rock Raiders for the PC!youtu.be/2jQ93-cdJeYMerely has a website dedicated to cataloging and preserving various details on Rock Raiders:rockraidersarchive.com/rock-raiders-collectors-checklistA big thank you to @HYPERPUNKPEACHES for creating this awesome mix tape CD and sending it my way! Here a folder with the booklet scans: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tQnHnBJMCc9Cdth6BW7IspdaZbM7ypoX?usp=sharingAdditionally, thank you to Cody from SickClipRecords for sending me this custom cassette mix tape as well! I finally bought a stereo to listen to it! 😉If you wish to send something to my PO Box, please use the address below. Keep in mind that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned:R.R. SluggerPO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5If there's something specific you have in mind, or if you have questions about the mailing process, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comAs always, I create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
The Journey So Far (Everest Edition) ~ R.R. Sluggers Orient Expedition Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2024-06-28 | Before we leave Everest and turn our sights on China, let's take a quick recap of the journey so far!This video is a part of "R.R. Slugger's Orient Expedition Retrospective" series. If you haven't seen the other videos yet, you can catch up on them here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIu0CxvGyQKJj8oNdIpvisghJ6F2KQl68CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:21 Mountain Sleigh & Secret Of The Tomb3:32 Yeti's Hideout4:15 Aero Nomad5:44 Temple Of Mount Everest8:29 Our Next Adventure...Additional sources used:re-thinkingthefuture.com/rtf-architectural-reviews/a10568-newari-architecture-a-tapestry-of-woodcarvings-pagodas-and-symmetryemerybooks.com/discovering/hammettisms-maltese-falcon.htmLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!See you next time for another adventure...
LEGO 7417 Temple Of Mount Everest ~ R.R. Sluggers Orient Expedition Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2024-06-26 | We have arrived at the Temple Of Mount Everest - home of the fabled Golden Sword! Will our heroes find fortune or failure within?Today we're taking a look at set 7417 Temple Of Mount Everest on this episode of R.R. Slugger's Orient Expedition Retrospective!CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:21 Meeting Some New Faces3:20 General Set Impressions4:48 Unique Design Decisions5:21 A Bit Of A Schlep6:28 Don't Schlep And Fall7:16 Knocking On Everest's Door8:22 Can I Axe You A Question?9:47 I've Never Seen A Trap Door In An Adventurers Set! /s11:04 The Prize Inside11:57 Slugger's Obsession With Rare Parts12:30 To Walk The Caves Of Ice13:07 The Golden Sword13:32 Good Play Features, Bad Play Features14:23 A Room So Free Of Clutter, You'd Think My Grandma Lived Here14:40 An Unlikely Comparison15:39 The Alternate Builds Overview16:26 Alt Build 118:22 Alt Build 220:13 Alt Build 322:24 The Orient Expedition Board Game23:18 Our Gameplay Alterations24:01 The Everest Experience26:22 Our Next Adventure...Photography and other resources used in this episode: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fxcLaFS_ks1_GbxI1kAHN3VA1tg-ptng?usp=sharingA special thank you to Sammy for helping me with the research for this set!A special thank you to Juniper for helping me with reconstructing the alternate builds!A special thank you to Tom for providing the box images used in this series!Additional sources used:dudjominternationalfoundation.com/lineage/chatral-sangye-dorjeencyclopediaofbuddhism.org/wiki/Chatral_Sangye_Dorjettt.thlib.org/org.thdl.tib.scanner.OnLineScannerFilteren.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chatral_Sangye_Dorjewisdomlib.org/buddhism/book/bodhisattvacharyavatara/d/doc6407.htmlbuddhism-guide.com/dorjeWant to try the board game for yourself? Here are the scans I've been making throughout the series with more to be added as we go! drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uc-6IhuBsgWkqW5HdjGanN76suT62y7b?usp=drive_linkHere are our revised rules to go with it: drive.google.com/file/d/17NxtKCcznZE_VGAvrj2Q75wNKW__CX6r/view?usp=sharingLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!See you next time for another adventure...
Preparing (Your Body) For The Summer Of Slug 2024! R.R. Slugger 2024-06-07 | It's the most wonderful time of the year! Or, pretty soon, at least! In this video I hope to answer all of the questions you've had about the Summer Of Slug, but were afraid to ask.Starting RIGHT NOW, the PO Box is officially open! Please use the address below if you're interested in sending something my way:PO Box 1120Calgary PO SouthAlberta, CanadaT2H 2H5Please remember that anything sent my way is considered to be a donation and is not expected to be returned. If there's something else specific you have in mind, don't hesitate to reach out to me at:rrslugger@protonmail.comThanks everyone!
How To Build The Tunnel Scout ~ LEGO Rock Raiders Step By Step Instructions R.R. Slugger 2024-05-24 | An extra special thank you to Baraklava, Juniper, and Sadie for their contributions; without them, this video would not have been possible!Here are the Step By Step photos if you would like to go at your own pace! drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xKd81PeOkC8bYEvaD_LifByYmMQCUxlU?usp=sharingWant to see the ongoing research behind Rock Raiders and other amazing Lego themes? Join the Lego Research Realm Discord server!discord.gg/2STDJbAE6VSpecial thanks to Azarath for designing the blueprint renders seen in the thumbnail!DeviantArt: deviantart.com/azarath08CGSociety: azarath.cgsociety.orgLink to the music used in this video: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-rock-raiders-mix-tapeI create all of the photography and stop motion animation you see in these videos. Brett creates all of the original artwork.Thanks for watching everyone!
3 Years On YouTube ~ Happy Birthday Slugger! R.R. Slugger 2024-05-10 | Today, we're celebrating Slugger's 3rd birthday - three full years on YouTube! Thank you all for sticking with the channel through thick and thin. In this video, we take a look back at the previous year and explore some commentary surrounding each video. Hopefully this will be both entertaining and insightful!To make navigation easier, here are the video chapters:0:00 Introduction0:34 Cozy House 3 in 13:01 I Watched LEGO DreamZzz So You Don't Have To6:43 Help Me Understand The LEGO DreamZzz Prices7:18 Snowspeeders Are Grey (And Always Have Been)13:16 Slugger's First LEGO Set16:36 Recon Robot20:11 Time Cruisers Board Game22:06 Blue Fury25:13 Geological Center27:35 The LOST Time Cruiser29:48 Elderly Slug Attempts To Understand CCBS39:05 Best Of The West43:58 Missing Out, Blacktron Style50:09 Scorpion Palace57:01 Bad Advice For Making Videos58:50 LEGO DreamZzz Do Come True1:08:12 Schrodinger's Micromotor1:10:46 The Slug-O-Meter1:21:11 So You Want To Get Into LEGO Ice Planet 2002?1:29:23 Dreamcastle1:37:24 Power Miners1:49:53 Return To LEGO Island1:52:38 Throwbots Trilogy2:01:02 Build-A-Santa2:02:50 LEGO Space Is Back!*2:18:00 LEGO Rock Raiders Kabaya 22:22:11 Bad Bricklink Update2:29:18 New Rock Raiders Discoveries!2:31:06 Journey To Everest2:34:42 Yeti's Hideout2:37:10 The Toa Metru: 1 Step Forward, 3 Steps Back3:05:15 Aero Nomad3:07:03 Searching For The Perfect Number Of Visible Studs3:10:39 Sluggin' Around3:16:57 ConclusionWow! That's a lot of videos! Thank you for your help in making them happen. Hopefully this has been a fun look back at Slugger's 3rd Year on YouTube. Here's to another!~ Slugger
Slugger Update #6 R.R. Slugger 2024-05-03 | Check out my new channel, "Sluggin' Around" right here:youtu.be/wOUgYaU9rxYI'm really excited for this new creative avenue! Hopefully, you'll enjoy what Slugger gets up to over there too.Otherwise, expect more of what you're already used to over here on the main channel. Thanks for watching!~ R.R. Slugger
Searching For The Perfect Number Of Visible Studs R.R. Slugger 2024-04-26 | Today we try to answer the age old question: What is the perfect number of visible studs in a LEGO set?Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xK3uOe1h_D7aV_jWbFogT4KUQtkamxwx?usp=sharingLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-rock-raiders-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!
When No Ones Listening ~ Original Music by R.R. Slugger R.R. Slugger 2024-04-04 | This is a song I wrote when no one was around. If there's no one to hear it, is it really music?I hope you enjoy it and have a relaxing day!~ Slugger
NEXO Knights Live Stream Archive ~ March 24, 2024 R.R. Slugger 2024-03-29 | Is it alive, or isn't it? It's hard to tell with this "live" stream!Today I build a couple of sets from LEGO NEXO Knights - a theme I know next to nothing about! Any experts out there? Sound off in the comment section!CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction3:24 Building 703141:09:53 Building 703241:58:25 Wrap up
LEGO 7415 Aero Nomad ~ R.R. Sluggers Orient Expedition Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2024-03-22 | Welcome back Adventurers!Today we take to the frigid skies of the Himalayas in set 7415 Aero Nomad!CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:22 Minifigures0:57 Equipment2:15 Main Build2:37 2 Balloons, 1 Slug6:57 The Top Of The World10:48 Board Game Inclusions12:16 Alternate Builds13:28 Final Thoughts13:52 Our Next Adventure...Photography and other resources used in this episode: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1f6OgJSHStiMO75YXInyiyf9kk-DYgJae?usp=sharingA special thank you to Sammy for helping me with the research for this video!A special thank you to Tom for providing the box images used in this series!A special thank you to Juniper for helping me recreate the alternate builds for this video!Some additional sources: https://www.retronews.fr/sciences/echo-de-presse/2018/03/21/auguste-piccard-premier-homme-dans-la-stratospherehttp://www.cheersaerialmedia.com/thermal-airship.htmhimalayawanderer.com/how-long-can-you-stay-in-the-death-zone-on-everestyahoo.com/travel/balloon-ride-over-everest-for-sale-104080005217.htmlvirginballoonflights.co.uk/blog/history-hot-air-balloonsinsidehimalayas.com/the-nepal-himalayasLearn more about Chris Dewhirst's Everest Expedition here: youtu.be/rVJNSho6ShsCheck out the FlyDOO propeller in action:youtu.be/HAW0q_CNmlIFootage from Ringtail's walkthrough of the Great Mountain Chase:youtu.be/FADXsdtUbDsLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!See you next time for another adventure...
The Toa Metru ~ 1 Step Forward, 3 Steps Back... R.R. Slugger 2024-03-08 | Released in 2004, the Toa Metru are often regarded as a high point in the Bionicle franchise - taking the Technic sensibilities of the Toa Mata & Toa Nuva and improving upon them with greater action figure potential. However, does this position really hold up to scrutiny? Let's find out!Episode photography and other resources: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1VXZxRd29iicXyxCYQMidm3LlAw6BAhop?usp=drive_linkSpecial thank you to Baraklava for creating such amazing Bionicle themed music!baraklava.bandcamp.com/track/tribal-isleyoutu.be/orf06Ccq5E4Other sources used in this video (in no particular order):youtu.be/Bcoeu9yg1-syoutu.be/3gDVDPjpGdYboard.ttvchannel.com/t/metru-styled-toa-ignika-moc/48084youtu.be/I33DaRNP31QCHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction2:02 Context for Discussion2:42 Greater Articulation6:05 Alternate Weapon Modes7:01 Clone Construction7:50 New Adaptation, Old Characters8:49 Impossible Body Standards10:11 Oh yeah, the Colours...11:05 The Toa Hagah have joined the chat.12:02 My Experience with these toys in 200413:38 The Heart of the Matter15:30 The Makings of a Toa18:01 Olivia Rodrigo has joined the chat.18:34 ConclusionLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-rock-raiders-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!
LEGO 7412 Yetis Hideout ~ R.R. Sluggers Orient Expedition Retrospective! R.R. Slugger 2024-02-23 | Welcome back Adventurers!Today we take on a mega mountain myth - it's 7412 Yeti's Hideout!CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:21 Miss Pippin Reed2:00 The Yeti3:36 The Yeti's Hideout5:07 The Golden Dingus5:46 Knock Knock!6:33 Sinister Was Here...7:27 Cards8:36 Alternate Builds9:41 Closing Thoughts10:09 Our Next Adventure...Photography and other resources used in this episode: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1s6p1JZPmCnM1Zg9g_kB8RZC72oQD5Nl8?usp=sharingA special thank you to Sammy for helping me with the research for this video!A special thank you to Tom for providing the box images used in this series!A special thank you to Juniper for helping me recreate the alternate builds for this video!Some additional photography sourced from: reddit.com/r/lego/comments/wllm46/the_golden_dingus_returns_in_the_sanctum_sanctorumRead more about Charles Howard-Bury here: https://www.westmeathexaminer.ie/2021/09/28/centenary-of-howard-bury-expedition-to-everest/andabebooks.com/first-edition/Mount-Everest-Reconnaissance-1921-Charles-Howard-Bury/31105612933/bdLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!See you next time for another adventure...
Everest ~ Original Song by R.R. Slugger R.R. Slugger 2024-02-17 | Hey Adventurers!This song was recorded for my YouTube series: "R.R. Slugger's Orient Expedition Retrospective". You can check out the full series playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIu0CxvGyQKJj8oNdIpvisghJ6F2KQl68You have my consent to use this recording however you like; whether that be for personal use, school projects, etc. A shout-out to your favourite slug is always appreciated, but never required. 😊I'd love to hear your thoughts on this song and others in the comment section!If you're looking to download this song for free, you can do so on my Bandcamp page:rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeWant to learn more about how I create my music? Check out this video!youtu.be/UhoFA-m-qpMOriginal artwork by Brett Halland.
LEGO 7409 Secret Of The Tomb & 7423 Mountain Sleigh ~ R.R. Sluggers Orient Expedition Retrospective R.R. Slugger 2024-02-09 | Welcome back Adventurers!Today we start our journey to the peak of Everest with a double billing of LEGO sets: 7409 Secret of the Tomb & 7423 Mountain Sleigh. Let's check them out!CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:21 Minifigure Selection1:15 Climbing Everest1:53 Context is Everything within the Orient Expedition2:55 7409 Secret of the Tomb7:25 7423 Mountain Sleigh9:26 Made for Each Other9:45 Our Next Adventure!Photography and other resources used in this episode: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jheDGb36tzBuKdpadVij3SDU4VpahH2B?usp=sharingA special thank you to Sammy for helping me with the research for this video!A special thank you to Tom for providing the box images used in this series!Some additional photography sourced from: insidehimalayas.com/the-nepal-himalayasRead more about the prop sleigh here: http://douglas-self.com/MUSEUM/TRANSPORT/propsleigh/propsleigh.htmFootage of the prop sleigh in action: youtu.be/CjxKdIw0UNU?si=vKrsNw4qWEfhgKEETibetan funeral customs (GRAPHIC SUBJECT MATTER WARNING): tibettravel.org/tibetan-local-customs/tibetan-funeral.htmlNepalese death ritual discovery (GRAPHIC SUBJECT MATTER WARNING): nationalgeographic.com/adventure/article/110301-himalayas-caves-defleshed-skeletons-science-nepal-mustangLooking for the tunes used in this video? Check them out for free right here: rrslugger.bandcamp.com/album/r-r-sluggers-orient-expedition-mix-tapeFor quality retro Lego conversation in the best online community I have ever been a part of, you can join the discussion on the Manic Miners Discord: discord.gg/na3rQmvInterested in the history and research that goes into videos just like this one? You can join the discussion in the Lego Research Realm Discord: discord.gg/VtD99kYvUjI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!See you next time for another adventure...
New LEGO Rock Raiders Discoveries! ~ R.R. Sluggers Rock Raiders Retrospective R.R. Slugger 2024-01-26 | Who thought we'd still be discovering new things about LEGO Rock Raiders 25 years later?? Certainly not me!Where to start down the DDI rabbit hole: reddit.com/r/Rockraiders/comments/itge63/lets_save_the_largest_rock_raiders_prototypeXML file for the Repair Mech by Z01dB3rG: drive.google.com/file/d/1dQl3OjmfNaiWF6oysRfrWNu_UzsxR-HJ/view?usp=sharingDownloadable character stat cards: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Moed5JrwaFvE8RTrciwn8imLLRmanEmu?usp=drive_linkRock Raiders Sign scan by PonderingLego: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RNgSneY_J-xNWcp17ZiLyhKkcc8etlDu?usp=drive_linkChief & Rocket Racer keychain photo by Ringtail.Brian's Rock Raiders videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwdtBepB6yQcdhc7ioESKI7nedzPDSDl7&si=9W9Uv2z90pWsmySzMerely's Rock Raiders website: rockraidersarchive.com/rock-raiders-collectors-checklistBrick Monarch's Shop: brickmonarchshop.comRetrofit Card Shop: retrofitcardshop.comCHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:29 Background Information on Rock Raiders Development1:37 Newly Unearthed LEGO Rock Raiders Motion Simulator Ride Footage2:18 Unreleased Repair Mech2:45 Step By Step4:52 A Few Notes on the Mech5:46 Previously Unreleased Rock Raiders Prototype Part6:44 European Rock Raiders Store Sign8:31 Japanese Rock Raiders Store Sign9:20 Chief Keychain10:17 Merely's Rock Raiders Website10:32 Modern Rock Raiders Merch11:21 ConclusionThis video series is dedicated to showcasing and preserving all the best aspects of Lego Rock Raiders.This video and videos like this owe so much to the amazing Rock Raiders community. If you contributed, or know someone who has contributed to the content in these videos, please sound off in the comments! I try to credit wherever I can, but if I missed someone, please let me know.If you haven't already, check out Manic Miners, a heartfelt recreation of the Lego Rock Raiders PC game: manicminers.baraklava.comI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!High Adventure, Deep Underground.
Theres a BAD Bricklink Update Coming... R.R. Slugger 2024-01-24 | On February 1st 2024, Bricklink is going to be making some changes that effect me and this channel - if you want your voice to be heard in the matter, you can contact Bricklink here: bricklink.com/v3/help/contact.pageHere's the list of changes so you can see the update for yourself: bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=2625Here's the direct time stamp for Ross Scott's perfect analogy: youtu.be/5n90WohCSIg?si=4ADTCLYzmA2vgMxO&t=3637CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction0:27 Who am I?1:01 The Update3:10 Why is this update GOOD?3:59 Why is this update BAD?6:37 Hypothetical Situation 18:13 Hypothetical Situation 210:03 Bricklink is so much more than a place to buy LEGO13:49 Is there anything we can do?15:50 In summary
Live Stream Archive ~ Building More Modern LEGO Space Sets! R.R. Slugger 2024-01-15 | Space. The final frontier. These are the voyages of R.R. Slugger.His continuing mission - to build LEGO sets with strange new pieces.To seek out new space sets and new themes set in space.To boldly go where no slug has gone before.To make your life easier, here are some video chapters:0:00 Pre-roll4:51 Introduction38:50 Building 603492:49:31 Break2:53:46 Building 110373:52:28 Building 306634:03:29 Outro
The Nearly Forgotten LEGO Kabaya Alternate Builds! ~ R.R. Sluggers Rock Raiders Retrospective R.R. Slugger 2024-01-12 | Welcome back! Today we are looking at the ever elusive LEGO Kabaya alternate builds on this episode of R.R. Slugger's Rock Raiders Retrospective!Photography and other resources used in this video: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jGecc2WTZMKTjkaBHBQ42QphvSWF99hq?usp=drive_linkBrock's Kabaya scans: archive.org/details/3018-aStore sign scan by PonderingLego: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RNgSneY_J-xNWcp17ZiLyhKkcc8etlDu?usp=drive_linkThis video series is dedicated to showcasing and preserving all the best aspects of Lego Rock Raiders.This video and videos like this owe so much to the amazing Rock Raiders community. If you contributed, or know someone who has contributed to the content in these videos, please sound off in the comments! I try to credit wherever I can, but if I missed someone, please let me know.If you haven't already, check out Manic Miners, a heartfelt recreation of the Lego Rock Raiders PC game: manicminers.baraklava.comI created the photography, stop motion animation, and music in this video. Original artwork by Brett Halland. Thanks for watching!High Adventure, Deep Underground.
