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This week’s review is set 6060 Knight’s Challenge.

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Review written for the week of April 2nd through the 8th.

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6/10

Well, here’s another jovial addition to the renaissance themed line of castle sets, plenty of colours, some flair, but wait a moment...something seems to be missing...

So, taking the time to review the model and look at it more closely, I did find a few elements absent.

Although the overall model stood out rather nicely on the shelf, proving that looks play a key factor in the set, a sense of structure seemed to be missing from the model. Perhaps this was due to its thrown together appearance of the center module, which seems to be a makeshift jousting tent. Although the smaller modules seemed to overwhelm the model a bit, they were fitting, and I believe this unkempt look intended by lego.

But, unfortunately, I found the set to be lacking in integral building elements such as plates, clips and hinges, only to find an assortment of awkward and large pieces likequarter turrets, canopies and basic bricks. But in contrast to this, this model was particularly attractive for its minifigure and jousting elemets, sporting lances, swords and the ever appealing bardings. Modest, but worth it.

However, aside from the dull reception for the model and parts assortment, I found the colour scheme of the model to be quite attracting and festive to the eye. Refreshing, compared to some of the more monotome schemes of the castle line, this set definitely hits the mark with its palette of red, blue and yellow.

But taking some function into consideration, I must say I had a difficult time finding any whatsoever besides the folding tops for the jousting tents. But, taking into consideration the movable figures and placement of modules, I found these aspects to attribute some playability, although it would have been nice to see some modular effects to the back as well.

With some imagination, a lot of free time and a conceptual eye, the capacity for alternate models with this set could be overwhelming, although I really couldn’t find much use for the pieces included, save for well, a jousting tournament or a fortress gate. Still, with the pieces provided, it’s a reasonable prospect.

To finalize on my review, I frankly can’t say I’m most surprised with the results... with any model included for the novelty of smaller modules, you can expect a variety of drawbacks. Still, even with the lackluster review, I would still reccommend this model to the casual collector, although not a builder...

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