Coming Soon: Vaults and Safes!

It sounds like the LEGO Developers have finally listened to the players and are adding a new bank/vault system to the Universe. It will be released when Nexus Tower comes out and its base of operation will be Nexus Tower also. So if you have any extra items that you don't need, but want to keep (like me) you can put them in the vault and you can come and get them at any time! The system can also be set up on any of your claimed properties, allowing you easier access to your storage space! Awesome!

Here is the offical article on vaults and banks:

You’ve asked for it, and so now you’re getting it: more space for your stuff! Dr. Overbuild has been working non-stop on a new Vault and Safe system! This new storage system will allow you to safely store away extra items into your own private Vault in Nexus Tower. The Darkitect would love to get his hands on the contents of the Vaults, but never fear! The Sentinels are standing guard to make sure only YOU can access your personal Vault!

Before you can access the Vault system, you will need to first speak to Nexus Naomi, Nexus Tower’s Artificial Intelligence. She will guide you to meet your Faction Leader, who will give you a series of missions. After you receive approval from your Faction Leader to use the Vault system, find Nexus Naomi near the Sentinel Faction HQ. She will help you open up your Vault account –and has a complimentary toaster model for you too!



The standard Vault size begins with 40 slots for general items (like gear or consumables) and 40 slots for your models. If you find yourself needing even more space, talk to Nexus Naomi again, who will give you some Missions to expand the size of your Vault! You can expand your Vault up to 240 slots for general items and 240 for your models!

That’s not all! Complete even more Nexus Tower Missions, and you will be able to access a special Safe on all of your claimed Properties! Your Safe will allow you to access your Vault and all of the items inside. Property visitors will be able to see the Safe on your Property, but only you will be able to use your Safe on your claimed Properties!



Keep up your Brick Donations to complete the construction of Nexus Tower. When the Tower is done, you’ll be able to finally find a place for all of that extra stuff you’ve been carrying around. And this is only the beginning!

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Dr. Overbuild's Nexus Diary (Week 1)

Here is the all new Nexus Tower diary from Dr. Overbuild! This is a new series of articles that just came out today. I hope you enjoy it!

Duke Exeter thought it would be a good idea for me to chronicle the completion of Nexus Tower. So for future builders, here we go!

First, you may wonder, why build a massive tower on Crux Prime- a planet which is swarming with the Maelstrom? Well, the Imagination Nexus of course! It's the original, pure source of Imagination in the Universe and it must be protected!

Construction on Nexus Tower was going well, but we started to run short of bricks. Hael Storm proposed a vast collection of bricks from Minifigures across the Universe, and Duke Exeter has agreed to lead the effort! We've put out a call to all Minifigures to donate bricks and help finish Nexus Tower There is even a competition to see who can donate the most bricks!

I'm a little worried about the Bank we were building in Nexus Tower. I am just not sure it is safe enough! What if Nexus Tower were under attack? We must protect everyone’s gear and deposits!!. Duke Exeter had the great idea to make the Bank into a Vault instead. What is the difference between a Bank and a Vault? Why, rocket engines, of course!

Bricks have been arriving daily on the cargo ships out of Nimbus Station, and now progress on the Tower is moving at an accelerated rate! After a week of donations, redontop, Ninewells and huss1 have donated over 2,234,000 bricks combined!

Check back next week for another update!

Nexus Tower Sneak Peek!

With Nexus Tower about 50% complete, a sneak peek of the inside of Nexus Tower was just released by Lego! It is in the form of a message from the tower's AI (Artificial Intelligence) named Nexus Naomi. Here is the official article, including pictures.

Hello Minifigures,

You may call me Nexus Naomi. I am the Nexus Tower Artificial Intelligence created by Dr. Overbuild. My purpose is to serve as a guide to all Minifigures who have come to Nexus Tower.


Each of the Faction Headquarters is located inside Nexus Tower. There, you will be able to meet the Faction Leaders for the very first time. Duke Exeter, Hael Storm, Vanda Darkflame and Dr. Overbuild cannot wait to meet all of their loyal Faction members. Each has many Missions for you to complete, including some unique, top-secret Faction-only Missions for the most loyal members of the Nexus Force!



Nexus Tower is also a important destination for all of your shopping needs. More than a dozen new vendors are waiting to sell you exciting new gear and consumables! You will also find additional Faction vendors in the Tower – they sell the Rank 3 kits which were previously sold in Nimbus Station, but they will also have new items like Valiant Weapons! Valiant Weapons are the most powerful weapons created so far, but you’ll need both hands – and a lot of Tokens – to wield them! In addition, a completely new Vendor, Admiral Honor Accolade, is setting up his shop in the Sentinel area. He specializes in Mission and Achievement reward items that you have previously earned.



Are you concerned with where you will put all of these new items? I have just been authorized to disclose the new Vault system that is being finalized! Each Minifigure will be able to open a Vault account where you can safely store your extra items, and you will be able to pull them out whenever you wish. The Faction Leaders may also help you to construct a Property Safe, which will allow you to securely access your Vault from any of your claimed Properties.



The last piece of information which I have received clearance to disclose is that Dr. Overbuild has even more plans to expand Nexus Tower. Once the Tower is completed, you will be able to use it as a launching point to Nimbus Station, Crux Prime, Starbase 3001 and LEGO Club, but new destinations will be added soon!

As Adventurers and Explorers, you understand that the Universe is vast and there are always uncharted territories. Nexus Tower is being built to become the launching point for all future exploration and expansions. Be prepared for the adventure of your life.

Nexus Naomi

So, what do you think? I now that I'm excited! Plus, the release is just right around the corner!

-Zorkonian12

May is all about Factions!

In this month of May, Lego Universe will be focusing on the factions! The contest calendar has been posted, and there are some exciting things planned for this month. There is going to be a wide variety of contests, but they will all be related to your faction! Here is the official contest calendar for this month!

May 3 – until Nexus Tower is done!   Jawbox Brick Donation
All Factions need to participate in the monthly challenge for us to reach the goal of finishing Nexus Tower. It will be the biggest and boldest Minifigure mission seen in LEGO Universe to date! Start collecting bricks today, so you’re ready to make some hefty donations in the Nexus Jawbox! This community mission will kick off with the ‘Build Nexus Tower’ release and end only when Nexus Tower is completed! The 20 top donators win large buckets of LEGO bricks.

May 7 – May 8   Mystery Racetrack Grand Prix
You will be pushing the pedal to the metal somewhere in LEGO Universe... The location is still unknown, but stay posted on LEGOuniverse.com/community, we will reveal the location a few days before the Grand Prix begins! For now, rest assured - it is not going to be easy, but it will be fun! All Factions welcome. Don’t push and shove members of your own Faction too much. Spectacular LEGO City Sets will be yours if you win!

May 14 – May 15   Shooting Gallery Showdown
On your mark. Take aim. Fire! Get the highest score during the weekend of May 14 - May 15 – we will give LEGO City Fire Stations and Fire Rescue vehicles to the best marksmen! Remember, hitting a friendly ship subtracts for your score. It is Venture Leaguers out there; we do not want them to sink! Everything with a purple tint you should hit – oh, and red sea monsters!

May 21 – May 22   Best Faction Screenshot
Snap a screenshot of your Best Faction Moment and share it in the Creation Lab. It could be an image of you with fellow Faction members, showing off your Faction skillz, or maybe you could join forces with other Factions and grab a snapshot which shows how heroic you all are? The 20 best submissions will be picked by the LEGO Universe judging panel and win awesome LEGO Hero Factory prizes! Heroes for heroes – it’s only fair!

May 28 – May 29   Faction Unity – Battle together for Nimbus Station!
In the Battle of Nimbus Station (or, as it is know on the streets of LEGO Universe, ‘BoNS’) defeat the 4 Riders of the Maelstrom to be in the drawing for LEGO Ninjago Sets such as the LEGO Ninjago Battle Arena and LEGO Ninjago Skeleton Bowling. Teamwork is key in this challenge – whether it’s within or across Factions!

Nexus Force Members, get ready to join forces or be prepared to beat the other Factions, and above all, remember to have fun! Let the games begin! Go Nexus Force Minifigures, go!

Build Nexus Tower: Coming EXTREMELY Soon!

We now have an official release date for Nexus Tower! May 3rd! But first, players have to donate the bricks that are needed to build the actual tower, and THEN you are allowed to visit. Nexus Tower isn't the only big update coming soon though, we have Dragon Maw Chasm that will also premier on May 3rd along with the new EXTRA large property, Nimbus Isle. All of the huge updates everybody has been waiting for will finally be here! Go to this link for the official article on the release of Nexus Tower.

Official Article

8 New Faction Cars and Rockets

I hope that you have been saving up your faction tokens! New faction cars and rockets are coming soon! Show off your pride for your faction with the 4 new cars and 4 new rockets! Each Car module will cost 2,000 coins and 6o tokens, while each Rocket module will cost 3,000 coins and 80 tokens. They are expensive but really cool! Here are the names of the rockets and cars for each faction:

The new Faction Car names are:
• Assembly Blockader
• Paradox Blindsider
• Sentinel Stalwart
• Venture League Hinterlander

The new Faction Rocket names are:
• Assembly Solarblast
• Paradox Darkwarp
• Sentinel Startalon
• Venture League Astroscout

Enjoy buying your faction cars and rockets! See you on the racetrack with them!
-Zorkonian12

Welcome to Paradise-Nimbus Isle!

So, you thought Avant Grove was pretty big, huh? You haven't seen a big property until you've seen Nimbus Isle. Nimbus Isle is supposed to be even larger than Avant Grove, and have many more building oppurtunities plus a great view of a calming ocean. What more could you ask for? I know, I know, there's still a lot of stuff you could ask for in a property. But for now, this is the best you can get. Read this letter from the community staff to all of the 'adventurers' in Lego Universe. And most importantly, have fun building at Nimbus Isle! I know I will!

-Zorkonian12

Adventurers,

The Property Guards need your help!

A new, uncharted island was just spotted near Nimbus Station by Property Guard Bud Nippit! Since he discovered the island, he has earned the honor of naming this new area – and he chose Nimbus Isle! Quite fitting, isn’t it?

Nimbus Isle is a larger-sized Property than Nimbus Rock – some might say it is comparable to the size of Avant Grove! Brave Bud Nippit insisted on being the first to explore Nimbus Isle, to make sure it is a fitting habitat for Minifigures. We’ve just received a report from him that Nimbus Isle is swarming with Stromling Mechs, Stromling Admirals and Dark Ronin. Apparently, they are trying to build a monument to the Darkitect out of some rubble, but luckily for us, they are really lousy at building and just watch rocks roll off each other.

Bud Nippit reports further that although Nimbus Isle is filled with the Maelstrom, he sees potential for great beauty and peace on Nimbus Isle. Nimbus Isle has a premium oceanic view –which he assures us will be sure to inspire builders and visitors alike!

Meanwhile, Property Guards stationed in Nimbus Station are working tirelessly to build a Rocket Launch Pad to Nimbus Isle. As soon as this Launch Pad is ready, please, won’t you help Bud Nippit who is bravely facing the Maelstrom alone? We’re told that the new Launch Pad will be found in Brick Annex, on the path towards Pet Cove’s launcher.

While you wait for the finishing touches to the Launch Pad, discuss this article and your new Property ideas on the message boards!

Can You Handle Dragonmaw Chasm?

As promised by the developers, Dragonmaw Chasm Raceway will be opening to the public sometime around this week. An official date has not been said, however the news on it was posted on the Community site, so you know it will be coming very soon. The race track in Forbidden Valley will be THE toughest race track in the Lego Universe, and you will need lots of skill to race on it and win. It takes you through glowing dragon eggs, where you have to dodge the mother's fireballs, then up and around the great tree on a steep and winding track, across wooden tracks, down into canyons, and around the refinery. The track is like a highly dangerous, life threatening, adrenaline pumping, scenic tour through Forbidden Valley. Whoever thought of combining a scenic tour and life threatening roads was genius. :)

Official Valiant Weapons!

Some of you may remember the post on "Ultimate Lego Universe Weapons!" where I gave you the link and the club code to see concept art for the two-handed weapons. I was recently told by a friend (his username is smashed, look for him on LU) that some official information has been extracted from the game files and posted on Lego Universe Wiki. All of the information that I am about to share was taken from the Lego Universe Wiki site. You can also expect some new faction kits that are going to be really awesome, although not much information has been released on them. One thing that I find a little unfair is that the Space Marauder "Chaingunnar" seems a little overpowered compared to others. Take a look at its stats.

Here they are!

Sentinel:

Knight:
Name: The Powerjouster
Combo: 3+4+4
Offhand Skill: Charge forward, doing 7 damage and knocking down enemies you strike.
Charge Up: Hurl lance and deal 5 damage to enemies in front of you.

Samurai:
Name: The Samuraizor
Combo: 3+3+4
Offhand Skill: Create a target dummy that attacks nearby enemies
Charge-Up: Spin around, doing 10 damage to nearby enemies

Space Ranger:
Name: The Power Spork
Combo: Unknown
Offhand Skill: Unknown
Charge-Up: Unknown

Paradox

Space Marauder:
Name: The Chaingunnar
Combo: 6 (impressive!)
Offhand Skill: Create a mech that does 4 damage to enemies
Charge-Up: Hold down attack to do 2 damage every half second (4 damage per second!)

Sorcerer:
Name: The Doomslicer
Combo: 3+3+4
Offhand Skill: Summon a spiderling that does 3 damage to enemies
Charge-Up: Spin around doing 8 damage to nearby enemies

Shinobi:
Name: The Nightslasher
Combo: Unknown
Offhand Skill: Unknown
Charge-Up: Unkown

Assembly

Engineer:
Name: The Serratorizer
Combo: 3+3+4
Offhand Skill: Deploy a bot quick build that will fight for the player using 4 damage projectiles.
Charge-Up: Spin around doing 3 pulses of 5 damage to nearby enemies

Summoner:
Name: The Wingreaper
Combo: 3+4+4
Offhand Skill: Summon 3 owls that attack enemies and do 2 damage
Charge-Up: Knock back enemies in front of you

Inventor:
Name: The Bug Zapper
Combo: Unknown
Offhand Skill: Unknown
Charge-Up: Unknown

Venture League

Buccaneer:
Name: The Broadsider
Combo: 3+4+4
Offhand Skill: Create a schooner that rams a nearby enemy for 7 damage
Charge-Up: Create a flock of parrots that does 7 damage in front of you

Daredevil:
Name: The Rutcarver
Damage: 3+3+4
Offhand Skill: Rush forward and deal 6 damage to enemies
Charge-Up: Spin around doing 2 pulses of 5 damage to nearby enemies

Adventurer:
Name: The Asp Kicker (Seriously, no joke.)
Damage: Unknown
Offhand Skill: Unknown
Charge-Up: Unknown

TONS of New Content!

Thought March held a lot of content with Crux Prime and Avant Grove? Wait until you see what's in store for April! Nexus Tower will be opening upon the completion of getting enough bricks. Dragonmaw Casm, which has been on the loading screen for a while, will finally open sometime in April. There will also be a new Nimbus Station Property called Nimbus Isle. It has not been released whether it will be as big as Avant Grove or the size of the normal properties. Avant Grove still remains the largest property availible. Another item from the loading screen will be coming this month also. Faction racing cars! Buy these awesome cars from your faction vendor and join the racing competitions with your support for your faction! And finally, there will be new Safari models being sold by Autumn Helix in Brick Annex for you to decorate your Nimbus Isle property with. Not to mention the fact that you will now be able to store your pet ON your property! You can have it welcome all of your visitors! Here is the complete list of new content coming out in April, directly from the Community Site:

Adventurers, Builders, and Racers! Exciting news from the front line!

Are you ready to Build Nexus Tower? With an all new Community Mission to Build Nexus Tower, 48 new daily missions, a new larger sized Property (Nimbus Isle) and so much more, there will certainly be something for everyone!

Nexus Tower Community Missions!
Introducing for the first time: Community Missions! What better way to premiere this new Mission system than with the largest build, ever? Minifigures from all Factions will need to work together to donate the massive amount of bricks needed to complete Nexus Tower!

How do you donate? It’s as easy as pie! Head over to Nexus Jay and Kurt Tussel who will give you the Missions to donate bricks to the Nexus Jawbox!




Simply add the bricks you would like to donate into the box and let the Nexus Jawbox take care of the rest! Donate bricks to build Nexus Tower and to complete the new “Nexus Tower Builder” Achievements, Tiers 1-6! Once Nexus Tower is completed, you won’t be able to work on these Achievements anymore, so don’t wait!

Dragonmaw Chasm and new Dragonmaw Chasm Race Cars
Be prepared for the scariest thrill ride of your life! The most challenging racetrack is on its way! Dragonmaw Chasm Raceway is located in Forbidden Valley. Find the launcher to the Dragonmaw Chasm Raceway in Mantis Rock. Before you rev up to start the Race, make a quick pit stop at Yam Waterwolf’s shop. He’s got two new Dragonmaw Chasm themed Race Cars to race in!




Faction Rockets & Faction Race Cars!
Show your Faction pride by flying around in a Faction Rocket or racing in a Faction Race Car! Very soon, Faction Vendors in Nimbus Plaza will be offering Faction Rockets and Faction Race Cars in their shops! Unlike other Rocket or Car parts, you will need Faction Tokens in addition to coins to purchase these special parts. Save your Faction Tokens now so you can be the first to fly or race in the new Faction Rockets and Race Cars! See your Faction Vendor in Nimbus Station soon!




Nimbus Isle!
Property Guard, Bud Nippit, needs your help to clear the biggest and newest Property: Nimbus Isle! Head over to Brick Annex to find the Rocket Launch Pad, located across from Rad Eccles. Be prepared to face Stroming Mechs, Stromling Admirals and Dark Ronin: they won’t give up the Property without a fight!




Build your own Zoo or wild Safari … with your own Pets!
Are you an animal lover like Coalessa? Stop by Brick Annex to see Autumn Helix’ new wares! She’s stocked up her shop with cool new Zoo and Safari themed model sets! With over 80 new models, you can build your own Zoo or wild Safari on your new Nimbus Isle Property – with your own pets too!




That’s right! You will be able to place your beloved Pets on your Property! If you summon your Pet on your Property, your Pet will behave as it would anywhere else. The real magic happens when you place your Pet on your Property while in the Place Models mode! Now you can apply Behaviors, set Movement and even change the name of your Pet! Don’t worry, if you ever want your plastic companion back at your side in battle, you can always return the Pet model to your backpack. That is, unless you break your Pet model down in Brick mode! If you do, be ready to say sayonara to Fido.

There is so much in store. Stay tuned for the latest news and updates!

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April Contest Calendar!

Hi Everyone!

Ready for some awesome new contests this month? You better be, because there will a whole bunch of new contests. Remember how March was nicknamed "Battle Month" because of all of the battle themed challenges? April is now "Racing Month"! Get ready to race your heart out around the Lego Universe worlds to compete to win awesome prizes. Want to see exactly which contest will be coming and when? Check out the list below:

April 1 – April 30 Build a Race Car!
The April monthly contest will shoot us off to a flying start! Submit a picture of your finest race car to Creation Lab – whether you’ve built it in LEGO Universe, in LEGO Digital Designer or at home on your living room floor. Later this week we will post instruction on how to build a chassis for inspiration, but remember: anything goes, as long as it looks legendary! Up for grabs are LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT 2.0 Sets.

April 9 – April 10 Vertigo Loop Racetrack Grand Prix
Many Minifigures know the Nimbus Station racetrack like their own backyard, so competition is going to be fierce! Tip: Get under your fellow racers by placing yourself on the inside of a sharp turn, brake by hitting Shift and make a ninja-fast inside pass! Win LEGO World Racers for your efforts.

April 16 – April 17 Keelhaul Canyon Racetrack Grand Prix
Fill your mirrors with Minifigures in hot pursuit on the Gnarled Forest racetrack! Watch out for Maelstrom whirlwinds and infected crates, and rooster tails of dirt from the Cars in front. Friendly pushing and shoving is allowed! LEGO Creator cars are at stake!

April 23 – April 24 Race Car Screenshot Contest
Snap a screenshot of your best moment on the tracks and submit it to Creation Lab. Or show us the most rocking race car you’ve assembled in-game! The 20 best submissions will win dizzying LEGO Ninjago prizes such as the Turbo Shredder and Nuckal’s ATV!

April 30 – May 1 Mystery Racetrack Grand Prix
You will be pushing the pedal to the metal somewhere in LEGO Universe... The location is still unknown, but stay posted on LEGOuniverse.com/community! For now, rest assured - it is not going to be easy, but it will be fun! LEGO City Sets will be yours if you win!

For official information directly from the Community site on this contest click here.