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Web Release
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Web Release
LEGO Launches One Piece Sets with Netflix
LEGO has revealed an exciting new One Piece collection, developed in collaboration with Netflix and Tomorrow Studios. Inspired by the hit live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's beloved manga, the new brick-based range captures pivotal moments and settings from One Piece Season 1. This highly anticipated release includes seven intricately designed sets, offering fans the chance to recreate scenes such as Luffy's first meeting with Shanks, the dramatic battle at Arlong Park, and Buggy the Clown's terrifying circus. Each set is packed with interactive play features, detailed interiors, and collectible minifigures, appealing to both long-time followers and new audiences. Standout Sets with Detailed Design One of the collection's highlights is the Going Merry Pirate Ship, a 1,376-piece replica of the Straw Hat Pirates' iconic vessel. The ship includes a fully designed cabin, kitchen, storage space, and accessory room. Minifigures of Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji bring the ship's crew to life. Another showstopper is the Baratie Floating Restaurant, a massive 3,402-piece set featuring rich interior detail, including Zeff's quarters, dining halls, and a treasure room. It comes with ten minifigures, including the Straw Hat crew along with Zeff, Garp, Helmeppo, Koby, and Mihawk. Each set also includes collectible 'Wanted' posters, encouraging fans to complete the full range. Global Events and Launch Details To mark the release, LEGO Stores around the world will host One Piece-themed events throughout August. Activities include a Gum Gum Fruit Make & Take, Straw Hat headband giveaways, and the Minifigure Factory, where fans can create their own custom One Piece characters. LEGO Insiders will also receive a special One Piece passport stamp, enhancing the collectible experience. Ranging from $30 to $330 USD, the LEGO One Piece collection is available for pre-order now, with an official launch date set for August 1, 2025. With Season 2 of Netflix's adaptation arriving in 2026, this collaboration offers fans a new, hands-on way to dive deeper into the One Piece universe.
Hypebeast
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Iconic Moments From Netflix's ‘One Piece' Come to Life in New LEGO Sets
Summary LEGOhas officially unveiled the One Piece collection. A collaboration withNetflixandTomorrow Studios, the collection brings the beloved live-action adaptation ofEiichiro Oda's legendary manga to life in brick form. The collection features seven seafaring sets, each inspired by iconic moments from Season 1 of Netflix'sOne Piece. Fans can recreate memorable scenes, including Luffy's first encounter with Shanks, the Straw Hat Pirates' battle at Arlong Park and Buggy the Clown's circus of horrors. With intricate details, collectible minifigures and interactive play elements, the sets offer an immersive building experience for both longtime fans and newcomers. Among the standout sets is the Going Merry Pirate Ship, a 1,376-piece recreation of the Straw Hat Pirates' iconic vessel. The set includes detailed interiors, such as a crew's cabin, kitchen, storage area and accessory workshop, along with minifigures of Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp and Sanji. Another highlight is the Baratie Floating Restaurant, a massive 3,402-piece set featuring dining areas, Zeff's quarters and a treasure room, complete with ten minifigures, including the Stray Hats crew alongside Zeff, Garp, Helmeppo, Koby and Mihawk. Each set also includes collectible 'Wanted' posters, encouraging fans to explore and collect them all. To celebrate the launch, LEGO Stores worldwide will host exclusiveOne Piece-themed events throughout August. Fans can participate in interactive experiences, such as a Gum Gum Fruit Make & Take activity, a Straw Hat Headband giveaway and a Minifigure Factory, where they can customize their ownOne Piececharacters. Additionally, LEGO Insiders can receive a special One Piece passport stamp, adding a unique collectible element to the experience. Prices range from $30 – $330 USD, LEGO's One Piece collection is available for pre-ordernow, with sets officially launching on August 1, 2025. As Netflix prepares to debut Season 2 of the live-action adaptation in 2026, this collaboration offers fans a new way to connect with the series.
Associated Press
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Work Culture Expert Joel Zeff Shares How to Make National Fun at Work Day a ‘Ta-Da!' Success
/ -- With hybrid work, generational gaps, and economic pressures creating tension in today's workplace, finding ways to connect and celebrate has never been more crucial. Enter National Fun at Work Day on January 31—a timely reminder that fostering joy and creativity isn't just about lighthearted moments. It's a powerful strategy to boost morale, enhance productivity, and build stronger, more collaborative teams. Joel Zeff, a nationally renowned work-culture expert, humorist, and author, believes this day is the perfect opportunity for organizations to hit pause, celebrate their successes, and rediscover the transformative power of fun at work. 'Fun at work isn't just a perk—it's a game-changer,' says Joel Zeff, author of Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work. 'When teams take time to laugh, celebrate wins, and embrace creativity, it strengthens collaboration, innovation, and resilience. National Fun at Work Day is the perfect chance to energize your team and show them how much they're valued.' Joel Zeff's Tips for Celebrating National Fun at Work Day Zeff offers practical and engaging ways to bring fun and connection into your workplace: 1. Celebrate Small Wins with a 'Ta-Da!' Moment: Recognize and applaud even minor achievements. Hosting a team shout-out session is a simple way to foster morale and a sense of accomplishment. 2. Embrace Change and Flexibility: Encourage your team to see challenges as opportunities. Improv games can help employees adapt to change, improve problem-solving, and build resilience in a fun, interactive way. 3. Foster Positive Support and Collaboration: Strengthen team bonds by creating an environment of trust. Plan team-building activities that encourage open communication and shared success. 4. Incorporate Humor and Playfulness: Lighten the mood by injecting humor into the day. Host a trivia game, share funny stories, or try a playful dress-up theme. 5. Encourage Creative Expression: Let employees unleash their creativity through brainstorming sessions, art projects, or innovation challenges. These activities inspire new ideas while promoting engagement. With more than 25 years of experience captivating audiences, Zeff blends laugh-out-loud humor with actionable strategies to help organizations navigate change, foster teamwork, and spark innovation. His high-energy, interactive style leaves teams inspired and equipped to build thriving workplace cultures. Zeff is available for interviews and in-studio appearances. About Joel Zeff Joel Zeff is a dynamic speaker, work culture expert, improvisational humorist, and author. His interactive performances invite members of the audience to participate in hilarious improvisational exercises that illustrate Joel's central message: That organizations and individuals should CELEBRATE their successes to increase collaboration, productivity, passion, and innovation. Since 1997, Joel has inspired audiences from Wells Fargo to Samsung to KPMG and even the IRS. Yes, the IRS. Joel is a masterful keynote speaker and a nationally renowned motivator, humorist, and improvisational actor. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years, and he has shared his insight at more than 2,500 events. His new book, Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work, provides actionable strategies to unleash the fun in the workplace. Joel Zeff Idea Grove Legal Disclaimer:
