One LEGO Pokémon face ultimately set the scale for each build
The face of one specific LEGO Pokémon was the key factor behind determining exactly how large the first wave of upcoming sets would be.
Pokémon fans will finally be able to catch their own brick-built creature models starting next month. A trio of LEGO Pokémon sets will be released into the wild on February 27, with each build attempting to capture the unique look and features of the different critters in their own distinctive ways.
The creation of the first LEGO Pokémon wave has been discussed in detail in an interview on LEGO.com, revealing how certain aspects of each of the creatures provided a starting point for the final scale of the builds.
“The brief for this model was to build Eevee as accurately as possible and bring in playful poseability to reflect the nature of the character,” explained LEGO Pokémon designer Ilia Gotlib. “Pokémon are very organic-looking, which can be super challenging but equally exciting when building them with LEGO bricks.”
The task of creating 72151 Eevee’s recognisable look required translating the rounded appearance of the Pokémon into a satisfying LEGO form, with particular attention paid to the creature’s face.
“The scale was largely informed by Eevee’s face, in particular its eyes and mouth,” said Ilia. “We were lucky enough to develop two new bow elements that are used on the sides of Eevee’s head to create a smooth transition from the head to the body.”
Focusing on the face of a Pokémon to determine the size of its LEGO counterpart was also the focus of the designer behind another upcoming model, 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise.
“I use references to start imagining how I will build some of the most unique parts,” elaborated Senior Designer Peter Carmichael, who noted that Venusaur’s eyes became a key element during the development process and ended up giving the LEGO Pokémon team a scale for all of the theme’s upcoming builds to follow.
“The main goal of this LEGO set is that while each Pokémon and their environment is so different in shape and colour, they all feel like they are part of the same world,” said Peter regarding 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise.
“We always try our best to innovate and push the boundaries of the LEGO system when designing a new product. This LEGO set is no exception,” Peter continued, a challenge that required unique building techniques in order to achieve the look of Venusaur’s head and jaw, Charizard’s long, curved neck and Blastoise’s technically complex shell with cannons.
72151 Eevee and 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise both launch on February 27, alongside 72152 Pikachu and Poké Ball. Some lucky fans will also be able to pick up 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection as a GWP on that date, as well as an exclusive LEGO Insiders Reward in the shape of 40911 Mini Pokémon Center.
Confirmed and rumoured LEGO Pokémon sets for 2026
| LEGO set | Price | Pieces | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection | Free with 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise only | 312 | February 27, 2026 |
| 40911 Mini Pokémon Center | Insiders reward (2,500 points) | 233 | February 27, 2026 |
| 72151 Eevee | £54.99 / $59.99 / €59.99 | 587 | February 27, 2026 |
| 72152 Pikachu and Poké Ball | £179.99 / $199.99 / €199.99 | 2,050 | February 27, 2026 |
| 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise | £579.99 / $649.99 / €649.99 | 6,838 | February 27, 2026 |
| 72156 Squirtle’s Training Buggy Adventure | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| 72157 Charmander’s Wild Encounter with Geodude | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| 72164 Pikachu’s Training House | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| 72166 Cubone vs Gengar’s Ghost Challenge | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| 72167 Jolteon vs Charizard | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Scorbunny Evolution | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Stadium Bus | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Eevee Evolution | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Dojo House with Riolu | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Mewtwo Lab | TBC | TBC | Summer 2026 |
| TBC Smart Brick Pikachu | TBC | TBC | TBC 2026 |
| TBC Smart Play: Pikachu’s House | $69.99 | TBC | Summer 2026 |
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