After a very themed Series 28, LEGO switches things up again with Series 29, bringing back that classic mixed lineup of characters we all know and love. Twelve completely different minifigures, no single theme tying them together, just creativity, nostalgia, and a couple of very interesting surprises.

And yeah… we are here to talk about those surprises.

Bionicle and Ninjago?

Let’s start with the big one this go-around: the Bionicle Cosplayer.

This figure is dressed as Toa Tahu, the original fire Toa from 2001,  and if you know Bionicle (all REAL Lego fans do), you know how big that is. Bionicle wasn’t just any Lego theme, it basically saved Lego  in the early 2000s before it got phased out with the inevitable lack of interest in the Hero Factory. It introduced storytelling, collectibility, and a fanbase that still exists today, even though the theme is long gone from the shelves.

Seeing Tahu represented in minifigure form is honestly kind of surreal for a big Bionicle and Hero Factory fan myself. The mask is instantly recognizable, the color scheme is spot-on with the signature red, and it feels like Lego is finally acknowledging just how important that era was to all of us.

It’s not a “true” Bionicle figure sure, but it is a fan in costume, and honestly, that makes it even cooler. It’s Lego basically saying: we know you love this.

This is easily one of the most nostalgic CMFs we’ve gotten in years and I am all here for it.

Then there’s the Mysterious Ronin… which is confirmed to be Lloyd, the Green Ninja, from Ninjago, but older? This is another figure that is really connecting with fans, especially with the insane price hike of vintage Ninjago sets from the 2010s.

This one is a deep cut. Ninjago has been running since 2011, and we’ve seen Lloyd go from a bratty kid to Green Ninja to full-on leader in the new Dragons Rising show. This version feels like a whole new persona, older, wiser, and styled like a wandering ronin. Almost like a Robin Hood.

For Ninjago fans, this is huge. It’s not just another Lloyd variant, its only the second Ninjago figure to come out of a non-Ninjago themed set. Amazing isn’t it?

And let’s be real, this is probably going to be one of the hardest figures to find in the series. Between Ninjago fans and collectors looking for a sick Robin Hood-looking Ninja character, this one is going to get hunted down fast.

The Rest of the Lineup

Outside of those two, the rest of the series is still quite fun with a mix of real-world, fantasy, and just straight-up weird ideas.

Here’s the full breakdown:

• Soccer Goalkeeper – Clean sports figure with a new football element. Solid, but nothing crazy.

• Marine Biologist – Comes with a clownfish and ocean gear. This one is surprisingly detailed and useful for City builders.

• Tuba Player – A big instrument piece always adds value and is great for street scenes or orchestras.

• Unicorn Elf – Fantasy fans win here. Bright colors, magical vibe, very display-friendly. And a unicorn sidekick?!

• Monster Hunter – Steampunk energy with weapons and gear and feels like it belongs in its own theme.

• Robot T. rex – One of the most unique figs here and my top pick. A robotic dinosaur? Yeah, that’s definitely a must grad.

• Chocolatier – Simple, but actually really clean and unique and could fit into modular city displays nicely.

• Boba Cup Fan – Modern, quirky, and very “current day Lego minifigure.” Not for everyone, but it does fit into today’s hip culture.

• Cute Witch – Bright, detailed, and comes with a cat (why is it not black?). This one will be quietly popular I am sure.

• Trash Monster – Weird in the best way. Also introduces some really fun new elements which will be very sought after.

The big thing here? A nice variety. This is what CMFs need to be about. Not the silly animal costumes from Series 28 CMFs.

What Is So Different This Time?

What stands out about Series 29 is how it balances three types of collectors:

• Nostalgia with Bionicle fans

• Theme collectors

• General Lego fans

That’s not easy to pull off in a single wave, at least with the recent ones they have been coming out with. Also, compared to Series 28, this feels like a complete resent, and I know everyone is dying for that.

Should You Get It?

Genuinely, this series is one of the few where you should probably get the full thing. My opinion of course, but I honestly think most people would agree.

The only downside? Because of those standout figures, this series might be a little harder to complete and if you don’t get them the second they come out. Some boxes are going to disappear quickly once people figure out what’s inside. The QR codes don’t help with that.

Honest Thoughts

Series 29 feels like Lego remembering what made CMFs great in the first place, creativity, variety, and the occasional surprise that hits way harder than expected.

The Bionicle cosplayer isn’t just a minifigure, it’s a callback to an entire era. And Lloyd? That’s a glimpse into what Lego storytelling can look like in minifigure form. Everything else just fills in a really solid lineup around those two. 

Short version? This is a collector’s series, and one of the better ones we’ve seen in a while.