This post is a review of the nanoblock Jack-o’-Lantern build. Jack-o’-Lantern is part of the nanoblock Mini Collection series. Wondering what else is part of the Mini Collection? Click here for a list.
Number: NBC_097
Number of Pieces: 160
Difficulty Rating: 2/5
I bought this kit used, knowing I would at least get the instructions. I also ended up getting all the bricks to complete the kit. Sadly, however, some of the bricks have become with age. The discolored bricks may be visible in my photographs.
This is one of several versions of a Jack-o’-Lantern. This one is unique because of the witch in the background. The Jack-o’-Lantern is also glow-in-the-dark, so it appears lit if the bricks get enough light.
The first section is to build the actual Jack-o’-Lantern. It begins with a base layer of orange bricks that I lay out on my nanoblock pad. The pumpkin section goes up in straightforward layers. The gaps in the Jack-o’-Lantern are backed in glow-in-the-dark bricks. The pumpkin is wearing a witch hat, which is once again simple layers.
The second section is the moon. The moon is a simple stack of bricks. I really like how the bricks are laid out, making the moon appear curved. The curve is very natural-looking.
The last major section is the witch riding a broom. The build is very detailed, creating a tiny human.
All three sections are connected together on a double-sized base. The base isn’t held together very tightly, so it’s possible for things to fall apart. The Moon section is very top-heavy, so you need to be careful when moving the build.
Things I liked:
- I like the glow-in-the-dark bricks. I didn’t know there were glow-in-the-dark bricks
- I like the curve of the moon. It looks natural
Things I didn’t like:
- The 2 bases aren’t held together very well, so things can fall apart when moving