Spyrius was a LEGO Space subtheme released in 1994 that consisted of 9 sets until it was discontinued in 1996 (with some additional released sets a couple years later). The story line featured a group of spies that frequently stole technology from other factions with their robots. The Spyrius' base was found on one of the outer planets of the galaxies, also called Spyrius. After stealing items from other space factions, they would bring their catches back to their planet, and guard it with their giant robots.
1996 LEGO Sets
In 1996, the LEGO Group continued its legacy of innovation, though it was nearing a challenging period in its history. This year saw the company's ventures into digital media, with the establishment of LEGO Media, marking its initial foray into the world of video games and multimedia. Additionally, the Technic line was rebranded to create a more coherent global brand identity. While traditional brick sets remained popular, the mid-90s marked the beginning of a time when the company recognized the need for diversification and modernization to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving toy market.