About LEGO Minifigure
The LEGO promotional minifigure theme encompasses a variety of exclusive minifigures released as promotional items or for special events. Notable figures include Lester, a distinctive character representing the Leicester Square LEGO store in London; Michele Mouton, commemorating the renowned French rally driver; and Biff Starling, an astrobot figure tied to the LEGO Discovery Center. The theme also includes the Brick Friday 2019 Minifigure, part of a Black Friday promotion. These sets were typically available for limited times, often at specific events or through special promotions, making them highly sought after by collectors.
2002 LEGO Sets
2002 was a mixed year of success and experimentation. Star Wars dominated with Episode II: Attack of the Clones sets and collector favorites like the Imperial Star Destroyer (10030), while the Western theme’s Fort LEGOredo (6762) gained long-term appeal. New themes included Spider-Man, Island Xtreme Stunts, and expanded Racers sets, but LEGO also faced missteps with Galidor and Spybotics—both short-lived departures from traditional building. Core themes such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Alpha Team remained strong, making 2002 a year of both breakthroughs and lessons learned.