Set #8979-1: Malum

[Ddude The Insane]

Malum Set Review

Coming into the store,I had high hopes.I already got Strakk and Skrall,and let me tell you-these are the best Bionicles so far.The Lego Company has finally discovered an EFFECTIVE blaster.As it turns out,Malum would be the best Glatorian I have gotten yet.

Building Fun-3/5

The new sets are fun to build,but let's face it-other than titans,all Bio sets take 5 minutes to build.We need something that still has a challenge.Despite this,not bd for a Bio.

Appearence-4/5

Lately,the sets have turned over to appearence.they don't put as much effort into usability as they used to.This set was an exception.It was cool-looking and usable,like other Glatorians,with which the quality level has gone up from last year.He was symetrical yet ingenious.Even on both sides,yet still worthwhile.The only problem is head movement,consticted by armor,chest and shoulder.

Playability-5/5

The lego group tried something rare-claws.This was rather smart.With handheld weapons,everything bends around and slows readjustment.With short yet impressive claws,you have much more flexibility.Also,the launcher on his shoulder works well,not having to drag a launcher all around.His armor functions well,although i mentioned a bit ago that some of thearmor messes ith head movement.this is the only con.

Price-2/5

As we know,set prices have climbed with the economy.Unfotunately,this price is too high.$13 for one set goes too far.This is a good,no great set,but a more agreeable price would be $10.Still,mostly worth it.

Overall-4.5/5

Despite some small problems,they are mostly appearence related,and this is by far the best Glatorian I have.This is the one I think you should pick if you get one Bio a year,although I have high hopes for Gresh which I will buy and review soon.The quality of Bionicles has improved from lst year,so make sure you get a few.