Hornet Scout
other • 73 pcs
- Set number
- 2965-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 73
- Released
- 1998
- Theme
- Other
- Minifigures
- 2
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Where it came from
The Hornet Scout, set number 2965-1, was released by the LEGO Group in 1999 as part of the short-lived Throwbot line, which was later rebranded as Slizer in international markets. This collection represented a significant technical shift for the company, serving as a precursor to the Bionicle phenomenon. The set was designed to explore the integration of Technic construction elements with stylized, character-driven themes that prioritized action-oriented play and modular customization.
Each figure in the series was designed to represent a specific elemental motif, with the Hornet Scout featuring a distinctive insectoid aesthetic that departed from the more humanoid designs of its peers. The packaging included a specialized canister that functioned as both a storage vessel and a functional play environment. At the time of its release, the series was received as a bold departure from traditional building sets, successfully bridging the gap between mechanical construction toys and the burgeoning market for narrative-based action figures.
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