The New Guardians' Ship

The New Guardians' Ship, released in 2023 under the LEGO Marvel theme, was designed to coincide with the theatrical release of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. As the central vessel for the team in the film, the set was engineered to capture the distinct, curved aesthetic of the Bowie, reflecting the character arc of the Guardians as they transitioned into a new chapter of their history. The design focuses on interior accessibility, featuring a cockpit that accommodates multiple minifigures and a modular structure that allows for play-based interaction with the ship's complex assembly.

The set was developed by the LEGO design team to satisfy both adult collectors and younger fans, incorporating a display stand that emphasizes the ship's sleek, asymmetrical flight profile. It was well-received upon launch for its intricate techniques used to achieve the unconventional hull shapes and for its inclusion of updated character figures, which were praised for their detail and accuracy to the source material. The release serves as a tribute to the conclusion of James Gunn's trilogy, marking a significant piece in the broader catalog of LEGO Marvel space-faring vehicles.