Overwatch Fan Makes Adorable LEGO Models of Pharah and Brigitte
Since its release in 2016, Blizzard’s hit hero shooter Overwatch, has captured the attention and imagination of players worldwide. With a highly anticipated sequel entering public beta later this month, the Overwatch community is abuzz with renewed creativity and excitement.
Though beloved by many, the game has had a troubled development history, featuring the addition of certain controversial maps and characters. Now, however, even some of Overwatch’s most divisive elements are getting some love in brick form.
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On the Overwatch subreddit, user AL-Walker posted some impressive LEGO builds depicting a BrickHeadz style Pharah and Brigitte. BrickHeadz is a style of LEGO building that differs from creating custom Overwatch minifigures by creating characters from LEGO bricks instead of minifigure parts. Using this method, AL-Walker has captured an extraordinary likeness of the characters; Pharah’s striking blue and yellow rocket suit retains its unique, eagle-like silhouette while Brigitte wields her trademark flail and barrier.
The attention to detail is truly remarkable, as Brigitte’s hair alone is rendered in such incredible detail that fans can make out the hair clips at her temples as well as her high ponytail. Keen-eyed players will also notice the familiar lion emblem on her shield, which AL-Walker clarifies is taken from Reinhardt’s official Overwatch LEGO set. Clearly, this Brigitte has her ultimate ability active, as her golden “Rally” flag is erect behind her, presumably giving out armor to anyone within its Area of Effect.
This isn’t the first time that LEGO has fueled creative Overwatch endeavors, as both fans and developers alike have had the chance to
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