Rumours are swirling in the LEGO community that could bring together two of the biggest fandoms of all time — LEGO and Pokémon. According to multiple leaks, a massive set featuring the Kanto starters — Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle — may be arriving in 2026. With an estimated 6,838 pieces and a price tag around $649.99 USD, this could be one of the largest Pokémon-themed LEGO sets ever produced.
What the Leaks Suggest
- Set Number: 72153 (unconfirmed)
- Piece Count: ~6,838 pieces
- Price Point: ~$649.99 USD (approx. £520 GBP / €600 EUR)
- Characters Included: Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle — the original Pokémon starters
- Release Window: Rumoured for Pokémon Day (27 February 2026) with wider availability in early March
A Potential Collector’s Centrepiece
If true, this would position the LEGO Pokémon Starter Trio as a flagship release in the same league as LEGO’s Ultimate Collector Series for Star Wars. The piece count alone would put it among the largest LEGO sets of all time, and combining all three beloved Pokémon in one package would make it an instant collector’s display piece.
A Bigger LEGO Pokémon Line Incoming?
The Starter Trio isn’t the only rumour. Reports suggest LEGO has plans for a full Pokémon theme in 2026, with up to 20 retail sets and additional promos or BrickHeadz exclusives. There are also hints of experimental “smart brick” elements being developed for future interactive Pokémon builds — though details remain scarce.
Fandom Frontiers’ Take
While LEGO hasn’t confirmed anything yet, the buzz around this potential Starter Trio release highlights just how much demand there is for a serious Pokémon LEGO line. If it launches as described, this set could be a milestone for collectors — uniting nostalgia, scale, and display value in one build.
That said, by combining all three starters into one release, LEGO may have overlooked a core part of the Pokémon experience: the tradition of choosing your first partner Pokémon. Part of the magic for trainers is deciding between Bulbasaur, Charmander, or Squirtle — and that choice is tied to personal identity and nostalgia. In our view, separating these into individual sets might have captured that feeling more effectively, while still allowing collectors to chase the full trio if they wished.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on any official announcements and will update as soon as LEGO makes it official.
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