A look at BuffaLUG’s imaginative LEGO builds

For the members of the 18-and-older BuffaLUG—“LUG” stands for “LEGO Users Group”—a lifetime of fandom has developed into a unique hobby. If you have attended events like Nickel City Comic Con, you may have seen the group’s astoundingly large, and impressively creative, custom builds.

Eric Santiago is the group’s cofounder and president. He explains that BuffaLUG began in early 2021 as a Facebook group, before eventually moving to in-person meetings at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery. Today there are 25 active members who attend meetings, volunteer at events and participate in building collaborations. Bringing these builds to shows, however, is not easy.

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