Miles Morales

Name: LEGO Miles Morales 40536
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40536
Rating: 4.92 (12 reviews)

78 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2022214 pcsHigh agreement · 98%

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Synthesized Verdict

"With a BrickScore of 77.5 and a near-perfect 4.92 owner rating from 12 buyers, the Miles Morales Brick Sketch delivers a clever, affordable portrait that punches above its 214-piece count, making it a clear Recommended pick for Marvel fans and Brick Sketches collectors alike."

The Miles Morales Brick Sketch (40536) earns a BrickScore of 77.5 and sits solidly in the Recommended tier, with both expert reviewers and the 12 LEGO.com owner ratings (4.92 out of 5, 100% would recommend) praising its effective character portrayal, clever building techniques, and strong value at $16.99. Critics note minor accuracy issues with the mask's eyes and a slightly flimsy hood attachment, but the overall verdict is a worthwhile, accessible display piece for Marvel fans.

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LOVED (8)

01Very effective portrait of Miles Morales recognizable to fans of Into the Spider-Verse
02Hood and color scheme create a strong sense of depth rarely seen at this price point
03Clever jumper-tile and hinge work for shaping the mask and hood
04Clips-and-bars technique creates a subtle nose-bulge under the mask
05Rounded 1x2 plates used to simulate drawstring effect on the hoodie
06Dark red interior of hood used as shadow detail
07Compact and stable display stand works on shelf or wall
08Good parts value at about 7.9 cents per piece

CRITICIZED (3)

01Eyes omit the red outline typically present on Miles' mask, reducing accuracy
02Hood is somewhat flimsy and can detach if handled carelessly
03Hood is affixed only at the top 2x2 plate, with no lower anchor beyond two semicircular tiles

What reviewers are saying

"I found the building of these sets to be surprisingly enjoyable."

The Brothers Brick

"Very effective portrait of the web-shooting superhero"

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

BrickHeadz — Although Brick Sketches might feel similar to BrickHeadz in terms of how they fit in the market, there's a lot more variety in the construction from one Brick Sketch to the next than you find between BrickHeadz.

40535 Iron Man — 40536 Miles Morales is far more substantial than previous Brick Sketches; like 40535, it uses novel building techniques. The sense of depth works better for this character than it did for Iron Man.

BrickHeadz — Brick Sketches might not have the same appeal as similarly priced BrickHeadz but offer a different value proposition.

Speed Champions — Brick Sketches might not have the same appeal as similarly priced Speed Champions but offer a different value proposition.

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The Brothers Brick

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"I found the building of these sets to be surprisingly enjoyable."

Key Pros

✓Effective character representation despite minor inaccuracies
✓Clever building techniques (jumper tiles, hinges, clips/bars for nose detail)
✓Creative use of hoodie framing to distinguish from Venom

Key Cons

✕Eyes lack the red outline typically present on Miles' mask, making it slightly less accurate
✕Risk of looking too similar to Venom without the hoodie context

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Editorial Source

"Very effective portrait of the web-shooting superhero"

Key Pros

✓Very effective portrait of the web-shooting superhero
✓Hood and colours combine to give a sense of depth
✓Novel building techniques

Key Cons

✕Hood is a bit flimsy
✕Will come detached if not careful

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Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: Marvel Brick Sketches, official LEGO release

Brickset Reviews: Limited release as part of Marvel Brick Sketches line, available from LEGO.com from April 1st.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Clips and bars used for nose detail
Clever use to create the subtle bulge of his nose under the mask
Rounded 1×2 plates for drawstring effect
Hang down like the ends of drawstrings to really sell the hoodie look
2x2/1x4 plate hinges
Used to create the angled sides of the hood for depth effect
Semicircular 1x1 tiles
Placed at bottom of hood to prevent it from being splayed out

What Owners Say · summarized from 12 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise the Miles Morales brick sketch for its clever design, strong display value, and engaging build experience across age groups, with the primary constraint being limited design variety in the series.

COMMON PRAISE

+Impressive portraiture and clever design that looks great on display
+Quick, enjoyable build with strong creative problem-solving
+Perfect likeness to Miles Morales from Into the Spider-Verse
+Great value for money and strong stand quality

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Limited number of character designs available in the brick sketch series
−Basic color palette, though effective
−Few pieces relative to engagement level (though reviewers view this positively)

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