# Superhero LEGO Covers These LEGO Variant Covers are Coming Out in November By Mesel Isaac | Published 2014-08-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-variant-covers References: [ca.ign](http://ca.ign.com/articles/2014/08/07/lego-vartiant-covers-coming-to-dc-comics-in-november) & [newsarama](http://www.newsarama.com/21821-more-dc-comics-lego-variant-covers-revealed.html) To coincide with the [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman) Batman video game coming out this fall, [DC Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-heroes-dc-pride) is rolling out 22 LEGO variant covers for its comics, releasing this November. The LEGO-themed covers transform fan favorite DC heroes and villains into their blocky counterparts. Each of the 22 LEGO variant covers share the same composition: a LEGOfied version of the character breaking through a black and white background that bears there traditional likeness. The covers are extremely vibrant and cute, but more importantly they're just fun, a quality comic book commentators feel is lack in today's dark and grim superhero stories. With the success of the LEGO movie, and [LEGO video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-code-break), DC Comics is hoping that these LEGO variant covers will prove successful as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **LEGO Variant Covers:** Creating LEGO-themed variant covers for comics can provide a fun and vibrant twist on traditional superhero stories. - **Bringing Back Fun:** Offering LEGO-themed covers can bring back a sense of fun and playfulness to the often dark and grim world of superhero comics. - **Cross-promotion with LEGO:** Leveraging the popularity of LEGO movies and video games, DC Comics can use LEGO variant covers to appeal to a broader audience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Comic Books:** Introducing LEGO variant covers can create new interest and excitement in the comic book industry. - **Entertainment:** By tapping into the success of the LEGO franchise, entertainment companies can explore new marketing opportunities and reach a wider audience. - **Toys and Collectibles:** The LEGO variant covers can increase interest in LEGO toys and collectibles, creating a synergy between the comic book and toy industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Superhero-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-superhero-lego-toys.md) - [3D Superhero Block-Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazing-spiderman-set.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Superhero-Themed Puzzled Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avengers-advent-calendar.md) - [Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-poster.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Buildable 3D Superhero Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-city-skyline-set.md) - [Building Block Superhero Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batcave-shadowbox.md)