The LEGO Hero Factory series was a line of construction toys that was introduced in 2010 and produced until 2014. The series was developed as a successor to the LEGO Bionicle series and was aimed at older children and teenagers.
The Hero Factory series was set in a fictional universe where a team of heroes, known as the Hero Factory, was tasked with protecting the galaxy from various villains and monsters. The series was notable for its customizable figures, which featured specialized parts and accessories that could be combined to create unique designs and characters.
One of the key changes in the Hero Factory series was the introduction of a new building system, which utilized a mix of traditional LEGO bricks and specialized pieces, such as ball joints and Technic pins. This allowed for more intricate and detailed designs, as well as greater poseability and movement.
Despite its initial success, the Hero Factory series faced declining sales and was eventually discontinued in 2014. One of the main reasons for its demise was increased competition from other toy lines that were focused on similar themes, such as action figures and collectibles. Additionally, LEGO's focus shifted towards more traditional building sets, such as the popular LEGO City and LEGO Ninjago lines.
Despite its discontinuation, the Hero Factory series remains a beloved part of LEGO's history and has inspired numerous fan creations and fan fiction. The series also paved the way for other successful LEGO lines, such as the Nexo Knights and Ninjago series, which have continued to appeal to older children and teenagers with their unique themes and customizable figures.