I Messed Up...

The video that caused it all: • My STRANGEST LEGO Amba...
Timeline of events:
August 2020 - LEGO announces Braille Bricks as an educational program, not available to the public.
June 2023 - I see a post on the LEGO Ambassador Network asking if we are interested in receiving Braille kits, and assume this is referring to the education-exclusive sets announced in 2020
July 2023 - I miss an email stating an embargo date of August 26th (CRITICAL BLUNDER)
August 17, 2023 - I receive a package containing the two new Braille Bricks sets from LAN. I mistakenly assume that these sets are the previously-released, education program-exclusive Braille Bricks sets. How did I mess this up? Because these were never consumer-facing, I did not know what the packaging looked like.
August 18, 2023 - shortly after posting my video showcasing what LEGO sent me, I was contacted and told I was the source of a major LEGO leak, which initially confused me greatly as I was not even aware that the Braille sets were anything new. I promptly removed the video and any reference to it I could find online.
August 24, 2023 - LEGO announces that the Braille sets I received are part of a new program to make the bricks available to consumers, which was unknown to me until this date - and explains why that me posting the box art was a major leak.
TLDR I messed up, thought the boxes I received were for the 2020 LEGO Braille Bricks and not a new product, and now am on probation until February :(
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[@OrdemDoGraveto]

Lego really should start sending a paper with any embargo and pres release information inside the box with the sets to make sure this kind of mistakes dont happen.

[@GreenLeafUponTheSky]

It's 90% LEGOs fault. He won't admit it because he still wants to be in the LAN

[@jacehackworth6413]

That’s such a no brainer Lego has no right to blame anybody else.

[@OrdemDoGraveto]

@@GreenLeafUponTheSky If Lego sent him an e-mail informing about It, then its is his fault. Im just saying Lego could avoid that in the future by including a paper with the information that was in the e-mail along side the sets, Just to make sure the information came across.

[@daralop]

Absolutely

[@Clahador]

Mistakes won't happen if he won't post LAN hauls in the first place. The vids themselves were still edited and processed (it's not a live unboxing vid). From the time of receiving and from the time of posting the vid, quite a bit of time has passed. It's basically asking for trouble.

[@NickonPlanetRipple]

You didn’t betray LEGO, dude. You made an easy mistake with a confusingly distributed product. It was an accident. Please don’t be so hard on yourself.

[@zachallan7545]

My thoughts exactly. Probation is a bit harsh I think

[@livingglowstick1337]

He showed Lego kits he had no clue about with out first checking about them he literally made a conscious choice Todo it he could have waited checked if he was allowed them showed but he didn't

[@josiahvonb3426]

​@livingglowstick1337 who cares, lego is becoming more and more manipulative and takes advantage of their own fans.

[@jackofallclaws6672]

Wise words. But seriously, probation until February of next year? That’s a bit much!

[@livingglowstick1337]

@@josiahvonb3426 and they did no such thing here he messed up and forgot to check the email as he says in the description it was 100% his fault

[@HeirofRage42]

If lego had better communication instead of hoping you divine their intention from random packages this never would've happened. You're all good fam.

[@gabrielchin4161]

Although they did send him an email, an actual physical note on the packaging would have been more effective.

[@Brickzie]

I find it impossible no one from Lego ever thought this couldn't happen. It's like a trap waiting to be sprung.

[@Brickzie]

@@samwalker8893 not about the list it’s about whether the item is under embargo or not which should’ve been communicated more clearly if it’s really crucial to them to keep this under wraps. Speaking of which, knowing countless KZbinrs have been unboxing stuff live, how much more does it take to actually wrap the products in brown paper???

[@GotengoCaptain]

I can’t believe Lego is punishing you for such a minor error. I get embargo’s are to be taken seriously, but guys like you do more for Lego advertising than anything their marketing department can do. Your passion and care for everything Lego related should count for something in all this.

[@thecreativeducky5781]

it's such a niche set anyways, like who actually cares other than lego?

[@piotr78]

No it shouldn't. A mistake is a mistake, a leak is a leak. This is a rare case where intent doesn't matter.

[@GotengoCaptain]

@@piotr78 I bet you’re fun at parties

[@piotr78]

@@GotengoCaptain Sometimes!

[@markxnex973]

@@piotr78 L hater

[@CoachLB]

It is hard to admit mistakes, and it is even harder to do it publicly. You are still an inspiration to others and I continue to look forward to more of your great content.

[@fromis.9]

What kind of inspiration you get from this guy

[@anonymoushunter9808]

@@fromis.9good question

[@brick3815]

He didnt make a mistake@@anonymoushunter9808

[@CoachLB]

Easy. He's a person following their dream and doing what they love. He is successful at what he has chosen to do. I find that very inspiring.

[@murstenby2380]

How is his ultra rich kid an INSPIRATION?

[@DuckBricks]

Throughout the video, I say September when I mean to say Late August - my apologies for the confusion! Timeline of events: August 2020 - LEGO announces Braille Bricks as an educational program, not available to the public. June 2023 - I see a post on the LEGO Ambassador Network asking if we are interested in receiving Braille kits, and assume this is referring to the education-exclusive sets announced in 2020 July 2023 - I miss an email stating an embargo date of August 26th (CRITICAL BLUNDER) August 17, 2023 - I receive a package containing the two new Braille Bricks sets from LAN. I mistakenly assume that these sets are the previously-released, education program-exclusive Braille Bricks sets. How did I mess this up? Because these were never consumer-facing, I did not know what the packaging looked like. August 18, 2023 - shortly after posting my video showcasing what LEGO sent me, I was contacted and told I was the source of a major LEGO leak, which initially confused me greatly as I was not even aware that the Braille sets were anything new. I promptly removed the video and any reference to it I could find online. August 24, 2023 - LEGO announces that the Braille sets I received are part of a new program to make the bricks available to consumers, which was unknown to me until this date - and explains why that me posting the box art was a major leak. TLDR I messed up, thought the boxes I received were for the 2020 LEGO Braille Bricks and not a new product, and now am on probation until February :(

[@sloth_9]

I’m really sorry to hear this happened everyone makes mistakes it’s good AND Lego should have put a disclaimer in the packaging

[@orcas99]

That really suck man. Sorry that happened.

[@merkfoolsallday]

So crappy of Lego to do that to you. Its not like it’s even a big theme set or anything. They should have just given you a warning and left it at that. Stay up bro!

[@Orangesquiddo]

Yo ik its hard right now for you but dont worry will be cheering you on even if you dont review lego man i hope this comment helps

[@kentslocum]

Don't worry; I thought the exact same thing. LEGO shouldn't have sent out the sets without more information and plenty of additional warning.

[@HollyOnFilm]

The lack of communication from LAN has and will always be the biggest issue. I hate hearing beat yourself up like this for an innocent mistake that was caused by a companies failure to provide clear communication and guidelines. I also know of current members who have deliberatly leaked things, one of which even was banned from getting a whole IP theme for a while before being upgraded to Tier 2. One of the staff members has openly admitted in a meeting to having favourites, and everyone else they show no humanity for.

[@Blackmark7410]

Exactly, How hard would it of been to put a big note with "Important information read first" written on it in the box with the sets explaining what they were and the rules relating to their release. A final line of security so to speak. Relying on an Email, that was sent a month prior, and may or may not have been seen, remembered or contained up to date information is a failure of LAN not reviewers.

[@QBproductions_]

LEGO didn’t warn you or anything, you got a random package from LEGO, and like any normal LEGO KZbinr, you were gunna open it and upload it. Don’t beat yourself up about so much, you didn’t know.

[@gabrielchin4161]

They did warn him through email, it's in the description.

[@Bionickpunk]

They should probably send emails about what products LAN members will get (including instructions for embargos) before they actually send the packages. However, it's his fault for not checking his emails regularly before finishing and uploading content for said products, especially if he got products that he was not sure about.

[@gabrielchin4161]

@@Bionickpunk agreed, there's definitely faults on both sides. Lego should've put a physical note in the packaging if they send a product with an embargo.

[@AmauryJacquot]

they send emails... I think he should read his mail better, and possibly sort it better...

[@vast9467]

He missed the email

[@Nosternum]

Lego punishing a well-intentioned, loyal creator certainly did more brand damage than any leak could ever do.

[@thewiseowl8804]

You’re absolutely right.

[@M4pockets18Annie]

Was thinking the same…. This guys a HUGE money maker ….I’m no guru, just a middle America consumer .

[@JaneyRedBrick]

Lego has a sticker on all boxes stating embargo dates for retailers, surprising they dont bother doing the same for the LAN promoters.

[@williamvonaschen7309]

You are the 3rd LAN member that I fallow on KZbin that has been put on probation! They need to mark shipping boxes that the sets inside should not be opened until certain dates !

[@juliana22]

I follow Bricksie, who is the 3rd in probation?

[@Croisis]

Don't beat yourself up over this, Chris! You're only human, we all make mistakes from time to time. Your content is still amazing and this tiny slip-up doesn't detract from your quality at all. Best of luck and have a good one!

[@inverse_of_zero]

hi DB, i'm a new subscriber (just a couple of months). i appreciate your candid honesty. though i am just a novice in LEGO, my interpretation is that this is an honest mistake that thankfully caused minimal PR damage to LEGO. as others have said, don't beat yourself up so much. you learnt your lesson, and you haven't suffered much of a loss in the large scheme of things. you will move on, and this will become a distant memory. peace out, fam ✌️

[@DuckBricks]

Omg, thank you so so much for the super thanks and that really means a lot. Really appreciate the support and have a wonderful day!!

[@samkerr6029]

Anyone who watches your videos knows you would never intentionally harm Lego. You're a great ambassador for the AFOL community.

[@kentslocum]

Since no one really knew that the Braille brick sets were going to be released to the public, your initial video wasn't even a leak; everyone thought you had been given an incredible opportunity to review a rare education-focused set. 😊

[@MedallionYT]

I wasn't even aware of Braille bricks until this video came out. Sounds like LEGO should have done some communication with people they were sending the Braille brick boxes to before just sending them a box. Regardless, I'm sure Duck Bricks will be much more careful in the future, so in my eyes, LEGO should trust Duck Bricks more!

[@maggie198333]

I don’t know exactly how LAN works. But wouldn’t it be easier for LAN to put a piece of paper in the box to specify the dates of embargo? I’ve seen other Lego ambassadors in LAN make similar mistakes and not getting as harsh punishment as you did. Hopefully you are not being too harsh on yourself. Thank you for all your effort.

[@reelandyreid]

I respect you a lot for this man, your humility and honesty in this situation is really impressive and I can personally say you’re the same way in real life (I was one of the Elemental guys in Chicago lmao) This situation definitely is not fun, but you handled it perfectly and this has honestly made me appreciate you more.

[@GenericStud]

Hey man, I know it’s gonna be hard moving forward without the support of lan, but don’t beat yourself up too much dude. You made an honest mistake and have all of our support 🙏

[@omniblock7162]

Hi Chris. You’re a very busy man and human. What happened was simply a rookies mistake. Your love for Lego is very clear to any one who has been watching your content. You are a great Lego ambassador. You are also a fine and dignified person. Enjoy the time you have during Legos 6 month new Lego sets embargo. Every cloud has a silver lining, even if we can’t see it straight away. We will still be here and look forward to your informative and insightful reviews on the sets, when you have them in hand.

[@digitalunity]

Honestly, this is at least in part on TLG. This is why you send instructions in duplicate: 1 email, 1 written and packed with the product. No form of security should have a single point of failure like this

[@lucycat241]

Don’t worry about it. Still love your channel. You had the best of intentions. I also wish Lego had sent some press release with the package.

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

Hey DuckBricks - if anything this video should further demonstrate to Lego that you are the type of person they want in LAN - responsible for your actions, apologetic, honest, thorough, and one hell of a content creator. All will be well, too bad about the 6 months...on the other hand, you had incredible content before being in LAN - so in a way, Lego's discipline is their own loss! Take care.

[@rottenapple9855]

LEGO should humble themselves. Finding advertisement creators as passionate as you is like finding a needle in a haystack.

[@rosssims7224]

I really hope Lego takes all these comments to heart.

[@MimiNewBrick]

I’m so sorry this happened! Anyone who knows you, knows you have the utmost integrity. Mistakes happen. Don’t beat yourself up ❤️

[@SiOConnor]

I feel for ya Chris! You are such a nice guy and from talking to you on the London Bridge Bricks stream, I know you would never leak something on purpose!

[@KyleOO5]

This really is incompetence on Lego's part for not making it more obvious that the sets had an embargo date. They should've had a slip or something in the package

[@Sunlessilver]

This is a harsh punishment for such a minor product that you leaked on accident. Yes it's probably their standard protocol for this kind of action, but it goes to show how heartless Lego is

[@Bionickpunk]

It also shows carelessness from their part not warning LAN members ahead of time, or just put embargo dates on the packages products. Yes he should have checked his emails more, but if Lego really cared about embargo dates, then put far more contingencies into consideration.

[@PJK0PA15]

​@@BionickpunkLAN doesn't know how to run properly

[@OrdemDoGraveto]

Thats not so harsh. Violating an embargo is serious. Most conpanies would just ban him permanently from the program in the least, If they didnt sued.

[@OrdemDoGraveto]

@@FabuBrik You clearly don't know how serious an embargo is...

[@klaykid117]

This is exactly what I was thinking. I mean, I understand that they're trying to apply the same standards across any product, but it's not like he just leaked a major license or spoiled an upcoming film. This is a Lego original product line that is only meant to appeal to a very niche demographic of educators and the visually impaired. There's a reason that even falcon fan didn't bother posting this because it's essentially just a box of classic bricks with a twist

[@davejack82]

Heartfelt apology, don’t beat yourself up. LAN should learn lessons from this as much as you.

[@MatecaCorp]

What the heck is with the package not including embargo information? They do that for the store shipments, so why not for content creators? Like yeah, they did send an email, but it was really dumb of them to just throw you the confidential sets without notice in the box.

[@alexnunes]

It's an honest mistake. Your advice to always check your emails is on point. I had an issue with The Jazz Club modular. Had no information from LAN. No emails on it, no review offer, just showed up. My mistake was not asking for the details from the LAN as this had a reveal date different than the review date. Saw the reveals so posted my review. Oops! Took it down fast enough, but just like you I felt bad. Keep your head up, you have a great channel and great community. This will all be forgotten soon.

[@TeddyWinny]

Owning up to your mistakes is the best course of action you can ever do for yourself and your channel. You were thorough about everything that's happened up to the mistake and after. Maybe this'll be a learning lesson for LEGO too in terms of logistics. Wish you all the best man, I love your content.

[@Tauverde]

We love you channel and your style. Mistakes can happen and you have already learned. I will looking forward to seeing your reviews of Ninjago and Monkie Kid, no matter if in December or Jannuary!!

[@korbbles4725]

Sort of makes me sad to see how heavily Chris blames himself for a mistake that is clearly on LEGO, at least partially. Even if the dates are included in the email, the fact they sent an unmarked package with no form of warning on the box itself is really a massive blunder on their part. Chris is such a wholesome member of the community and a seemingly very positive person, really didn't deserve this harsh of a punishment for such a small mistake.

[@thewoollyviking5928]

Sorry to hear about the Embargo bro, that’s gonna be rough. But at least you’re handling this in a professional manner and hopefully learn to take steps to avoid making an honest mistake like this in the future

[@3footraptor]

I think you handed the situation really well, as far as I can understand it. Mistakes happen, were human. No matter how smart we are, no matter how hard we try, were still human. I hope you can recover from this setback quick and get right back on the saddle.

[@StarshipEternity]

Doing alright and honestly I think everyone agrees that some kind of note should've been placed with the package up front saying "check emails as this product isn't ready for review" or something on top of sending like three emails to make sure you get that message. If anything this might be a good thing as you'll be prepared in the future and giving a heads up to other reviewers of Lego to let the know to be more weary of odd packages from them along with checking any new emails would be highly beneficial. So I hope you're doing alright and I'm sure the fans look forward to new videos. Keep moving forward!

[@mathra2523]

I watched your initial posts and really appreciated your enthusiasm for these sets! There is so much value here beyond the visually impaired community! I will be sharing these and other (non LEGO) ASL blocks with a dear young one in my life. This world is … harsh. Love to all.

[@Lego6980]

Bad luck Chris. Love your videos and hope the Lego connection gets sorted for you soon. Will keep watching and appreciating everything you upload. Thanks

[@legomananimations3698]

I hope Lego sees this and would consider removing your strike. I understand why they have that system in place but like you said the braille brick sets are so unique and it sounds like the guidelines surrounding them were vague at best. Best of luck to you sir! Keep doing what you're doing!

[@worldsheaviestjamband93]

It definitely seems like an honest and easy mistake. I appreciate that you were really transparent about it.

[@hubby00n6]

They could have set a short message in your parcel as they do with some mini figures I got previously mentioning the date when it can be on the shelfs to avoid this. You do a great job, don’t be too hard against yourself. Working also with NDA stuff and require to be very careful!

[@_fatalruin]

LEGO is really shooting themselves in the foot here -- they get so much praise and exposure on this channel. Why would they choose to be so punitive for a mistake that was immediately rectified? Punish malicious, or repeated actions, not simple mistakes.

[@BrickTemplar]

A lot of decent people dropped out of LAN. Holly, Jus2good, Mandr...😢

[@_fatalruin]

@@BrickTemplar I would argue that most people who dropped out (or were kicked out) did so because they wanted to cover the ever present leak/rumor mill (which comprise the lion's share of many channels). 🦆 goes out of his way, to his financial detriment mind you, not to, and still has to feel the sting of his ABS overlords.

[@atraustoller]

Sets for LAN should have a sticker with embargo dates on them. Would solve any problems.

[@Sandrineworld]

Do not apologize, you didn't do anything wrong. Lego should have been more precised when they sent you those boxes. You are all fine brother.

[@brycevo]

Maybe Lego should send embargo papers like Hasbro and Mattel do. It's not your fault they're not following industry standards

[@StokedBricks]

Mistakes happen. We learn from it, and move on. Keep your head up! We still got your back!

[@MultiGasmGeek]

Sadden to hear that your love for LEGO got you into this situation. I enjoy what you do and I will always be here for you and the journey. Great video let’s move forward. 🦆 🤗

[@xx1norm1xx]

I thought it was weird that after you showed it I saw it in leak videos as a potential set. I don’t know why stickers with embargo dates can’t be done or even a letter in the box with embargo’s for each set.

[@hanzocloud]

At least you’re taking full responsibility for it instead of blaming Lego/LAN etc. so it shows what kind of person u r. Also chill out bro, at the end of the day, no one died. This could mean all that review time you can now make different content such as travelling to different countries to look for Lego, which is way more exciting than an unboxing video where every other Lego KZbinr are already doing

[@bullrun2772]

Agreed

[@UndeadPigeonFilms]

unfortunately, i died

[@jeffreycoyle12]

It’s a hard lesson to learn, but it’s refreshing to see someone just plain admit their error and apologize. Your love of LEGO is apparent and you will get through this. Thanks for the video.

[@CraftMotion]

I'm so sorry to hear, I can imagine this situation doesn't really feel all that great, to say the least. I hope you recover from this shock soon and try not to worry about it too hard. After all, mistake is just a tool of improvement in life. If I hadn't made my mistakes, I don't wanna know where I would be today😅

[@SinghsBricksReviews]

LEGO is really at fault for not providing any paperwork with the box sets. Mistakes happen. You're human. It's a shame you have a 6 month suspension. Your channel is amazing

[@theshiny_lotad4661]

Lego needs to put more care and caution into sets that they give out for LAN. The fact that there's nothing labeling them in the box it was shipped in is just foolish on Lego's part, correct me if I'm wrong but don't they already ship out normal orders with a slip of paper listing all the things that were ordered? (Been a year or 2 since I ordered from them so I can't quite remember if that's the case or not) What's so hard about putting a paper in the box saying when the embargo is lifted? Yes this is a mistake on your part but its also a mistake on Lego's part for not taking into account all the possible things that could happen as a result of shipping out sets to LAN members prior to release, this was a powder keg waiting to blow and you just happened to be the one to strike the match.

[@maddadbricks]

Wow. Lesson learned I guess... for all of us! Your heart must have absolutely sunk getting that message. We'll still be here in 6 months, ready for more from you guys! Lots of love! 🖤💙💜💙🖤

[@jamesblades7646]

Very genuine apology- keep up the great work with your content you’ll be back stronger then ever with the early reviews next year & remember “the man who makes no mistakes does not usually make anything” All the best to you going forwards!

[@chandlerplusbass]

Don’t beat yourself up over this, honest mistake bro. We all will still continue to love and respect you and your content.

[@MOC-3]

Sorry that your unintentional mistake has been so severely punished. Please forgive yourself and I am impressed with your honesty and sincerity. Keep looking forward and appreciate your channel

[@nicolai6257]

This was a very easy mistake to make, though I do understand The LEGO Group being a bit harsh. Great to hear your membership of the partners program wasn't terminated

[@andywhyte5688]

At least the guy made the best apology video ever. As in it’s actually a genuine, simple apology and not doomed to be memed on.

[@hhhhgxvy4894]

Appreciate you taking responsibility. Your earnesty is one of the things I love about your channel. This honesty feels a bit like an over reaction from Lego, but I get it. It was clearly an honest mistake. Don’t let it get you down ❤ Just found your channel but your august haul video has already made me buy more Lego than I was planning this month (the animals in those arctic sets 🥺). Glad you’ll still be making videos 😊

[@Nebraskagrassman]

New to the channel and have to say. Simply by you coming forward about it and owing it shows your character, love and gratefulness to Lego and their brand. Hope I can pick up these sets. They seem cool to have and use.

[@paulbarry5730]

Feel your pain and knowing the love you have for LEGO this has to hurt hang in there please things will work them selves out ... fan of this channel respect you telling us this news

[@cinematographytrev]

Don’t worry we all make mistakes, it’s one of those oversights .appreciate your total honesty

[@mot10n285]

Its ok. We still support you no matter what. No mistake destroys one’s goodness. You are an amazing person with great videos. I wish you the best of luck with your channel

[@soniaholcombe7002]

It’s admirable that you own up to your mistake. It seems harsh for them to impose 6months of probation, particularly since it was unintentional. However, lesson learned and you will recover from this. We are all pulling for you. 💕

[@markc9438]

Ah how the worm has turned ...lol ...in 6 months you have gone from this moment, to winning Lego masters with your teammate...not to mention the growth of your channel and other projects ; ) Inspiring really. Congrats ; )

[@fancavecollectibles]

I hope you get to review sets in the future. I made a goof and divulged confidential information at a job I had. It’s a mistake easy to learn from. I know the feeling you’re going through

[@M0torsagmannen]

sucks that this happened to someone so passionate about Lego, seem like an easy slip to make. but it does show how due dilligence is **so** important, hope this also give a heads up to Lego that maybe having a physical paper slip in the package with the embargo info would stop this from happening in hte future. sending one email 2 months prior should be enough, but there is definitely room to make it more clear.

[@cails_0]

You are such a genuine man we can all tell you are. It was obviously a mistake and a miss communicating with Lego. I don’t think they should be so harsh on you and your team after all you do so much to help advertise and support them like look at your collection. I see your reviews and hard work don’t let this be a road block you don’t need the lan to do what you love you have gotten so far with out the extra hand it’s all been your hard work and passion. We are all here for you mate .

[@videohousejsq]

This mistake is completely understandable, and anyone could have done this accidentally. We appreciate your owning up to it though, and I admire you for handling the situation so well! Respect.

[@EzBricks_]

This might sound bad but the main core audience for the braille set can’t even see the box anyway I would sue Lego for 14 quadrillion dollars

[@ccw139]

LMAOOOOOOOO

[@OMGKiiro]

You're not wrong.

[@LukeMaps]

"I am a blind man and cannot see. 'Wyldstyle'? Are you a D.J.?" --Vitruvius, The LEGO Movie

[@LordWaterBottle]

Aight. Lego needs to put a piece of paper in a box with an embargo date when mailing embargoed sets. It costs like 1¢, and is way easier than doing damage control.

[@michellechrisman9084]

/hank you for that heart felt apology. Love that you did this publicly, it really shows your integrity, as that is greatly appreciated. Love your channel!!!

[@tagator88]

The suspension does nothing to solve what happened, shame on them. You’re probably the nicest most sincere lego ambassador out there. It’s 100% their fault not yours imo and who gives a hoot if you leaked it early!! Leaks are a positive thing for the brand. It just boggles my mind on how naive lego can be.

[@brotherfromanotherbrick]

Chris, I would leave LAN, you don't need it and I feel its hindered a lot of your content (I don't mean that in a disrespectful way) I'm pissed that they're penalizing you for 6 months, I've seen other LAN members accidentally leak things with no consequences. LAN is a joke...

[@BrickTemplar]

A lot of decent people left LAN, like Mandr, Holly and Justin

[@brotherfromanotherbrick]

@BrickTemplar They're the homies, but they all got kicked, but Justin who left, but rejoined 😂.

[@MichaelBCole]

That’s messed up. LEGO didn’t give any sort of notice or anything that these sets were being sent or that they were confidential at the time?

[@DuckBricks]

They sent an email the prior month about the embargo date, which I missed - it was totally on me

[@gregleuze6657]

Lego should be more understanding and forgiving with this mistake. Any sets that should not be viewed by the public should be wrapped inside the box with the date content can be made on it. I anticipate that you will regain your status and move forward with your ambassador status. As always, I enjoy your content.

[@StegoKing]

Part of being a decent human being is taking responsibility for mistakes. I'm impressed by your personal integrity.

[@dragonrazor13]

I really appreciate your humility and accountability in this video. This is 100% the way to do an explanation/apology video. This was obviously an honest mistake, and I'm glad the punishment is just probation. I can tell you feel horrible about this. Don't beat yourself up too bad, it was a mistake. Thank you for owning up to it! Keep up the great work! TLG really should put an embargo wrap on ambassador sets, for everyone's sake.

[@KristenWhere]

The fact that you are very clearly taking responsibility for a complete mistake & also that you are very visibly upset should be a testament to your personality, your business-minded self, and how much being a part of LAN means to you. I am so sorry that this all happened, to you of all people. Honestly- if I think of all of the LAN members that I am aware of, you would be the last on my list of “people who leaked/didn’t care about an embargo date”- I know of LAN members that seem to disappear and are still managing to receive sets early. I truly hope that with all of your actions in taking down not only your posts but asking others to do so as well, on top of how genuinely serious you take this job, plus your “day job” & other endeavors, Lego sees who they are dealing with and maybe reconsider the length of probation- even if they don’t, I really hope they see your enthusiasm, dedication, and love for their product being an asset THEY would be truly losing, and not the other way around. Either way, I hope you are able to get back to feeling better and also not bogging yourself down with regret and instead realize that you are human & someone who has the schedule you have during which you give like 200% of your effort - mistakes happen, no one tries to make mistakes and you definitely are a ridiculously intelligent & honest person- this all sucks, but try not to let it get you down too much. Life is too short. I admire your honesty & transparency, youre a good duck, Chris! Hang in there!

[@AmandaHenits]

You are my favourite LEGO Ambassador and will continue to be so! No one is perfect, so please don’t be too hard on yourself. You are obviously apologetic and already have a plan to try to prevent any future issue, so all will be well! Rooting for you @DuckBricks 💫

[@Brickfilmer125]

It is an absolutely honest mistake you made, and while it is a mistake, you should not be receiving such a large penalty. You had no intention of hurting LEGO as a company, or anyone's integrity in any way, shape, or form. While LAN ambassadors should be held to a high standard to maintain confidence for upcoming products, you made a completely honest mistake. Much more understanding should be put into consideration regarding your situation. We're with you every step of the way, and I hope everything either clears up or alleviates in some manner. Best wishes man

[@ddb-videos]

I feel your pain. I had something similar happen in a totally different environment a few years ago. From that cold sinking feeling when you realise what happened, to swallowing your pride and admitting what you did, it ALL sucks! Ironically, this video is how I just found your channel, so it brought you at least one more subscriber!

[@ianfavreau9776]

Honestly, from an outsider's perspective, it seems like their fault since it should've had a sticker or some indication that it is not for video use until a certain date.

[@ianfavreau9776]

Edit: I just realized this from a month ago lol

[@Cyborg.]

You owning up to your mistakes shows you are a very mature and shouldn't affect your collaboration in the Ambassador program in the future. After these 6 months you should be good to go in my opinion, keep your head up! You have great content and Lego will notice this!

[@Jensonia]

“Bad things are gonna happen,but good things happen too y’know?” It’s okay to make make mistakes,you never betrayed them,you just messed up and you didn’t know,I’m rooting for you when the probation hits in February and knowing you’ll come out on top and grow wiser and stronger❤

[@Karrio73]

We all make mistakes. Keep up the good work. You’ll be back in action.

[@the_fedorable]

It is an industry standard that when you get a package from a company it includes what is known as a review guide. This contains any details about the product a company wants you to tell your audience as well as the embargos. An email isn't the way to include that. It would be like if I shipped you the set and then mailed you the information and got mad because you never saw the thing I mailed separate that probably got there at a different time than the set. If Lego didn't include the packing list with embargos in the package it isn't on you it is on them and they need to get their stuff together if the really care this much.

[@justinluvender472]

Don’t beat yourself up ! I feel it’s an honest mistake anyone would have made! If Lego was smart they would see how big of a contributor you are for the brand ! Keep your head up !

[@emmonstrex65]

Oh Dude! So very sorry. This video will hopefully help other Lego video bloggers from making a similar mistake. Subscribed 👍

[@buildsbymatt]

LEGO puts a street date on EVERY box that goes to their retail partner stores. How much effort would it really take to go to put a sticker or a label on the box with the embargo date for LAN members? Seems like an easy fix to me

[@SinceSpacies]

I feel like this is on Lego for not including CLEAR and CONSISE instructions to not display any embargoed items and instruct you with the dates when safe to do so. Fail on their behalf. You are an influencer/social media account and your role is to show as much content as possible.

[@legopotterhead7358]

Don't be too hard on yourself. The communication regarding these sets could've been clearer. It's unfortunate that they gave you a penalty even though you admitted being at fault and removed the content. Great video, keep up the fantastic work!

[@XX-ri1me]

This kind of behavior does make Lego less sympathetic. I don't like this power dynamic.

[@maggie198333]

I’ve heard stories about ambassadors getting kicked out of LAN. LAN people are ishhh. Just people flexing muscles for such a minor mistakes.

[@beng9520]

Lego being mad because you accidentally leaked their most educational set ever, they should be happy to get word out they’ve made these sets, smh

[@OurToyWorld]

Keep your head up, Chris. We're here for you man ❤️

[@hunterontherun807]

At least lego isn't like wizards of the coast where they sent a private mercenary group to collect the product back.

[@bryanl7738]

You know it's serious when there's no music in the background. All jokes aside, it's an honest mistake and things happen. You still have the power to bang out awesome content

[@margaret7973]

so sorry to hear that Lego has been so hard on you, why on earth did they not send a note with the parcel about not being allowed to show.

[@wilddawgfarm]

This is TOTALLY on LEGO not on DuckBricks. There should be paperwork in the box with instructions for embargo dates or any particular instructions.