Episode

The Man Behind the Mask: Creating Bionicle

Podcast: Clutch Power
Published: Dec 1, 2025
Duration seconds: 2715
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Summary

Bionicle has a life of its own: defensive fans, deep lore, and a unique building system. But before all that, 25 years ago, Bionicle was a three-page concept in the hands of Alastair Swinnerton. And that’s when he helped to create something magical.