# The Man Behind the Mask: Creating Bionicle

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Podcast: [Clutch Power](https://stenobird.com/podcast/clutch-power-7533413)
Published: 2025-12-01T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

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.

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