If you’ve ever crash-landed on a radioactive world in No Man’s Sky and found comfort in the sight of your faithful Radiant Pillar BC1, you’re not alone. For many players, this modest starter ship represents more than just a vehicle—it’s the beginning of every bold journey, strange discovery, and close call that’s defined the No Man’s Sky experience since its 2016 launch. Now the beloved spacecraft has been recreated in LEGO form, courtesy of a fan project that’s swept the community off its feet.
The LEGO set, created by builder SuperMedievalBuffalo, is a tribute to the sense of adventure of No Man’s Sky and the imagination of the LEGO fanbase. Far from a rushed construct or temporary replica, this commemoration boasts a masterfully detailed version of the Radiant Pillar BC1, with meticulous brick detailing and operational features drawn directly from the in-game vessel.
From its Launch Thruster and Pulse Engine to its Hyperdrive, Photon Cannon, and Rocket Launcher, the set accurately portrays the equipment that’s aided countless Travelers to take to the skies.
Adding to the package is a player minifigure with a standard Multitool, and a trusted flying friend—a Sentinel Drone, whose presence injects just the right degree of tension (based on your previous encounters). The figure sits atop a stylized display base, surrounded by a wedge of alien landscape that recreates the wonder and otherness of that indelible first moment: waking up on a strange world, ship in the distance, universe to explore.
What makes this project truly special is the emotional connection. The Radiant Pillar BC1 is not merely a digital treasure—it’s a metaphor for new beginnings, for boundless possibilities. The LEGO version embodies that essence in tangible form, crossing the threshold from digital fantasy to actual creativity.
Since posting to the LEGO Ideas site, the creation has taken the imagination of enthusiasts by storm, rapidly rising in popularity. By December 2023, it had hit the prestigious 10,000-supporter mark, making it eligible for official review by LEGO. That is a major milestone, especially for a creation based on a game that initially received withering criticism before becoming one of gaming’s greatest comeback tales.
And that transformation is a part of the set’s charm. The arc of No Man’s Sky—from its bumpy launch to its vindication through years of considerate patches—is reflected in this LEGO build’s reception by the community. It’s not just a nice figurine. It’s a celebration of perseverance, evolution, and the magic of creative worlds—both virtual and real.
This convergence of gaming and brick-building also reflects something broader. Fans today crave experiencing the worlds they enjoy in fresh, physical ways. Whether through artwork, cosplay, models, or creations like this one, players are redefining fandom itself.
The Radiant Pillar BC1 LEGO set is a case in point—proof of that enthusiasm that brings together two popular creative groups and celebrates the sense of discovery that animates them both.
Whether or not LEGO greenlights the project for official production, it’s already made its impact. Somewhere in the world, there’s a brick-built version of your starting ship awaiting liftoff on a rocket of imagination, nostalgia, and a common passion for the game that taught us that the galaxy is big—and ours for the taking.