On this day, a quarter of a century ago, six canisters washed ashore on a golden beach. And new and powerful legends were born.

Today marks a monumental milestone for Bionicle. February 1st, 2001 marks the release date of the very first sets, the six Toa Mata. The legend has been alive for 25 years. As we celebrate this anniversary, I'd like to share my personal history with Bionicle, and how it's changed my life: Toa Lewa Mata was my first ever Lego set that wasn't Duplo. I got him at a used thrift store with no canister lid and no instructions. But I was instantly hooked. Lewa will always be special to me for...