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<p>Updating to match new version of source page</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{HonorLanding<br /> |skill=1<br /> |year=2026<br /> |category=Arts, Crafts and Hobbies<br /> |authority=North American Division<br /> |insignia=Great Ball Contraption AY Honor.png<br /> }}<br /> <br /> =={{Localize|Overview}}==<br /> The Great Ball Contraption (GBC) is a popular collaborative LEGO building theme. A GBC is essentially a Rube Goldberg-style machine made from LEGO (primarily Technic elements) that continuously moves small LEGO balls (soccer/basketball style) from one module to the next in a chain, like a bucket brigade. Modules connect seamlessly when built to official GBC standards, allowing large group displays at events and shows.<br /> <br /> The Great Ball Contraption Honor teaches engineering principles, mechanical design, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity through fun LEGO building. It emphasizes reliability, testing, and teamwork while creating entertaining, chainable modules that can be combined into impressive group displays. It’s a hands-on way to explore mechanics, physics, and innovation in a playful, community-oriented format. This honor works well for LEGO enthusiasts and encourages both individual builds and group participation in real GBC events or club activities.<br /> <br /> =={{Localize|The Challenging Part}}==<br /> {{Localize|Challenging Part}}<br /> <br /> {{#lst:{{#titleparts:{{PAGENAME}}|2|1}}/Requirements{{GetLangSuffix}} |challenge}}<br /> <br /> {{CloseHonorPage}}</div>

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