If you're looking forward to the upcoming LEGO Universe MMO, you may be interested in a contest that is currently being held on the game's official Web site. The LEGO Universe team is challenging fans to design a sculpture or statue, and one lucky winner will have their creation displayed in the game.

You can use physical or virtual LEGO bricks to build your monument, or even draw it. You can't use any logos or trademarks in the statue, so you'll have to leave your Star Wars and Batman sets out of your design. Just remember, LEGO Universe artists may have to use their own interpretation of your creation or drawing to have it work in the game.

So far, 26 monument ideas have been submitted in the contest, so start working now and send yours in if you'd like a shot at public recognition in the LEGO Universe.