5. Run 3 - M02, M03 - Push, Grab, Lift

Fll 2025: Push, Grab, Lift - Smaller Pancake Accomplishing M02 Map Reveal, and lifting the Mineshaft Platform for M03 Mineshaft Explorer

One attachment, two mission models, and a lot happening in only a few seconds. During the FLL UNEARTHED season, the Smaller Pancake box robot uses the M02 and M03 attachment to reveal the map, secure the third topsoil section, and send the minecart to the opposing team's field.

The video looks beyond the route and shows how a preloaded rubber-band lever activates only when the robot reaches the model. Angled guides, front wheels, and a long rear platform each handle a different part of the sequence, making this a useful example of combining missions without adding extra stops.

Fll 2025: 10 out of 10 on Push, Grab, Lift - Smaller Pancake Accomplishing M02 Map Reveal, and lifting the Mineshaft Platform for M03 Mineshaft Explorer

Can a motor-free mechanism repeat a multi-mission run without adjustments? This 10 out of 10 tutorial follows the Smaller Pancake box robot and the Map Reveal and Mineshaft Explorer attachment through M02 and M03 in the FIRST LEGO League 2025-2026 UNEARTHED competition.

All ten attempts show the same chain of actions: the robot aligns, clears the topsoil, catches the loop, and lifts the minecart platform on the way back. The video highlights why the loaded rubber-band trigger and continuous path are so dependable—and why a carefully refined passive design can outperform a more complicated mechanism.

FLL 2025: Rules for M02 Map Reveal FIRST LEGO League 2025-2026 UNEARTHED Challenge

Archaeologists work hard to unearth important clues about how a civilization once lived. Shift and remove topsoil to reveal sections of a hidden map.

Score

• Topsoil sections are completely cleared: 10 each

FLLCasts Tip

In this mission, you must reveal all the pieces of an ancient hidden map. To do this, you will need attachments that can push two of the topsoil sections, as well as a “hook” to catch the loop on the third topsoil section.

The model is located in the upper left corner of the field, close to the home area. This positioning gives you access to the model from an additional side, making it easier to approach.

It also allows the third topsoil section to be placed directly in the home area, where the team can immediately take it and prepare it for Mission 14.

FIRST® LEGO® League Video rules

FIRST® LEGO® League Robot Game Rulebook

FLL 2025: Rules for M12 Salvage Operation FIRST LEGO League 2025-2026 UNEARTHED Challenge

An ancient ship discovered at the beach is at risk of further decay. Excavate the vessel without damaging its delicate structure.

Sand is considered completely cleared when the pull activator is past the line on the mat.

No Equipment Constraint: The mission model cannot earn points if it is touching equipment at the end of the match.

Score

• Sand is completely cleared: 20
• Ship is completely raised: 10

FLLCasts Tip

For M12 Salvage Operation, the goals are to remove the sand (by pulling the pool activator behind the thick line) and to fully raise the ship. These two goals can be completed in separate runs. To raise the ship, it’s best to use the lever, since the ship wobbles around an axle.

Here’s the catch — if you remove the sand first, it falls into the spot where the ship was, and the pool activator rises up. This means you’ll need a different strategy and attachment. To accomplish the sand first, it’s easiest to use the pool activator, though you can also push the sand — it’s just a bit more complicated.

FIRST® LEGO® League Video rules

FIRST® LEGO® League Robot Game Rulebook