How many pieces are in The Melon Farm?

The Melon Farm contains 69 pieces.

What age is The Melon Farm recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6-14.

When was The Melon Farm released?

The Melon Farm was released in 2018.

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No. 21138

Minecraft

The Melon Farm

The Melon Farm is a delightful, compact Minecraft set perfect for younger builders.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jan 2018 to Dec 2018

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Beginner build Young Minecraft fans and those new to LEGO building
Build: 69 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 112 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's simplicity and the inclusion of iconic Minecraft characters. Some find the set a bit too basic for the price, but it remains a popular choice for younger builders.

📝 Our Take

The Melon Farm is a delightful, compact Minecraft set perfect for younger builders. It captures the simple charm of the game with its bright colors, recognizable characters, and fun exploding Creeper function.

This set is perfect for Minecraft fans aged 6-10 or those looking for a quick and easy building experience. The small size makes it ideal for play and display on a desk or shelf.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder seeking a complex or challenging project. Consider larger Minecraft sets like The Village (21128-1) for a more involved build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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10cm × 6cm × 9cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions
Fun exploding Creeper function
Bright and colorful design
Simple yet effective building techniques

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Melon Farm offers a simple and affordable entry point into the LEGO Minecraft world. Compared to larger sets like The Waterfall Base (21134-1), it provides a quicker build and smaller footprint. If you're looking for a more substantial build with more play features, consider investing in a larger Minecraft set.

3 Minifigures Included

Villager, Reddish Brown

3 parts

The set includes Steve, a Villager, and a Creeper, all essential characters from the Minecraft universe. The Melon-printed Creeper head is a desirable element.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 69
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 34 unique parts, 59 pieces
Minifigures: 3

The official piece count includes the 10 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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The set features a selection of reddish brown and bright pink bricks, useful for building Minecraft-inspired structures. The jumper plates are also helpful for adding detail and texture to MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Lime Minifig Head Special, Cube with Melon Print (2x)

Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (4x)

Orange Plant, Carrot (2x)

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the farm with additional crops and animal pens

🏙 Create a larger Minecraft village diorama

🏰 Build a small Minecraft-themed watchtower or outpost

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What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

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Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

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3.0/5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive: 0
Mixed: 9
Critical: 0

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What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

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Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

2 videos

LEGO Minecraft The Melon Farm review! 2018 set 21138! just2good · 31.7K views Review

LEGO Minecraft 21138 The Melon Farm ChoiseBricks · 5.4K views Review

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Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

34 Unique Parts

69 Official Piece Count

59 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

3 Minifigures

4 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 10 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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