Ahoy, Minecraft fans!
Set sail with the Pirate Ship Adventure!

Build your own pirate ship, battle hostile mobs, and discover hidden treasure with Alex and a cast of blocky characters. Perfect for Minecraft and LEGO lovers alike!

🏛 Minecraft
Set #21152

The Pirate Ship Adventure

The Pirate Ship Adventure is a charming, accessible entry point into the world of LEGO Minecraft.

Before you buy

Who it's for
Ages 8+ · Beginner build Younger Minecraft fans and LEGO beginners
Build
386 pieces · about 3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$39.99 list price · 10.4¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 101 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate representation of the Minecraft pirate ship and the inclusion of the Zombie on Fire minifigure. Some reviewers note that the build is simple and repetitive, but overall it's considered a fun and engaging set for younger Minecraft fans.

📝 Our Take

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The Pirate Ship Adventure is a charming, accessible entry point into the world of LEGO Minecraft. It perfectly captures the whimsical, blocky aesthetic of the video game while offering a fun, engaging building experience. The set includes key Minecraft elements like a pirate ship, a zombie on fire, and even a friendly dolphin, making it instantly recognizable and appealing to fans of the game.

This set is perfect for younger Minecraft enthusiasts and LEGO beginners. The build is straightforward and not overly complex, making it a great project for kids aged 8 and up. The set also offers plenty of play possibilities with its functional cannons, hidden treasure, and included minifigures, ensuring hours of imaginative fun.

Skip this if you're an advanced builder looking for a challenging or highly detailed model. While fun, this set is relatively simple compared to larger, more intricate LEGO sets. Consider instead the LEGO Ideas Ship in a Bottle for a more challenging nautical build or a larger Minecraft set for a more complex Minecraft experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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386
Pieces
⏱
3h
Estimated Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
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15cm × 23cm × 23cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Easy-to-follow instructions make it a great first LEGO set
  • Incorporates fun play features like flick-fire cannons
  • Includes iconic Minecraft characters and creatures
  • Offers a good balance of building and play

📈 Investment Analysis

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B-
Investment Grade
⏳ Retired
The Pirate Ship Adventure presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired Minecraft set, it benefits from the theme's enduring popularity, particularly among younger fans. The set's relatively low piece count and original MSRP may limit significant price appreciation, but its unique elements and minifigures could drive demand among collectors. Keeping the set sealed and in excellent condition is crucial for maximizing its investment potential. While not a guaranteed high-return investment, the set's appeal and retirement status make it a reasonable addition to a LEGO investment portfolio.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Pirate Ship Adventure offers a more compact and affordable alternative to larger Minecraft sets like The Village or The Waterfall Base. Its focus on a pirate ship provides a unique play experience compared to the more general Minecraft settings of other sets. While it may lack the complexity of larger sets, its smaller size and lower price point make it a more accessible option for younger fans or those new to LEGO Minecraft.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes three minifigures: Alex, a Pirate, and a Zombie on Fire. The Zombie on Fire is a unique and desirable figure, adding to the set's collectible value.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
386
Parts cataloged in this inventory
84 unique parts, 376 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.

Plate 3 x 3 Plate 3 x 3
Part #: 11212 1× Green
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14417 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14418 3× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Vertical Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15070 2× Black
Brick Special 1 x 4 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 15533 2× Medium Nougat
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 1× Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword Blocky Weapon Sword Blocky
Part #: 18787 1× Pearl Gold
Equipment Shovel Blocky Equipment Shovel ...
Part #: 18791 2× Reddish Brown
Plant, Flower Stem with Bar and 6 Stems Plant, Flower Ste...
Part #: 19119 1× Dark Orange
Minifig Head Special, Cube with Skeleton Face Print Minifig Head Spec...
Part #: 19729pr0002 2× White
Tile Special Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Special Roun...
Part #: 20482 1× Trans-Clear
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 2× Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 1× Medium Nougat
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 4× Tan
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 3× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 4× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 Rounded with Handle Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 26047 4× Green
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 2× Trans-Dark Blue
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 1× Tan
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 1× Yellow
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2921 2× Medium Nougat
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 13× Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 8× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 2× Medium Nougat
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 2× Tan
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 5× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 10× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 1× Tan
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 9× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 1× Pearl Gold
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 with Black 'TNT' Pixelated Print Brick 1 x 2 with ...
Part #: 3004pr0036 2× White
Brick 1 x 2 with Black and White Square Print Brick 1 x 2 with ...
Part #: 3004pr0105 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 1× Medium Nougat
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 10 Brick 2 x 10
Part #: 3006 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 10 Brick 2 x 10
Part #: 3006 3× White
Brick 2 x 10 Brick 2 x 10
Part #: 3006 2× Red
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 2× Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 5× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 3× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 4× Tan
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Dark Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 4× Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 5× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 10× Medium Nougat
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 1× Red
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 1× Dark Green
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Yellow
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Orange
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 1 with Black Square Print Plate 1 x 1 with ...
Part #: 3024pr0013 3× White
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 4× Blue
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 1× Blue
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 1× Tan
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 1× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 5× Reddish Brown
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 3 with 2 Clips with Pixelated Cross and Bones Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 30350bpr0009 1× Black
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b 8× Lime
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 1× Reddish Brown
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b 3× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 2 with Pixelated Blue, Green and White Map on Tan Background Print Tile 2 x 2 with P...
Part #: 3068bpr0337 1× Dark Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 4× Medium Nougat
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 4× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b 4× Bright Green
Tile 1 x 2 with Blue, Yellow Shapes Print Tile 1 x 2 with B...
Part #: 3069bpr0248 2× Red
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 3× Blue
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 1× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 2× Yellow
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b 2× Tan
Tile 1 x 1 with Pixelated Eye Print Tile 1 x 1 with P...
Part #: 3070bpr0190 2× Bright Green
Plate Special 3 x 2 with Rounded End, Hole Plate Special 3 x...
Part #: 3176 1× Tan
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Door Rail Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 32028 4× Tan
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Closed Handle on Edge Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 34816 5× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 2× Light Bluish Gray
Minifig Head [Plain] [Hollow Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626c 1× Trans-Clear
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 4× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 2× Tan
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 4× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 4× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 1× Tan
Plate 6 x 6 Plate 6 x 6
Part #: 3958 1× Blue
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 1× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 1× Lime
Bracket 2 x 2 with 1 x 2 Vertical Studs Bracket 2 x 2 wit...
Part #: 41682 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Animal Body Part, Bird, Chicken/Parrot Head Pixelated with Black Eyes and Beak Pattern Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 41703pat0001 1× Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Groove Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4216 8× Reddish Brown
Treasure Chest Bottom with Rear Slots, No Groove Treasure Chest Bo...
Part #: 4738c 1× Medium Nougat
Treasure Chest Lid [Thick Hinge] Treasure Chest Li...
Part #: 4739a 1× Medium Nougat
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 47905 1× Red
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 1× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60475b 3× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60475b 5× Yellow
Technic Pin 1/2 with 2L Bar Extension Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 61184 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 1× Red
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 4× Bright Green
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 8× Pearl Gold
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 1× Tan
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 1× Reddish Brown
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Yellow
Plate Special 4 x 4, Studs on One Edge Plain] Plate Special 4 x...
Part #: 6179 1× Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 4× Reddish Brown
Equipment Telescope / Torch / Spyglass, Support Round 1 x 1 x 1 2/3 Equipment Telesco...
Part #: 64644 1× Dark Brown
Animal, Fish [Hollow Stud Mouth] Animal, Fish [Hol...
Part #: 64648 1× Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 5× Reddish Brown
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 2× Medium Nougat
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 2× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 20× Medium Nougat
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 4× Dark Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 1× Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 13× Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Whip - Bent Equipment Whip - ...
Part #: 88704 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 14 Plate 2 x 14
Part #: 91988 1× Reddish Brown
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Orange
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Pixelated Red and White on Black Background Minecraft Compass Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0071 1× Flat Silver
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 98283 4× Medium Nougat
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 4× Dark Tan
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 1× Light Bluish Gray
The set features a good selection of reddish-brown bricks, useful for building natural-looking structures. The inclusion of Medium Nougat and Dark Bluish Gray jumper plates provides useful detailing options for MOC builders.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Medium Nougat Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (20x) $2.00
Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (13x) $1.30
Reddish Brown Brick 2 x 4 (13x) $1.30
Lime Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (8x) $0.80
Yellow Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] (5x) $0.75
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.15

💡 MOC Potential

🚢 Expand the pirate ship into a larger vessel with additional decks and sails.
🏙 Create a small pirate-themed port town with docks and buildings.
🌳 Build a deserted island hideout for the pirates, complete with hidden caves.

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

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LEGO YouTubers generally give the Pirate Ship Adventure set positive reviews, praising the ship's design and play features. Reviewers like Naozooh find the set worthwhile primarily for the ship itself, with the included figures and creatures adding value to their Minecraft worlds.

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews
BlockTalk AI Summary

Naozooh's review highlights the set's pirate ship, skeleton island, minifigures, and animals, noting the ability to combine the ship and island. The set contains 386 pieces.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 6

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Charts Inventory Statistics

84
Unique Parts
386
Official Piece Count
376
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
3
Minifigures
20
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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