How many pieces are in The Guardian Battle?

The Guardian Battle contains 255 pieces.

When was The Guardian Battle released?

The Guardian Battle was released in 2022.

🏛 Minecraft

Set #21180

The Guardian Battle

The Guardian Battle is a solid entry-level Minecraft set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Beginner build Younger Minecraft fans and beginner LEGO builders
Build: 255 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $24.99 list price · 9.8¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 102 ratings

Generally well-received by younger fans for its playability and accurate representation of the Minecraft underwater environment. Some older builders find it a bit simplistic and overpriced for the piece count, but appreciate the unique color palette.

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📝 Our Take

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The Guardian Battle is a solid entry-level Minecraft set. It captures the underwater environment well and provides a fun, albeit brief, building experience for younger fans of the game.

This set is perfect for Minecraft enthusiasts aged 8+. Its relatively low piece count makes it a quick and easy build, ideal for kids who are just starting to explore the world of LEGO Minecraft.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder seeking a challenging project. The build is quite simple and lacks advanced techniques; consider the larger Minecraft sets like The Waterfall Base for a more complex and rewarding experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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255

Pieces

⏱

2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward build
Introduction to basic LEGO techniques
Features a small underwater environment
Includes interactive play features such as the shooting guardians

📈 Investment Analysis

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↑ Trending up since release

B-

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Guardian Battle, being a retired Minecraft set, has a moderate investment potential. The Minecraft theme remains consistently popular, which supports its value. However, the relatively low piece count and wide availability during its retail period might limit significant price appreciation. Given the rising price trend since retirement, it's likely to hold its value and potentially see modest gains, especially if kept in mint condition.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Guardian Battle is a smaller, more affordable option compared to larger Minecraft sets like The Abandoned Mine (21166-1) or The Modern Treehouse (21174-1). It's a good entry point for younger fans, while the larger sets offer more complex builds and play features. If you're looking for a quick and easy Minecraft build, The Guardian Battle is a good choice. Otherwise, consider investing in a larger set for a more immersive experience.

1 Minifigure Included

Diver

4 parts

B-

The set includes a Diver minifigure, a common character within the Minecraft LEGO theme, making it less of a standout collectible compared to exclusive or uniquely printed minifigures.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 255
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 66 unique parts, 251 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 4 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Bar Holder with Clip

Part #: 11090 12× Orange

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203pr0020 1× Sand Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 1× Light Bluish Gray

Projectile, Sprin...

Part #: 15303 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate 3 x 3 Cross

Part #: 15397 1× Tan

Launcher, Brick S...

Part #: 15400 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 1× Sand Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18649 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plant, Flower Ste...

Part #: 19119 1× Green

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 1× Trans-Clear

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 22388 1× Trans-Light Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Dark Green

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 1× Yellow

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 1× Bright Green

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Red

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Light Aqua

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Dark Pink

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Yellow

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 12× Green

Part #: 26603pr0005 1× Tan

Tile 2 x 3 with P...

Part #: 26603pr0081 1× Dark Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 26604 4× Tan

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 3× Sand Green

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Tan

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Medium Azure

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 4× Dark Pink

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Yellow

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 14× Sand Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Light Aqua

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Sand Green

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Dark Turquoise

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Green

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Green

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Dark Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Sand Green

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Turquoise

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1 with ...

Part #: 3024pr0020 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 1 with ...

Part #: 3024pr0021 1× Bright Pink

Plate 1 x 1 with ...

Part #: 3024pr0022 1× Medium Blue

Plate 6 x 10

Part #: 3033 2× Tan

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 1× Trans-Clear

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 7× Lime

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 12× Lavender

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Dark Tan

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 4× Yellowish Green

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 4× Dark Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 3× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 34816 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 10× Tan

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 1× Dark Turquoise

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Dark Green

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957b 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 1× Tan

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 10× Light Bluish Gray

Plant, Flower 2 x...

Part #: 4727 3× Bright Green

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Orange

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 4× Dark Turquoise

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 12× Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61252 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 1× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Yellow

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 5× Dark Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 65509 1× Tan

Bar, Angled with ...

Part #: 65578 2× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 78256 2× Tan

Weapon Trident, B...

Part #: 78801 1× Sand Green

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 86879 1× Bright Pink

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 86879 1× Bright Light Orange

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 86879 1× Medium Blue

Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

Part #: 86996 4× Yellowish Green

Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

Part #: 86996 3× Olive Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Trans-Dark Blue

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 9× Sand Green

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Tan

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 90202 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Light Bluish Gray

The set offers a good selection of Sand Green and Tan elements, useful for creating natural landscapes and underwater scenes in MOCs. The variety of plate and tile types also provides versatility for detailing and texturing.

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💎 Notable Parts

Sand Green Brick 2 x 2 (14x) $1.40

Green Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] (12x) $1.80

Blue Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] (12x) $1.80

Lavender Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (12x) $1.20

Lime Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (7x) $0.70

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.90

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the underwater reef with additional coral and plant life.

🏙 Create a larger Minecraft ocean biome with multiple sets.

🏰 Build a small underwater fortress using the sand green elements.

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO Minecraft The Guardian Battle (21180) appears to be well-regarded by the YouTube community, with Ashnflash and others considering it a standout set. Reviews from channels like JANG's LEGO Reviews and JediJACPenguin showcase the set's features without strong positive or negative sentiment, focusing on set details.

LEGO Minecraft the Guardian Battle (21180) - 2022 Early Set Review

Ashnflash • 49.9K views Review

LEGO Minecraft: The Guardian Battle 21180 review! Axolotls, Guardians, glow squid, oh my!

JANG's LEGO Reviews • 27.9K views Review

LEGO Minecraft Set (21180) "The Guardian Battle" *UNBOXING* and *SPEEDBUILD*

Fantasy Pictures • 1.6K views Unboxing

Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

3 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

JANG's LEGO Reviews offers an independent, unscripted fan review, while JediJACPenguin opens a sealed copy to showcase minifigures and build. Fantasy Pictures provides an unboxing and speed build, highlighting the set's interesting nature.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

3 videos

LEGO Minecraft the Guardian Battle (21180) - 2022 Early Set Review

Ashnflash

49.9K views Review

LEGO Minecraft: The Guardian Battle 21180 review! Axolotls, Guardians, glow squid, oh my!

JANG's LEGO Reviews

27.9K views Review

LEGO Minecraft Set (21180) "The Guardian Battle" *UNBOXING* and *SPEEDBUILD*

Fantasy Pictures

1.6K views Unboxing

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

Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

255

Official Piece Count

251

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 4 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Inventory Version: 1

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