How many pieces are in The End Arena?

The End Arena contains 252 pieces.

When was The End Arena released?

The End Arena was released in 2023.

🏛 Minecraft

Set #21242

The End Arena

The End Arena is a compact but engaging Minecraft set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Beginner build Ideal for Minecraft fans of all ages, especially younger builders looking for a fun and accessible set
Build: 252 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.6 community rating from 44 ratings

Fans appreciate the accurate representation of the End biome and the exclusive minifigures. Some find the set a bit small for the price, but overall it's considered a fun and worthwhile addition to a Minecraft LEGO collection.

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📝 Our Take

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The End Arena is a compact but engaging Minecraft set. It perfectly captures the essence of an End battle, complete with iconic characters and terrain features that Minecraft fans will instantly recognize.

This set is perfect for younger Minecraft enthusiasts and those seeking a quick, satisfying build. The build is relatively straightforward, making it accessible for children while still offering enough detail to be visually appealing.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging build or a large, complex model. Consider the larger Minecraft sets like The Village or The Mountain Cave for a more extensive building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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252

Pieces

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions make for a smooth building experience
Recreates the End biome with accuracy
Includes play features for recreating battles
Compact size makes it easy to display

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The End Arena, being a retired Minecraft set, has potential for modest investment growth. Minecraft's enduring popularity ensures continued interest. However, the relatively low piece count and the availability of other Minecraft sets may limit significant price appreciation. Monitor aftermarket prices for optimal selling opportunities. The exclusive minifigures add some value.

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The End Arena 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 new Minecraft LEGO fans or those looking for a quick build. The lower price point makes it an attractive alternative to pricier sets.

4 Minifigures Included

Enderman, Dark Tan Box, Foot Plate

15 parts

Shulker

5 parts

Includes the End Warrior, Dragon Archer, Enderman, and Shulker minifigures. The End Warrior and Dragon Archer are unique to this set, making them desirable for collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 252
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 67 unique parts, 224 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 28 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.

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 14719 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 15456 1× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword Blocky

Part #: 18787 1× Pearl Titanium

Weapon Axe Blocky

Part #: 18788 1× Medium Lavender

Weapon Bow and Ar...

Part #: 18792 1× Medium Lavender

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 1× Trans-Clear

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 3× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2476a 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 5× Lavender

Tile 2 x 3 with P...

Part #: 26603pr0105 1× Light Bluish Gray

Minifig Head [Pla...

Part #: 28621 1× Trans-Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 7× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Bright Pink

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Magenta

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Dark Purple

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 2× Tan

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 11× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30137 6× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 11× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Dark Purple

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 3× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Tan

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 2× Orange

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Orange

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Red

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× Dark Purple

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32014 2× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 2× Red

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Bright Light Orange

Plant, Carrot

Part #: 33172 1× Pearl Gold

Plant, Carrot Top

Part #: 33183 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Dark Purple

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 2× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 2× Red

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Dark Pink

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 4× Tan

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 39789 2× Dark Blue

Bracket 2 x 2 wit...

Part #: 41682 4× Black

Plate 2 x 16

Part #: 4282 1× Tan

Technic Axle 7

Part #: 44294 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× Black

Brick 1 x 12

Part #: 6112 1× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Dark Purple

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6180 4× Black

Brick 2 x 2 witho...

Part #: 6223 2× Trans-Clear

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Black

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 2× Orange

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 76959 2× Black

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 79194 1× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 7× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Tan

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 5× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Dark Tan

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Trans-Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Black

Features a good selection of black and dark bluish gray elements, useful for building dark landscapes or adding details to MOCs. The Palisade bricks are great for adding texture.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (11x) $1.65

Black Tile 2 x 4 with Groove (7x) $0.70

Lavender Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (5x) $1.25

Black Plate Special 4 x 6 with Studs on 3 Edges (4x) $0.80

Dark Tan Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (4x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$5.40

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the End landscape with custom terrain features

🧙 Create a custom End portal room

🏙 Design a small-scale Minecraft village section

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

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What YouTubers Say

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BlockTalk AI

NycrypticProject's speed build and unboxing of The End Arena (21242) highlights the value of the minifigure selection including the End Warrior and Dragon Archer. The reviewer also praises the set's playability features and concludes it's worth the price.

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What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

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Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

252

Official Piece Count

224

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 28 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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