How many pieces are in The Nether Portal Ambush?

The Nether Portal Ambush contains 352 pieces.

What age is The Nether Portal Ambush recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8+.

When was The Nether Portal Ambush released?

The Nether Portal Ambush was released in 2024.

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🏛 Minecraft

Set #21255

The Nether Portal Ambush

The Nether Portal Ambush is a compact, action-packed gateway into the Minecraft universe.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Beginner build Great for young Minecraft fans and beginner LEGO builders.
Build: 352 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $37.99 list price · 10.8¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 46 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's accurate representation of the Nether Portal and the inclusion of the Orc Warrior minifigure. Some reviewers feel the set is a bit small for the price, but overall, it's considered a fun and worthwhile addition to any LEGO Minecraft collection.

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📝 Our Take

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The Nether Portal Ambush is a compact, action-packed gateway into the Minecraft universe. It perfectly captures the essence of venturing into the Nether, complete with recognizable blocks and a fearsome Orc Warrior ready for adventure.

This set is perfect for Minecraft fans of all ages, especially those looking for a smaller, more affordable set. The build is straightforward and enjoyable, making it a great introduction to LEGO Minecraft. It's also a fun display piece for any Minecraft enthusiast.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex or expansive Minecraft build. Consider larger sets like The Abandoned Village (21190) for a more involved experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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352

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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11cm × 22cm × 14cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Simple and engaging building techniques.
Recreates the iconic Nether portal with recognizable blocks.
Features interactive elements for play.
Compact size makes it easy to display.

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Nether Portal Ambush has decent investment potential. As a Minecraft set, it benefits from the enduring popularity of the video game. Its relatively low price point makes it accessible to a wider audience, increasing the chances of long-term demand. However, its smaller size and piece count may limit significant appreciation. The stable price trend suggests consistent demand, but investors should monitor its retirement status and future Minecraft releases.

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1 Minifigure Included

Orc Warrior

3 parts

The set includes an Orc Warrior minifigure with a custom skin, adding a unique character to your LEGO Minecraft collection.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 352
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 73 unique parts, 349 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The official piece count includes the 3 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 10× White

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11458 2× Nougat

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr0008 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 10× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tool Pickaxe Bloc...

Part #: 18789 1× Medium Azure

Weapon Bow and Ar...

Part #: 18792 1× Medium Lavender

Plant, Flower Ste...

Part #: 19119 1× Dark Red

Minifig Head Spec...

Part #: 19729pr0023 2× Dark Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 1× Black

Part #: 2420 8× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Black

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 3× Red

Brick 1 x 16

Part #: 2465 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Dark Tan

Tile 2 x 3 with P...

Part #: 26603pr0124 1× Nougat

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 28192 1× Nougat

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 3× Dark Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 6× Red

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× White

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 3× Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Orange

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 11× Dark Red

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 8× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 3× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Tan

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Orange

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 8× White

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 4× Dark Turquoise

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Trans-Orange

Brick 1 x 8

Part #: 3008 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 2× White

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 3× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 1× Tan

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Medium Nougat

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Red

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Medium Nougat

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 7× Nougat

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Nougat

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 5× Trans-Orange

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Dark Tan

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Turquoise

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 8× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 3031 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× White

Part #: 3036 3× Orange

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 1× Red

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 30383 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Orange

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Tan

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 13× White

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 8× Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 1× Medium Nougat

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Dark Orange

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× White

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Medium Nougat

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 1× Red

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× White

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 44567b 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 6× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 3

Part #: 4490 2× Nougat

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 46212 2× Trans-Purple

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 2× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Black

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× White

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 54657 9× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 54657 1× Black

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× Red

Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...

Part #: 60581 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 10× Dark Purple

Launcher, Brick S...

Part #: 63783 1× White

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Nougat

Part #: 73825 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 2× Red

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 6× Dark Green

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Black

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Trans-Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 6× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 13× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 90258 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 92582 6× White

This set offers a good mix of basic bricks and plates in useful colors like red, black, and white. The inclusion of jumper plates and hinge plates provides opportunities for creative building and detailing.

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💎 Notable Parts

Red Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (13x) $1.30

White Tile 1 x 2 with Groove (13x) $0.65

Dark Red Brick 2 x 2 (11x) $0.55

Black Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 (6x) $0.90

Trans-Orange Plate 1 x 1 (5x) $0.75

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.15

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the Nether portal into a larger fortress or dungeon entrance.

🌳 Create a custom Minecraft biome using the included bricks and elements.

🏙 Build a micro-scale Minecraft village or town.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

352

Official Piece Count

349

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 3 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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