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Build the Blacksmith Shop

Step back to 2011 and help Kai hone his skills with this classic 189-piece set. A nostalgic treat for Ninjago collectors!

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🏛 Ninjago
Set #2508

Blacksmith Shop

The Blacksmith Shop is a charming entry point into the Ninjago world.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for younger LEGO enthusiasts and Ninjago fans looking for a simple and engaging build ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 189 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the set as a nostalgic piece from the early Ninjago era, praising its simple design and unique minifigures. Some find the build basic compared to modern sets but enjoy it as a small, affordable addition to their collection.

MSRP
$19.99
Best Price
$17.99
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📝 Our Take

The Blacksmith Shop is a charming entry point into the Ninjago world. This set captures the essence of a traditional blacksmith, blending classic LEGO building with the emerging Ninjago theme.

This set is perfect for younger Ninjago fans and those new to LEGO building. With under 200 pieces, it's a quick and engaging build that introduces key characters and story elements.

Skip this if you're looking for advanced building techniques or a large display piece. Consider larger Ninjago sets like the Temple of Airjitzu for a more complex experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩
189
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple, straightforward building techniques
  • Introduction to the Ninjago theme
  • Incorporates play features like the forge
  • Good introduction to landscape building with log bricks

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
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The Blacksmith Shop, released in 2011, holds moderate investment potential due to its status as an early Ninjago set. Its relatively low piece count may limit significant appreciation, but the Ninjago theme's enduring popularity could drive demand. Minifigures play a key role in this set's value. The retirement risk is low, but the collectibility is decent. Consider the condition and completeness if acquiring for investment.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to later, larger Ninjago sets, the Blacksmith Shop offers a simpler, more accessible building experience. While it lacks the complexity of sets like Ninjago City, its smaller size and lower price point make it a good starting point for collectors and younger builders. Consider the larger Fire Temple set for a similar theme but more advanced build.

2 Minifigures Included

Includes Kai (The Golden Weapons) and Kruncha, both exclusive to early Ninjago sets, increasing their collectibility.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 84 unique parts • 174 total pieces

Brick Arch 1 x 5 x 4 [Continuous Bow] Brick Arch 1 x 5 ...
Part #: 2339 Dark Brown
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Reddish Brown
Plant, Leaves 6 x 5 Plant, Leaves 6 x 5
Part #: 2417 Bright Green
Plant, Leaves 4 x 3 Plant, Leaves 4 x 3
Part #: 2423 Green
Plate Special 2 x 2 with 1 Pin Hole [Split Underside Ribs] Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2444 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 75° 2 x 1 x 3 Slope Inverted 75...
Part #: 2449 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Blocked Open Studs and Bottom Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454a Red
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Trans-Dark Blue
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2921 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30136 16× Reddish Brown
Brick Special 1 x 4 Palisade [aka Log] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30137 Reddish Brown
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Uncapped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 30173b Pearl Gold
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Uncapped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 30173b Black
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Uncapped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 30173b Flat Silver
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Tan
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Reddish Brown
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Ovoid Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 T...
Part #: 3048c Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Double / Inverted with Bottom Stud Holder Slope 45° 2 x 1 D...
Part #: 3049d Black
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Black
Tile 2 x 2 with Map Cave, Tree, House, Waterfall Print Tile 2 x 2 with M...
Part #: 3068bpr0194 Tan
Technic Pin 3/4 Technic Pin 3/4
Part #: 32002 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 Red
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b Light Bluish Gray
Technic Gear 20 Tooth Double Bevel with Axle Hole Type 2 [X Opening] Technic Gear 20 T...
Part #: 32269 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Black
Technic Beam 1 x 11 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32525 Red
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32530 Black
Food Turkey Drumstick [Short] - 20mm Round Opening Food Turkey Drums...
Part #: 33057 Dark Orange
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Black
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Reddish Brown
Fence Lattice 1 x 4 x 1 Fence Lattice 1 x...
Part #: 3633 Pearl Gold
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Black
Slope 75° 2 x 2 x 3 Double Convex Slope 75° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3685 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Black
Technic Plate 2 x 8 [7 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3738 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Red
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick U Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4085c Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Cross Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 4150 Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Perpendicular 3L with 2 Pin Holes Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 42003 Black
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Reddish Brown
Support Round 1 x 1 x 6 Solid Pillar Support Round 1 x...
Part #: 43888 Reddish Brown
Dish 3 x 3 Inverted [Radar] Dish 3 x 3 Invert...
Part #: 43898 Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Pike / Spear [4 Side Blades] Weapon Pike / Spe...
Part #: 43899 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Black
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Reddish Brown
Weapon Pike / Spear Round End Weapon Pike / Spe...
Part #: 4497 Flat Silver
Tool Hammer / Mallet Large Tool Hammer / Mal...
Part #: 4522 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 Black
Wedge Plate 8 x 3, 22° Right Wedge Plate 8 x 3...
Part #: 50304 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 8 x 3, 22° Left Wedge Plate 8 x 3...
Part #: 50305 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 1 Double with 1 x 4 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 52501 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Reddish Brown
Technic Axle 8 with Stop Technic Axle 8 wi...
Part #: 55013 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 5.5 with Stop [Rounded Short End] Technic Axle 5.5 ...
Part #: 59426 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 6 x 4 Double with 4 x 4 Recessed and 3 Holes Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 60219 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Thick U-Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470a Black
Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2 Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2
Part #: 60481 Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword / Scimitar Notched Blade Weapon Sword / Sc...
Part #: 60752 Flat Silver
Fence 1 x 8 x 2 2/3 Fence 1 x 8 x 2 2/3
Part #: 6079 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 White
Container Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening Container Box 2 x...
Part #: 61780 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Dark Red
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Light Bluish Gray
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 Trans-Neon Orange
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise, 2 Center Slots Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 6558 Blue
Technic Gear 12 Tooth Bevel Technic Gear 12 T...
Part #: 6589 Tan
Tile 2 x 4 with Groove Tile 2 x 4 with G...
Part #: 87079 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Bladed Claw Weapon Bladed Claw
Part #: 88811 Flat Silver
Plate 8 x 16 Plate 8 x 16
Part #: 92438 Tan
Arm Skeleton Bent with Clips at 90° [Vertical Grip] Arm Skeleton Bent...
Part #: 93061 White
Features a good selection of Reddish Brown elements, including the unique Palisade bricks, which are useful for creating rustic builds and landscaping.

🛒 Where to Buy

LEGO (UK)
✓ In Stock
£14.99
eBay
✓ In Stock
$17.99
Walmart
✓ In Stock
$18.99
Target
✓ In Stock
$19.99
LEGO (US)
✓ In Stock
$19.99
LEGO (CA)
✓ In Stock
$24.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Reddish Brown Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] (16x) $1.60
Black Tile 2 x 2 with Groove (6x) $0.30
Red Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Blocked Open Studs and Bottom Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges (4x) $0.80
Reddish Brown Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight (4x) $0.60
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$3.30

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand into a larger medieval village scene
🏙 Integrate into a Ninjago city layout
🌳 Create a forest outpost for the ninja

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What YouTubers Say

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Brickformula's review of the LEGO Ninjago Blacksmith Shop (2508) points out the playable weapon rack feature activated by lifting the roof. While the set includes minifigures like Kai and Kruncha and an assortment of weapons, the reviewer finds the set to be just 'okay' due to the lack of exclusive elements.

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Brickformula's review of the LEGO Ninjago Blacksmith Shop (2508) points out the playable weapon rack feature activated by lifting the roof. While the set includes minifigures like Kai and Kruncha and an assortment of weapons, the reviewer finds the set to be just 'okay' due to the lack of exclusive elements.

Reddit Reviews

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Charts Inventory Statistics

84
Unique Parts
174
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1