How many pieces are in The Skeleton Defense?

The Skeleton Defense contains 31 pieces.

When was The Skeleton Defense released?

The Skeleton Defense was released in 2020.

🏛 Minecraft

Set #30394

The Skeleton Defense

The Skeleton Defense is a charming little Minecraft polybag.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Perfect for young Minecraft fans or anyone looking for a quick and easy LEGO build.
Build: 31 pieces · about 0.3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $4.99 list price · 16.1¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.5 community rating from 84 ratings

Fans appreciate the low price and inclusion of two minifigures, making it a good value for a polybag. Some find the build too simple and repetitive, but it's generally well-received as a small Minecraft set.

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📝 Our Take

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The Skeleton Defense is a charming little Minecraft polybag. For a small set, it packs in two minifigures and a surprisingly detailed little scene, capturing the essence of early-game Minecraft survival.

This set is perfect for young Minecraft fans or collectors of polybags. It's a quick and easy build, ideal as a small gift or stocking stuffer, and the minifigures add play value.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex building experience or a large display piece. This is a small, simple set; consider larger Minecraft sets like the Abandoned Mine (21166-1) for a more involved build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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Pieces

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0.25h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward construction
Introduces basic Minecraft building techniques
Includes terrain elements and a small carrot patch
Creates a mini-diorama for display

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Skeleton Defense, while a small set, holds some investment potential due to its retired status and the enduring popularity of the Minecraft theme. Polybags often see price appreciation after retirement, especially those with desirable minifigures. However, the low piece count and relatively common minifigures limit its potential for explosive growth. It's a low-risk investment, but expect modest returns over the long term.

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This set is comparable to other small Minecraft sets and polybags. It offers a similar entry point to the theme but is smaller than sets like the Crafting Box 3.0 (21161-1). If you're looking for a more substantial build, consider those larger sets, but this polybag is a great impulse buy or addition to an existing collection.

2 Minifigures Included

Alex

3 parts

Skeleton, Square Skull (60115 Torso)

6 parts

Includes an Alex minifigure and a Skeleton minifigure with the square skull torso. These are common Minecraft minifigures, but still a good addition for new collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 31
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 16 unique parts, 22 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 9 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.

Tool Pickaxe Bloc...

Part #: 18789 1× Flat Silver

Weapon Bow and Ar...

Part #: 18792 1× Reddish Brown

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 2× Bright Green

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Red

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 1× Trans-Dark Blue

Plant, Carrot Top

Part #: 33183 2× Bright Light Orange

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Green

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Flat Silver

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 1× Green

The set includes a few useful plates and bricks in Dark Bluish Gray and Light Bluish Gray, along with some plant elements for detailing. Nothing particularly rare, but a good starter selection for building small Minecraft scenes.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (2x) $0.20

Bright Green Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (2x) $0.10

Bright Light Orange Plant, Carrot Top (2x) $0.15

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$0.45

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the carrot farm with more crops and fences.

🏰 Create a small fortified outpost to defend against skeletons.

🏙 Integrate the set into a larger Minecraft village layout.

Community Insights

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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

The LEGO Minecraft Skeleton Defense (30394) garners neutral sentiment from reviewers like Ashnflash and Pro Lego Channel, who offer straightforward build and review perspectives. Some suggest alternative names fitting the set's features, but overall, opinions remain observational rather than strongly positive or negative.

LEGO Minecraft Skeleton Defense (30394) Polybag Review

Ashnflash • 10.1K views Review

The Skeleton Defense | Lego Minecraft Build and Review | 30394 (2020)

Pro Lego Channel • 1.1K views Review

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

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Ashnflash provides a standard polybag review of the set. Pro Lego Channel humorously suggests renaming it "the Alex Defense," highlighting the set's focus on defending with the included wall and shooter.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

2 videos

LEGO Minecraft Skeleton Defense (30394) Polybag Review

Ashnflash

10.1K views Review

The Skeleton Defense | Lego Minecraft Build and Review | 30394 (2020)

Pro Lego Channel

1.1K views Review

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

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

Official Piece Count

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 9 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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