Dive into Elvendale!
With the Water Dragon Adventure

Join Naida Riverheart and Merina the water dragon for magical quests! A classic 2016 set with 212 pieces.

🏛 Elves
Set #41172

The Water Dragon Adventure

The Water Dragon Adventure is a charming little set from the Elves theme.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for younger LEGO fans and those who enjoy fantasy-themed sets ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 212 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the Water Dragon Adventure for its charming design and vibrant color scheme, making it visually appealing and fun to build. However, some find the set to be relatively small for the price and the build experience a bit too simple.

📝 Our Take

The Water Dragon Adventure is a charming little set from the Elves theme. It perfectly captures the magical feel of the Elvendale world with its vibrant colors and imaginative design, featuring a posable water dragon and a small island scene.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO fans and those who enjoy the Elves theme. The build is relatively straightforward, making it a great introduction to more intricate LEGO models, and it offers good play value with the posable dragon and included minifigure.

Skip this if you prefer more complex builds or are not a fan of the Elves theme. While cute, it may not appeal to those seeking a challenging building experience; consider sets from the Creator 3-in-1 line for more involved builds.

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🧱 Building Experience

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212
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple, straightforward build suitable for beginners
  • Posable water dragon with ball joint connections
  • Use of vibrant colors to create a magical aesthetic
  • Small island scene with hidden details

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable
B-
Investment Grade
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The Water Dragon Adventure, being a retired set from the Elves theme, has some potential as an investment. The Elves theme has a dedicated following, and sets like this, with unique creatures and vibrant colors, tend to hold their value. However, the relatively low piece count and single minifigure may limit its appreciation potential compared to larger, more exclusive sets. Monitor its price trends on secondary markets and consider its overall condition if purchasing for investment purposes.

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Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Elves sets, The Water Dragon Adventure is on the smaller side but offers a unique creature build. Sets like 41176-1 The Secret Market Place offer more elaborate scenery but lack the posable dragon. If you prioritize creature builds, this set is a good choice; otherwise, consider larger Elves sets for more complex building experiences.

1 Minifigures Included

The set includes a Naida Riverheart minifigure, featuring detailed printing and accessories specific to the Elves theme. This minifigure is exclusive to a few sets, adding to its collectible value.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 84 unique parts • 197 total pieces

Minifig Footwear Flipper [Thick] Minifig Footwear ...
Part #: 10190 Dark Purple
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Pin Hole on Top Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 11458 Reddish Brown
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Dark Brown
Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Medium Azure
Tile, Star with Stud Holder, Pin Hole Tile, Star with S...
Part #: 11609 Dark Orange
Headwear Accessory Bow with Heart, Long Ribbon and Pin Headwear Accessor...
Part #: 11618 Magenta
Slope Curved 4 x 1 Inverted Slope Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 13547 Medium Lavender
Animal Body Part, Horn (Cattle) / Tentacle / Vine / Branch / Tongue - Long Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 13564 White
Brick Arch 1 x 3 x 3 [Gothic] Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...
Part #: 13965 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14417 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14418 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Towball Socket and Towball Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14419 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Centre Side Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14704 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder with Green Foliage Print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1042 Lime
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Medium Azure
Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Medium Lavender
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Vertical Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15070 Medium Azure
Animal Body Part, Bat Wing with Shaft [Chima Bat Wing] Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 15082 Dark Purple
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 15100 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Three Teeth [Tri-Tooth] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15208 White
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Dark Blue
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 15672 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Dark Bluish Gray
Rock - Heart Jewel with Shaft Rock - Heart Jewe...
Part #: 15745 Trans-Light Blue
Animal, Clam [Type 2 - Locking Edge on Inner Lip] Animal, Clam [Typ...
Part #: 18866 White
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Trans-Clear
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Reddish Brown
Creature Body Part, Dragon Wing 13 x 8, with Marbled Trans-Purple Pattern Creature Body Par...
Part #: 23989pat0002 Medium Azure
Plant, Leaves 6 x 5 Plant, Leaves 6 x 5
Part #: 2417 Magenta
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head Upper Jaw with 2 Studs on Top and White Decorations Print Creature Body Par...
Part #: 24196pr0002 Medium Azure
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head Lower Jaw with 1 Stud Creature Body Par...
Part #: 24199 Medium Azure
Plant, Leaves 4 x 3 Plant, Leaves 4 x 3
Part #: 2423 Lime
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Light Bluish Gray
Sticker Sheet for Set 41172-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 25774 [No Color/Any Color]
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Medium Lavender
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Trans-Clear
Technic Axle Towball Technic Axle Towball
Part #: 2736 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Lime
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Medium Azure
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...
Part #: 30153 Trans-Purple
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...
Part #: 30153 Trans-Dark Pink
Equipment Binoculars Equipment Binoculars
Part #: 30162 Pearl Gold
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Medium Azure
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Medium Lavender
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Medium Azure
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Medium Lavender
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Tan
Plate Round Corner 3 x 3 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30357 Green
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Trans-Clear
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Trans-Light Blue
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3045 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 Medium Azure
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Trans-Clear
Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube Brick 1 x 2 witho...
Part #: 3065 Trans-Dark Pink
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Tan
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Dark Blue
Tile 2 x 2 with Map of Dragon Egg Location Print Tile 2 x 2 with M...
Part #: 3068bpr0291 Tan
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Trans-Clear
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b Light Bluish Gray
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Bright Light Orange
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Magenta
Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals Plant, Flower, Pl...
Part #: 33291 Bright Green
Minifig Head [Plain] [Hollow Stud] Minifig Head [Pla...
Part #: 3626c Trans-Neon Green
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Medium Azure
Slope 65° 2 x 2 x 2 with Bottom Tube Slope 65° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3678b Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Medium Lavender
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Green
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Medium Lavender
Equipment Hairbrush Short Handle [10mm] Equipment Hairbru...
Part #: 3852b Bright Light Orange
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b Magenta
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Reddish Brown
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted [Radar] Dish 2 x 2 Invert...
Part #: 4740 Green
Slope Inverted 45° 4 x 2 Double with 2 x 2 Recessed Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 4871 Medium Lavender
Slope Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Slope Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Medium Azure
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Medium Azure
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Clear
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Trans-Light Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Medium Azure
Wave / Flame Rounded with Base Rim Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 6126b Trans-Light Blue
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Dark Purple
Wedge Curved 4 x 3 No Studs [Plain] Wedge Curved 4 x ...
Part #: 64225 Medium Azure
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 4 with Stop Technic Axle 4 wi...
Part #: 87083 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Bar Up [Horizontal Arm 5mm] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 88072 Black
Launcher, 1 x 4 with 1 x 2 Plate with Pin Hole and Bucket (Catapult) Launcher, 1 x 4 w...
Part #: 88289 Medium Azure
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Top Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92280 Light Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 2 x 1 with Rounded Corners and Central Divider Panel 1 x 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 93095 Reddish Brown
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Lime
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 Trans-Dark Blue
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Water Power Icon Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0032 Trans-Dark Blue
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99781 Light Bluish Gray
The set features a good selection of Medium Azure and Medium Lavender parts, useful for MOC builders looking to add vibrant colors to their creations. The various curved slopes and specialized plates also offer unique building possibilities.

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 with 5.9mm Centre Side Towball (9x) $1.35
Medium Azure Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] (8x) $0.80
Medium Azure Plate Special 1 x 1 with Vertical Tooth (8x) $1.20
Magenta Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 4 Petals (5x) $0.75
Trans-Purple Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet (3x) $0.90
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$5.00

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the island into a larger Elvendale landscape
🧙 Create a wizard's tower incorporating the dragon
🚢 Design a magical boat for the water dragon

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Charts Inventory Statistics

84
Unique Parts
197
Total Pieces
1
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1