How many pieces are in The Dragon Sanctuary?

The Dragon Sanctuary contains 585 pieces.

What age is The Dragon Sanctuary recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-12.

When was The Dragon Sanctuary released?

The Dragon Sanctuary was released in 2016.

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🏛 Elves

Set #41178

The Dragon Sanctuary

The Dragon Sanctuary is a magical LEGO Elves set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO Elves enthusiasts and builders who enjoy fantasy and colorful designs.
Build: 585 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $58.14 list price · 9.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 70 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's vibrant colors and magical design, making it a visually appealing addition to any LEGO Elves collection. Some find the build repetitive in certain sections, but the overall aesthetic and unique minifigures are generally well-received.

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📝 Our Take

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The Dragon Sanctuary is a magical LEGO Elves set. Released in 2016, this set captures the enchanting world of Elvendale, featuring a beautifully designed sanctuary for dragons and two unique minifigures.

This set is perfect for LEGO Elves fans and those who enjoy fantasy-themed builds. The build is moderately challenging, offering a rewarding experience with its intricate details and vibrant color scheme. It's a great display piece that brings a touch of magic to any collection.

Skip this if you prefer more complex building techniques or larger-scale models. Consider the LEGO Harry Potter sets like Hogwarts Castle for a more challenging and detailed magical build.

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585

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-12

Ages

Build Highlights:

Intricate details in the dragon sanctuary design
Creative use of curved slopes and plant elements
Engaging construction of the waterfall and hidden features
Vibrant color scheme that brings the set to life

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Dragon Sanctuary offers decent investment potential, primarily driven by its retirement status and the popularity of the LEGO Elves theme. While not as iconic as some licensed themes, the set's unique color palette and fantasy elements appeal to a niche collector base. The presence of exclusive minifigures and a reasonable piece count for its original price point contribute to its potential for value appreciation. However, its investment performance will likely be moderate compared to more mainstream themes like Star Wars or modular buildings. The set's value is mostly tied to the Elves theme, so broader LEGO trends may not affect it as much. Still, given its age and the finite number of sealed sets available, a slow but steady appreciation is probable.

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📖 About This Set

Help Tidus and Aira bring the dragons and elves together again!

Help rebuild the bond between the dragons and the elves at the Dragon Sanctuary. Fish with Tidus on his raft, then blow the sacred horn to call the dragons. Ride with Aira on Gust the 4-winged wind dragon to gain access to the Sanctuary's upper temple, and then help Tidus hatch a plan to help the other elves. Remember to meet Rayne the baby water dragon, and feed her some dragon cherries before you go!

Includes Aira and Tidus mini-doll figures, Gust the wind dragon, and Rayne the baby water dragon.
Features a 3-level building with space for baby dragon eggs, a waterfall, elevator and a raft launcher.
Includes a revolving rock wall, dragon cherry tree, sacred horn and a secret sliding platform.
Slide the secret panel out to stand on and pet the wind dragon.
Move the elevator up and down with the lever behind the wall.
Set up the water slide to send Rayne on a fun raft ride.
Accessory elements include cookie bricks, a telescope, compass, map, feather, cup with smoothie, fishing pole and fish, bath with soaps and 2 bath bottles.
This set offers an age-appropriate building experience for ages 8-12.
Dragon Sanctuary measures over 11” (30cm) high, 4” (11cm) wide and 5” (14cm) deep.
Gust the wind dragon measures over 3” (9cm) high, 10” (27cm) long and has a wingspan of 13” (35cm).

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Compared to other LEGO Elves sets, The Dragon Sanctuary stands out with its detailed sanctuary design and vibrant color scheme. While sets like 'Naida's Epic Adventure Ship' (41185-1) offer different play experiences, The Dragon Sanctuary focuses on creating a magical display piece. Collectors might choose this set for its unique aesthetic and potential for integration into larger Elvendale displays.

2 Minifigures Included

Tidus Stormsurfer

4 parts

Aira Windwhistler in Dark Purple Outfit

4 parts

B+

The set includes two minifigures: Tidus Stormsurfer and Aira Windwhistler in a Dark Purple Outfit. Aira is unique to this set. These figures add play value and collector appeal to the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 585
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 167 unique parts, 580 pieces
Minifigures: 2

LEGO counts 585 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 588, including the 8 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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The set contains a notable quantity of Medium Lavender and Light Aqua elements, making it a valuable source for builders looking to incorporate these colors into their MOCs. The variety of curved slopes and plates also offers versatility for creating organic shapes and detailed structures.

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💎 Notable Parts

Medium Lavender Slope Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 (14x) $1.40

Trans-Purple Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet (7x) $1.75

Light Aqua Plate 1 x 2 (9x) $0.90

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.05

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the sanctuary into a larger Elvendale landscape

🧙 Create a magical wizard's tower using the set's elements

🏰 Incorporate the set's design into a fantasy castle build

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ellieV's review of The Dragon Sanctuary (41178-1) praises the unique dragon builds and personalities in the LEGO Elves theme, particularly Gust the wind dragon, noting its majestic purple and aqua color scheme and four wings. The reviewer also highlights the set's features like the waterfall, docking area, and sliding platform as engaging play elements.