How many pieces are in the Scorpion Orb Launcher?

Scorpion Orb Launcher contains 229 pieces.

When was the Scorpion Orb Launcher released?

Scorpion Orb Launcher was released in 2004.

🏛 Mission Deep Freeze

Set #4774

Scorpion Orb Launcher

The Scorpion Orb Launcher is a unique and somewhat quirky set from the Alpha Team's Mission Deep Freeze theme.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Ideal for younger LEGO fans or those interested in unique vehicle designs from niche themes.
Build: 229 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 8.7¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.8 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the unique design of the Scorpion Orb Launcher and its play features, but some find the set to be somewhat simple for its price. The minifigures are a plus, but the overall building experience may not appeal to advanced builders.

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📝 Our Take

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The Scorpion Orb Launcher is a unique and somewhat quirky set from the Alpha Team's Mission Deep Freeze theme. Its unusual design, featuring a scorpion-like vehicle launching orbs, makes it stand out from other LEGO sets of the early 2000s, offering a distinct aesthetic that captures the adventurous spirit of the theme.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors interested in niche themes and unique vehicle designs. The build is relatively straightforward, making it accessible for younger builders, while the distinctive look and play features offer something interesting for older fans and collectors.

Skip this if you prefer more realistic or detailed LEGO models. This set's stylized design and play-oriented features might not appeal to those seeking complex builds or display pieces. Consider other Alpha Team sets or vehicles from themes like LEGO City for a more conventional building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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229

Pieces

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward building process
Unique scorpion-like vehicle design
Features a launching mechanism for the orbs
Includes two minifigures for play scenarios

📈 Investment Analysis

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→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Scorpion Orb Launcher from the Mission Deep Freeze theme presents a moderate investment opportunity. As a retired set from a less mainstream theme, its value is primarily driven by nostalgia and the rarity of complete sets in good condition. While it may not experience explosive growth, the stable price trend suggests a consistent demand from collectors interested in completing their Alpha Team collections. The relatively low piece count and common minifigures limit significant appreciation, but its unique design contributes to its long-term collectibility.

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Compared to other sets in the Mission Deep Freeze theme, the Scorpion Orb Launcher offers a unique vehicle design and play feature. While other sets might provide more substantial builds or exclusive minifigures, this set stands out for its distinctive aesthetic and launching mechanism. Collectors seeking a complete Alpha Team experience might prioritize this set for its unusual design.

2 Minifigures Included

Flex (Alpha Team)

4 parts

B+

Ogel Minion / Super Ice Drone

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B+

The set includes Flex from Alpha Team and an Ogel Minion, providing a good balance of heroes and villains. While not exceptionally rare, these minifigures are specific to the Alpha Team theme, adding to the set's collectibility.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 229
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 69 unique parts, 221 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The piece count includes the 8 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 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 6× Dark Red

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 2× Trans-Orange

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Black

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 3× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 2436 8× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 1× Dark Red

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 2× Trans-Medium Blue

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Handlebars

Part #: 30031 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Dark Red

Equipment Crystal...

Part #: 30106 2× Trans-Clear

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 7× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 10× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30236 1× Dark Red

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Dark Blue

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 30364 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 30365 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Sand Blue

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 3× Sand Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3038 2× Dark Red

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 30383 4× Black

Windscreen 8 x 4 ...

Part #: 30536 1× Black

Windscreen 8 x 4 ...

Part #: 30536 1× Trans-Brown

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 30541 2× Dark Red

Tile 2 x 2 with A...

Part #: 3068bpr0116 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 1× Dark Red

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 1× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 3× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064b 2× Black

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32174 8× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32174 2× Dark Red

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 32476 6× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 3× Black

Minifig Head (No ...

Part #: 3626bpr0094 2× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 5× Dark Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 6× Black

Antenna 1 x 4 wit...

Part #: 3957a 2× Trans-Orange

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 41678 1× Dark Red

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41747 1× Dark Red

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41748 1× Dark Red

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 2× Blue

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 10× Dark Red

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Large Figure Skel...

Part #: 43557 2× Dark Red

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43710 1× Dark Red

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43710 4× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43711 4× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43711 1× Dark Red

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43713 1× Black

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44036 1× Black

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44036 2× Dark Red

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301a 7× Light Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Light Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 6× Dark Red

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 47455 2× Dark Red

Windscreen 9 x 3 ...

Part #: 47844 2× Trans-Medium Blue

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48169 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48171 2× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 7 x 6...

Part #: 50303 2× Black

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50304 1× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50305 1× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 2× Light Bluish Gray

Sports Ski with H...

Part #: 6120 2× White

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Medium Blue

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Rubber Belt Small...

Part #: 85543 1× White

The parts inventory includes a good selection of dark red and dark bluish gray elements, useful for building vehicles and structures. The presence of Technic axles and connectors makes it a decent source for adding functionality to MOCs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Red Slope 33° 3 x 1 (10x) $1.00

Black Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Square Corners] (8x) $1.20

Black Technic Axle Connector 2 x 3 with Ball Socket, Open Sides (8x) $2.00

Dark Red Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (6x) $1.50

Dark Red Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] (6x) $0.90

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.60

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Alternate futuristic vehicles or spacecraft

🤖 Robotic scorpion or other mechanical creatures

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Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 7 videos

3.3 /5

Mixed

14% positive

BlockTalk AI

Overall sentiment for the Alpha Team Scorpion Orb Launcher (4774-1) is mixed, with a score of 3.2/5 based on 10 videos. SpitBrix questions LEGO's design choices regarding loose bricks, while Maniac4Bricks provides standard reviews of similar Alpha Team sets (4745 and 4744) without expressing strong opinions on 4774-1 itself.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 7 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.3 /5

Mixed

14% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Top reviews focus on Alpha Team sets from 2004, including comparisons and price/piece breakdowns. While not explicitly reviewing the Scorpion Orb Launcher, reviewers like Maniac4Bricks provide context by examining similar sets from the same theme and year.