NINJAGO
Chain Cycle Ambush!

Relive the 2015 classic set with Zane, Wrayth, and Pyrrhus! Outmaneuver the Ghost Bike to seize the Aeroblade.

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🏛 Ninjago
Set #70730

Chain Cycle Ambush

Chain Cycle Ambush is a fun, action-packed addition to the Ninjago: Possession lineup.

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Who it's for
Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Ninjago fans of all ages, especially those who enjoy vehicle builds and ghost themes
Build
298 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price
$29.99 list price · 10.1¢ per piece
Availability
Retired at LEGO
★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating

Fans appreciate the unique chain cycle design and the cool minifigures, especially Wrayth. Some reviewers mention that the build is relatively simple, but overall, it's considered a fun and visually appealing set for Ninjago enthusiasts.

MSRP
$29.99
Best Price
$46.17
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📝 Our Take

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Chain Cycle Ambush is a fun, action-packed addition to the Ninjago: Possession lineup. This set perfectly captures the ghostly aesthetic of the season with its trans-neon green elements and unique vehicle design, offering a great play experience and a striking display piece.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans, especially those who enjoy the ghost-themed seasons. With a satisfying build and three cool minifigures, it provides ample opportunities for imaginative play and storytelling.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex building experience or a larger display model. Consider sets like the Temple of Airjitzu (70751-1) for a more challenging build or the Destiny's Bounty (70738-1) for a larger ship model.

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🧱 Building Experience

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298
Pieces
⏱
2.5h
Estimated Build Time
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Intermediate
Difficulty
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8-14
Ages
Build Highlights:
  • Unique chain cycle design with rotating saw blades
  • Incorporation of trans-neon green elements for a ghostly aesthetic
  • Airjitzu flyer function for Zane
  • Sturdy construction for active play

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⏳ Retired
Chain Cycle Ambush, released in 2015, is now retired and shows a rising price trend, indicating growing demand. Its smaller size and relatively low piece count make it an accessible entry point for Ninjago collectors. The inclusion of exclusive minifigures further enhances its collectibility. While not a guaranteed home run, its theme popularity and retirement status suggest a solid investment potential, especially if acquired at a reasonable price. However, fluctuations in the LEGO market and potential re-releases should be considered.

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📖 About This Set

Speed away from the Ghost Bike and grab the Aeroblade!

Help Zane to defeat Chain Master Wrayth! Grab the precious Aeroblade from the spirit vortex and defeat the Ghosts! The ghoulish Wrayth is riding to intercept the Ninja on his spine-chilling Chain Cycle with spiked wheels. Jump onto Zane’s glider and swerve clear of the bike’s stud shooters. Dodge the chain bolas fired from the rear catapult and watch out for the deadly Skreemers—if they attach themselves to Zane’s head, he’ll be turned into a ghost! Fend off those Ghosts with his double-ended Elemental Ice Spear and beat the Chain Master to the Aeroblade before it’s too late. Includes 3 minifigures with assorted weapon elements: Zane, Chain Master Wrayth and Ghost Warrior Pyrrhus.

  • Includes 3 minifigures with assorted weapon elements: Zane, Chain Master Wrayth and Ghost Warrior Pyrrhus
  • Chain Cycle features a saddle, red ‘eyes’, wheels with spikes, 2 stud shooters, weapons holder, chain bolas and a rear catapult
  • Zane’s glider features blade and sword details and a translucent ice exhaust element
  • Spirit vortex features a detachable Aeroblade
  • Also includes 2 Skreemer (attachable to minifigures) with accessory elements: an ice cream, Ghost Katana and a wrench
  • Weapon elements include Zane’s Elemental Ice Spear, Wrayth’s Chain Staff with Ghost Master Blade and Pyrrhus’ Ghost Katana
  • Wrayth and Pyrrhus minifigures feature transparent ghost legs and ghost armor
  • Evade the Chain Cycle’s catapult and stud shooters!
  • Fend off the Skreemer with Zane’s Elemental Ice Spear
  • Defeat Wrayth and grab the Aeroblade from the ghost vortex
  • Recreate your favorite scenes from the NINJAGO™: Masters of Spinjitzu TV show
  • Chain Cycle measures over 3” (10cm) high, 10” (27cm) long and 5” (14cm) wide
  • Zane’s glider measures over 2” (7cm) long, 2” (7cm) wide and under 1” (1cm) high
  • Spirit vortex measures over 2” (6cm) high, 1” (4cm) wide and 1” (4cm) deep

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Ninjago sets in the same price range, Chain Cycle Ambush offers a unique vehicle design and a strong focus on minifigures. While sets like Kai Fighter (70721-1) offer aerial vehicles, this set stands out with its ghostly theme and ground-based action. If you prefer larger, more complex builds, consider investing in larger Ninjago Temple sets instead.

3 Minifigures Included

The set includes three minifigures, with Ghost Chain Master Wrayth being exclusive, adding to the set's collectibility. Zane's Airjitzu outfit is also unique to this wave of Ninjago sets.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count
298
Parts cataloged in this inventory
111 unique parts, 283 pieces
Minifigures
3

The official piece count includes the 15 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Bar Holder with Clip Bar Holder with Clip
Part #: 11090 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Bar Holder with Clip Bar Holder with Clip
Part #: 11090 2× White
Wheel Hard Plastic, Treaded with 7 Pin Holes and 6 Small Holes Wheel Hard Plasti...
Part #: 11094 2× Black
Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 11203 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword with Jagged Edges and Marbled White Pattern Weapon Sword with...
Part #: 11439pat0003 6× Trans-Bright Green
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 2× Black
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 2× Flat Silver
Tool Saw with Handle and Tooth Tool Saw with Han...
Part #: 11601 2× Trans-Light Blue
Cone 1 x 1 Inverted with Bar at Bottom (Ice Cream Cone) Cone 1 x 1 Invert...
Part #: 11610 1× Tan
Brick Curved Inverted 4 x 1 Brick Curved Inve...
Part #: 13547 1× Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Ghost Face Print Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769pr1027 2× Yellowish Green
Insect Body Part, Leg / Tail / Tentacle / Claw Insect Body Part,...
Part #: 15064 3× Yellowish Green
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 3× Dark Blue
Launcher Trigger, Weapon Gun Trigger Launcher Trigger,...
Part #: 15392 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Launcher, Plate Special 1 x 2 with Mini Blaster Launcher, Plate S...
Part #: 15403 2× Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 Swirled Top Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 15470 1× Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 3× Pearl Gold
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 2× Pearl Gold
Wave / Flame Rounded Single with Pin Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 18395 4× Yellowish Green
Wave / Flame Rounded Double with Axle with Marbled Yellowish Green Pattern Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 18396pat0002 2× Dark Blue
Weapon Sword Serrated with Marbled Dark Green Pattern Weapon Sword Serr...
Part #: 19858pat0002 1× Trans-Neon Green
Creature, Ghost, Skreemer Mask with Mouth Open with Pointed Teeth and Green Tongue Print Creature, Ghost, ...
Part #: 19861pr0001 1× Trans-Neon Green
Creature, Ghost, Skreemer Mask with Mouth Lopsided with Pointed Teeth Print Creature, Ghost, ...
Part #: 19861pr0002 1× Trans-Neon Green
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Stud, 3 Bars and 3 Bar Holes Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 20612 1× Trans-Brown
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 1× Yellowish Green
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 2× Flat Silver
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2458 2× Tan
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 1× Trans-Light Blue
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 5× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 8× Black
Brick Special 2 x 2 with 2 Pins and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 30000 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 1× Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 1× Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Box / Crate with Handholds 3 x 4 x 1 2/3 Box / Crate with ...
Part #: 30150 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 1× Dark Blue
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 1× Green
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 1× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 2× Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 4× Black
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Neon Green
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Light Blue
Hinge Plate 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger On Top Hinge Plate 1 x 2...
Part #: 30383 2× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 2× Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Pins, Round Pin Holes Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30526 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Click Fingers and Axle Hole, 9 Teeth Hinge Cylinder 1 ...
Part #: 30553 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Plate 2 x 6 [5 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 32001 4× Black
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #3 - 157.5° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32016 6× Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 2× Black
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 7× Red
Technic Bush 1/2 Smooth with Axle Hole Semi-Reduced Technic Bush 1/2 ...
Part #: 32123b 2× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (7 - 3) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32271 2× Black
Technic Ball Joint Technic Ball Joint
Part #: 32474 4× Lime
Technic Gear 36 Tooth Double Bevel Technic Gear 36 T...
Part #: 32498 1× Black
Technic Beam 3 x 5 L-Shape Thick Technic Beam 3 x ...
Part #: 32526 1× Black
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 1× Dark Blue
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 2× Dark Blue
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 1× Light Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 8 [7 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3702 2× Black
Technic Axle 4 Technic Axle 4
Part #: 3705 2× Black
Technic Axle 8 Technic Axle 8
Part #: 3707 2× Black
Technic Plate 2 x 4 [3 Holes] Technic Plate 2 x...
Part #: 3709 1× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 1× Black
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 3× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747b 1× Black
Technic Axle Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 3749 5× Tan
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 1× Trans-Neon Green
Tool Screwdriver and Spanner / Wrench Tool Screwdriver ...
Part #: 4006 1× Black
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a 6× Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Light, Bar Hole [Thick Ring] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 4081b 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Propeller 8 Blade 5 Diameter Propeller 8 Blade...
Part #: 41530 4× Trans-Neon Green
Brick Wedged, Curved Inverted 6 x 2 Right Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 41764 1× Dark Blue
Brick Wedged, Curved Inverted 6 x 2 Left Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 41765 1× Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 1× White
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 1× White
Technic Pin 1/2 without Friction Ridges Technic Pin 1/2 w...
Part #: 4274 10× Blue
Technic Axle 7 Technic Axle 7
Part #: 44294 1× Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 2× Black
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 3× Light Bluish Gray
Brick Wedged, Curved 4 x 4 No Top Studs Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 47753 1× Dark Blue
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 1× Pearl Gold
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 2× Dark Blue
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 2× Red
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 3× White
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 4× Trans-Neon Green
Arm Mechanical Straight (Droid) [2 Clips at 90°] Arm Mechanical St...
Part #: 59230 3× Black
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 1× Black
Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...
Part #: 59900 1× Pearl Gold
Chain 16L [21 Links] Chain 16L [21 Links]
Part #: 60169 2× Trans-Neon Green
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60470b 3× Black
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 1× Dark Brown
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 1× Dark Bluish Gray
Equipment Hose Nozzle / Gun with Side String Hole Simplified Equipment Hose No...
Part #: 60849 2× Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 4 with Angled Tubes Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61072 2× Flat Silver
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 2× Pearl Gold
Wave / Flame Rounded with Base Rim Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 6126b 1× Trans-Light Blue
Brick Sloped 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate Brick Sloped 18° ...
Part #: 61409 6× Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 12× Trans-Neon Green
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 3× Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Light Blue
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 3× Light Bluish Gray
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 1× Black
Brick Wedged, Curved 4 x 3 No Studs [Plain] Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 64225 1× Dark Blue
Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Bottom Ring Weapon Lightsaber...
Part #: 64567 1× Black
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 1× Reddish Brown
Technic Cam Technic Cam
Part #: 6575 4× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Towball Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 6628 3× Black
Technic Beam 1 x 9 Bent (6 - 4) Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 6629 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 2× Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 2× White
Bracket 5 x 2 x 2 1/3 with Holes, Inside Stud Holder Bracket 5 x 2 x 2...
Part #: 76766 1× Black
Technic Rubber Belt Medium [24mm ID] [Round Cross Section] Technic Rubber Be...
Part #: 85544 1× Red
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 87747 8× Black
Chain 6L [5 Links] Chain 6L [5 Links]
Part #: 92338 3× Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Angled Handles on Side Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92692 2× Black
Brick Round 2 x 2 [Grill] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 92947 1× Reddish Brown
Tile Round 1 x 1 Tile Round 1 x 1
Part #: 98138 1× Trans-Light Blue
Weapon Scythe / Crescent Blade Serrated with Bar Weapon Scythe / C...
Part #: 98141 2× Flat Silver
Weapon Scythe / Crescent Blade Serrated with Bar Weapon Scythe / C...
Part #: 98141 1× Pearl Titanium
Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 98313 6× Pearl Titanium
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99781 2× Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99781 1× White
🧱 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 21064 1× [No Color/Any Color]
The set offers a good selection of black Technic parts and a generous amount of trans-neon green elements, perfect for adding ghostly details to MOCs. The inclusion of several round plates and slopes also makes it useful for creating smooth, curved designs.

💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Neon Green Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud (12x) $1.80
Trans-Bright Green Weapon Sword with Jagged Edges and Marbled White Pattern (6x) $3.00
Black Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium (8x) $0.80
Black Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) (6x) $0.30
Trans-Neon Green Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) (4x) $0.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.30

💡 MOC Potential

🚗 Ghost-themed hot rod or drag racer
🤖 Ghostly mech suit for Wrayth
🏙 Ninjago city street section with ghost invasion elements

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The Hidden Brick finds the Chain Cycle Ambush set to be a worthwhile addition to a Ninjago collection, particularly for villain vehicles. The reviewer praises the minifigures, color scheme and the build's sturdiness, noting the inclusion of Technic elements.

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BlockTalk AI Summary

The Hidden Brick finds the Chain Cycle Ambush set to be a worthwhile addition to a Ninjago collection, particularly for villain vehicles. The reviewer praises the minifigures, color scheme and the build's sturdiness, noting the inclusion of Technic elements.

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📖 Building Instructions 2

Chain Cycle Ambush Instructions
BI 3018 / 72+4 / 65+115g 70730 V29
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Chain Cycle Ambush Instructions
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Charts Inventory Statistics

111
Unique Parts
298
Official Piece Count
283
Cataloged Inventory Pieces
3
Minifigures

The official piece count includes the 15 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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