How many pieces are in the Empire Dragon?

Empire Dragon contains 295 pieces.

What age is the Empire Dragon recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Empire Dragon released?

Empire Dragon was released in 2020.

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Set #71713

Empire Dragon

Name: Empire Dragon
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 71713-1
Rating: 4.5 (13 reviews)

The Empire Dragon is a striking and affordable Ninjago set.

🏆 Best For: Younger LEGO enthusiasts and Ninjago fans ⏱ 2.0 hr build 🧩 295 pcs 🎂 Ages 8+

★★★☆☆ 3.8 from 1 reviews

Fans generally appreciate the Empire Dragon for its cool design and playability, especially younger builders. Some criticize the set for being too simple and lacking advanced building techniques.

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📝 Our Take

The Empire Dragon is a striking and affordable Ninjago set. This set offers a great entry point into the Ninjago universe, featuring a cool dragon design and key characters from the series.

This set is perfect for younger Ninjago fans and those looking for a quick, fun build. The build is straightforward and engaging, resulting in a playable dragon figure.

Skip this if you're an advanced builder seeking a complex and challenging project. Consider larger Ninjago dragon sets for a more intricate building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

🧩

295

Pieces

⏱

2.0h

Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple, fun build perfect for younger builders
Posable dragon with articulated wings and legs
Bright color scheme with dark turquoise accents
Includes three minifigures for play

📈 Investment Analysis

→ Price stable

C+

Investment Grade

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The Empire Dragon, while a retired set, may not be a top-tier investment. Its piece count is relatively low, and it lacks extremely rare elements. However, its connection to the popular Ninjago theme gives it some appeal. Over time, it could see modest appreciation, especially if kept sealed. The minifigures may also contribute to its value, particularly Unagami. Consider it a long-term hold with limited risk and moderate potential.

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📖 About This Set

Fans of LEGO® NINJAGO® will be thrilled to build this dragon toy and recreate exciting action scenes from the NINJAGO TV series. The dragon mech is a fearsome creature with its posable head and limbs, digi blade wings, and 2 stud shooters.The best toys for kidsThis NINJAGO® set boasts 3 minifigures: Digi Kai, Digi Lloyd and the evil ruler of Prime Empire, Unagami, who becomes the dragon to express his anger. The battles kids can stage with these buildable figures will consume their creative minds and inspire their imaginations.The perfect construction toysLEGO® NINJAGO® toy playsets allow children to dive into an action-packed world of adventure where they can team up with their ninja heroes to take on the forces of evil. NINJAGO fans will be captivated as they play out scenes with these stunning building sets, which include ninja mechs, dragon figures, temples and ninja toys.

Awesome LEGO® dragon and 3 minifigures to recreate thrilling action from the NINJAGO® TV series. The ideal gift for NINJAGO fans who want to be a little ninja and dive into a fantasy world for endless adventures.
This toy playset boasts a LEGO® NINJAGO® dragon and 3 minifigures: NINJAGO Digi Jay, Digi Lloyd and the ruler of Prime Empire, Unagami. Children can play out stories as they compete over the Key-Tana.
The LEGO® dragon is highly posable with moving limbs, head and jaw, and can fire studs from 2 shooters. Unagami can ride in cockpit, and it can be used for battles against Jay’s Cyber Dragon toy playset.
This 286-piece LEGO® dragon construction toy provides an exciting building task for boys and girls aged 8+ and will delight NINJAGO® fans and creative kids as a birthday gift, Christmas present or LEGO gift for any occasion.
New for January 2020, this NINJAGO® set is a great size to enjoy at home or take on the go for non-stop ninja action. The dragon figure measures over 5” (14 cm) high, 15” (39 cm) long and 5” (14 cm) wide.
No batteries are required for this ninja mech – it is ready to start playing out exciting stories as soon as it is built. Your little ninjas will never need to take a break from their adventures.
Looking for the ideal LEGO® gift for a young builder? Then this is it! The bricks come with simple-to-follow instructions making it quick and easy to have your LEGO NINJAGO® dragon ready for action.
LEGO® NINJAGO® building sets offer a gateway to a world of adventure where kids can live out their most exciting dreams by teaming up with their ninja heroes for non-stop fun as they take on a host of villains.
The LEGO® bricks used to build this LEGO dragon have met the highest industry standards for more than 60 years, ensuring they are always consistent, compatible and pull apart with ease every time. Even resistant to dragon attacks!
LEGO® bricks have been relentlessly tested and meet the highest global safety and quality standards. You know you are in safe hands when you choose a LEGO toy for your kids.

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

The Empire Dragon provides a smaller, more accessible dragon build compared to larger Ninjago sets. It's a good starting point for younger fans or those on a budget. Alternatives include the Ice Dragon Attack (2260-1), which offers a different dragon design, or the Fire Stone Mech (71720-1) if you prefer mechs.

3 Minifigures Included

Lloyd / Digi Lloyd - Katana Holders

5 parts

Kai / Digi Kai with Shoulder Armor

5 parts

Unagami

6 parts

Includes three minifigures: Digi Lloyd, Digi Kai, and the exclusive Unagami. Unagami is the most desirable minifigure, adding value to the set.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 113 unique parts • 279 total pieces

Weapon Sword (Uru...

Part #: 10050 1× Pearl Titanium

Bar Holder with Clip

Part #: 11090 2× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× Black

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 13564 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14418 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14419 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 1× Light Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 1× Black

Launcher Trigger,...

Part #: 15392 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Launcher, Plate S...

Part #: 15403 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 15456 3× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 15535 1× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 2× Black

Flag 5 x 6 Hexago...

Part #: 17979 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Wheel 18 x 12 wit...

Part #: 18976 2× Flat Silver

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 4× Yellowish Green

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 22385 5× Black

Wedge Sloped 4 x ...

Part #: 22391 2× Pearl Titanium

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 24201 1× Black

Slope Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 24309 1× Black

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 26047 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Trans-Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 26604 2× Black

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 27257 4× Trans-Neon Orange

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 27263 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 4× Black

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 29119 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 29120 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 with ...

Part #: 3003pr9999 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 3× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 3× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 11× Dark Turquoise

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Black

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Black

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Trans-Neon Green

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...

Part #: 3040b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope 45° 2 x 1 D...

Part #: 3049d 1× Black

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30553 3× Black

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 1× Trans-Clear

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 2× Black

Weapon Sword Curv...

Part #: 37341a 2× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Dagger / K...

Part #: 37341b 2× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Sword Blad...

Part #: 37341c 2× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Scythe / H...

Part #: 37341d 2× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Scythe / H...

Part #: 37341e 2× Trans-Neon Green

Slope Inverted 33...

Part #: 3747b 1× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Trans-Neon Orange

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 5× Dark Turquoise

Wedge Curved 6 x ...

Part #: 41747 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Curved 6 x ...

Part #: 41748 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 2× Blue

Wedge Sloped 4 x ...

Part #: 43710 1× Black

Wedge Sloped 4 x ...

Part #: 43711 1× Black

Wedge Curved Inve...

Part #: 43713 1× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 3× Dark Turquoise

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 3× Dark Turquoise

Brick Curved 6 x 2

Part #: 44126 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Mudguard 2 x 4 wi...

Part #: 44674 1× Dark Turquoise

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 1× Trans-Clear

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 47455 4× Black

Wedge Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 47456 2× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 47457 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48169 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48171 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48172 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 6× Black

Wedge Sloped 4 x ...

Part #: 48933 2× Black

Engine / Air Scoo...

Part #: 50943 1× Pearl Titanium

Slope Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Black

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Mod...

Part #: 57909b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Trans-Red

Slope 18° 2 x 1 x...

Part #: 61409 8× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Trans-Neon Orange

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6232 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 4× Black

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64391 1× Black

Technic Panel Fai...

Part #: 64683 1× Black

Game Controller /...

Part #: 65080pat0001 2× White

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 65184 2× Trans-Neon Orange

Minifig Gameplaye...

Part #: 65191pr0001 2× Trans-Neon Green

Weapon Sword with...

Part #: 65272pat0002 1× White

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 1× Black

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 66302 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...

Part #: 85984 4× Dark Turquoise

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 92013 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 8× Black

Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 92582 3× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 93274 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Sports Ice Skate

Part #: 93555 8× Flat Silver

Weapon Sword, Big...

Part #: 98137 1× Pearl Titanium

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 4× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 4× Pearl Titanium

Sports Ski withou...

Part #: 99774 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 4× Dark Turquoise

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 1× Black

The set contains a good selection of black and dark bluish gray parts, useful for MOC building. The dark turquoise elements add a pop of color and are relatively uncommon.

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Turquoise Plate 1 x 2 (11x) $1.10

Flat Silver Sports Ice Skate (8x) $2.00

Black Plate Special 1 x 2 [Top Clip] (8x) $0.80

Black Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate (8x) $0.80

Dark Turquoise Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) (5x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$5.20

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Cyberpunk mech with dragon-inspired features

🌳 Fantasy creature or mythical beast

🏰 Dragon-themed gate or tower for a castle

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

YouTube reviews of the LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon (71713) are generally neutral, focusing on showcasing the set's features and build process. Reviewers like just2good and Ashnflash provide standard set reviews without strong positive or negative opinions.

Builds ⏩ LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon + Cole's Speeder 71713 71706

JANG Builds It! • 106.5K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon review! 2020 set 71713!

just2good • 47.8K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon (71713) Set Review

Ashnflash • 23.4K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

5 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

just2good highlights the metallic titanium and stone metal grey colors of the set, while Ashnflash invites viewers to share their thoughts on the Empire Dragon. Hfmasters continues a series of Ninjago 2020 set reviews, indicating a focus on completeness rather than strong opinions.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

5 videos

Builds ⏩ LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon + Cole's Speeder 71713 71706

JANG Builds It!

106.5K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon review! 2020 set 71713!

just2good

47.8K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Empire Dragon (71713) Set Review

Ashnflash

23.4K views Review

LEGO Ninjago 71713 Empire Dragon review

Hfmasters

15.3K views Review

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

Inventory Statistics

113

Unique Parts

279

Total Pieces

Minifigures

Inventory Version: 1

Unleash the Empire Dragon!
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I made the Overlord's spider from Rebooted, using pieces from Garmadon's spinner (70664)!

Empire Dragon

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3 Minifigures Included

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 113 unique parts • 279 total pieces

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

💡 MOC Potential

📰 Ninjago News

I made the Overlord's spider from Rebooted, using pieces from Garma...

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Empire Dragon News (15)

I made the Overlord's spider from Rebooted, using pieces from Garmadon's spin...

WE WERE ROBBED!!

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🧱 Building Experience

📈 Investment Analysis

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

3 Minifigures Included

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 113 unique parts • 279 total pieces

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

💡 MOC Potential

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