Venture into the Depths!
The Skull Dungeons Await!

Join Hero Nya, Hero Jay, and Hero Lloyd in a thrilling Ninjago adventure! Battle Murt and navigate treacherous traps to free your ninja allies in this exciting 402-piece set.

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🏛 Ninjago
Set #71717

Journey to the Skull Dungeons

Journey to the Skull Dungeons is an underrated Ninjago set with great play features.

🏆 Best For: Young Ninjago fans and those new to LEGO building ⏱ 2.5 hr build 🧩 402 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.1

Fans appreciate the engaging play features and the exclusive Murt minifigure, making it a fun set for kids. Some reviewers note that the build is relatively simple and lacks complexity for advanced builders.

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$29.99
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📝 Our Take

Journey to the Skull Dungeons is an underrated Ninjago set with great play features. This set captures the spirit of adventure with its dungeon setting, traps, and engaging minifigures.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans and younger builders. The build is straightforward and fun, and the play features provide hours of entertainment.

Skip this if you're looking for a more complex build or a larger display piece. Consider other Ninjago sets with higher piece counts.

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🧱 Building Experience

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402
Pieces
2.5h
Build Time
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Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Simple but engaging dungeon design
  • Fun play features like traps and hidden compartments
  • Great minifigure selection
  • Easy-to-follow instructions

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade
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Journey to the Skull Dungeons, being a retired Ninjago set, holds moderate investment potential. Its initial MSRP was relatively low, which made it accessible to a broad audience, and the rising price trend indicates growing demand. While not the most iconic set, its playability and minifigure selection contribute to its appeal. However, its piece count is moderate, which may limit significant appreciation compared to larger, more complex sets. The Ninjago theme generally performs well, but careful monitoring of the secondary market is essential.

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Journey to the Skull Dungeons offers a unique dungeon experience within the Ninjago theme, focusing on playability and adventure. Compared to larger Ninjago sets, it's more accessible in terms of price and build complexity, making it a good choice for younger fans. While it may not have the same display presence as bigger sets, its engaging features and solid minifigure selection make it a worthwhile addition to any Ninjago collection.

4 Minifigures Included

The set includes Hero versions of Jay, Lloyd, and Nya, plus the exclusive Murt minifigure. The hero characters are common, but Murt is unique to this set, increasing its collectibility.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 129 unique parts • 372 total pieces

Bar Holder with Clip Bar Holder with Clip
Part #: 11090 12× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Corner Wedge Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 13548 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Hub with 1 Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 15100 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 15672 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 Stud 45° Angle Plate Wedge Plate 4 Stu...
Part #: 15706 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15712 Pearl Gold
Plate Round Half 3 x 6 with 1 x 2 Cutout Plate Round Half ...
Part #: 18646 Orange
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round Corners 2 x 6 Double Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 18980 Orange
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 20482 Reddish Brown
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 Flat Silver
Slope 45° 1 x 1 x 2/3 Quadruple Convex [Pyramid] Slope 45° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 22388 Reddish Brown
Slope 45° 1 x 1 x 2/3 Quadruple Convex [Pyramid] Slope 45° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 22388 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 with 4 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 22885 Red
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Dark Tan
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Black
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Reddish Brown
Technic Axle 3 with Stop Technic Axle 3 wi...
Part #: 24316 Reddish Brown
Weapon Spear Tip with Fins Weapon Spear Tip ...
Part #: 24482 Pearl Gold
Slope Inverted 75° 2 x 1 x 3 Slope Inverted 75...
Part #: 2449 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Hollow Studs Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454b Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2458 Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword / Saber with Curved Blade and Hilt Weapon Sword / Sa...
Part #: 25111 Flat Silver
Tassel with 1 x 1 Round Stud Tassel with 1 x 1...
Part #: 25375 Pearl Gold
Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 2 x 2...
Part #: 26601 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Dark Bluish Gray
Insect, Spider with Elongated Tail Section Insect, Spider wi...
Part #: 29111 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2921 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Trans-Orange
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Bar Frame Square Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 30094 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Brick 2 x 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 2 x 3
Part #: 30145 Light Bluish Gray
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...
Part #: 30153 Trans-Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Orange
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 White
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 11× Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 4 Plate 4 x 4
Part #: 3031 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 6 x 10 Plate 6 x 10
Part #: 3033 Orange
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Dark Tan
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Reddish Brown
Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 30377 Dark Bluish Gray
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...
Part #: 30385 Trans-Dark Blue
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b 11× Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Trans-Orange
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round Corner 4 x 4 Plate Round Corne...
Part #: 30565 Orange
Tile 2 x 2 with Groove Tile 2 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3068b Dark Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Red
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Trans-Orange
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Red
Technic Axle and Pin Connector Angled #2 - 180° Technic Axle and ...
Part #: 32034 Dark Brown
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Stop Bush [3 Lateral Holes, Big Pin Hole] Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32054 Black
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Brick 1 x 2 x 2 with Inside Stud Holder Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...
Part #: 3245c Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Stud and Horizontal Bar 1L Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 32828 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 Dark Red
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 33909 14× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Orange
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Orange
Tile 1 x 1 Heart Tile 1 x 1 Heart
Part #: 39739 Pearl Gold
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 Light Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41769 Reddish Brown
Wedge Plate 4 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 4 x 2...
Part #: 41770 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 33° 3 x 1 Slope 33° 3 x 1
Part #: 4286 Reddish Brown
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 Black
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 3 Technic Axle 3
Part #: 4519 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 Studs on 4 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4733 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Tooth 1 x 3 with Axle Hole [Hollow Underside] Technic Tooth 1 x...
Part #: 48267 Orange
Technic Tooth 1 x 3 with Axle Hole [Hollow Underside] Technic Tooth 1 x...
Part #: 48267 White
Technic Axle Connector Hub with 4 Bars at 90° Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 48723 Reddish Brown
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 Trans-Orange
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Dark Tan
Weapon Axe Head, Clip-on (Viking) [Thick Clip] Weapon Axe Head, ...
Part #: 53454 Flat Silver
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Pins, Square Pin Holes Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 53540 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 24× Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 Reddish Brown
Chain 16L [21 Links] Chain 16L [21 Links]
Part #: 60169 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Round 4 x 4 with Pin Hole Plate Round 4 x 4...
Part #: 60474 Orange
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Open O Clip, Hollow Stud] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 60475b Black
Slope 18° 4 x 1 Slope 18° 4 x 1
Part #: 60477 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2 Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2
Part #: 60481 Dark Bluish Gray
Rock Panel Rectangular 4 x 10 x 6 (aka BURP) Rock Panel Rectan...
Part #: 6082 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Vertical [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60897 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Clip Horizontal [Thick Open O Clip] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 61252 Black
Container Box 2 x 2 x 2 - Top Opening Container Box 2 x...
Part #: 61780 Reddish Brown
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Black
Game Board, Ninjago: Master of the Mountain Game Board, Ninja...
Part #: 6325698 [No Color/Any Color]
Tile 1 x 3 Tile 1 x 3
Part #: 63864 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on End Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 63868 Reddish Brown
Bar 6L with Stop Ring Bar 6L with Stop ...
Part #: 63965 Reddish Brown
Weapon Lightsaber Hilt with Bottom Ring Weapon Lightsaber...
Part #: 64567 Pearl Titanium
Flame / Headwear Accessory Plume / Feather, Triple Point Flame / Headwear ...
Part #: 64647 Trans-Bright Green
Wedge 4 x 4 Fractured Polygon Top Wedge 4 x 4 Fract...
Part #: 64867 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 Reddish Brown
Weapon Sword with White Handle, Markings Weapon Sword with...
Part #: 66954pat0001 Black
Ninjago Die Spinner - 6-Sided Ninjago Die Spinn...
Part #: 66962 White
Sticker Sheet for Set 71717-1 Sticker Sheet for...
Part #: 67948 [No Color/Any Color]
Hinge Plate 1 x 4 Swivel Top / Base - Solid Clip [Complete Assembly] Hinge Plate 1 x 4...
Part #: 73983 Dark Bluish Gray
Shield Round Bowed with Black Dragon Drawing print Shield Round Bowe...
Part #: 75902pr0008 Flat Silver
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Pearl Gold
Slope 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...
Part #: 85984 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Dark Tan
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 87580 Black
Bar 3L Bar 3L
Part #: 87994 Reddish Brown
Chain 6L [5 Links] Chain 6L [5 Links]
Part #: 92338 Pearl Gold
Bar 1L with Top Stud and Two Side Studs Bar 1L with Top S...
Part #: 92690 Reddish Brown
Bar 1L with Top Stud and Two Side Studs Bar 1L with Top S...
Part #: 92690 Pearl Titanium
Animal Body Part, Dog Bone [Short] Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 93160 White
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 98283 Dark Bluish Gray
Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 98313 Pearl Titanium
Minifig Pot Small with Handle Holders Minifig Pot Small...
Part #: 98374 Pearl Titanium
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Sloped Walls AKA Money / Gold Bar [Ingot] Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 99563 White
The set is predominantly Dark and Light Bluish Gray, offering a good selection of slopes and plates for MOC builders. The trans-orange elements add a vibrant touch and can be useful for creating lava or energy effects.

🛒 Where to Buy

eBay
✓ In Stock
$26.99
Walmart
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$28.49
Target
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$29.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) (24x) $1.20
Light Bluish Gray Plate Special 2 x 2 with Only 2 studs (14x) $1.40
Dark Bluish Gray Bar Holder with Clip (12x) $1.80
Reddish Brown Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) (7x) $1.75
Trans-Orange Brick 1 x 1 (7x) $1.05
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$7.20

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the dungeon into a larger castle or fortress
🌳 Create a jungle temple scene
🏙 Design a hidden underground city

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The Terminator 360's speed build showcases the LEGO Ninjago Journey to the Skull Dungeons set, emphasizing its compatibility with other sets to create a larger dungeon layout. The review highlights the inclusion of four minifigures and the set's suitability for builders aged 7 and up.

What the Community Says

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BlockTalk AI Summary

The Terminator 360's speed build showcases the LEGO Ninjago Journey to the Skull Dungeons set, emphasizing its compatibility with other sets to create a larger dungeon layout. The review highlights the inclusion of four minifigures and the set's suitability for builders aged 7 and up.

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

Charts Inventory Statistics

129
Unique Parts
372
Total Pieces
4
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1