How many pieces are in the Wu's Battle Dragon?

Wu's Battle Dragon contains 321 pieces.

What age is the Wu's Battle Dragon recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7+.

When was the Wu's Battle Dragon released?

Wu's Battle Dragon was released in 2020.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #71718

Wu's Battle Dragon

Wu's Battle Dragon is a solid entry-level Ninjago dragon.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Younger LEGO fans, Ninjago enthusiasts, and those looking for a quick, fun build
Build: 321 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 6.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 154 ratings

Fans appreciate the posable dragon and the inclusion of Master Wu, but some find the build repetitive and the overall design somewhat simplistic. The set is generally considered a good value for younger Ninjago fans.

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📝 Our Take

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Wu's Battle Dragon is a solid entry-level Ninjago dragon. It offers a good balance of posability and swooshability at an accessible price point, making it a great introduction to the Ninjago world.

This set is perfect for younger Ninjago fans and those looking for a quick, engaging build. The posable dragon is fun to play with, and the included minifigures add to the play value.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder seeking a complex, display-focused dragon. Consider sets like the Legacy Golden Dragon or the Ice Dragon Creature for a more challenging build and impressive display piece.

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🧱 Building Experience

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321

Pieces

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2.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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12cm × 24cm × 33cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Simple, straightforward construction
Good introduction to Technic elements for posability
Fun to pose and play with the finished dragon
Bright color scheme and eye-catching design

📈 Investment Analysis

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Not enough price history for a trend

C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

Wu's Battle Dragon, being a retired set from the popular Ninjago theme, has some potential as a modest investment. Its relatively low piece count and original MSRP might limit significant appreciation, but the enduring popularity of Ninjago and the dragon design could drive some demand. The presence of Master Wu also adds to the collectibility. However, similar Ninjago sets are readily available, which could cap its potential growth. Patience will be key, as significant returns are unlikely in the short term.

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Wu's Battle Dragon offers a more accessible entry point compared to larger, more complex Ninjago dragon sets. While it lacks the intricate detail and imposing presence of sets like the Legacy Golden Dragon, its lower price point and simpler build make it a good choice for younger fans or those new to LEGO building. Consider the Legacy sets for more experienced builders seeking a greater challenge.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes Master Wu, a key character in the Ninjago series. Gleck is a less common enemy character, adding some variety to the minifigure selection.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 321
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 88 unique parts, 311 pieces
Minifigures: 2

LEGO counts 321 pieces. This inventory comes from a separate parts catalog and lists 322, including the 11 parts inside the minifigures; the two do not always count the same elements, so their totals differ. 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.

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 10247 2× Black

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 4× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Red

Sports Roller Skate

Part #: 11253 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 4× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 4× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× White

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 13349 1× Black

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 13564 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14417 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14419 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 6× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15070 4× Pearl Gold

Launcher Trigger,...

Part #: 15392 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 1× Medium Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 4× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 5× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× White

Wedge Plate 4 Stu...

Part #: 15706 4× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 8× White

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18649 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 4× Black

Launcher, Weapon ...

Part #: 20105 1× Black

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Reddish Brown

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 10× Black

Bar 2L with Towball

Part #: 22484 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 22890 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Black

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 1× Black

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24299 1× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 24307 1× White

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 4× White

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 27263 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 1× White

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 1× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29120 1× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29120 1× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× White

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30357 2× White

Torso Mechanical,...

Part #: 30375 2× White

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 30383 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 4× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Tan

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32016 8× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 2× Red

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 2× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 9× Black

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Black

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× White

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 4× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 4× White

Mudguard 2 x 4 wi...

Part #: 41854 1× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 8× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44302b 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4595 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 47457 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 3× White

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 15× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 15× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 2× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 4× Pearl Gold

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 2× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61252 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Flat Silver

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× White

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Pearl Titanium

Flame / Headwear ...

Part #: 64647 2× Trans-Bright Green

Weapon Sword with...

Part #: 66954pat0002 1× White

Wing, Left, Drago...

Part #: 67720a 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Wing, Right, Drag...

Part #: 67720b 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 4× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Tan

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 5× Pearl Gold

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 3× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 4× Light Bluish Gray

Chain 6L [5 Links]

Part #: 92338 2× Pearl Gold

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 w...

Part #: 93095 1× Tan

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 3× White

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 18× White

The set provides a good selection of white and black elements, useful for building dragons or other creatures. The various bracket and plate types offer versatility for MOC builders.

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💎 Notable Parts

White Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted (18x) $0.90

White Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) (15x) $0.75

Black Tile Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Bar (10x) $0.50

Pearl Gold Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) (5x) $0.75

Pearl Gold Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) (5x) $0.75

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$3.65

💡 MOC Potential

🦄 Alternate dragon color schemes (ice, fire, earth)

🚗 Ninjago-themed speeder or off-road vehicle

🧙 Small shrine or temple dedicated to Wu

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 10 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

Overall sentiment for Wu's Battle Dragon is neutral, with a mixed score of 3.0/5. The analyzed reviews primarily showcase the set's features without strong positive or negative opinions, focusing on providing an overview of the build and included minifigures.

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just2good • 43.9K views Review

LEGO Ninjago: Wu's Battle Dragon REVIEW! 71718

AL123 Productions • 6.1K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 10 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

4 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Reviewers like just2good provide straightforward looks at the set as part of the Ninjago Season 13 lineup. Bricks By Mind includes an Amazon Affiliate link, indicating a commercial approach to their review.