Unleash the Dragon!
Overlord vs. Golden Lloyd

Recreate the epic battles from season 2 of Ninjago with this highly posable 372-piece dragon and minifigure set!

🏛 Ninjago
Set #71742

Overlord Dragon

The Overlord Dragon is a striking, if somewhat compact, rendition of a classic Ninjago villain.

🏆 Best For: Young Ninjago fans and casual LEGO builders ⏱ 2.5 hr build 🧩 372 pcs 🎂 Ages 7+
★★★★☆ 4.2 from 3 reviews

Fans appreciate the Overlord Dragon's menacing design and posability, but some feel it's undersized for the price and lacks the complexity of other Ninjago dragons.

MSRP
$29.99
Best Price
$28.90
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📝 Our Take

The Overlord Dragon is a striking, if somewhat compact, rendition of a classic Ninjago villain. Its dark color scheme and menacing design, combined with posable wings and limbs, make it a visually appealing set for both play and display.

This set is perfect for younger Ninjago fans and those seeking a quick and engaging build. With a moderate piece count and straightforward instructions, it offers a satisfying building experience without being overly complex, and the inclusion of two minifigures enhances its playability.

Skip this if you're looking for a larger, more detailed dragon or a more challenging building experience. The set's smaller size might disappoint seasoned builders, who may prefer the larger dragons from the Ninjago Legacy line.

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🧱 Building Experience

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372
Pieces
2.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
📏
12cm × 46cm × 45cm
Dimensions
Build Highlights:
  • Simple yet effective construction techniques
  • Focus on creating dynamic poses for the dragon
  • Using ball joints for articulation
  • Incorporating dark colors to enhance the dragon's menacing appearance

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Overlord Dragon, while a visually appealing set, presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its retirement should help stabilize its value, and the Ninjago theme maintains consistent popularity. However, its relatively low piece count and initial MSRP of $29.99 may limit significant appreciation. It could see modest gains over time, particularly if demand for Ninjago dragons remains strong. The presence of exclusive minifigure elements may also contribute to its long-term value.

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📖 About This Set

Little ninjas can enjoy recreating action-filled scenes from season 2 of the LEGO® NINJAGO® TV series with the Overlord Dragon (71742) playset. Featuring posable legs, head and wings adorned with blades, the dragon can take several different stances to inspire role-play fun.

Endless thrills for young builders
The posable dragon toy is accompanied by 2 minifigures: ninja Golden Lloyd armed with a katana on his back and the Overlord wielding his own sharp blade, so kids have all they need to play out exhilarating battles in the sky and on the ground in this classic fight between good and evil.

Unique toys for creative kids
LEGO NINJAGO toys offer a world of all-consuming fun as kids travel to an exciting fantasy world where they can join forces with their heroes to battle a cast of evil villains playing with an amazing collection of cool toys including dragons, jets and vehicles.

  • LEGO® NINJAGO® Legacy Overlord Dragon (71742) playset featuring a cool and highly posable dragon for kids to enjoy hours of flying fun.
  • Impressive dragon playset with 2 minifigures from season 2 of the LEGO® NINJAGO® TV series: Overlord armed with a blade and ninja Golden Lloyd with a katana strapped to his back.
  • This fun dragon toy has posable head, legs and bladed wings for NINJAGO® fans to create fast-moving stories in the sky or on the ground.
  • This battle playset provides a rewarding building experience for kids aged 7 and up and is the perfect LEGO® gift to help them fulfil their passion for ninjas and being creative.
  • The Overlord Dragon measures over 5.5 in. (12 cm) high, 18 in. (46 cm) long and 17.5 in. (45 cm) wide to look impressive displayed in a child's bedroom between playtime battles.
  • LEGO® NINJAGO® includes an amazing collection of cool playsets that put a smile on any kid's face and lets them learn positive life skills through exciting adventures with their ninja heroes.
  • For more than six decades, LEGO® bricks have been made from the highest-quality materials to ensure they pull apart consistently, every time. Ninja skills not needed!
  • LEGO® building bricks meet stringent safety standards, so kids are in safe hands.

Compare Similar Sets

The Overlord Dragon offers a more budget-friendly option compared to larger Ninjago dragon sets, making it accessible to a wider range of builders. While it lacks the intricate detail and size of sets like the Legacy Golden Dragon, it still captures the essence of the Overlord's dragon form. Collectors looking for a display piece might prefer a larger dragon, while younger fans will appreciate the Overlord Dragon's playability and affordability.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two minifigures: Lloyd in his Golden Ninja form with shoulder guards, and the Overlord with a trans-purple head and unique torso print, making them desirable additions to any Ninjago collection.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 101 unique parts • 329 total pieces

Bar Holder with Clip Bar Holder with Clip
Part #: 11090 Pearl Gold
Bar Holder with Clip Bar Holder with Clip
Part #: 11090 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 2 Inverted Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 11203 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Red
Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 11211 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clip Horizontal on Side Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 11476 Black
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Dark Blue
Brick Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Black
Brick Wedged, Sloped 45° 6 x 4 Double / 33°, 5 Bottom Tubes [Train Roof] Brick Wedged, Slo...
Part #: 13269 Black
Brick Wedged, Sloped 45° 2 x 2 Corner Brick Wedged, Slo...
Part #: 13548 Black
Animal Body Part, Horn (Cattle) / Tentacle / Vine / Branch / Tongue - Long Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 13564 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 5.9mm Towball Socket Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 14418 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 15068 Dark Blue
Tile Special 1 x 2 with Two Vertical Teeth / Tooth Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 15209 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 15573 12× Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 4 Stud 45° Angle Plate Wedge Plate 4 Stu...
Part #: 15706 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with 10.2mm Balls with Holes and Axle Hole Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 17114 Black
Brick Round 2 x 2, Pin Holes Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 17485 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special Round 2 x 2 with Center Stud (Jumper Plate) Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 18674 10× Dark Blue
Weapon Sword / Katana / Shamshir with Capped Pommel [Square Guard] Weapon Sword / Ka...
Part #: 21459 Pearl Gold
Tile Special 2 x 3 Pentagonal Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 22385 Dark Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 6 x 2 Double with 2 x 4 Recessed Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 22889 Black
Bar Holder with Hole and Bar Handle Bar Holder with H...
Part #: 23443 Black
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Red
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 2 Corner Plate 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2420 Lime
Brick Curved Inverted 2 x 1 Brick Curved Inve...
Part #: 24201 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner Wedge Plate 3 x 3...
Part #: 2450 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2476a Dark Tan
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Dark Blue
Tile Round 1 x 1 Quarter Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 25269 Dark Purple
Plate Special Round 1 x 1 with Hollow Stud and Bar on Underside Plate Special Rou...
Part #: 25893 Trans-Clear
Plate Special 1 x 1 Rounded with Handle Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 26047 Pearl Gold
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Trans-Purple
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Rounded Bottom [Boat Stud] Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 2654 Magenta
Wave / Lightning Angular, Single Wave / Lightning ...
Part #: 27256 Trans-Dark Pink
Technic Axle Towball Technic Axle Towball
Part #: 2736 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Inverted Cutout and no stud Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 28192 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 4 [Rounded Corners at Bottom, Square Corners at Top] Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 28802 Black
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Black
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Black
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 White
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 15× Dark Purple
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Dark Purple
Arm Mechanical with 2 Clips [Battle Droid] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 30377 Black
Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Brick Sloped 45° ...
Part #: 3040b Black
Brick Special 1 x 4 with 4 Studs on One Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30414 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Black
Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 32039 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Light Bluish Gray
Brick Curved Inverted 2 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Curved Inve...
Part #: 32803 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 35480 Black
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 with Articulated Joint - Male Hinge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 3639 Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Plate 2 x 4 with Articulated Joint - Female Hinge Plate 2 x 4...
Part #: 3640 Dark Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3660 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Light Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 Black
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Tan
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Yellow
Brick Sloped Inverted 33° 3 x 2, Connections between Studs, Ovoid Bottom Pin Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 3747b Black
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 Black
Brick Wedged, Curved Inverted 6 x 4 Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 43713 Black
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Right Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43722 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 3 x 2 Left Wedge Plate 3 x 2...
Part #: 43723 Dark Bluish Gray
Mudguard 2 x 4 with Molded Headlights Mudguard 2 x 4 wi...
Part #: 44674 Dark Blue
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2, Top Clip [Open O] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 44861 10× Black
Technic Rotation Joint Ball Loop with Two Perpendicular Pins with Friction Technic Rotation ...
Part #: 47455 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Wedged, Curved 4 x 4 No Top Studs Brick Wedged, Cur...
Part #: 47753 Dark Blue
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin Hole, Rotation Joint Ball Half [Vertical Side] Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 48171 Black
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin Hole, with 2 Rotation Joint Sockets Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 48172 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 [Side Handle Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 48336 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 1 x 2/3 Double Curved Top, No Studs Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 49307 Black
Plate Special 1 x 1 with Tooth Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 49668 Black
Wedge Plate 8 x 3, 22° Right Wedge Plate 8 x 3...
Part #: 50304 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 8 x 3, 22° Left Wedge Plate 8 x 3...
Part #: 50305 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 2 with Ball Joint Angled Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 50923 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Curved 3 x 1 No Studs Brick Curved 3 x ...
Part #: 50950 Dark Blue
Wedge Plate 2 x 4 Wedge Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 51739 Dark Blue
Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 6 x 1 Double with 1 x 4 Recessed Brick Sloped Inve...
Part #: 52501 Black
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Pearl Gold
Technic Ball Joint with Through Axle Hole Technic Ball Join...
Part #: 53585 Black
Hinge Cylinder 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger and Axle Hole On Ends [No Side Slots] Hinge Cylinder 1 ...
Part #: 53923 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 10× Dark Purple
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 54200 Dark Blue
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 2 Fingers Horizontal End, 7 Teeth Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 54672 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Connector Hub with 3 Axles at 120° Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 57585 Light Bluish Gray
Wave / Lightning Angular, Double Wave / Lightning ...
Part #: 59233 Trans-Dark Pink
Technic Axle Connector Smooth [with x Hole + Orientation] Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 59443 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Handle on End [Closed Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 60478 Black
Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 1/3 with Curved Top Brick Curved 1 x ...
Part #: 6091 Dark Blue
Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 6232 White
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head Upper Jaw with 4 Studs on Top and Gold Teeth Creature Body Par...
Part #: 72224pr0001 Black
Creature Body Part, Dragon Head Upper Jaw with 4 Studs on Top and Gold Teeth, Dark Purple/Pink Eye print Creature Body Par...
Part #: 72224pr0002 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 85861 Pearl Gold
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Hole and Dual Beam Extensions Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 85943 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 85984 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 Brick Sloped 30° ...
Part #: 85984 Dark Blue
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 87747 Dark Purple
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches [Reinforced Underside] Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 90194 Black
Technic Brick Special 2 x 2 with Ball Socket Wide and Axle Hole Technic Brick Spe...
Part #: 92013 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with Angled Handles on Side Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 92692 Black
Technic Axle Connector 2 x 3 with Ball Socket, Open Lower Axle Holes Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 93571 Black
Propeller 1 Blade 2 x 16 with Axle Propeller 1 Blade...
Part #: 98135 Dark Purple
Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 98313 Black
Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] Arm Mechanical wi...
Part #: 98313 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Inverted Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99780 Dark Bluish Gray
Bracket 1 x 2 - 1 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...
Part #: 99781 Black
This set offers a decent selection of dark purple and dark blue elements, which are useful for builders looking to add these colors to their parts collection. The inclusion of various plate and slope types provides versatility for MOC building.

🛒 Where to Buy

eBay
✓ In Stock
$28.90
Bricklink
✓ In Stock
$30.00
StockX
✓ In Stock
$50.00
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Purple Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Medium (21x) $4.20
Dark Blue Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove and Inside Stud Holder (Jumper) (12x) $1.80
Dark Purple Propeller 1 Blade 2 x 16 with Axle (8x) $2.40
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$8.40

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Transform the dragon into a fearsome mech suit for the Overlord.
🌳 Rebuild into a dark, gnarled tree with twisted branches.
🚢 Create a dark, gothic-style dragon ship.

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📖 Building Instructions 2

Overlord Dragon Instructions
BI 3106, 72+4, 71742 V29
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Overlord Dragon Instructions
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Charts Inventory Statistics

101
Unique Parts
358
Total Pieces
2
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 2