How many pieces are in the Ninja Dragon Temple?

Ninja Dragon Temple contains 161 pieces.

What age is the Ninja Dragon Temple recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 4+.

When was the Ninja Dragon Temple released?

Ninja Dragon Temple was released in 2022.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #71759

Ninja Dragon Temple

The Ninja Dragon Temple is a fun, compact Ninjago set perfect for younger fans.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 4+ · Beginner build Ideal for children aged 6-10 who enjoy Ninjago and simple LEGO builds.
Build: 161 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $44.99 list price · 27.9¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.0 community rating from 10 ratings

Fans generally appreciate the set's playability and the inclusion of multiple minifigures, making it a good gift for younger Ninjago enthusiasts. However, some criticize the set's simple design and consider it overpriced for the piece count.

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📝 Our Take

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The Ninja Dragon Temple is a fun, compact Ninjago set perfect for younger fans. With its bright colors, dragon-themed design, and multiple minifigures, it offers a solid play experience and a nice introduction to the Ninjago world.

This set is perfect for kids aged 6+ who are new to LEGO or Ninjago. The build is straightforward and relatively quick, making it a satisfying project for younger builders. The play features and minifigures add to the fun.

Skip this if you're an experienced builder looking for a challenging or intricate build. The set is quite simple and may not offer enough complexity for older teens or adult collectors. Consider larger Ninjago sets for a more in-depth experience.

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161

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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23cm × 16cm × 9cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Easy-to-follow instructions perfect for younger builders
Incorporates simple Technic elements for added stability
Features a small dragon build and temple structure
Includes multiple minifigures for play scenarios

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Ninja Dragon Temple, while retired, presents a mixed investment outlook. Its smaller piece count and relatively low original MSRP limit significant appreciation potential. However, the Ninjago theme's enduring popularity and the set's affordable price point could make it attractive to collectors seeking to complete their Ninjago collections. The rising price trend may indicate growing demand, but careful monitoring is advised before investing heavily. The set lacks highly unique or exclusive elements that typically drive substantial value increases.

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Compared to larger Ninjago temple sets like 71741-1 The Gardens of NINJAGO City, this set offers a more budget-friendly and accessible entry point. While it lacks the complexity and detail of those sets, it provides a satisfying building experience for younger fans. If you're looking for a smaller, more manageable Ninjago set, this is a good option. If you want a more impressive display piece, consider the larger, more expensive alternatives.

4 Minifigures Included

The set includes four minifigures, featuring Nya and Kai in EVO gear, along with two Cobra Mechanic figures. These characters add play value and are unique to certain Ninjago sets.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 161
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 69 unique parts, 147 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. 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.

Weapon Sword (Uru...

Part #: 10050 3× Pearl Titanium

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 10247 1× Black

Plate Round 6 x 6...

Part #: 11213 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 4× Black

Wheel 18 x 8 with...

Part #: 13971 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr9998 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 8 x...

Part #: 15624 1× Medium Nougat

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 3× Red

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 18980 1× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 1× Medium Azure

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 1× Red

Bar Holder with H...

Part #: 23443 1× Black

Plant, Leaves 6 x 5

Part #: 2417 2× Bright Green

Food Egg with 1.5...

Part #: 24946pr0002 1× White

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 1× Trans-Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 27261 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Yellow

Handlebars

Part #: 30031 1× Flat Silver

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Red

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Dark Azure

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 3× Red

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 2× Tan

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 2× Dark Azure

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3043 3× Black

Technic Plate 1 x...

Part #: 32124 1× Reddish Brown

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32530 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 4× Bright Green

Fence 1 x 4 x 2 O...

Part #: 32932 2× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× Black

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 7× Yellow

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Red

Equipment Cup / T...

Part #: 38014 1× White

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 38547pat0002 2× Dark Azure

Part #: 40379 1× Dark Turquoise

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 40934pr0002 1× Red

Plate 8 x 8 with ...

Part #: 41948 3× Medium Nougat

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 1× Pearl Titanium

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 10× Black

Rock Panel 2 x 4 x 6

Part #: 47847 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 49153 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 51274 2× Reddish Brown

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 51274 1× Red

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 4× Trans-Bright Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 2× Black

Tyre Offset Tread...

Part #: 61254 4× Black

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126b 1× Trans-Orange

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 2× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 2× Red

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 64225 2× Dark Azure

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 64225pr9998 1× Orange

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 64867 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 4 x...

Part #: 65186 1× Red

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 65428pr0004 1× Dark Azure

Propeller 4 Blade...

Part #: 67737 1× Black

Vehicle Body, Mot...

Part #: 70682 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 71752 1× Tan

Door Frame Double...

Part #: 80400 2× Reddish Brown

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 80477 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 80497 2× Dark Brown

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 3× Dark Azure

Launcher, 1 x 4 w...

Part #: 88289 1× Black

Weapon Sword Kata...

Part #: 93055 1× Pearl Gold

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 2× Dark Turquoise

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 93789 1× Flat Silver

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 98071pr0010 1× Red

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 98072pr0010 1× Red

Weapon Sai

Part #: 98139 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 4× Red

The set features a selection of parts in black, red, and dark azure, providing a decent color palette for smaller MOC projects. While the quantities are limited, the inclusion of wedge plates and dragon wing elements could be useful for builders focused on creature or vehicle designs.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Wedge Curved 2 x 3 x 2/3 Two Studs, Wing End (10x) $1.00

Dark Azure Creature Body Part, Dragon / Thestral Wing with Bar Connection and Marbled Bright Light Orange Pattern (2x) $0.70

Bright Green Plant, Leaves 6 x 5 (2x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$2.20

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the temple grounds with additional foliage and rock formations.

🏰 Create a larger Ninjago fortress with modular add-ons.

🤖 Rebuild the dragon into a small mech suit for one of the ninjas.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos

3.3 /5

Mixed

13% positive

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Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.3 /5

Mixed

13% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

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What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

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Reddit Reviews

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YouTube Reviews

6 videos

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📖 Building Instructions 8

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

161

Official Piece Count

147

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 14 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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