How many pieces are in The Crystal King?

The Crystal King contains 722 pieces.

When was The Crystal King released?

The Crystal King was released in 2022.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #71772

The Crystal King

The Crystal King is a visually striking Ninjago set.

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Who it's for: Ages 9+ · Intermediate build Ninjago fans, teens and adults who enjoy building vehicles and villainous lairs
Build: 722 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $79.99 list price · 11.1¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.4 community rating from 134 ratings

Fans appreciate the striking design and unique color scheme of The Crystal King, along with the exclusive minifigures. However, some find the price a bit high for the piece count and the build somewhat repetitive.

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📝 Our Take

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The Crystal King is a visually striking Ninjago set. Its unique color scheme and imposing design make it stand out amongst other sets in the theme, and the inclusion of several minifigures adds to its play and display value.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans and collectors looking for a distinctive villain. The build is engaging, and the final model looks great on display, especially alongside other Ninjago vehicles and structures.

Skip this if you prefer more heroic Ninjago sets or are on a tight budget. Consider some of the smaller, more affordable Ninjago sets featuring the ninja themselves for a more balanced collection.

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How does The Crystal King compare to other Ninjago villain sets in terms of design and playability? What are some creative ways to incorporate the magenta and pearl gold elements into MOCs? Is this set worth the current secondary market price, considering its piece count and minifigure selection? How can I best display The Crystal King to showcase its unique features and color scheme?

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722

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

The unique color scheme of magenta, black, and pearl gold creates a visually striking model.
The build incorporates interesting techniques to achieve the Crystal King's imposing stature and menacing details.
The set includes several play features, such as posable limbs and hidden compartments.
The final model makes an excellent display piece, especially when combined with other Ninjago sets.

📈 Investment Analysis

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↑ Trending up since release

B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Crystal King set has decent investment potential, driven by the popularity of the Ninjago theme and the set's unique design. The rising price trend indicates strong demand, and as a retired set, its value is likely to increase over time. The inclusion of exclusive minifigures, such as the Crystal King himself, further enhances its collectibility. However, the relatively high MSRP compared to piece count might temper potential returns. Monitor the secondary market closely for optimal selling opportunities.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Temple of the Endless Sea

The Crystal King stands out due to its villain-centric design and unique color scheme. While other Ninjago sets focus on the ninja and their vehicles, this set offers a different perspective. Consider the Temple of the Endless Sea (71755-1) for a similar price point and larger build, or the smaller Ninja Dragon Temple (71759-1) for a more affordable option. Choose The Crystal King for a unique villain display piece.

5 Minifigures Included

Vengestone Warrior

3 parts

Lloyd, Crystalized Robes

5 parts

Crystal King, Single Torso, Neck Brace

8 parts

Harumi, Dark Purple Arms

The Crystal King minifigure is exclusive to this set, featuring a unique torso and neck brace. Lloyd's Crystalized Robes variant is also unique, making this set desirable for minifigure collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 722
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 157 unique parts, 698 pieces
Minifigures: 5

The official piece count includes the 24 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.

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 2× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 3× Magenta

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 11833 2× Dark Blue

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 13349 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 13548 10× Dark Bluish Gray

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 5× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 2× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15070 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15070 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 11× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 16× Black

Wedge Plate 4 Stu...

Part #: 15706 4× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 9× Pearl Gold

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 18653 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 3× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 2× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 1× Pearl Gold

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 3× Trans-Dark Pink

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 22385 2× Black

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 22385 6× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 22388 24× Trans-Dark Pink

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 22889 1× Black

Windscreen 8 x 4 ...

Part #: 23448 1× Trans-Dark Pink

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× White

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 24122 1× Black

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 3× Yellow

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 24309 8× Black

Weapon Sword / Sa...

Part #: 25111 1× Pearl Gold

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 2× Dark Blue

Tassel with 1 x 1...

Part #: 25375 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 8× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 26047 7× Pearl Gold

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 2654 2× Magenta

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wave / Lightning ...

Part #: 27256 1× Trans-Dark Pink

Technic Axle Towball

Part #: 2736 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 8× Pearl Gold

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29120 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 2× Lime

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 1× Dark Purple

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Yellow

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Trans-Dark Pink

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 5× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 6× Dark Purple

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 8× Dark Purple

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Trans-Dark Pink

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Dark Purple

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 24× Magenta

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Purple

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 3× White

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30357 2× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3040b 8× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3049d 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 30503 4× Black

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 30602 2× Black

Brick 1 x 2 witho...

Part #: 3065 2× Trans-Dark Pink

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32015 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 2× Black

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 3298 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Food Hot Dog / Sa...

Part #: 33078 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 2× Dark Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 3× Black

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3676 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 8× Dark Purple

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 4× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3702 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 2× Black

Technic Axle 8

Part #: 3707 1× Black

Technic Axle 12

Part #: 3708 1× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Dark Purple

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Dark Purple

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Driving R...

Part #: 42195 1× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 42924 1× Blue

Hinge Plate 2 x 4...

Part #: 43045 2× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 1× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 1× Dark Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44567b 6× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 6× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 7× Dark Purple

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 10× Black

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 47455 4× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 14× Pearl Titanium

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48169 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48171 4× Black

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48172 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 4× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 4× Black

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 48729b 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 50340 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Dark Purple

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 11× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Dark Purple

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 57360 4× Black

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 57909b 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 3× Trans-Dark Pink

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 3× Pearl Gold

Brick Arch 1 x 3 ...

Part #: 6005 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 8× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 8× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 64225 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 64225 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Pearl Titanium

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 64847 2× Magenta

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 66956 2× Black

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 67696 6× Black

Brick Curved, 3 x...

Part #: 70681 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 73230 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 73825 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 78256 8× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 79194 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Angled 2 x ...

Part #: 79846 2× Dark Purple

Large Figure Cove...

Part #: 79896 2× Pearl Titanium

Weapon Sword Crys...

Part #: 79985 8× Trans-Dark Pink

Flag 2 x 2 Trapez...

Part #: 80324 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 3× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 6× Black

Brick Wedged 2 x ...

Part #: 87620 2× Black

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 87747 8× Dark Purple

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 2× Black

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 1× Pearl Gold

Hinge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 92582 1× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 1L with Top S...

Part #: 92690 1× Pearl Titanium

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92692 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 2× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93606 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 98313 16× Pearl Gold

Weapon Sword with...

Part #: 98856 3× Trans-Dark Pink

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 2× Red

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 99207 11× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 8× Pearl Titanium

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 4× Pearl Gold

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 20× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 4× Dark Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 4× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 4× Dark Bluish Gray

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10001120 1× [No Color/Any Color]

This set is a great source for magenta and trans-dark pink elements, which are relatively rare in LEGO sets. The pearl gold elements also add a touch of luxury and are useful for MOC builders looking to add unique details.

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💎 Notable Parts

Magenta Plate 1 x 2 (24x) $1.20

Trans-Dark Pink Slope 45° 1 x 1 x 2/3 Quadruple Convex [Pyramid] (24x) $2.40

Pearl Gold Arm Mechanical with Clip [Thick Support] (16x) $4.00

Pearl Titanium Wedge Curved 2 x 3 x 2/3 Two Studs, Wing End (14x) $2.80

Pearl Gold Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip with Rounded Edges (9x) $3.60

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$14.00

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Crystalized fortress extensions

🚗 Alternate Crystal King vehicle designs

🤖 Mecha-style Crystal King robot

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.4 /5

Mixed

20% positive

BlockTalk AI

The Crystal King set (71772) receives mixed to positive reactions from LEGO Ninjago YouTubers. While many reviews are neutral overviews, JANG's LEGO Reviews highlights the beautiful design and good minifigure selection, suggesting a positive experience. However, some question if the set is too stable, implying a lack of dynamic features.

LEGO Ninjago Crystal King review! Beautiful design, good figs, maybe too stable?

JANG's LEGO Reviews • 64.7K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Crystal King (71772) - 2022 Review

Ashnflash • 48.7K views Review

LEGO Ninjago 71772 The Crystal King Review (2022)

Masters of Brickjitzu • 19.7K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.4 /5

Mixed

20% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

5 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

JANG's LEGO Reviews praises the set's design and minifigures, while Bricks By Mind focuses on detailing the minifigures included. The TTV Channel examines the Crystal King as a villain, analyzing if the set lives up to the hype.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

5 videos

LEGO Ninjago Crystal King review! Beautiful design, good figs, maybe too stable?

JANG's LEGO Reviews

64.7K views Review

LEGO Ninjago Crystal King (71772) - 2022 Review

Ashnflash

48.7K views Review

LEGO Ninjago 71772 The Crystal King Review (2022)

Masters of Brickjitzu

19.7K views Review

Lego Unboxing: Lego Ninjago 71772 - The Crystal King Set

Lego Dénes Productions

2.3K views Unboxing

View all 5 on YouTube

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

Inventory Statistics

157

Unique Parts

722

Official Piece Count

698

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 24 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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