How many pieces are in the Young Dragon Riyu?

Young Dragon Riyu contains 132 pieces.

When was the Young Dragon Riyu released?

Young Dragon Riyu was released in 2024.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #71810

Young Dragon Riyu

Young Dragon Riyu is an adorable and affordable entry into the Ninjago universe.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Perfect for kids and Ninjago fans of all ages
Build: 132 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $14.99 list price · 11.4¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.2 community rating from 130 ratings

Fans appreciate the set's adorable design and posability, making it a great display piece. Some find the build too simple, but the overall consensus is positive due to the affordable price and appealing aesthetic.

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📝 Our Take

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Young Dragon Riyu is an adorable and affordable entry into the Ninjago universe. This set perfectly captures the charm of a baby dragon, with vibrant colors and posable features that make it both a fun build and a delightful display piece.

This set is perfect for younger LEGO fans and Ninjago enthusiasts. The build is straightforward and engaging, making it a great introduction to more complex LEGO models, and the inclusion of three minifigures enhances the play experience.

Skip this if you're looking for a challenging build experience or a large, imposing dragon model. Consider LEGO Ninjago Green Dragon Mech Battle 71793 for a more intricate dragon build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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132

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and fun build
Posable wings, legs, and head
Bright and appealing color scheme
Includes three minifigures for added play value

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C+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

Young Dragon Riyu presents a modest investment opportunity, primarily driven by its affordability and appeal to Ninjago fans. Its low piece count and price point make it accessible, but also limit its potential for significant appreciation. The Ninjago theme's consistent popularity provides some stability, but the set's long-term value will depend on its availability and the overall demand for Ninjago collectibles. The rising current price could be an indicator of future appreciation, but further observation is needed.

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Compared to other small Ninjago sets, Young Dragon Riyu offers a unique character build at an accessible price point. While sets like the Ninjago accessory packs offer more minifigures, Riyu provides a more substantial building experience. Consider LEGO Ninjago Kai's Dragon Power Spinjitzu Race Car 71777 for a similar price range with a vehicle focus.

3 Minifigures Included

Arin

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B+

Sora, Cat Ears Headphones

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The set includes three minifigures: Arin, a Wolf Mask Warrior, and Sora with Cat Ear Headphones, offering a good balance of heroes and villains for play. Sora is exclusive to this set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 132
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 46 unique parts, 117 pieces
Minifigures: 3

The official piece count includes the 15 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.

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10107652 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 10247 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 13547 4× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14418 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14419 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 6× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 4× Sand Blue

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 2× Reddish Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15209 4× White

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15571 6× Sand Blue

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 22890 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 1× Sand Blue

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29120 1× Sand Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Sand Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Dark Blue

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 3171 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 32802 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 6× Bright Light Blue

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 1× Lime

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Dark Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43722 2× Bright Light Blue

Wedge Plate 3 x 2...

Part #: 43723 2× Bright Light Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 44861 2× Medium Nougat

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 4871 1× Dark Blue

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 4899 2× Sand Blue

Wheel Arch, Mudgu...

Part #: 49097 1× Sand Blue

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 4921pr0001 1× Sand Blue

Weapon Sickle wit...

Part #: 4922 1× Pearl Gold

Large Figure Cove...

Part #: 4986 1× Sand Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60478 2× Reddish Brown

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 4× Bright Light Orange

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 66906 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 71752 1× Tan

Weapon Sword / Kh...

Part #: 93247 1× Flat Silver

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× Sand Blue

Weapon Scythe / C...

Part #: 98141 2× Pearl Gold

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 1× Reddish Brown

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 2× Reddish Brown

The set features a good selection of Sand Blue and Dark Bluish Gray elements, useful for MOC builders looking to add these colors to their collection. The inclusion of towball and clip plates adds versatility for creating articulated builds.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Plate Special 1 x 2 with End Towball (8x) $1.20

Bright Light Blue Plate Special 1 x 2 Rounded with 2 Open Studs (6x) $0.90

Sand Blue Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Inside Stud Holder (6x) $1.50

Pearl Gold Animal / Creature Body Part, Claw with Clip (2x) $0.50

White Tile Special 1 x 2 with Two Vertical Teeth / Tooth (4x) $0.60

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$4.70

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Create a larger dragon habitat with natural elements

🧙 Transform Riyu into a magical familiar for a wizard

🤖 Rebuild Riyu into a small dragon-like mech

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 6 videos

4.3 /5

Positive

67% positive

BlockTalk AI

YouTube reviewers generally praise the LEGO Ninjago Young Dragon Riyu (71810-1) set, with an overall positive sentiment of 4.3/5. Reviewers highlight the fun build experience and recommend the set, particularly enjoying the dragon's design and posability.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 6 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

4.3 /5

Positive

67% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

Common Feedback

+ Build, Recommend, Fun

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

1 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Bricks Builds & Coffee appreciates the dragon's design and posability, noting it's a great addition to their Ninjago collection. They also highlight features like posable wings, legs, and tail, as well as the dragon's ability to carry two minifigures.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

1 video

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2.0K views Review

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

Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

132

Official Piece Count

117

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 15 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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