How many pieces are in the Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle?

Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle contains 347 pieces.

What age is the Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 7+.

When was the Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle released?

Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle was released in 2026.

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🏛 Ninjago

Set #71855

Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle

Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle is a fantastic addition to the Ninjago lineup.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Intermediate build Ideal for Ninjago fans, dragon enthusiasts, and builders aged 7+
Build: 347 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $44.99 list price · 13.0¢ per piece
Availability: Current release · expected exit Dec 31, 2027

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 31 ratings

Fans appreciate the vibrant colors and the unique dragon design. Some users find the build repetitive in certain sections, but overall, it's considered a worthwhile addition to the Ninjago dragon collection.

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📝 Our Take

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Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle is a fantastic addition to the Ninjago lineup. This set delivers a dynamic dragon build with great color schemes and action features, bringing the Ninjago world to life.

This set is perfect for Ninjago fans of all ages, especially those who love dragons. The build is engaging and not overly complex, making it a great project for kids and adults alike. The inclusion of multiple minifigures enhances the play experience.

Skip this if you're looking for a highly challenging build or a massive display piece. For a more complex build, consider larger Ninjago temples. Alternatively, if you aren't a fan of the Ninjago theme, there are many other LEGO sets across various themes.

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347

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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Build Highlights:

The use of sand blue and dark blue creates a striking color scheme
The build incorporates various slopes and curved pieces to achieve a smooth, organic dragon shape
The inclusion of ball joints allows for a wide range of poseability
The set includes a small battle scene to enhance playability

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Investment Grade

⏳ Current release

Ninja Dragon Riyu's Battle has decent investment potential, primarily due to the popularity of the Ninjago theme and the appeal of dragons. The piece count is reasonable for the price, and the inclusion of several minifigures adds value. However, as a widely available set, appreciation may be moderate. Monitor retirement news and consider holding for long-term growth.

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This set offers a good balance of build complexity and playability compared to other Ninjago sets in its price range. While larger sets like Ninjago City offer more intricate builds and display features, Riyu's Battle is more accessible and playable for younger fans. Its dragon design is a key differentiator.

4 Minifigures Included

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The set includes four minifigures, including the exclusive Nya (Draconus Form) and the Mutation Monster, Tentacles, making them desirable for collectors. Arin and the Loyalist add to the playability of the set.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 347
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 97 unique parts, 313 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 34 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 Bladed Cla...

Part #: 10187 2× Green

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 2× White

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 1× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 2× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14417 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14419 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 6× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr0027 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 9× Sand Blue

Weapon Gun / Blas...

Part #: 15071 1× Black

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 2× Black

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 2× Red

Weapon Sword / Ka...

Part #: 21459 3× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 22890 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 2× Dark Blue

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 1× Dark Blue

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 24866 6× Bright Light Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 2× Dark Blue

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 8× Sand Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 2...

Part #: 26601 12× Sand Blue

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Dark Blue

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 1× Bright Light Orange

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 2× Dark Blue

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Sand Blue

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× Dark Blue

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Red

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Dark Blue

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 3171 2× Pearl Gold

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 3171 12× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 1× Reddish Brown

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 3× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 2× Dark Blue

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 32803 6× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3386 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 6× Sand Blue

Bar 1L with Clip ...

Part #: 3484 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 8× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 1× Dark Blue

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 10× Dark Blue

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 14× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Sand Blue

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Weapon Sword Blad...

Part #: 3885 1× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 3× Black

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 41125 1× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 2× Black

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 42924 2× Blue

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4304 3× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44301b 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...

Part #: 44728 2× Dark Blue

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 2× Yellow

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47458 2× Pearl Gold

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 49153 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 4921pr0006 1× Sand Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 49668 2× Black

Large Figure Cove...

Part #: 4986 2× Sand Blue

Large Figure Cove...

Part #: 4986 2× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 5066 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 50923 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 12× Sand Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 54657 2× Black

Creature Body Par...

Part #: 5973 2× Sand Blue

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470b 4× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 60475b 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 1× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Black

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Pearl Gold

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Reddish Brown

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 66955 2× Dark Blue

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 67696 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 67697 2× Black

Chain 2L with Bars

Part #: 6981 1× Pearl Gold

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 73109 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 73230 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 73230 2× White

Flames 5 x 7 x 1 ...

Part #: 7727 3× Opal Trans-Clear

Plate 3 x 3 Corner

Part #: 77844 4× Dark Blue

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77845 4× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 78256 2× Black

Bar 2L with Stop ...

Part #: 78258 1× Reddish Brown

Bracket 5 x 2 x 1...

Part #: 79180 2× Black

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 79491 2× Dark Blue

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 79897 2× Pearl Gold

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 1× Dark Blue

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 89678 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Equipment Broom End

Part #: 90826 1× Tan

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92692 4× Black

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× Dark Red

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 2× Dark Blue

Propeller 1 Blade...

Part #: 98135 1× Pearl Gold

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 4× Pearl Gold

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 1× Sand Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 4× Dark Blue

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 4× Dark Bluish Gray

The set offers a good selection of Sand Blue and Dark Blue elements, useful for MOC builders looking to create water or sky themed builds. The various bracket pieces are also useful for adding structural details.

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💎 Notable Parts

Bright Light Orange Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 (14x) $1.40

Sand Blue Wedge Plate 2 x 2 Cut Corner (12x) $1.20

Black Animal / Creature Body Part, Claw with Clip (12x) $1.80

Dark Blue Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted (10x) $1.00

Bright Light Orange Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals (6x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.90

💡 MOC Potential

🦄 Alternate dragon designs with different color schemes

🏛 Ninjago temple extensions or modifications

🌳 Dragon's Lair diorama with custom landscape

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

347

Official Piece Count

313

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 34 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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