How many pieces are in the Storm Lasher?

Storm Lasher contains 283 pieces.

When was the Storm Lasher released?

Storm Lasher was released in 2008.

🏛 Exo-Force

Set #8117

Storm Lasher

Storm Lasher is a standout set from the Exo-Force theme.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Teenagers and adults who enjoy building mechs and robots.
Build: 283 pieces · about 3 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $19.99 list price · 7.1¢ per piece
Availability: Likely retired

★★★★☆ 4.1 AI-generated review score, not a customer rating

Fans appreciate the unique design and posing capabilities of the Storm Lasher, but some find the color scheme a bit repetitive. The set is praised for its solid build and menacing appearance.

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📝 Our Take

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Storm Lasher is a standout set from the Exo-Force theme. Its aggressive design, featuring a menacing robotic creature, perfectly captures the futuristic battle aesthetic that defined the line. The color scheme is striking, and the articulation allows for dynamic posing.

This set is perfect for collectors of the Exo-Force theme and fans of mecha designs. The build is relatively straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of builders, and the finished model makes for an impressive display piece.

Skip this if you're not a fan of the Exo-Force theme or prefer more realistic LEGO models. Consider LEGO Ninjago sets for similar mecha builds with a different aesthetic.

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🧱 Building Experience

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283

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Unique leg design for stability and posing
Intricate cockpit construction
Use of Technic elements for enhanced articulation
Aggressive styling with blades and claws

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Storm Lasher set, released in 2008, holds decent investment potential due to its relative rarity and the enduring popularity of the Exo-Force theme among a niche LEGO collector base. Its piece count of 283 and unique design contribute to its appeal. However, its investment grade is tempered by the fact that Exo-Force is not as universally beloved as themes like Star Wars or modular buildings. The rising price trend suggests increasing demand, but potential investors should be aware of the risks associated with investing in less mainstream LEGO themes.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Exo-Force sets, the Storm Lasher offers a unique creature-like design, setting it apart from the more humanoid mechs. Its price point is similar to other sets of comparable piece count in the theme. Collectors may prefer this set for its distinctive appearance, while those seeking more traditional mech designs might explore other Exo-Force options.

1 Minifigure Included

Iron Drone / Devastator with Red Eyes

8 parts

The set includes an Iron Drone / Devastator with Red Eyes. This minifigure is unique to a few Exo-Force sets, adding to its collectible appeal.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 283
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 67 unique parts, 275 pieces
Minifigures: 1

The piece count includes the 8 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.

Equipment Goblet ...

Part #: 2343 2× Black

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 1× Black

Panel 3 x 2 x 6

Part #: 2466 1× Trans-Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2555 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar, 4 Top Bars, ...

Part #: 2566 2× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 8× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 30033 1× Black

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Reddish Brown

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30367b 2× Yellow

Hinge Brick 1 x 2...

Part #: 30386 28× Black

Hinge Plate 1 x 8...

Part #: 30407 4× Trans-Clear

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30552 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30553 2× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 3× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 28× Yellow

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 1× Yellow

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32009 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32018 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 32054 8× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 9× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5

Part #: 32073 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Plate Rot...

Part #: 32125 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32174 2× Black

Technic Ball Joint

Part #: 32474 2× Lime

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3660 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Black

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 1× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 10× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3794a 11× Black

Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

Part #: 3960 2× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 41532 6× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44567a 4× Yellow

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 4588 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 6× Trans-Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Rotation ...

Part #: 47455 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47456 2× Black

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48171 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 48172 1× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 1× Black

Bar 1L with Clip

Part #: 48729a 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 50923 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Yellow

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 4× Yellow

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 53989 6× Black

Plant / Creature ...

Part #: 55236 2× Black

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 57565 2× Yellow

Hinge Plate 1 x 1...

Part #: 57906 2× Black

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 7× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 6019 1× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60470a 1× Yellow

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 60471 4× Black

Weapon Sword / Sc...

Part #: 60752 12× Pearl Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61072 2× Pearl Light Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 61406pat0001 1× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 2× Yellow

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 62018b 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set offers a good selection of black hinge bricks and yellow tiles, useful for builders looking to create articulated models or add detail to their builds. The pearl light gray sword pieces can be valuable for creating custom minifigure weaponry.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Locking with 1 Finger Vertical End and 2 Fingers Vertical End, 9 Teeth (28x) $4.20

Pearl Light Gray Weapon Sword / Scimitar Notched Blade (12x) $3.00

Dark Bluish Gray Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips (12x) $1.80

Yellow Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small (4x) $0.80

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$9.80

💡 MOC Potential

🤖 Larger, more heavily armored Exo-Force mechs

🚗 Futuristic tanks or armored vehicles

🌳 Alien creature or robotic dinosaur

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 9 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

LEGO YouTubers provide neutral reviews of the 8117 Storm Lasher set, focusing on basic details like piece count and price range. There is no significant consensus regarding specific strengths or weaknesses of the set.

Lego EXO FORCE Stealth Hunter Review

Nightshroud99 / Apollo Rhodes • 38.9K views Review

Lego Exo-Force Review - 8117 Storm Lasher

OneTrueBrick • 2.9K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 9 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Nightshroud99/Apollo Rhodes' review of the Stealth Hunter (likely referring to a similar Exo-Force set) mentions the set contains 164 pieces and costs $15-$20. OneTrueBrick links to an Exo-Force wiki and includes music in their 8117 Storm Lasher review, indicating a broader presentation style.