How many pieces are in the Castle Chess Set?

Castle Chess Set contains 286 pieces.

When was the Castle Chess Set released?

Castle Chess Set was released in 2007.

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🏛 Fantasy Era

Set #852001

Castle Chess Set

The Castle Chess Set is a nostalgic and unique LEGO offering.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Ideal for LEGO fans and chess enthusiasts looking for a unique building and display experience.
Build: 286 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $49.99 list price · 17.5¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.3 community rating from 22 ratings

Fans appreciate the unique concept and nostalgic value of the Castle Chess Set. However, some find the build repetitive and the price high relative to the piece count, but the exclusive minifigure selection makes it worthwhile for collectors.

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📝 Our Take

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The Castle Chess Set is a nostalgic and unique LEGO offering. Combining the classic game of chess with the beloved Fantasy Era theme, this set provides a fun building experience and a distinctive display piece.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors, chess enthusiasts, and fans of the Fantasy Era theme. The build is relatively straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of builders, and the inclusion of numerous minifigures adds to its appeal.

Skip this if you're looking for a highly complex building experience or a traditional chess set. The set's primary appeal lies in its LEGO aesthetic and collectible value, so consider a different large castle set if you desire a more intricate castle build.

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🧱 Building Experience

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286

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Building the chess board with alternating colors.
Assembling the unique chess piece minifigures.
Utilizing various SNOT (Studs Not On Top) techniques.
Creating a playable chess set with a LEGO twist.

📈 Investment Analysis

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B+

Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Castle Chess Set presents a reasonable investment opportunity, driven by its status as a retired set from the popular Fantasy Era theme. The inclusion of 24 minifigures enhances its collectibility. While the piece count is relatively low for the price, the set's unique concept and limited availability contribute to its rising value. However, potential investors should be aware of the risks associated with fluctuations in the LEGO secondary market and the possibility of similar chess-themed sets being released in the future.

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📖 About This Set

Battle your opponent in this exciting game of skill and strategy! This exclusive LEGO Castle Chess Set includes a total of 32 chess pieces, featuring 24 minifigures. Just choose your side and you're ready to play! One-piece chess board measures 10" x 10" (25 cm x 25 cm)! Includes 32 chess pieces featuring 24 LEGO minifigures including knights, skeletons, wizard, king and princess! Includes sturdy carrying case with leather handle, snap closures and storage compartments for each piece!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO Castle sets, the Chess Set offers a unique blend of gameplay and display. While sets like 70404-1 (King's Castle) provide a more traditional castle building experience, the Chess Set stands out with its chess-themed design and minifigure selection. Collectors seeking a functional and visually appealing set might prefer the Chess Set, while those prioritizing a large-scale castle build might opt for other options.

24 Minifigures Included

Skeleton, Red Eyes, Black

8x included

Chess Piece - Crown - Pawn

8x included

Chess Piece - Crown - Bishop

2x included

Chess Piece - Evil - Bishop

2x included

Princess Alyssa (Fantasy Era) - Reddish Brown Hair

4 parts

Chess Piece - Crown - King

6 parts

Chess Piece - Evil - Queen

6 parts

B+

Wizard Morax (Fantasy Era) - Evil, Cape

6 parts

B+

The set includes 24 minifigures, including unique chess piece variants of classic Fantasy Era characters. The inclusion of multiple wizards, maidens, and skeletons makes this set a desirable addition to any minifigure collection.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 286
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 30 unique parts, 164 pieces
Minifigures: 24

The piece count includes the 122 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 Lightsaber...

Part #: 23306 1× Chrome Silver

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 2540 2× Black

Shield Ovoid with...

Part #: 2586pr0016 2× Light Bluish Gray

Shield Ovoid with...

Part #: 2586pr0024 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Red

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 14× Medium Blue

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 14× Dark Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237a 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237a 4× Black

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Red

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 3× Black

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 2× Light Bluish Gray

Arm Mechanical wi...

Part #: 30377 2× Black

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 8× Dark Red

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× Dark Blue

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× Black

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0016 8× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Sh...

Part #: 3847 8× Pearl Light Gray

Bar 6.6L with Sto...

Part #: 4095 2× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 8× Dark Blue

Wheels Skateboard

Part #: 45918 7× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4623 2× Black

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 48492 2× Pearl Gold

Animal / Creature...

Part #: 48492 2× Dark Red

Bar 1L with Clip

Part #: 48729a 1× Black

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 4× White

Weapon Sword / Gr...

Part #: 59 1× Chrome Gold

Weapon Sword Scyt...

Part #: 59229 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Shield Round Flat...

Part #: 59231pr0001 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Mace / Fla...

Part #: 59232 8× Pearl Light Gray

Wave / Lightning ...

Part #: 59233pat0001 1× Trans-Light Blue

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126a 6× Trans-Neon Orange

Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...

Part #: 6231 8× Black

Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...

Part #: 6231 8× Light Bluish Gray

Chess Board

Part #: upn0124 1× [No Color/Any Color]

🧱 Storage Case, Che...

Part #: 852001stor 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a variety of useful parts in black, light bluish gray, and dark red, including plates, bricks, and slopes. The shields with unique prints are particularly valuable for MOC builders looking to add detail to their castle creations.

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💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Shield Round Flat with Silver Skull on Dark Red Print (8x) $8.00

Light Bluish Gray Shield Triangular with Crown on Dark / Medium Blue Quarters Print (8x) $8.00

Pearl Light Gray Weapon Mace / Flail Spiked (8x) $2.00

Black Wheels Skateboard (7x) $1.40

Trans-Neon Orange Wave / Flame Rounded with Base Pegs (6x) $6.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$25.40

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the chess board into a larger castle layout.

🧙 Create a wizard's tower using the included parts.

🏛 Design a miniature medieval village.

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

286

Piece Count

164

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

The piece count includes the 122 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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