How many pieces are in the Kingdoms Chess?

Kingdoms Chess contains 329 pieces.

What age is the Kingdoms Chess recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 6+.

When was the Kingdoms Chess released?

Kingdoms Chess was released in 2012.

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🏛 Kingdoms

Set #853373

Kingdoms Chess

Kingdoms Chess is a unique and charming LEGO set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 6+ · Intermediate build LEGO fans and chess enthusiasts, families looking for a collaborative project
Build: 329 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $49.99 list price · 15.2¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.3 community rating from 56 ratings

Fans appreciate the unique concept of a LEGO chess set and the large number of minifigures. Some find the build repetitive but enjoy the playable and displayable final product.

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📝 Our Take

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Kingdoms Chess is a unique and charming LEGO set. It combines the classic strategy game of chess with the fun and creativity of LEGO, all within the popular Kingdoms theme.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts and chess lovers of all ages. It provides a fun building experience and a playable chess set that's also a great display piece.

Skip this if you prefer more complex building techniques or are strictly looking for display models. Consider the larger LEGO Castle sets for more intricate builds and detailed environments.

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🧱 Building Experience

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329

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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Ages

Build Highlights:

Building the chess board from individual plates is satisfying
Assembling the minifigure armies is a fun and engaging experience
The set combines the strategic gameplay of chess with LEGO building
Displaying the completed chess set adds a touch of LEGO charm to any room

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Kingdoms Chess set presents a moderate investment opportunity. Its relatively low piece count and original MSRP make it accessible, but its age and the popularity of the Kingdoms theme contribute to its value. The inclusion of numerous minifigures, some with unique accessories, further enhances its collectibility. While not the most explosive investment, its stable price trend suggests it should hold its value and potentially appreciate modestly over time, especially if the Kingdoms theme sees a resurgence in popularity.

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📖 About This Set

Play chess with minifigures in regal LEGO® Kingdoms’ style!

Build all 32 royal characters, then the black and white baseplate board! Put your army in place with their weapons and accessories, then battle with your opponent in a classic game of chess – LEGO® style! Includes a storage box!

Features 32 minifigures with assorted weapons and accessories
Includes storage box
Play chess with royal minifigures and weapons!
Makes a great gift for fans of LEGO® Kingdoms building sets!

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Compared to other LEGO board games, Kingdoms Chess offers a unique blend of building and gameplay within the popular Kingdoms theme. While sets like LEGO Ideas Chess (40174-1) provide a more traditional chess experience, Kingdoms Chess stands out with its medieval theme and extensive minifigure selection. Collectors may prefer this set for its exclusivity and the potential for minifigure collecting, while others may opt for a standard chess set for gameplay.

28 Minifigures Included

Knight, Dark Green, Wide Brim Helmet

8x included

Knight, Red, Wide Brim Helmet

8x included

Dragon Knight, Black, Helmet with Dark Green Plume

2x included

B+

Knight, Armour with Chain, Helmet

2x included

Knight, Red, Silver Armor, Helmet with Red Plume

2x included

Jester, Red and White, Quiver

2x included

B+

Chess King, Red, Cape, Gold Crown with Red Plume

6 parts

B+

Wizard (Kingdoms) - Dark Green, Cape

6 parts

B+

Chess Queen, Dark Green

5 parts

Chess Queen, Red Dress, Gold Crown

5 parts

B+

The set boasts a large number of Kingdoms-themed minifigures, including knights, wizards, and jesters. Several minifigures feature unique torso prints and accessories, making them desirable for collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Piece count: 329
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 30 unique parts, 201 pieces
Minifigures: 28

The piece count includes the 128 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 Crossbow a...

Part #: 2570 2× Reddish Brown

Shield Ovoid with...

Part #: 2586pr0004 4× Light Bluish Gray

Shield Ovoid with...

Part #: 2586pr0017 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Black

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30136 4× Reddish Brown

Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...

Part #: 30153 1× Trans-Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Red

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237b 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237b 4× Black

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 32× White

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 32× Black

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 3× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with D...

Part #: 3068bpr0170 1× Reddish Brown

Weapon Dagger / K...

Part #: 37 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Baseplate 32 x 32

Part #: 3811 1× Green

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0001 9× Light Bluish Gray

Shield Triangular...

Part #: 3846pr0002 10× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Sword / Sh...

Part #: 3847 4× Flat Silver

Weapon Halberd / Axe

Part #: 3848 4× Pearl Titanium

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 43899 2× Light Bluish Gray

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 2× Red

Flag 4 x 1 Wavy [...

Part #: 4495b 2× Dark Green

Weapon Pike / Spe...

Part #: 4497 4× Flat Silver

Weapon Axe Head, ...

Part #: 53454 2× Speckle Black-Silver

Weapon Sword / Gr...

Part #: 59 1× Chrome Gold

Weapon Mace / Fla...

Part #: 59232 4× Flat Silver

Weapon Halberd / ...

Part #: 6123 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Wave / Flame Roun...

Part #: 6126b 8× Trans-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

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 9× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 88072 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 88072 2× White

Baseplate Raised ...

Part #: upn0164 1× Flat Silver

This set contains a good selection of basic plates and bricks in black, white and light bluish gray, useful for MOC builders. The printed shields add a unique flair and can be valuable for creating custom factions.

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💎 Notable Parts

Black Plate 4 x 4 (32x) $1.60

White Plate 4 x 4 (32x) $1.60

Light Bluish Gray Shield Triangular with Dragon on Medium Nougat and Tan Quarters Print (10x) $5.00

Light Bluish Gray Shield Triangular with Gold Lion on Red/White Quarters Print (9x) $4.50

Flat Silver Weapon Sword / Shortsword Elaborate Hilt (4x) $1.00

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$13.70

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the chessboard into a larger castle environment

🏛 Create miniature medieval landmarks using the chess pieces as a base

🧙 Build a wizard's tower using the dark green pieces

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Inventory Statistics

Unique Parts

329

Piece Count

201

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

The piece count includes the 128 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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