How many pieces are in the Race for the Mask of Life?

Race for the Mask of Life contains 507 pieces.

What age is the Race for the Mask of Life recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-16.

When was the Race for the Mask of Life released?

Race for the Mask of Life was released in 2006.

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Set #8624

Race for the Mask of Life

Race for the Mask of Life is an exciting playset from the Bionicle era.

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Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Bionicle fans and kids aged 8-16 who enjoy action-packed playsets
Build: 507 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $59.99 list price · 11.8¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

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Fans appreciate the unique minifigure selection and play features, but some find the set to be somewhat simplistic compared to other Bionicle sets. The lava crafts and tower add to the playability, but the overall design may not appeal to all collectors.

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📝 Our Take

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Race for the Mask of Life is an exciting playset from the Bionicle era. Released in 2006, this set captures the essence of the Piraka vs. Toa Inika storyline, featuring unique lava crafts and a mysterious tower that adds to the adventure.

This set is perfect for Bionicle fans and collectors who appreciate the intricate designs and lore. The set offers a fun building experience and provides ample opportunity for imaginative play with its included minifigures and zamor sphere launchers.

Skip this if you are not a fan of the Bionicle theme or prefer more complex building experiences. Consider other LEGO themes like Ninjago or LEGO City for different building styles and play scenarios.

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🧱 Building Experience

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507

Pieces

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4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-16

Ages

Build Highlights:

Constructing the two distinct lava crafts for the Piraka and Toa Inika
Building the tower with its hidden features and zamor sphere launchers
Integrating Technic elements for movement and play features
Creating a dynamic scene with lava river and obstacles

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Race for the Mask of Life has shown a rising price trend, indicating growing interest among collectors. As a retired set from a popular Bionicle storyline, it holds potential for appreciation, especially if well-preserved with all minifigures and parts. However, Bionicle's investment potential can be volatile, so consider the risk before investing heavily. Compared to other Bionicle sets, this one offers a good balance of play features and collectible minifigures, making it a reasonable investment choice.

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📖 About This Set

As they fight their way toward the Mask of Life, the Piraka and Toa Inika come to a great lava river. Now they must race down the treacherous molten river, each side trying to be first to reach the powerful mask. A mysterious tower is only the first of many obstacles that block their way!

Includes two lava craft, tower, and zamor sphere launchers!
Includes 8 all-new and mini Toa Inika and mini Piraka figures with moving parts!
Includes 6 zamor spheres!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other Bionicle sets from 2006, Race for the Mask of Life stands out for its balanced play features and minifigure selection. While individual Titan sets offer larger builds, this set provides a complete play scenario with both heroes and villains. For those seeking a more focused building experience, consider the larger Bionicle figures, but for interactive play, this set is a strong choice.

8 Minifigures Included

This set includes eight minifigures: the Toa Inika and Piraka, each with unique designs and moving parts, making them highly collectible for Bionicle enthusiasts.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 507
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 145 unique parts, 447 pieces
Minifigures: 8

The official piece count includes the 60 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.

Wedge Plate 3 x 6...

Part #: 2419 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 2449 2× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454a 6× Dark Red

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 2460 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 16

Part #: 2465 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2476a 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 35× Black

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 4× Black

Brick 2 x 3

Part #: 3002 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 8× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Black

Brick Wedged 4 x ...

Part #: 30181 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Black

Brick Sloped 55° ...

Part #: 30249 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 2× Black

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Black

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 1× Black

Plate 6 x 10

Part #: 3033 4× Black

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363 4× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 30363 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3039 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 3049d 4× Dark Blue

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30526 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Cylinder 1 ...

Part #: 30553 1× Black

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 4× Dark Red

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 3× Dark Blue

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 32001 1× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 7× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32018 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32018 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 18× Light Bluish Gray

Part #: 32073 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Doubl...

Part #: 32138 4× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32174 2× Dark Blue

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 32198 1× Light Bluish Gray

Axle Hose, Soft 11L

Part #: 32199 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 32269 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 32270 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32278 2× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32316 1× Black

Brick 1 x 2 x 2 w...

Part #: 3245b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 32506 2× Pearl Light Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32525 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32529 4× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32530 4× Black

Technic Brick 6 x...

Part #: 32532 1× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 33299a 6× Black

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Black

Technic Gear 24 T...

Part #: 3648b 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin witho...

Part #: 3673 5× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 65° ...

Part #: 3678b 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 7× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3702 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3703 2× Black

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 1× Black

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 3× Black

Technic Axle 8

Part #: 3707 2× Black

Technic Axle 12

Part #: 3708 3× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3709 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Black

Technic Bush

Part #: 3713 7× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 10

Part #: 3737 7× Black

Technic Plate 2 x...

Part #: 3738 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 3749 5× Tan

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3894 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3895 5× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 4× Black

Animal Body Part ...

Part #: 40379 2× Dark Red

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 40490 2× Black

Plate Special 8 x...

Part #: 4151b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 8 x 8

Part #: 41539 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41764 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 41765 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 41767 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 41768 2× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 4 x 12

Part #: 4202 1× Black

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 42023 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 4274 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 33° ...

Part #: 4286 2× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 4× Blue

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43710 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 43711 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 43713 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44033 8× Pearl Light Gray

Hinge Plate 1 x 2...

Part #: 44567a 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 75° ...

Part #: 4460a 2× Dark Red

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44816 1× Pearl Light Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 44817 2× Pearl Light Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 45301 4× Black

Windscreen 10 x 6...

Part #: 45705 1× Dark Blue

Cone 1 x 1 [No To...

Part #: 4589 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Worm Gear

Part #: 4716 1× Light Bluish Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 47338 2× Pearl Light Gray

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 47406 1× Black

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865a 1× Light Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50304 1× Black

Wedge Plate 8 x 3...

Part #: 50305 1× Black

Technic Axle 16

Part #: 50451 2× White

Large Figure Foot...

Part #: 50858 2× Pearl Light Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 50915 2× Pearl Light Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 50923 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Weapon Staff (Whe...

Part #: 51663 2× Pearl Light Gray

Animal Body Part,...

Part #: 53451 6× Red

Large Figure Foot...

Part #: 53568 1× Pearl Light Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 53569 2× Pearl Gold

Large Figure Mask...

Part #: 53583 2× Pearl Gold

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 53587 1× Pearl Light Gray

Baseplate Raised ...

Part #: 53588pat0001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 54271 3× Pearl Light Gray

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 54272 2× Pearl Light Gray

Projectile, Large...

Part #: 54821 2× Trans-Medium Blue

Projectile, Large...

Part #: 54821pat0002 4× Bright Green

Weapon Blade (Toa...

Part #: 55237a 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Saw, Circu...

Part #: 55237b 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Axe (Toa N...

Part #: 55237c 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Axe Head (...

Part #: 55237d 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Sword (Toa...

Part #: 55237e 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Claw (Toa ...

Part #: 55237f 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Staff (Pir...

Part #: 55237g 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Blade (Pir...

Part #: 55237h 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Sword (Pir...

Part #: 55237i 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Hammer (Pi...

Part #: 55237j 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Blade, Dou...

Part #: 55237k 1× Pearl Light Gray

Weapon Axe Head (...

Part #: 55237l 1× Pearl Light Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 6538b 8× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 6538b 6× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 1× Black

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 2× Black

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6564 1× Black

Brick Wedged, Ang...

Part #: 6565 1× Black

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 6628 2× Black

Technic Rubber Be...

Part #: 85546 1× Yellow

The set features a variety of Technic pieces, useful for creating custom Bionicle creations or adding functionality to other LEGO builds. The black and dark bluish gray elements provide a solid base for construction.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Technic Axle Connector with Axle Hole (18x) $1.80

Pearl Light Gray Large Figure Weapon Blade, Air Katana (8x) $2.40

Black Technic Axle 10 (7x) $0.70

Dark Red Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Blocked Open Studs and Bottom Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges (6x) $1.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$6.40

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Expand the lava river into a larger volcanic landscape

🏰 Create a Bionicle-themed fortress or stronghold

🚗 Design alternate vehicles for the Piraka and Toa Inika

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Inventory Statistics

145

Unique Parts

507

Official Piece Count

447

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 60 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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