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No. 8698

Bionicle

Vultraz

Vultraz is a unique Bionicle set with a menacing aesthetic.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Aug 2008 to Jul 2009

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Intermediate build Bionicle fans, teens, and collectors looking for a unique villain set
Build: 133 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Budget Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.3 community rating

Fans appreciate the unique color scheme and menacing design of Vultraz. Some find the build repetitive, but overall it's considered a solid addition to any Bionicle collection.

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📝 Our Take

Vultraz is a unique Bionicle set with a menacing aesthetic. The combination of dark red, black, and light gray gives it a distinctive look, and the skyfighter design is quite striking. It offers a different style compared to the Toa and other heroes of the Bionicle universe, making it a standout villain.

This set is perfect for Bionicle collectors and fans of villainous characters. With a good piece count for its price point at the time, it provides a satisfying build and a cool display piece.

Skip this if you are only interested in the heroic Toa or prefer more complex builds. Consider sets like the Toa Ignika for a more central character or larger titan sets for a more involved building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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133

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Assembling the sleek skyfighter with its distinctive color scheme
Integrating the Vultraz figure into the vehicle design
The working front-mounted Skyblaster adds a fun play feature
The finished model has a substantial wingspan for display

📖 About This Set

Mounted on his ultra-fast skyfighter, the evil Vultraz fires devastating bolts of shadow from its front-mounted blaster. Can the Toa Nuva survive his sudden strikes, or will he bring their mission in Karda Nui to a crushing end? Front-mounted Skyblaster really fires! Vultraz stands 5"" (13cm) tall! Skyfighter is 14"" (36cm) long and 10"" (25cm) wide!

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Vultraz stands out due to its unique color scheme and skyfighter design compared to other Bionicle sets of the time. While sets like the Toa Ignika focused on heroic characters and elemental powers, Vultraz offers a villainous alternative. Collectors might choose Vultraz for its distinct appearance and role as an antagonist.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 133
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 37 unique parts, 133 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

This set contains a good assortment of Technic pieces and connectors, useful for MOC builders looking to create articulated figures or vehicles. The pearl light gray wings add a distinctive flair.