How many pieces are in The Orc Forge?

The Orc Forge contains 363 pieces.

What age is The Orc Forge recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 8-14.

When was The Orc Forge released?

The Orc Forge was released in 2012.

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No. 9476

The Lord of the Rings

The Orc Forge

The Orc Forge is a surprisingly detailed and menacing little set.

Time on the shelf Retired

On sale Jun 2012 to Jul 2013

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Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 8+ · Intermediate build Perfect for Lord of the Rings fans and those looking for a fun, moderately challenging build.
Build: 363 pieces · about 2.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Cost: Affordable Next to other LEGO sets. Check the store for today's price.
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating

Fans praise the detailed design and unique forge mechanism but criticize the limited play area and relatively small size for the price. The Lurtz minifigure is a major draw, but some feel the set could have included more Orcs.

📝 Our Take

The Orc Forge is a surprisingly detailed and menacing little set. Despite its modest piece count, it perfectly captures the gritty and brutal atmosphere of Mordor, offering a great play experience and display piece for Lord of the Rings fans.

This set is perfect for Lord of the Rings enthusiasts of all ages, especially those looking to expand their Mordor army. The build is engaging without being overly complex, making it a fun project for both kids and adults. The inclusion of key characters like Lurtz makes it a desirable addition to any collection.

Skip this if you're only interested in large, complex builds or iconic locations from Middle-earth. Consider sets like the Battle of Helm's Deep (9474-1) for a grander building experience or Rivendell (10316-1) for an iconic location.

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🧱 Building Experience

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363

Pieces

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2.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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8-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

Interesting use of rockwork techniques to create a rugged forge environment
The forge mechanism adds a fun play feature
Good use of color to capture the dark and foreboding atmosphere of Mordor
The set is surprisingly detailed for its size

📖 About This Set

Build the dark army of Saruman at the Orc Forge!

The Uruk-hai army is growing! Grown in the smoldering depths of Isengard, the Uruk-hai and their general, Lurtz, pull one new Uruk-hai after the other from the ground. Use the winch and slide the metal into the smelting pot to make weapons for the growing army. Dig out the Uruk-hai from the ground. There's no rest when there's a dark army to build! Includes 4 minifigures: Lurtz, Uruk-hai and 2 Mordor orcs.

Includes 4 minifigures: Lurtz, Uruk-hai and 2 Mordor orcs
Lurtz includes armor, shield, helmet, and sword
Forge features winch with bucket, chute and furnace with LEGO light brick
Also features Uruk-hai growth pit
Includes 3 standard helmets, 3 sets of standard armor, special Isengard Uruk-hai helmet and armor, and anvil
Wind the winch!
Slide the metal down the chute!
Stoke the fire with the LEGO light brick!
Pull the Uruk-hai from the ground!
Collect the exclusive Lurtz minifigure!
Forge measures 8" (21cm) high and 9" (22cm) wide

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The Orc Forge is a smaller, more focused set compared to larger Lord of the Rings sets like the Battle of Helm's Deep (9474-1) or the Mines of Moria (9473-1). It offers a more affordable entry point into the theme and provides a detailed vignette of Orcish craftsmanship. While it lacks the scale of larger sets, it compensates with its unique forge mechanism and the inclusion of the Lurtz minifigure, making it a desirable set for collectors focused on minifigures or smaller, displayable scenes.

4 Minifigures Included

Mordor Orc

3 parts

Mordor Orc - Dark Tan

4 parts

Lurtz

4 parts

Uruk-Hai - Helmet With Hand-print

5 parts

The inclusion of Lurtz, a key villain from the Fellowship of the Ring, makes this set highly desirable for minifigure collectors. The other Orc minifigures add to the army-building potential, making it a valuable set for Lord of the Rings enthusiasts.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 363
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 97 unique parts, 347 pieces
Minifigures: 4

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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The set offers a good selection of Dark Bluish Gray and Reddish Brown pieces, useful for building rocky landscapes and medieval structures. The slopes are particularly useful for creating detailed textures.

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💎 Notable Parts

Light Bluish Gray Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2 (17x)

Dark Bluish Gray Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 (16x)

Dark Bluish Gray Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin (16x)

Reddish Brown Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud (7x)

Metallic Silver Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove (4x)

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expand the forge into a larger Orc encampment with additional fortifications.

🧙 Create a diorama of Isengard, incorporating the forge as part of Saruman's war preparations.

🌳 Build a Mordor landscape surrounding the forge, adding more volcanic elements and barren terrain.

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Building Instructions

2 booklets, as PDF

01 BI 3005/72+4*- 9476-V29-1/1 Download PDF
02 BI 3005/72+4*-9476 V39 Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

Inventory version 1

97 Unique Parts

363 Official Piece Count

347 Cataloged Inventory Pieces

4 Minifigures

13 Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 16 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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