How many pieces are in the Palpatine's Arrest?

Palpatine's Arrest contains 649 pieces.

What age is the Palpatine's Arrest recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 9-14.

When was the Palpatine's Arrest released?

Palpatine's Arrest was released in 2012.

Breaking News

Republic Nu-Class Shuttle (2x V-19 Torrent alternate model)

r/legostarwars • about 10 hours ago

My 501st custom display

r/legostarwars • 1 day ago

1 / 9

🏛 Star Wars

Set #9526

Palpatine's Arrest

Name: Palpatine's Arrest
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 9526-1
Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews)

Palpatine's Arrest is a must-have for Star Wars prequel fans.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for teens and adults who love Star Wars, especially the prequel trilogy. ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 649 pcs 🎂 Ages 9+

★★★★☆ 4.4 from 4 reviews

Fans praise the set for its iconic scene recreation and the inclusion of several exclusive Jedi Master minifigures. Criticisms often focus on the relatively small size of the set and the high price on the secondary market.

MSRP

$89.99

Best Price

$80.99

You Save

10% OFF

View on eBay

Check price on Amazon

📝 Our Take

Palpatine's Arrest is a must-have for Star Wars prequel fans. This set perfectly recreates the iconic scene from Revenge of the Sith, complete with a unique interior and six minifigures, including Jedi Masters and the future Emperor Palpatine.

This set is perfect for collectors and older kids looking for a challenging and rewarding build. The set offers a great display piece and a fun play experience, allowing you to recreate the dramatic scene.

Skip this if you are looking for a larger set with more play features, or if you are not a fan of the prequels. Consider sets like the Republic Gunship or other Jedi-centric sets for broader appeal.

✨ New

Ask BlockTalk about this set

AI assistant with full set data

BlockTalk

Hi! I'm BlockTalk, your LEGO expert. Ask me anything about the Palpatine's Arrest - building tips, investment potential, comparisons, or anything else!

Try asking:

What makes Palpatine's Arrest a valuable set for collectors? How does this set compare to other Star Wars diorama sets in terms of build complexity? What is the best way to display this set to highlight its features? What are some creative ways to expand this set with additional parts?

🧱 Building Experience

🧩

649

Pieces

⏱

4.5h

Build Time

📊

Intermediate

Difficulty

👤

9-14

Ages

Build Highlights:

Recreating the iconic scene from Revenge of the Sith
Unique interior design with hidden Lightsaber compartment.
Detachable entrance with sliding doors.
Incorporation of play features to simulate the arrest scene.

📈 Investment Analysis

↑ Trending up since release

A-

Investment Grade

⏳ Appreciating

Palpatine's Arrest is a strong contender for investment due to its iconic scene recreation and exclusive minifigures. The Star Wars theme consistently performs well, and the set's age and retirement status contribute to its increasing value. However, potential investors should be aware that the price is already high, and future returns may not be as substantial as in the past. The set's value is heavily tied to the popularity of the prequel trilogy and its minifigure selection, making it a relatively safe bet within the LEGO Star Wars portfolio.

Not Financial Advice: Content is for educational purposes only. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Full disclaimer

📖 About This Set

Arrest Senator Palpatine at his Coruscant apartment suite!

On Coruscant, the Jedi Council has sent 4 of its most trusted Jedi Masters to arrest Senator Palpatine at his apartment suite. As the evil Sith Lord struggles to fend off the Jedi, will his newest recruit, Anakin Skywalker, come to his rescue? This fantastic recreation of the scene from Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith features detachable entrance with sliding doors, hidden Lightsaber, Sith lightning bolts, Mace Windu window catapult, Force jump lever, and detachable landing pad with Jedi airspeeder with opening cockpit and dual flick missiles. Includes Anakin Skywalker, Mace Windu, Saesee Tiin, Agen Kolar, Chancellor Palpatine and Kit Fisto.

• Includes 6 minifigures: Anakin Skywalker, Mace Windu in classic decoration, Saesee Tiin, Agen Kolar, Chancellor Palpatine and Kit Fisto
• Features Palpatine's apartment suite with detachable entrance with sliding doors, Mace Windu window catapult, Force jump lever, and detachable landing pad
• Vehicles include Jedi airspeeder with opening cockpit and dual flick missiles
• Also includes 6 Lightsabers and 2 Sith lightning bolts
• Turn Palpatine's head to show his second face!
• Defeat the evil Sith Lord!
• Fly the Jedi airspeeder!
• Use the Force jump!
• Avoid being catapulted out of the window!
• Palpatine's apartment suite measures over 3" (10cm) high, 15" (40cm) wide and 10" (26cm) deep

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Republic Gunship

Star Wars • 1,175 pcs

$119.99

Coruscant Guard Gunship

Star Wars • 1,083 pcs

$139.99

Clone Trooper & Battle Droid Battle Pack

Star Wars • 215 pcs

$29.99

Compared to other prequel-era sets like the Republic Gunship (75021-1), Palpatine's Arrest offers a smaller, more focused scene with a higher minifigure count of Jedi Masters. While the Gunship provides more play features and a larger build, Palpatine's Arrest excels in its display value and minifigure selection. Collectors prioritizing minifigures and scene accuracy might prefer Palpatine's Arrest, while those seeking a larger, more playable set might opt for the Gunship.

6 Minifigures Included

Agen Kolar with Cape

5 parts

Anakin Skywalker, Black Robe, Angry Face with Shadowed Eyes and Cape

Mace Windu, Dark Tan Plain Legs, Cape

4 parts

Saesee Tiin, Cape

5 parts

Chancellor Palpatine, Dark Red Outfit (Episode 3)

4 parts

The set includes six minifigures, featuring rare and exclusive Jedi Masters like Kit Fisto, Mace Windu, Saesee Tiin, and Agen Kolar, alongside Anakin Skywalker and Chancellor Palpatine, making it highly desirable for minifigure collectors.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 122 unique parts • 596 total pieces

Equipment Goblet ...

Part #: 2343 2× Black

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 6× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 2× White

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...

Part #: 2454a 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 6

Part #: 2456 4× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2458 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Towball

Part #: 2736 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 2780 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2817 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 2817 2× Red

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 2877 25× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2

Part #: 3003 10× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 10× Dark Red

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 6× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 10× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 10

Part #: 3006 1× Black

Brick 2 x 8

Part #: 3007 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 6

Part #: 3009 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Red

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 6× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 11× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 11× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 10× Dark Tan

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Black

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Red

Plate 4 x 12

Part #: 3029 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 10

Part #: 3030 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 6

Part #: 3032 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 9× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 4 x 8

Part #: 3035 6× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 1...

Part #: 30355 2× Dark Red

Wedge Plate 6 x 1...

Part #: 30356 2× Dark Red

Plate 6 x 8

Part #: 3036 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Red

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Trans-Light Blue

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Trans-Bright Green

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 1× Trans-Purple

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30414 1× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 30503 2× Black

Wedge Plate 4 x 4...

Part #: 30503 2× White

Wedge Plate 8 x 8...

Part #: 30504 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30526 2× Blue

Panel 4 x 4 x 6 Q...

Part #: 30562 2× Trans-Clear

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 30565 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 3062b 14× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 3× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 3× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 11× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 6× Trans-Light Blue

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× White

Tile 1 x 2 with A...

Part #: 3069bpr0070 1× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32000 2× Yellow

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 1× Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 2× White

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 32039 3× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 1× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 32064a 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 32556 2× Tan

Slope 33° 3 x 4

Part #: 3297 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 1× Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 4× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 10× Dark Bluish Gray

Slope Inverted 45...

Part #: 3665 2× Black

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 1× Dark Red

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 2× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 2× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 12× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 3× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 4× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3702 9× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 7× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 2× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Dark Red

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 5× Dark Tan

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Black

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3830 4× Dark Red

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3831 4× Dark Red

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 3941 1× Blue

Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

Part #: 3960 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4070 6× Dark Red

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 4150 1× Black

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 3× Light Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41769 2× Dark Red

Wedge Plate 4 x 2...

Part #: 41770 2× Dark Red

Technic Pin 1/2

Part #: 4274 2× Blue

Slope Inverted 34...

Part #: 4287b 2× Black

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 2× Blue

Dish 3 x 3 Invert...

Part #: 43898 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 7

Part #: 44294 1× Light Bluish Gray

Slope 75° 2 x 1 x...

Part #: 4460b 2× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4510 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 45590 1× Black

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 2× Light Bluish Gray

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 5× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 48336 2× Light Bluish Gray

Panel 1 x 2 x 1 [...

Part #: 4865b 2× Red

Slope Inverted 45...

Part #: 4871 2× Black

Slope Inverted 45...

Part #: 4871 2× Light Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 2× Light Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 50950 4× Dark Red

Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...

Part #: 54200 2× Black

Light Cover 1 x 1...

Part #: 58176 2× Trans-Medium Blue

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 58846 2× White

Wave / Lightning ...

Part #: 59233pat0001 2× Trans-Light Blue

Panel 1 x 6 x 5

Part #: 59349 2× Trans-Clear

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 1× Black

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 18× Pearl Gold

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 5× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 1× Light Bluish Gray

Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2

Part #: 60481 1× White

Slope 65° 2 x 1 x 2

Part #: 60481 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× White

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× Dark Red

Wedge Plate 6 x 6...

Part #: 6106 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 2× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 6× Pearl Gold

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 3× Black

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 6141 8× Light Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 61678 2× Light Bluish Gray

Slope Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 61678 2× Black

Plate Special 4 x...

Part #: 6179 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Special 2 x...

Part #: 6232 1× White

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 1× White

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 2× Light Bluish Gray

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 1× Pearl Gold

Weapon Lightsaber...

Part #: 64567 5× Metallic Silver

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 4× White

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 6541 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 1.5 ...

Part #: 6553 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 6558 3× Blue

Tile 1 x 6 with G...

Part #: 6636 5× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Round Corne...

Part #: 85080 10× Light Bluish Gray

Microfig [PLAIN]

Part #: 85863 2× Pearl Gold

Slope 30° 1 x 2 x...

Part #: 85984 9× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 2× Light Bluish Gray

Windscreen 7 x 4 ...

Part #: 92279 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 92280 2× White

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 92950 1× Black

Brick Arch 1 x 6 ...

Part #: 92950 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Orange

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Trans-Red

🧱 Sticker Sheet for...

Part #: 10991 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set contains a good selection of Light and Dark Bluish Gray elements, along with useful Technic bricks and grille pieces, providing valuable parts for MOC builders looking to create detailed structures and greebling.

🛒 Where to Buy

LEGO (UK)

✓ In Stock

£59.99

eBay

✓ In Stock

$80.99 →

Walmart

✓ In Stock

$85.49

Target

✓ In Stock

$89.99

LEGO (US)

✓ In Stock

$89.99

LEGO (CA)

✓ In Stock

$119.99

Amazon

Check price

→

💎 Notable Parts

Dark Bluish Gray Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille (25x) $1.25

Pearl Gold Cone 1 x 1 [Top Groove] (18x) $2.70

Dark Bluish Gray Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] (12x) $0.60

Dark Red Brick 1 x 2 (10x) $0.50

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$5.05

💡 MOC Potential

🏙 Expand Coruscant apartment with additional rooms

🚢 Modify into a small Republic cruiser interior

🏛 Create a diorama of the Senate chambers

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Searching for YouTube reviews...

This may take a moment

📖 Building Instructions 2

BI 3016/72+4-9526 V29/39

Download PDF

BI 3016/72+4-9526 V29/39

Download PDF

Inventory Statistics

122

Unique Parts

596

Total Pieces

Minifigures

Inventory Version: 1

A Senate Showdown!
Relive Palpatine's Arrest

Republic Nu-Class Shuttle (2x V-19 Torrent alternate model)

Set 7655 reimagined in RP2

My 501st custom display

Palpatine's Arrest

📝 Our Take

Ask BlockTalk about this set

🧱 Building Experience

📈 Investment Analysis

📖 About This Set

⚖ Compare Similar Sets

6 Minifigures Included

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 122 unique parts • 596 total pieces

🛒 Where to Buy

💎 Notable Parts

💡 MOC Potential

📰 Star Wars News

Republic Nu-Class Shuttle (2x V-19 Torrent alternate model)

Set 7655 reimagined in RP2

My 501st custom display