Over the years, LEGO® NINJAGO® has appealed to both children and adults, there has been animation, action figures, and of course, LEGO® building sets. In this post, we look at the most popular LEGO® NINJAGO® sets that have been released. So what are you waiting for? As the ninjas would say: “NINJA-GO!”
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Key Takeaway
- The LEGO® NINJAGO® sets can be combined to create larger scenes or battles for more immersive play experiences.
- The size of the sets ranges between small and large. The largest set, NINJAGO® City Gardens (71741), is made from 5685 pieces.
- The LEGO® NINJAGO® theme has been popular since its creation in 2011. Children and adults enjoy the sets and animated series.
- The best LEGO® NINJAGO® sets include a variety of themes such as dragons, vehicles, and buildings.
- Overall, LEGO® NINJAGO® sets offer a fun and engaging building experience with plenty of variety to choose from.
History of LEGO® NINJAGO®
LEGO® NINJAGO® is a popular toy line and animation series based around 6 teenage ninjas. It was known as Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu between 2011 and 2019. After 2019 the theme name was changed to NINJAGO®.
The show was set in the fictional realm of NINJAGO®, which was inspired by East Asia cultures and myths. You would expect to see a lot of action in the metropolis of NINJAGO®, where the Ninja would fight off evil threats to NINJAGO®.
At the time of writing this, there have been 475 sets released, 210 episodes aired, and 15 seasons.
List of the Main NINJAGO® Characters
- Lloyd Garmadon
- Kai
- Cole
- Jay
- Zane
- Nya
- Master Wu
What Came First, NINJAGO® LEGO Set or Series?
According to Brickset, the first batch of LEGO® NINJAGO® sets was listed on the LEGO® website on 4th January 2011, there were 10 sets listed on this date. Whereas the pilot episode of Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu was not aired until 14th January 2011.
List of the Best LEGO® NINJAGO® Sets
1. NINJAGO® City Gardens (71741)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® City Gardens
Set Number: 71741
Year Released: 2021
No. Pieces: 5685
No. Minifigures: 22 (19 unique to this set)
RRP: £299.99 / $349.99 / €349.99
2. Ninja Dojo Temple (71767)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Ninja Dojo Temple
Set Number: 71767
Year Released: 2022
No. Pieces: 1394
No. Minifigures: 8 (3 unique to this set)
RRP: £89.99 / $99.99 / €99.99
3. NINJAGO® City (70620)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® City
Set Number: 70620
Year Released: 2019
No. Pieces: 4867
No. Minifigures: 19 (16 unique to this set)
RRP: £259.99 / $299.99 / €299.99
4. Zane’s Ice Dragon Creature (71786)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Zane’s Ice Dragon Creature
Set Number: 71786
Year Released: 2023
No. Pieces: 973
No. Minifigures: 5
RRP: £89.99 / $99.99 / €99.99
5. Nya’s Water Dragon EVO (71800)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Nya’s Water Dragon EVO
Set Number: 71800
Year Released: 2023
No. Pieces: 173
No. Minifigures: 3 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £17.99 / $19.99 / €19.99
6. Jay’s Titan Mech (71785)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Jay’s Titan Mech
Set Number: 71785
Year Released: 2023
No. Pieces: 794
No. Minifigures: 6 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £69.99 / $79.99 / 79.99€
7. Creative Ninja Brick Box (71787)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Creative Ninja Brick Box
Set Number: 71787
Year Released: 2023
No. Pieces: 530
No. Minifigures: 6 (2 unique to this set)
RRP: £54.99 / $59.99 / €59.99
8. Destiny’s Bounty (70618)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Destiny’s Bounty
Set Number: 70618
Year Released: 2017
No. Pieces: 2295
No. Minifigures: 7 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £109.99 / $159.99 / €169.99
9. The Keepers’ Village (71747)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® The Keepers’ Village
Set Number: 71647
Year Released: 2021
No. Pieces: 632
No. Minifigures: 5 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £44.99 / $49.99 / €49.99
10. Ninja Ultra Combo Mech (71765)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Ninja Ultra Combo Mech
Set Number: 71765
Year Released: 2022
No. Pieces: 1104
No. Minifigures: 7 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £89.99 / $89.99 / €99.99
11. Lloyd’s Golden Ultra Dragon (71774)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Lloyd’s Golden Ultra Dragon
Set Number: 71774
Year Released: 2022
No. Pieces: 989
No. Minifigures: 9 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £129.99 / $149.99 / €149.99
12. Hydro Bounty (71756)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Hydro Bounty
Set Number: 71756
Year Released: 2021
No. Pieces: 1159
No. Minifigures: 10 (3 unique to this set)
RRP: £129.99 / $139.99 / €149.99
13. Boulder Blaster (71736)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Boulder Blaster
Set Number: 71736
Year Released: 2021
No. Pieces: 449
No. Minifigures: 4 (1 unique to this set)
RRP: £34.99 / $39.99 / €39.99
14. Kai’s Golden Dragon Raider (71773)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® Kai’s Golden Dragon Raider
Set Number: 71773
Year Released: 2022
No. Pieces: 624
No. Minifigures: 7 (2 unique to this set)
RRP: £89.99 / $89.99 / €99.99
15. X-1 Ninja Charger (71737)
Set Name: LEGO® NINJAGO® X-1 Ninja Charger
Set Number: 71737
Year Released: 2021
No. Pieces: 599
No. Minifigures: 5 (2 unique to this set)
RRP: £44.99 / $49.99 / 49.99€
List of The Best LEGO® NINJAGO® MOCs
Below you will find our extensive list of NINJAGO® MOCs.
The Best LEGO® NINJAGO® Set of All Time
The best LEGO® NINJAGO® set of all time has to be the NINJAGO® City Gardens (71741) set, the set is made up of 5685 pieces, features 22 LEGO® Minifigures and is incredibly visually appealing. The building uses a wide variety of pieces and colors which makes it a joy to build and a great showpiece once completed.
The NINJAGO® City Gardens (71741) set has been designed to fit in the NINJAGO® realm. It appeals to NINJAGO® fans but is also a favorite amongst LEGO® City collectors too.
New LEGO® NINJAGO® Sets
For New LEGO® NINJAGO® Sets, please take a look at our LEGO® Sets Released in 2023.
Conclusion
In conclusion, when it comes to the best LEGO Ninjago sets, you should consider what you’re looking for in terms of design intricacy and age range. Whether you want to play with your LEGO creations or display them as collectibles, there’s a set out there that will suit your needs.
With options available at every price point, don’t hesitate to dive into the world of Ninjago! May your building skills be strong, and may the ninja spirit guide you on your journey.
