The LEGO Destiny's Bounty (71705) is a hefty build with plenty of detail, clocking in at 1,781 pieces. Released in 2020 as part of the Ninjago Rise of the Snakes collection, it retails for $129.99. You get 7 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
At $0.073 per piece, you're getting excellent bang for your buck here.
Whether you're building for display or thinking long-term, the Destiny's Bounty has the piece count and theme appeal to make it worthwhile.
Key Features
1,781 pieces — A substantial build with real depth and detail
7 minifigures — Great character selection from the Ninjago universe
$0.073 per piece — Better value than the Ninjago average
Rise of the Snakes subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
Released 2020 — Ninjago sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Destiny's Bounty falls under the LEGO Ninjago theme, sitting in the Rise of the Snakes subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2020 at $129.99, it sits in a solid mid-to-upper range entry in Ninjago. The $0.073 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Ninjago right now.
The Rise of the Snakes subcategory within Ninjago has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Ninjago collection.
Why This Set Is Special
128% above retail. Now trading at $296.38, up 128% from $129.99 RRP — a 22% annualized return over 4.2 years since retirement.
Top 10% value in Ninjago — At $0.073 per piece (#15 of 359), this is one of the best value-for-money sets in Ninjago.
Strong part-out value at 1.9x — Parts are worth $244.81 vs $129.99 retail (1.9x ratio). Theme average is 2.0x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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