Coming in at 283 pieces, the Tournament of Elements (71735) is a bite-sized build from the Ninjago lineup. It debuted in 2021 at $29.99. It comes packed with 7 minifigs — always a nice bonus for collectors.
At $0.106 per piece, the value here is reasonable — right in line with what you'd expect from Ninjago.
The Tournament of Elements is a solid entry in the Ninjago range — nothing flashy, but well-built and fun.
Key Features
283 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
7 minifigures — Solid roster of characters for play and display
$0.106 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Tournament of Elements collection — Sought-after corner of the Ninjago lineup
2021 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards
Theme Background
LEGO's Ninjago theme is a powerhouse in the LEGO lineup with serious collector following, and the Tournament of Elements is a 2021 release that lands in a great entry point into the Ninjago theme at $29.99. The $0.106 per piece is in line with Ninjago averages.
Within Ninjago, the Tournament of Elements sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Ninjago for investment or just collecting, the Tournament of Elements releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.
Why This Set Is Special
167% above retail. Now trading at $79.94, up 167% from $29.99 RRP — a 31% annualized return over 3.6 years since retirement.
Part-out value 2.1x retail — The individual parts are worth $64.26 on BrickLink — 2.1x the $29.99 retail price. Exceptional part-out value.
Frequently Asked Questions
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