The LEGO Zane's Ice Dragon Creature (71786) is a solid build with a good amount of detail, clocking in at 973 pieces. Released in 2023 as part of the Ninjago Core collection, it retails for $99.99. You get 5 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.103, which is solid for what you're getting.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Ninjago does best.
Key Features
973 pieces — A well-balanced build that hits the sweet spot
5 minifigures — Collectible characters from Ninjago
$0.103 per piece — Better value than the Ninjago average
Core subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
Released 2023 — Ninjago sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Zane's Ice Dragon Creature falls under the LEGO Ninjago theme, sitting in the Core subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2023 at $99.99, it sits in the accessible end of Ninjago. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.103, which is reasonable for what Ninjago typically runs.
The Core 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
Strong appreciation at +50%. Market value of $149.99 represents a 50% premium over its $99.99 retail price.
Strong part-out value at 1.6x — Parts are worth $163.30 vs $99.99 retail (1.6x ratio). Theme average is 2.0x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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