Coming in at 198 pieces, the Imperium Dragon Hunter Hound (71790) is a smaller set that's great for a quick session from the Ninjago lineup. It debuted in 2023 at $19.99. You get 3 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.101, which is solid for what you're getting.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what Ninjago does best.
Key Features
198 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
$0.101 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
Dragons Rising Season 1 collection — Sought-after corner of the Ninjago lineup
Released 2023 — Ninjago sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Imperium Dragon Hunter Hound falls under the LEGO Ninjago theme, sitting in the Dragons Rising Season 1 subtheme — one of LEGO's most established and popular product lines. Launched in 2023 at $19.99, it sits in the accessible end of Ninjago. The $0.101 per piece is in line with Ninjago averages.
The Dragons Rising Season 1 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
150% above retail. Now trading at $49.95, up 150% from $19.99 RRP — a 115% annualized return over 1.2 years since retirement.
Strong part-out value at 1.9x — Parts are worth $37.36 vs $19.99 retail (1.9x ratio). Theme average is 2.0x.
Frequently Asked Questions
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