The LEGO Arin's Rising Dragon Strike (71803) is a neat little set, clocking in at 27 pieces. Released in 2024 as part of the Ninjago Rising Dragon Strike collection, it retails for $9.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.370. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
For the price point, the Arin's Rising Dragon Strike delivers a clean Ninjago build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
27 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Ninjago
$0.370 per piece — In line with Ninjago pricing
Rising Dragon Strike subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
From 2024 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2024 addition to Ninjago, part of the Rising Dragon Strike subcollection, the Arin's Rising Dragon Strike slots into the more affordable side of Ninjago. Ninjago is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $9.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.370 per piece reflects the specialized elements and licensing that come with Ninjago.
Collectors following Ninjago specifically should note the Rising Dragon Strike subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
250% above retail. Now trading at $34.96, up 250% from $9.99 RRP — a 184% annualized return over 1.2 years since retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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