The LEGO Batman: Rescue from Ra's al Ghul (76056) is a smaller set that's great for a quick session, clocking in at 257 pieces. Released in 2016 as part of the DC Comics Super Heroes Batman collection, it retails for $29.99. You get 4 minifigures in the box, which adds to the collectible appeal.
The price-per-piece works out to $0.117, which is solid for what you're getting.
It's a straightforward, well-designed set that does what DC Comics Super Heroes does best.
Key Features
257 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
4 minifigures — Collectible characters from DC Comics Super Heroes
$0.117 per piece — Better value than the DC Comics Super Heroes average
Batman subtheme — A popular subcategory within DC Comics Super Heroes
Released 2016 — DC Comics Super Heroes sets from this period are known for their build quality
Theme Background
The Batman: Rescue from Ra's al Ghul falls under the LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes theme, sitting in the Batman subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2016 at $29.99, it sits in the accessible end of DC Comics Super Heroes. Price-per-piece comes in at $0.117, which is reasonable for what DC Comics Super Heroes typically runs.
The Batman subcategory within DC Comics Super Heroes 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 DC Comics Super Heroes collection.
Why This Set Is Special
234% above retail. Now trading at $100.22, up 234% from $29.99 RRP — a 16% annualized return over 8.2 years since retirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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