LEGO Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine (76998)

LEGO Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine set 76998
Theme
Sonic the Hedgehog
Subtheme
Classic Games
Pieces
325
Minifigures
3
Retail Price
$34.99
Released
2024
Retirement Date
2025-12-31
Status
Retired
Market Value
$41.30
1-Year Forecast
$42.93
5-Year Forecast
$49.38

About This Set

Coming in at 325 pieces, the Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine (76998) is a fun, focused build from the Sonic the Hedgehog lineup. It debuted in 2024 at $34.99. It comes packed with 3 minifigs — always a nice bonus for collectors.

At $0.108 per piece, the value here is reasonable — right in line with what you'd expect from Sonic the Hedgehog.

The Sonic the Hedgehog license gives the Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine a built-in audience — something that often shows up in aftermarket pricing once production stops.

Key Features

  • 325 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
  • 3 minifigures — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
  • $0.108 per piece — Strong price-per-piece for this theme
  • Classic Games collection — Sought-after corner of the Sonic the Hedgehog lineup
  • 2024 release — Part of LEGO's modern era with strong design standards

Theme Background

LEGO's Sonic the Hedgehog theme is a theme with its own loyal following, and the Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine is a 2024 release that lands in a great entry point into the Sonic the Hedgehog theme at $34.99. The $0.108 per piece is in line with Sonic the Hedgehog averages.

Within Sonic the Hedgehog, the Classic Games sets have carved out their own niche. If you're tracking Sonic the Hedgehog for investment or just collecting, the Classic Games releases are usually among the more interesting ones to watch.

Why This Set Is Special

Strong part-out value at 1.9x. Parts are worth $67.81 vs $34.99 retail (1.9x ratio). Theme average is 1.8x.

Frequently Asked Questions

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