LEGO NINJAGO The Guardian Dragon Model Building Kit 71847

An amazing build

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely amazing set of Lego. Opened but unfinished as it's teamwork between my kids. Great size Lego and good detail to attention. Very sturdy colourful pieces. Clear instructions too and I have loved the teamwork used to finish the Lego model.

sk1288_3909

Great center piece

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely beautiful vibrate piece but id definitely say this is for a adult who collects legos because they is very limited movement to the dragon once built so not very good for a child to play with. Once built the dragon is very sturdy and solid expecially for its size as it is really big , the detail is fantastic but i was a little bit disappointed they isnt as much detail on the back of the dragon as they is on the front. It took afew good days and hours to build this as they is some small fiddly parts to it but the instructions are really easy to follow. Has a adult i did really enjoy building this and found it so therapeutic.

browneyes86_974

Such a cool Lego set, great quality and easy to fo

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Lego set the guardian dragon is so cool and my kids were so excited to receive it and build. I like the instruction booklet which clearly shows each step of building it and it’s easy to follow it. Each packet is with number so it’s easy to finish one part and then do another one. During the building children noticed 2 parts are missing and nowhere to be found in other packets too. It was opened as brand new Lego so I don’t think we lost it because we build in same place every day and did not move around. I like that almost all parts are moving (head, mouth is opening, can adjust the tail and move it any way, the claws and nails are also moving). There is a tree and Japanese style lamps on it and dragon can put his tail on this tree. My kids were very excited when they found out dragon can do it. The best part is the dragons wings and the way you need to build it so fun. I highly recommend this set, such a great idea for gift and for those who love dragon character.

irinaisnt_9558

Best Lego ever

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the best Lego i ever had! Its took me 6 h to do it but it worth all my time. It’s easy to assemble if you fallow each step properly and don’t miss any of it. It is little bit heavy and wide in the same time. It is a strong Lego but in the same time need to be careful as it will destroy and will be hard to put each piece back. It is fascinating me and is worth all the money. I’m happy to recommend it and definitely look forward for something similar. It has 1650 pieces I think but all the time I’ve spend it was a pleasure.

elenag111_7325

Lego the guardian dragon

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It looks impressive! I can't wait for the kids to find it as a Christmas present and for us to spend time as a family assembling this wonderful dragon figure! The assembly is very easy, step by step is described in the instructions. the size is impressive and quite large . SW blocks are for children over 14 years of age, so it's great that the age is described for safety reasons due to the small pieces of blocks. Amazing ! We love Lego !

emiliam49_8419

We love Lego 😍

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] “The Guardian Dragon” from the Ninjago series, recommended by 14+ people but for fans, is also feasible for a 10-year-old boy. Consisting of 1650 and a mini figure. The final result is very nice. As a gift it makes a great impression.

eminey89_2782

Live lego

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My son absolutely loves it the details are great the assembly was time consuming but loved building he lives lego and does them alot gunba look brilliant on his shelf

theresa1986_4284

Awesome Dragon

The best ninjago that I have ever bought.

Smudge1, 65 or over, Ripon, North Yorkshire,

Enjoyable,captivating and impressive build.

Firstly, this was an enjoyable set to build. While I’m not usually a fan of the Ninjago line of LEGO, nor do I really gravitate towards the more “figurine” or “display” models, I have to admit this was engaging to construct. It was satisfying to see it grow into its final, very substantial, size and was certainly a good mix of challenge and reward throughout the process. There were 11 numbered bags, with each one taking me between 6 minutes (bag 7) and 20 minutes (bag 11) to finish, with a total time of 2 ½ hours. This was an excellent pace at which to build, as no section felt boring or repetitive, nor did it feel like it was completed too quickly. At each step, the model also felt very secure, which was especially impressive by the end given the size and posture of the dragon. Throughout the build, there were lots of little details that really highlighted the beauty of the set: the cracks in the rockwork, the trickling waterfalls ((see images below)), and the way the claws posed to grip onto the mountain below, to name but a few examples. The wings were also a highlight – I was afraid it would be a fiddly step trying to join the fabric onto the plastic pieces, but it was a perfect fit and no trouble at all. There was only one stage where I felt the effects of fiddly-ness, whereby pins were inserted via the inner side of a closed shape ((see image below)). A bit of manipulation and all was well, but I imagine that anyone with larger fingers than I might struggle with this early step of the process. As per the standard of LEGO, the instructions were clear and accurate. Some sections required careful study to ensure the right pieces were used and put in the correct place, but this all added to the challenge. There was only one instance where it was a little difficult to follow, owing to the colours used in the booklet – the shade of dark brown made it hard to see that there was a hole in the required piece. However, given that there was only one type of brown brick available at this step, it was obvious which piece it was asking for. I would nonetheless suggest that better colouring is considered in future to prevent any confusion in sets that do have similar bricks of this colour. With regards to the pieces, I was pleased to see that they all arrived in the more eco-sustainable paper bags instead of the plastic ones. I was unfortunately missing one small part though, meaning that I couldn’t attach the dragon’s right thumb/claw. Having been used to this newer style of bag, and knowing their tendency to trap pieces in the corners, I thoroughly searched the bags for the part but to no avail. I checked later bags too, in case it had been packaged into the wrong one, but still no luck. After searching the table, floor and even around the current build, I was forced to conclude it was missing. (I am sure that I can find a suitable replacement part easily enough though) A few other pieces in the set were stickered which, while neat and fitting with the design, I feel could’ve been printed parts to add to the grandeur. This is a very minor quibble though. The overall design of the model was very good: beautiful rockwork and water features, supporting a dynamic dragon, with imposing wings, posable arms, neck and tail, and a magnificent size – perfect for a display piece. If anything, the head was just a bit on the small side for me, but this is personal taste and I’m sure to others it would be fine. The accompanying poster in the box was a welcome addition and helped make the set feel a bit more special. The age range of 14+ feels accurate. As said, each step of the build was challenging but not difficult or frustrating, and a builder of that age range would certainly feel a sense of accomplishment as they work their way through this set. Some very clever construction methods were used, which are sure to keep most builders engaged with the model. It was clear when they had been done correctly as the stability of everything increased, and any “bare bones” were covered up neatly. In conclusion, a very enjoyable, captivating, and impressive building process, with a final model that is equal on all accounts. Beautiful and striking in size and design. Definitely recommended for those who are a fan of Ninjago or dragons in general, but who are looking for a moderately challenging build, and more of a display piece over a toy to play with.

I Manning, 55 - 64

Another great build from Lego

Amazing quality build as expected from Lego, the age range is definitely correct as it’s fiddly and delicate in some parts. It was built as soon as we received it and is now pride of place on a shelf.

Ashlaura, 25 - 34, Essex