Welcome to The Brick Stand’s weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. This week, we are excited to revisit the dynamic world of Ninjago with the retired set, Jay’s Elemental Dragon (Product Number: 70602). Released as part of the Ninjago theme, this set was retired on June 16, 2017, providing collectors and fans with a captivating building experience before its departure from the shelves. Let’s dive into the details of this beloved set and rediscover the magic it brought to LEGO enthusiasts.
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Jay’s Elemental Dragon, part of the Ninjago theme, is an impressive set with 4124 pieces. It includes 2 minifigures: Jay and Cyren, as well as Monkey Wretch. The set features Jay’s fully posable Elemental Dragon with a ball-joint system for maximum posability, spring-loaded shooters, and detailed Ninja elements. Additionally, the set includes a pirate flyer with adjustable wings and an adjustable flag, along with various weapons and accessory elements. Designed for children to recreate and role-play epic scenes from the NINJAGO: Masters of Spinjitzu TV show, Jay’s Elemental Dragon measures over 4” (11cm) high, 12” (31cm) long, and 11” (30cm) wide, while the pirate flyer measures over 4” (11cm) high, 3” (8cm) long, and 3” (9cm) wide. This set was initially available in 2016 and was priced at £24.99 / 34.99 € / $29.99 US / $39.99 CAD.
Legacy Delight
The Jay’s Elemental Dragon set from the Ninjago theme was released in the LEGO history during the Skybound series. It garnered attention for being a mid-sized dragon at a reasonable price point, featuring striking blue and gold details. The set received praise for its playability and value for money, with particular attention to the intricate design of the dragon and the inclusion of unique minifigures. The dragon was noted for its trans-blue wings and the use of Metalbeard’s beard piece in dark blue. While the dragon’s head and tail received some criticism, it was generally well received for its visual appeal. Despite the set no longer being in production, it continues to hold a favorable standing among Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs), with some enthusiasts recommending it for purchase if found at an affordable price.
Builder Buzz
The reviews for Jay’s Elemental Dragon were mostly positive, with some constructive criticism. Hylocera, in the “Where’s the Tail?” review, mentioned that “the dragon’s tail is way too small.” They also expressed some concerns about the build, particularly regarding the instructions, parts, and issues with the dragon’s design, but still acknowledged that “the finished dragon + plane thing…look quite good.” Faefrost, in the review “A nice mid sized Ninjago Dragon at a good price point,” noted that “It’s a great set at a great value point” and mentioned that “It’s a fun set [that] a kid will swoosh around and have a blast with.” Lastly, digi_raptor described the dragon as “the only thing I don’t like is the random white protruding pieces coming from the dragon’s head in the set” but also praised the dragon as “one of the best Jay dragons” and recommended getting it if it can be found at a good price. These reviews highlight the set’s playability, value for money, and positive building experience.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Jay’s Elemental Dragon Reviews
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