Welcome to this week’s spotlight on a retired LEGO set. This week, we turn our attention to the exciting world of Ninjago with the retired set, Attack of the Morro Dragon (Product Number: 70736). Released as part of the Ninjago theme, this set took fans on an epic adventure filled with action and thrills. The set officially retired on December 26, 2016, making it a sought-after collector’s item for fans of the Ninjago series. Let’s take a closer look at what made this set a hit among LEGO enthusiasts.
Unleash Your Inner Ninja: A Closer Look at a Legendary LEGO Set
The “Attack of the Morro Dragon” set from the Ninjago theme was released in 2015 and boasts an impressive piece count of 4124. This set includes 6 minifigures with assorted weapon and accessory elements: Kai, Jay, Evil Green Ninja, Chain Master Wrayth, Ghost Warrior Cowler, and Ghost Warrior Yokai. The Morro Dragon features a saddle with steering Ghost chain, posable head with opening jaws, huge posable fabric wings, posable legs and tail, and sharp talons. The Tomb of the First Spinjitzu Master is also included, featuring a grand entrance, the Realm Crystal element, 2 Aeroblades, 2 Katanas, and weapon storage with assorted elements. Additionally, the set includes 2 Ninja jet boards with adjustable wings and Ninja sword details, as well as 2 Skreemers (attachable to minifigures) with various elements. The Morro Dragon measures over 5” (15cm) high, 20” (53cm) long, and 10” (27cm) wide, while the Tomb of the First Spinjitzu Master measures over 3” (9cm) high, 7” (18cm) wide, and 3” (9cm) deep. This set offers fans the opportunity to recreate favorite scenes from the NINJAGO: Masters of Spinjitzu TV show and was priced at £59.99 / 69.99 € / $69.99 US / $89.99 CAD upon its initial release.
Legendary Impact
The Attack of the Morro Dragon set holds an important place in LEGO history as a part of the Ninjago theme. It is known for being one of the best dragon builds from LEGO, featuring unique sand green parts, glow-in-the-dark elements, and a demonic dragon design that resonated with fans. Upon its release, the set received positive feedback for its impressive build and detailed minifigures. It has since garnered a standing among Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) as one of the standout sets in the Ninjago theme, admired for its design and playability. The set has been praised for its intricate details and is considered a must-have for collectors and fans of dragon-themed builds.
Fan Buzz: Retired Ninjago Set
The retired LEGO set “Attack of the Morro Dragon” from the Ninjago theme garnered positive reviews and reactions from fans and reviewers alike. One review by wkliang79 praised, “The completed Morro Dragon is just filled with awesomeness. It’s going be one of the main highlight for any Lego displays.” The review also hailed the demonic appearance of the dragon and highlighted the unique parts, particularly the sand green pieces and the longevity of the dragon’s fabric wings. Another review by vikings expressed, “The set is good for all ages depending on how good you are. If you are just a beginner or young I do not recommend this for you otherwise it is good for everyone else. Overall opinion for this set is a 5-star rating.” The attention to detail in the dragon and the inclusion of unique ghostly minifigures were especially praised in the reviews.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: Attack of the Morro Dragon Reviews
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In this week’s spotlight, we took a trip down memory lane with the retired LEGO set, Attack of the Morro Dragon. This set, numbered 70736, was part of the Ninjago theme and retired on November 27, 2016, and December 26, 2016. Join us again next week as we explore another exciting retired set from the LEGO universe. Be sure to check back for more nostalgic highlights from The Brick Stand’s weekly series on retired LEGO sets.
