Who is the Monkey King in this set?

The figure is based on Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from the Chinese classic Journey to the West, one of the most recognisable characters in Chinese mythology.

How many pieces does the set have?

40381 has 175 pieces in total, including 57 unique parts.

Is this set meant for play or display?

Like other Brickheadz sets, it is designed primarily as a collectible display figure rather than for active play.

Brickheadz

Monkey King

Monkey King (40381) is a 2020 LEGO Brickheadz set based on Sun Wukong, the central figure of the Chinese classic Journey to the West. It has 175 pieces and 57 unique parts, built almost entirely in warm orange and brown tones.

Set number: 40381
Year: 2020
Pieces: 175
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Brickheadz
Different parts: 57

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 57

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (9)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

A mythological figure in Brickheadz form

Sun Wukong, known in English as the Monkey King, is one of the best-known characters in Chinese literature and has appeared in countless films, series and games since. LEGO renders him here in the standard Brickheadz style, with an oversized head, a compact body and a handful of striking details such as a crown, fur texture and his signature staff. At 175 pieces, the set is larger than most standard Brickheadz figures, which leaves room for extras like separate legs and a more elaborate head build. For fans of the character, it counts among the more detailed entries in the range.

A warmer palette than most Brickheadz

The colour scheme of dark orange, red, bright light orange and tan follows the character's fur and clothing, giving the set a warmer, more unified look than many Brickheadz figures built around high-contrast colour blocks. That restraint suits the earthier, mythological feel of the character rather than the punchier comic-book look of many licensed Brickheadz. Anyone building a shelf of figures in different colour families will find this one a useful counterpoint to brighter, more saturated characters from other licences.

A collector's build, not a play set

As with most Brickheadz, the build itself is short and relaxed, aimed more at collectors and older fans than young first-time builders. Most of the 57 unique parts are shaped specifically for this character's look, covering details like fur texture, facial features and accessories, rather than being generic pieces suited to other builds. Once finished, the figure works best as a display piece on a shelf alongside other Brickheadz characters from films or mythology, rather than as something built for active play with a story and minifigures.

Every part listed

For anyone wanting to identify a specific element of 40381 or replace a missing piece, this page's parts list covers all 57 unique parts and their colours. That is particularly useful for a display figure, since a missing detail such as a fur piece or accessory stands out visually far more than it would in a busy play set. The list also gives a useful preview of the parts and colours involved before buying.

FAQ

Who is the Monkey King in this set?: The figure is based on Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from the Chinese classic Journey to the West, one of the most recognisable characters in Chinese mythology.
How many pieces does the set have?: 40381 has 175 pieces in total, including 57 unique parts.
Is this set meant for play or display?: Like other Brickheadz sets, it is designed primarily as a collectible display figure rather than for active play.