What does this set represent?

It recreates the Thwomp, a classic enemy from the Mario video games, as a movable obstacle module.

How many pieces does the set have?

The set includes 393 pieces across 159 distinct part types.

Super Mario

Thwomp Drop Expansion Set

The Thwomp Drop Expansion Set 71376 adds one of the most recognisable Super Mario enemies, the Thwomp, to LEGO®'s Super Mario range. Built from 393 pieces in grey and red tones, it is designed as an add-on obstacle for an existing Super Mario course.

Set number: 71376
Year: 2020
Pieces: 393
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Super Mario
Different parts: 159

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 159

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Description

Recreating a classic Mario enemy

The Thwomp is one of the best-known enemies from the Mario games, slamming down from above whenever a character gets too close. The LEGO version mimics that behaviour mechanically: a movable stone block can be released by hand to block the path until it is lifted back up. The 159 distinct part types cover both the mechanism and the rocky detailing around it, giving the build a bit more engineering than its compact 393-piece count might suggest.

An expansion, not a starter set

As the name suggests, this is an expansion set and does not include the interactive LEGO Mario figure, which is sold separately as part of a starter set. There are accordingly no minifigures either; the build is entirely focused on the obstacle itself. The colour scheme relies on light bluish grey and dark bluish grey for the stone block, with red and black used for accents and mechanism parts, matching the darker, industrial look of classic Thwomp sections in the games.

Adding it to an existing course

The module is built to attach to existing Super Mario course pieces, adding a fresh obstacle and raising the difficulty of a self-built level. That makes it most useful for anyone who already owns a starter set and wants to extend their course with a new challenge. The parts list on this page breaks down exactly which colours and shapes make up the Thwomp, handy for tracking down a specific spare piece.

Its roots in the video games

In the video games, the Thwomp has appeared as a recurring obstacle since the early 1990s, showing up across numerous Mario titles as one of the series' most instantly recognisable hazards. The LEGO version translates that video-game mechanic into a physical, hand-operated build rather than a purely decorative model. That makes the set especially appealing to anyone who values playable mechanics as much as collecting. Combining several expansion sets makes it possible to build up a varied, custom obstacle course over time.

FAQ

Does this set include the LEGO Mario figure?: No, the Thwomp Drop set is a pure expansion set and does not include the interactive LEGO Mario figure, which only comes with starter sets.
What does this set represent?: It recreates the Thwomp, a classic enemy from the Mario video games, as a movable obstacle module.
How many pieces does the set have?: The set includes 393 pieces across 159 distinct part types.

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