Which Ninjago season does this set come from?

It belongs to the Crystalized season and features the Crystal King as the storyline's central antagonist.

What accessories come with the minifigures?

Sets of this size in the Ninjago range typically include weapons alongside the five minifigures, matching the season's combat-focused scenes.

How many unique parts does the set use?

It uses 187 unique parts across 722 pieces in total, balancing structural pieces with the crystal detailing that defines the look.

Ninjago

The Crystal King

The Crystal King brings the antagonist of the Crystalized season to life as a large build: 722 pieces form a crystal-covered creature or armoured figure in black and grey tones, joined by five minifigures for action scenes. With 187 unique parts, the emphasis sits firmly on structure rather than fine detail.

Set number: 71772
Year: 2022
Pieces: 722
Minifigures: 5
Theme: Ninjago
Different parts: 187

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 187

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 (7)

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

Minifigures 5

Vengestone Warrior fig-0127123 pieces × 1
Lloyd, Crystalized Robes fig-0127265 pieces × 1
Crystal King, Single Torso, Neck Brace fig-0127288 pieces × 1
Harumi, Dark Purple Arms fig-0127294 pieces × 1
Vengestone Guard fig-0127304 pieces × 1

Alternative models

Fan models by Rebrickable users that you can build (mostly) from this set’s parts. Instructions are available from the designers.

All 12 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

Five minifigures for conflict scenes

Five minifigures come with the set, enough to set up combat and confrontation scenes between the ninja and their opponents right after building. That figure count is higher than many Ninjago sets of similar size, which makes it worth a look for collectors after specific characters from the Crystalized storyline. Sets around this size typically include weapons and other accessories to match.

A black and gold crystal look

Black, dark and light bluish grey combine with pearl gold accents to build the distinctive crystal and shadow aesthetic of the Crystalized season. Faceted, angular pieces stand in for grown crystal formations, giving the model an irregular, jagged silhouette rather than the smooth lines of a typical Ninjago vehicle. The gold accents pick out specific pieces against the otherwise dark colour scheme. The uneven placement of the crystal spikes also means no section of the build looks quite like another.

What 187 unique parts build

At 722 pieces overall with 187 unique shapes, the set carries a moderate share of specialist pieces, enough for distinctive crystal spikes and joints without the structure feeling overloaded. The parts list on this page shows which pieces form the base structure and which are reserved for the crystal detailing that gives the model its character. Anyone already collecting other Crystalized sets should recognise the palette straight away. That mix of a handful of specialist shapes and many base bricks is typical of large-scale Ninjago creatures in this line.

Best suited to Crystalized season fans

With its dark colour scheme and five figures, the set suits fans who followed the Crystalized season and want to recreate its story on a shelf. Once built, the model works both as a display piece and as a base for further role play alongside other Ninjago sets. Its angular, crystalline build style sets it clearly apart from the more vehicle-based sets in the range. It also holds up as a standalone collectible even without the companion Crystalized sets nearby.

FAQ

Which Ninjago season does this set come from?: It belongs to the Crystalized season and features the Crystal King as the storyline's central antagonist.
What accessories come with the minifigures?: Sets of this size in the Ninjago range typically include weapons alongside the five minifigures, matching the season's combat-focused scenes.
How many unique parts does the set use?: It uses 187 unique parts across 722 pieces in total, balancing structural pieces with the crystal detailing that defines the look.