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Set 71793 Heatwave Transforming Lava Dragon
Ninjago

Heatwave Transforming Lava Dragon

Set 71793 from the NINJAGO range builds a transforming lava dragon that switches between a dragon shape and another configuration. Its 479 pieces and five minifigures create an action-packed scene built around fire and lava. With 136 unique parts, the build stays compact but function-rich.

Set number
71793
Year
2023
Pieces
479
Minifigures
5
Theme
Ninjago
Different parts
136
What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 136

As BrickLink list (XML)

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Spare parts (12)

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

Minifigures 5

Alternative models

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

All 3 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

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Description

A transforming build concept

The name gives away the key feature: the lava dragon transforms from a dragon shape into a vehicle or alternative configuration, a trait common across NINJAGO sets. Transforming models like this need carefully engineered joints and moving sections that stay sturdy through repeated reconfiguration. Five minifigures is an unusually high figure count for the piece total, enough for ninja heroes plus one or more opponents, in keeping with the show's dramatic confrontations. At 479 pieces, there's room for the dragon plus accessories such as weapons or a base.

Fire and lava colours

Dark red and pearl gold create the set's signature lava and fire look, while black adds contrast on claws, armour or technical details. Reddish brown likely rounds out the palette with rock or stone textures fitting the lava theme. Pearl gold, a metallic tone, often signals particularly powerful opponents or gear in NINJAGO sets. The parts list on this page shows exactly how the 136 unique pieces split across these four colours, including the rarer pearl gold elements.

Built for fans of ninja action

71793 suits children and collectors who value functional models and a varied cast of characters. Five minifigures allow for more elaborate roleplay scenarios than smaller sets with just one or two figures. Since NINJAGO sets often build on each other's storylines, 71793 pairs well with other sets from the same wave. For parts hunting, the pearl gold and dark red elements are particularly worth noting, as they appear less often in standard sets than the usual base colours.

Weapons and accessories

Transforming models like this lava dragon usually come with matching NINJAGO accessories: weapons for the minifigures, small stands or tools that suit each configuration. With five minifigures and 479 pieces, there's enough room for this kind of gear without shortchanging the main build. For sets with several characters in particular, it's worth checking the parts list to see which weapons and small pieces belong to which figure. For collectors piecing together individual ninja characters, the breakdown on this page is a useful starting point.

FAQ

What can the lava dragon in this set do?
According to the set name, it transforms from a dragon shape into an alternative configuration, a typical NINJAGO feature.
How many minifigures are included?
Five minifigures come with 71793, an above-average count for the set's piece total.
Which colour is particularly rare in this set?
Pearl gold stands out as the metallic colour and appears less often than the other three shades.

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