How many pieces and minifigures does Source Dragon of Motion have?

Set 71822 contains 1,717 pieces and includes 6 minifigures.

Yes, built-in joints let the wings, neck, tail and head move.

Which Ninjago series is this set from?

It's part of the 2024 Ninjago Dragons Rising line.

Ninjago

Source Dragon of Motion

Source Dragon of Motion is a large, posable dragon build from the Ninjago Dragons Rising line, with articulated wings, neck and tail. Set 71822 packs in 1,717 pieces and 6 minifigures, making it one of the bigger dragon builds in the theme. Its red, dark red and black colour scheme gives the model a fierce, powerful look.

Set number: 71822
Year: 2024
Pieces: 1,717
Minifigures: 6
Theme: Ninjago
Different parts: 371

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 371

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 (38)

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

Minifigures 6

Wyldfyre, Shoulder Guard fig-0147825 pieces × 1
Kai, Red Robes, Shoulder Guard, Mask fig-0151526 pieces × 1
Arin, Bandana, Shoulder Armor fig-0151546 pieces × 1
Wolf Mask Warrior, Energy Claws fig-01516215 pieces × 1
Jordana, Pearl Titanium Armor fig-0151745 pieces × 1
Lord Ras, Pearl Titanium Armor fig-0151754 pieces × 1

Description

Built to move, not just stand

Unlike a static display model, this dragon relies on a series of joints: the wings unfold, the neck and tail swing, and the head can flex details such as teeth or horns. That focus on articulation is where the set's name comes from, with motion built into the design rather than added afterwards. The build leans on a mix of Technic and System pieces to balance flexibility with stability once everything is assembled. With 371 unique parts, there's plenty of shape variety behind that mechanism. Every brick and colour used is listed in the parts list on this page.

A red and black colour story

Red and dark red cover most of the body and wings, while black and Dark Bluish Gray add contrast at the claws, joints and internal structure. That palette is typical of fierce, fire-associated dragons in the Ninjago universe and gives the finished model strong shelf presence. Anyone building their own fantasy or dragon creations will find plenty of useful shapes here too, from scale-like pieces to claw and wing elements that work well outside the Ninjago theme.

Six minifigures built around the dragon

The six minifigures are clearly secondary to the dragon itself, coming with accessories suited to typical Ninjago action scenes such as weapons or small vehicle parts. Compared with some of the theme's other large sets, the figure count stays modest because the focus sits squarely on the creature rather than a wide cast. That makes it a good fit for builders who want one big, playable mechanism rather than a large minifigure collection to go with it.

Size and display space

At 1,717 pieces, this is a multi-session build, starting with the posable inner frame before the outer shell goes on. Once finished, the unfolded wings mean the dragon needs real space on a shelf or desk. That scale makes it a genuine centrepiece, equally suited to active play and to display once the building is done.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures does Source Dragon of Motion have?: Set 71822 contains 1,717 pieces and includes 6 minifigures.
Can the dragon move?: Yes, built-in joints let the wings, neck, tail and head move.
Which Ninjago series is this set from?: It's part of the 2024 Ninjago Dragons Rising line.