Does set 72038 include standard LEGO minifigures?

No, it uses the larger, sculpted character figures typical of LEGO Super Mario rather than classic minifigures, in this case Wario and King Boo.

What colours define the set?

Light Bluish Gray and White form the technical base, while Blue and Dark Pink provide the colour accents on the two karts.

How many pieces and elements does the set have?

Set 72038 is made up of 512 pieces using 227 different elements.

Super Mario

LEGO® Mario Kart – Wario & King Boo

Set 72038 brings the Mario Kart rivalry between Wario and King Boo into LEGO Super Mario's brick-built world. With 512 pieces and an unusually high 227 different elements, both racers and their karts are covered, without a single classic minifigure in sight.

Set number: 72038
Year: 2025
Pieces: 512
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Super Mario
Different parts: 227

What can I build with it?

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Parts list 227

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Description

Two rivals from Mario Kart

Set 72038 centres on Wario and King Boo, two of the more recognisable characters from the Mario Kart games, each paired with their own kart. Rather than classic minifigures, LEGO Super Mario uses larger, sculpted figures that echo the proportions of the video-game characters. At 512 pieces, the set has enough scope to render both vehicles convincingly, right down to wheels, spoilers and kart-specific detailing. Without minifigures in the mix, both characters read as standalone collectible figures that slot easily alongside existing LEGO Super Mario sets.

Cool tones for track and cars

Light Bluish Gray and White form the technical base of the karts, while Blue and Dark Pink supply the colour accents that nod to King Boo's ghostly look and Wario's bold brand colours. This mix of neutral and punchy tones makes the two vehicles easy to tell apart at a glance, even standing side by side or displayed alongside other Mario Kart sets. For a racing-themed set, the palette is noticeably more restrained than many colourful Mario sets, which puts the focus on the characters rather than the vehicles.

227 elements in a compact build

One detail stands out: against 512 total pieces, the set uses 227 different elements, a high ratio for its size that points to plenty of small, specific details on the karts and figures. The parts list on this page breaks down every element by colour, so you can search for a specific piece, whether you're combining the set with other Mario Kart builds or replacing a lost part. In practice, that high element count also means fresh shapes keep appearing throughout the build instead of the same standard bricks repeating.

Built for Mario Kart and LEGO fans alike

This set suits anyone who remembers the Wario-versus-King-Boo rivalry from the games and wants to recreate it as a build, as well as collectors of the LEGO Super Mario range. Because it uses the series' signature character figures rather than minifigures, it slots naturally alongside other sets in the line. Displayed on their own, the two karts also work well as a small racing scene on a shelf. Anyone collecting multiple character sets from the range can use this one to add two rivals who regularly face off in the games themselves.

FAQ

Does set 72038 include standard LEGO minifigures?: No, it uses the larger, sculpted character figures typical of LEGO Super Mario rather than classic minifigures, in this case Wario and King Boo.
What colours define the set?: Light Bluish Gray and White form the technical base, while Blue and Dark Pink provide the colour accents on the two karts.
How many pieces and elements does the set have?: Set 72038 is made up of 512 pieces using 227 different elements.

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