How many pieces and minifigures does The Council of Elrond 79006 have?

The set contains 243 pieces across 83 distinct part types, plus 4 minifigures.

Which scene does the set recreate?

It depicts the council gathering in Rivendell, where the free peoples of Middle-earth debate what to do with the One Ring.

Does it fit with other LOTR sets?

Yes, it pairs well with other Rivendell scenes and early Shire-based sets from the same range.

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LEGO® The Council of Elrond

The Council of Elrond 79006 recreates a pivotal Lord of the Rings scene: the gathering in Rivendell where the fate of the One Ring is decided. With 243 pieces and 4 minifigures, it is one of the more story-focused sets from the 2013 range. This page lists every part in the set along with its main colours.

Set number: 79006
Year: 2013
Pieces: 243
Minifigures: 4
Theme: The Lord of the Rings
Different parts: 83

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 83

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 (10)

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

Minifigures 4

Gimli fig-0051925 pieces × 1
Frodo Baggins - Reddish Brown Torso fig-0052464 pieces × 1
Elrond - Dark Red Cape fig-0052475 pieces × 1
Arwen fig-0052484 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 2 ideas at Rebrickable ↗

What can I build with it?

Description

A scene rather than a structure

Unlike the range's larger architectural sets, 79006 focuses on a single, dialogue-heavy moment: the council gathering in Rivendell with its stone seating circle. At 243 pieces the model stays compact, putting the emphasis firmly on the figures and the storytelling setting rather than on a large building. For fans wanting to recreate specific film moments, that is an unusual but fitting approach. The stone seating circle itself becomes a central building element of the scene, not just a backdrop for the figures.

Four minifigures from Rivendell

With 4 minifigures, the set is one of the more figure-rich small LOTR releases: the council scene relies on the different representatives of Middle-earth's free peoples included here. Each figure comes with its own accessories that underline its role in the gathering. Exactly which parts belong to which figure is set out in detail in the parts list on this page. That gear also makes each figure a worthwhile addition to a collection outside the council scene itself.

Rivendell's colour palette

Tan, reddish brown, light bluish grey and white define the build, reflecting the bright elvish stonework of Rivendell as seen throughout the films. The 83 distinct parts cover both structural elements and several smaller props tied to the scene. The exact colour breakdown is listed alongside every individual part on this page. That bright palette stands in deliberate contrast to darker locations such as Mordor found elsewhere in the range.

A set for LOTR collectors

As a compact scene set, 79006 pairs well with larger Rivendell or Bag End sets without taking up much shelf space of its own. The 83 distinct parts are also useful for borrowing small stone architecture elements for other fantasy builds. For fans wanting to build the Ring's story from the beginning, this set is a natural starting point ahead of the range's larger battle and location sets. The council scene also works well as a standalone diorama for a display shelf, with no extra accessories needed.

FAQ

How many pieces and minifigures does The Council of Elrond 79006 have?: The set contains 243 pieces across 83 distinct part types, plus 4 minifigures.
Which scene does the set recreate?: It depicts the council gathering in Rivendell, where the free peoples of Middle-earth debate what to do with the One Ring.
Does it fit with other LOTR sets?: Yes, it pairs well with other Rivendell scenes and early Shire-based sets from the same range.

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