LEGO® Skrall

Description

What you get in the box

This is one of the compact Bionicle figures, with 50 pieces and 25 different part shapes. Almost nothing repeats, so the short build still feels varied. There are no minifigures, only the ball joints, connector pins and armour pieces that the range is known for. The main colours are black, red, pearl light grey and blue, which give the figure a dark, metallic look with a few bright accents that stand out on a shelf. It is a neat, quick build that suits beginners to the theme as well as collectors.

The story behind the figure

In the Bionicle story the Skrall are the fighting rivals of the Glatorian on the desert world of Bara Magna. That background makes the model a good fit for anyone collecting the 2009 wave and wanting an antagonist to stand opposite the heroes. Even at this size it carries the weapon and armoured look you would expect from a warrior, so it reads clearly as a character rather than a generic robot. Fans of the Glatorian story will recognise the style at once.

Poseable rather than static

Because the limbs turn on ball joints, the figure can be set into a range of stances, from a ready-to-fight crouch to a more relaxed display pose. That suits both play and shelf use. If you own other figures from the same period, you can line them up for duels or small scenes without rebuilding anything, and children will find the short build easy to repeat whenever a limb comes loose. The joints are sturdy enough for regular handling, so the figure keeps its shape even after plenty of posing.

Check the parts and plan ahead

The parts list on this page shows every element with its colour and quantity, which is handy for finding replacements or sorting a mixed collection. You can also use the “What can I build?” tool to see whether the pieces you already own would be enough for other sets. With only 25 different parts, it is quick to check whether spares could be reused in other models. That makes the figure a handy source of small pieces for custom creations as well.

FAQ

How many pieces are in Skrall 8978?

There are 50 pieces in total, of which 25 are different part shapes. No minifigures are included.

When was this set released?

It came out in 2009 as part of the Bionicle theme, in the Glatorian wave.

Is the figure suitable for display?

Yes. The ball joints let you pose it, and the dark colours with red and blue accents look good on a shelf.