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The Nether Fortress

Name: LEGO The Nether Fortress 21122
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 21122
Rating: 4.64 (433 reviews)

67 · MIXED REVIEWSINVESTMENT GRADE: BB2015571 pcsHigh agreement · 98%

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LOVED (8)

01Outstanding minifigure selection including Steve in Diamond Armour, Alex, Zombie Pigman, Blaze, and Ghast
02Inclusion of many dark red bricks which are appealing
03Many new elements included
04Captures key features of the Nether including portal, lava, and natural resources
05Well-designed Ghast with poseable tentacles and expression-changing function
06Display-friendly: can be configured as extended or compact
07Includes alternate build instructions
08Minifigures and mob builds are very nicely made

CRITICIZED (8)

01Price is too high relative to piece count and set size
02Nether Fortress structure is simple (just bridge and tower) - more elaborate would have been preferable
03No Blaze spawner included (unlike Zombie spawner in 21119 The Dungeon)
04Standard treasure chest components look out of place in cubic Minecraft world
05Feels quite small in relation to the price
06Only eight tentacles on Ghast (should be nine, though not noticeable on display)
07Price of $79.99 is a deterrent for what is included
08Overpriced for 571 pieces

What reviewers are saying

"The most appealing aspect of the set for me is the inclusion of so many dark red bricks, although the Ghast and Zombie Pigman are excellent too."

Brickset Reviews

"The Nether Fortress is a fairly large structure that can easily be recognized by Minecraft veterans."

The Brick Fan

Ecosystem

21117 The Ender Dragon — Steve's armour design differs: this set has diamond helmet and breastplate only, while previous set had full armour including arms and legs.

21119 The Dungeon — The Dungeon included a Zombie spawner to increase play value; The Nether Fortress should have included a Blaze spawner for similar effect.

70172 Antimatter's Portal Hideout (Ultra Agents) — Shares the same 1x6x5 trans-purple panel used for Nether portal.

70172 (Ultra Agents AntiMatter's Portal Hideout) — Both sets feature the rare trans-purple window panel piece for portal elements

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Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

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BUY

"The most appealing aspect of the set for me is the inclusion of so many dark red bricks, although the Ghast and Zombie Pigman are excellent too."

Key Pros

✓Outstanding minifigure selection including Steve in Diamond Armour, Alex, Zombie Pigman, Blaze, and Ghast
✓Inclusion of many dark red bricks which are appealing
✓Many new elements included

Key Cons

✕Price is too high relative to piece count and set size
✕Nether Fortress structure is simple (just bridge and tower) - more elaborate would have been preferable

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"The Nether Fortress is a fairly large structure that can easily be recognized by Minecraft veterans."

Key Pros

✓Minifigures and mob builds are very nicely made
✓Best representations in the LEGO Minecraft line
✓Neat features and elements useful for other builds

Key Cons

✕Price of $79.99 is a deterrent for what is included
✕Overpriced for 571 pieces

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: Zombie Pigman - first appearance, exclusive to set, most detailed Minecraft minifigure with pearl gold sword cast for the first time.

The Brick Fan: Zombie Pigman—exclusive to this set with detailed design; creates high cost if collectors want multiples

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Wide retail release (August 1st, 2015 launch). Exclusive minifigures: Alex, Zombie Pigman, and diamond pickaxe.

The Brick Fan: Limited retail availability; Zombie Pigman minifigure is exclusive to this set

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (4)

Steve

$12

Alex

Zombie Pigman

Blaze - Plates Stand

Standout parts (per reviewers)

1x6x5 trans-purple panel (Nether portal)
Also found in 70172 Antimatter's Portal Hideout from Ultra Agents line. Represents portal to access Nether from Overworld.
Dark red bricks
The reviewer notes the most appealing aspect is the inclusion of so many dark red bricks, which represent Nether brick accurately.
Yellow hose nozzles
Used as part of Blaze's design along with Erling bricks to create the creature's complex blocky appearance.
Printed 2x4 tiles
Form the Ghast's face which looks very accurate. Alternate tiles are included to change expression.
Diamond pickaxe
Exclusive to this set and 21116 Crafting Box, carried by Steve minifigure.
Diamond swordValue
Carried by Alex minifigure and found in hidden chest.