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Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix

Name: LEGO Voldemort, Nagini & Bellatrix 40496
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 40496

77 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB2021344 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

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Recommended

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Synthesized Verdict

"The 40496 Voldemort, Nagini and Bellatrix is a satisfying Recommended BrickHeadz set for Harry Potter fans, anchored by Bellatrix's unusually elaborate hair construction, though builders should be prepared for confusing dark-brown-on-dark-brown instruction steps in that section."

The 40496 Voldemort, Nagini and Bellatrix BrickHeadz set earns a Recommended rating as an appealing villain-focused companion to the Harry Potter BrickHeadz line. Owner enthusiasm is high, with a 4.62 out of 5 average across 317 ratings and 100% of LEGO.com reviewers who answered the recommendation question saying they would recommend it. The standout praise goes to Bellatrix's elaborate hair construction, while the most consistent criticism is also about Bellatrix: the dark-brown-on-dark-brown instructions make her hair section genuinely difficult to follow.

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LOVED (6)

01Bellatrix Lestrange's intricate curly hair built from round 2x2 plates, a notable construction highlight
02Nagini's inclusion as a distinct small-scale build alongside the two human figures
03Three villain characters completing a dark-side display set at an affordable price point

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CRITICIZED (4)

01Bellatrix's dark brown hair section uses dark brown pieces against a dark background in the instructions, making steps very difficult to read
02One reviewer reported a specific instruction step appeared incorrect, forcing improvisation
03Voldemort and Nagini feel relatively simple and plain compared to Bellatrix

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Build Facts what critics report

🧩 Difficulty

advanced

🎯 Audience

collectors

In Their Words most-used terms across every critic review

brickheadzbellatrixvoldemortnaginihaircharactersplatesfiguresbrowncomparedgoodtechniquescharacterdesignharrypotterbuildingappearancepartsthreefeaturesuniquecreativeroundinsteaddetailformatother

What reviewers are saying

"I'm surprised we haven't seen a BrickHeadz set featuring he who shall not be named before now."

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"If they are your thing, and particularly if Harry Potter is your thing, I highly recommend it."

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Ecosystem

40495 79 — Set 40496 features all-new characters while 40495 reimagines previously released characters; both offer different approaches to expanding the Wizarding World BrickHeadz line.

Other BrickHeadz sets — Bellatrix represents the most complex and detailed BrickHeadz build yet, showcasing how the line has evolved with more sophisticated building techniques and character designs.

40495 (Harry, Hermione, Ron and Hagrid BrickHeadz) 79 — Complements the companion set; these figures are the villainous counterpart to the heroes in 40495

Collectible minifigure versions of these characters — Voldemort and Bellatrix stand better as BrickHeadz than their minifigure counterparts; Nagini is less charitably received as it is essentially a recoloured snake mould

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"I'm surprised we haven't seen a BrickHeadz set featuring he who shall not be named before now."

Key Pros

✓First-time BrickHeadz appearances for Voldemort and Bellatrix
✓Nagini features totally unique creature build that is creative and different for BrickHeadz line while staying true to design aesthetics
✓Bellatrix has outstanding wild beehive hairstyle made from 2×2 round plates, representing one of the best BrickHeadz builds yet

Key Cons

✕Voldemort is relatively mundane compared to other characters in the set

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"If they are your thing, and particularly if Harry Potter is your thing, I highly recommend it."

Key Pros

✓Characters are instantly recognisable and capture the essence of the source material
✓Voldemort and Bellatrix stand well on their own compared to minifigure versions
✓Good selection of figures from Harry Potter universe

Key Cons

✕Instruction readability issues, particularly for Bellatrix's hair with the dark brown 2×2 round plates; unclear which plates have studs behind or between them
✕Nagini was less charitably received in comparison to collectible minifigure version (essentially a recoloured snake mould)

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

2×2 round plates for Bellatrix's hair
Mass of these elements combined to craft messy beehive hairstyle; all connected surprisingly securely; key to one of the best BrickHeadz builds yet
Cheese slope elements (inverted)
Used for Bellatrix's bosom area connected with Technic axle piece; represents detailed building technique instead of simple print
Technic axle pieces
Used in Nagini's build to connect core body to head and curved sections; used in Bellatrix for bosom area connection
Curved sections for Nagini's body
Connected to central core to achieve winding tail-like body of snake form
Printed brick for Voldemort's tunic
Used to craft detail on dark green robes
2×2 round plates
Set contains 43 of these elements cascading down Bellatrix's face and head, described as a huge number for any single element in any set except Technic pins