Master Wu

"Master Wu BrickHeadz earns a BrickScore of 62.5 — a passable but polarizing collectible that NINJAGO fans will appreciate for its charming beard and hat details, while casual buyers may balk at the steep price-per-piece for such a fast, small build."

Master Wu (41488) is a decent but unspectacular entry in the BrickHeadz line, earning a BrickScore of 62.5. Reviewers agree it captures the character well — the flowing beard, conical hat, and printed robe details are charming — but its low piece count (89) makes it one of the smallest and quickest BrickHeadz builds, and value for money is a recurring concern. It works best as a display piece alongside other NINJAGO or BrickHeadz sets, with limited appeal beyond dedicated fans of the theme.

Where they split: Buyer reviews on LEGO.com are almost uniformly enthusiastic (mostly 80–100), praising display appeal and fun build. Expert reviewers (Brick Fanatics, Brickset) are more measured, flagging design weaknesses like the awkward ears, missing eyebrow printing, and poor value versus other BrickHeadz. The split is less about the character's likeness — both camps agree it looks like Wu — and more about whether the execution and price justify the purchase.