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"A solid Legacy rebuild that improves the original in articulation and display quality while accepting a reduction in scale, earning a BrickScore of 76.2 The Pure Spectral Overlord minifigure alone justifies attention from Ninjago collectors, and 3,237 owner ratings averaging 4.79 out of 5 confirm this is a genuinely satisfying dragon at its price point."
The Golden Dragon earns a BrickScore of 76.2 (Recommended) as a Legacy downsizing of the original 2013 set, with expert reviewers agreeing it is a worthy successor despite being 81 pieces smaller. Both Brickset and JANG praised the significantly improved articulation via Mixel ball joints, the outstanding Pure Spectral Overlord minifigure, and a lower price point that makes the reduced scale acceptable. Owners are broadly enthusiastic, with 3,237 ratings averaging 4.79 out of 5 and a 100% would-recommend rate, though the value-for-money signal on LEGO.com sits at a more measured 4.36 out of 5.
Where they split: Critics and owners split mildly on value. Expert reviewers flagged the small scale relative to the original and mediocre price-to-content as reasons for caution, recommending waiting for a sale. Owners averaging 4.79 out of 5 are more forgiving, though the 4.36 value-for-money score on LEGO.com shows some awareness of the limitation. Both expert reviewers ultimately landed at positive sentiments despite the reservations, keeping the disagreement within a narrow band.
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"For NINJAGO fans, this is a must own in this wave of ninja-nostalgia, especially at the incredibly fair asking price."
Brick Fanatics
"This design only contains 171 pieces which is considerably smaller than the previous 252-piece model. That may introduce certain issues so is disappointing, although its price has dropped to £17.99 or $19.99 and that see…"
Brickset Reviews"For NINJAGO fans, this is a must own in this wave of ninja-nostalgia, especially at the incredibly fair asking price."
"This design only contains 171 pieces which is considerably smaller than the previous 252-piece model. That may introduce certain issues so is disappointing, although its price has dropped to £17.99 or $19.99 and that seems reasonable."
Amazon4.8
Walmart4.5
LEGO.com4.6
