Battle-Ready Batman and MetalBeard

"A minifigure-first set with an outstanding BrickScore of 73.5 — the post-apocalyptic Batman and crab-mech MetalBeard are among the most characterful figures in The LEGO Movie 2 wave, making this a must-grab for fans of either character, even if the supporting builds are merely serviceable."

Battle-Ready Batman and MetalBeard (70836) earns a solid BrickScore of 73.5, driven primarily by its exceptional minifigures. Reviewers across the board celebrate the post-apocalyptic Batman — with his rubber shoulder armour, tattered cape, and finely printed torso — and the crab-mech MetalBeard as two standout character builds that could each anchor their own set. The builds themselves (Batman's throne and MetalBeard's crab form) are seen as fun but modest, and value is rated decent-to-fair for a ~$20 set rather than outstanding.

Where they split: Most reviewers agree the minifigures are the star attraction; the split is on value. Several buyer reviewers rate value highly at the $20 price point, while the two expert reviewers (Brickset and Brick Fanatics) are more measured — one recommends buying, the other says wait for a sale. MetalBeard also divides opinion slightly: some love the crab redesign while one reviewer feels the original 70807 MetalBeard remains superior.