LEGO Reviews Ninjago71722

Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons

Name: LEGO Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons 71722
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 71722
Rating: 4.81 (173 reviews)

82 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A20201,171 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

173

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons earns a BrickScore of 81.7 and its Highly Recommended tier as the flagship playset of the Skull Dungeons wave, with owner ratings of 4.81 out of 5 from 173 buyers and a 99% recommendation rate confirming that both critics and real buyers agree this is exceptional value for a Ninjago set. The board game mechanics are the set's unique lever, though the unclear game instructions remain a consistent complaint."

Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons (71722) draws consistent praise from buyers as the standout playset of the Ninjago Skull Dungeons sub-theme, combining exceptional play features, rich detailing across both front and rear faces, and an integrated board game mechanic. Owner ratings are very high at 4.81 out of 5 across 173 ratings, with 99% of LEGO.com buyers recommending the set and a value-for-money score of 4.59 out of 5. The aspect consensus scores across minifigures (90), design aesthetics (88), display value (88), and playability (85) form one of the most balanced high-end profiles in the Ninjago theme.

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LOVED (7)

01Exceptional front-to-back detailing including a jail cell, spell room, and multiple hidden rooms at the rear
02Gear-driven play features that trigger multiple mechanisms simultaneously
03Board game integration that adds replay value beyond standard LEGO play
04Large physical footprint that surprises builders once assembled
05Strong minifigure selection including the Skull Sorcerer and multiple villain figures
06Rocky dungeon aesthetic with the large skull face as a centerpiece
07Connects with other sets in the Skull Dungeons series to form a larger game board

CRITICIZED (4)

01Board game instructions are difficult to find and poorly documented; the QR code did not work for some buyers at launch
02Minifigure selection has some redundancy when combining with companion sets, notably two Lloyds and no Kai
03Only one Awakened Warrior despite the show featuring thousands
04The 'Journey to the Skull Dungeons' expansion set feels like it was deliberately separated as a companion purchase

What reviewers are saying

"71722 Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons features some excellent details and definitely stands out within the Master of the Mountain range."

Brickset Reviews

"At only 8.5 cents per part, this set feels like a solid value."

The Brothers Brick

Ecosystem

7093 Skeleton Tower — NINJAGO has frequently taken inspiration from other LEGO ranges and 71722 Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons certainly resembles a fantasy castle, recalling 7093 Skeleton Tower from 2007. Positive association with classic LEGO Castle theme.

71721 Skull Sorcerer's Dragon — This structure connects to others from the Master of the Mountain subtheme, forming a larger environment. Features matching elements like skull torches and trans-bright green flames. Reviewer notes sets appear accordingly awkward when displayed together despite pleasing consistency in design. The Awakened Warrior minifigure only otherwise appears in 71721.

71717 Journey to the Skull Dungeons — An identical prisoner cage appears in 71717 Journey to the Skull Dungeons which demonstrates pleasing consistency. Reviewer suggests ramshackle steps could have matched 71717 style.

70620 NINJAGO City — The innovative trans-orange flame building technique reminds reviewer of several pillars in 70620 NINJAGO City. Reviewer hopes similar techniques will appear more frequently in future sets.

NinjagoTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 3

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"71722 Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons features some excellent details and definitely stands out within the Master of the Mountain range."

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Expert Video Source

"Advanced build with many small pieces and detailed elements. Includes multiple interconnected mechanisms (rotating spire/blades, elevator platforms, jail cell winch, entrance gate with gears). Went together fairly quickly despite complexity. Features 10 main bags plus additional small bags within each, with spare parts included in each sub-bag."

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BUY

"At only 8.5 cents per part, this set feels like a solid value."

Key Pros

✓solid 8.5 cent/part ratio
✓eight minifigures including one exclusive
✓wealth of hard to find and unique minifigures

Key Cons

✕set is called 'Skull Sorcerer's Dungeons' but lacks actual dungeon rooms
✕sticker sheet used instead of all printed parts

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: Skull Sorcerer minifigure (appears in only two sets), Princess Vania with new golden hair piece variant (only produced in black before now), and exclusive Awakened Warrior creature (only in this and 71721).

The Brothers Brick: Princess Vania exclusive minifigure with unique hairpiece and printing

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Set part of Master of the Mountain subtheme. Certain minifigures exclusive to this set. Connects to related sets in range but has unique elements.

The Brothers Brick: set exclusive minifigure (Princess Vania), rare parts only available in this or very few other sets, board game element exclusive to summer 2020 Ninjago line

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Reviewer notes the set will receive good discounts and considers it reasonably priced at retail. Comments from readers (TeriXeri: 'For me, this is the best set of 2020. And very reasonably priced and even gets good discounts') suggest positive secondary market performance anticipated.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (16)

Princess Vania

$37

Princess Vania

$18

Skull Sorcerer

$10

Zane Hero - Clip on Back

Cole Hero - Clip on Back

Skull Sorcerer

Awaken Warrior

Munce / Murt

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Golden hair piece (rubber component for Princess Vania)Value
This rubber component originated during 2017 but has only been produced in black, until now.
1x1 round plate with hollow stud
Securely attaches black hair piece on Murt minifigure.
Large shoulder armour component
Returns from the Hunted subtheme on Murt minifigure.
Trans-bright green flame elements
Contrast nicely against grey setting beside skull torches.
Trans-orange flame elements in 1x2x5 bricks
Innovative building technique fitting flames inside hollow bricks for lava effect. Resembles techniques in 70620 NINJAGO City. Reviewer hopes to see similar techniques more frequently.
Pearl gold 1x1 heart tiles
Can be detached or folded downwards to represent lives being lost during tabletop gameplay.