LEGO Reviews Ninjago71742

Overlord Dragon

Name: LEGO Overlord Dragon 71742
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 71742
Rating: 4.8 (2483 reviews)

74 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB2021372 pcsHigh agreement · 96%

Expert reviews

2analyzed

Owner ratings

2.5K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Overlord Dragon earns its BrickScore of 74.1 through a combination of a standout molded head, satisfying articulation, and two thematically paired minifigures at a $29.99 price point that 98% of buyers recommended, making it one of the better-regarded mid-price Ninjago dragon builds."

The LEGO Ninjago Legacy Overlord Dragon (71742) earns a Recommended verdict with a BrickScore of 74.1, supported by exceptionally strong owner consensus: a 4.80 average across 2,483 ratings, 98% would-recommend, and value-for-money and play-experience scores both above 4.5 out of 5. Expert-level structured review data is limited, but the volume and consistency of owner accounts, which range from casual family purchases to dedicated Ninjago fans, paint a clear picture of a set that delivers on its promises at $29.99.

Where to Buy

No retailer offers available right now.

Max Profit Opinion PREMIUM

Is this a smart buy? BrickPicker's data-grounded investment verdict.

Unlock the Max Profit Opinion: our stance (buy / accumulate / hold / pass), the reasoning, the exact data behind it (eBay + BrickLink comps, CAGR vs MSRP, our retirement model), and whether the reviewer community agrees.

Unlock with Collector or Reseller

LOVED (7)

01Highly detailed molded dragon head that reviewers and owners consistently call the standout element
02Articulated moving parts: jaw, claws, and neck all poseable
03Sturdy construction that holds up to active daily play from young children
04Impressive size for the price, consistently described as larger than expected
05Overlord minifigure with spectral smoky base is considered well-designed and exclusive
06Golden Lloyd minifigure that creates an immediately recognizable battle pairing
07Accessible build time of roughly one hour for ages 8 and up

CRITICIZED (4)

01Dragon has difficulty standing upright without support, noted by multiple owners
02Fan-shaped wing and tail design is divisive, with at least one owner calling the design choice questionable
03Not 100% accurate to the animated series design, which matters to dedicated Ninjago fans
04Some small pieces require adult assistance for younger builders during rigging steps

What reviewers are saying

"this is all you get the dragon minifig form of Overlord and golden ninja Lloyd"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"71742 Overlord Dragon is unique though, depicting something from the animated series but without previous representation in associated sets!"

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

70666 — Set 71742 is the newest Overlord dragon option and represents previously unmade dragon form, while 70666 is earlier Ninjago dragon now out of production. Overlord Dragon feels like appropriate counterpart.

Previous NINJAGO dragons (70503, 70602, 71713) — Neck, tail, and legs feel quite a bit beefier and more muscular than similarly-priced Ninjago dragons like 70503, 70602, or 71713. Face, spines, and claws feel appropriately vicious and intimidating.

NinjagoTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 2

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

BUY

"this is all you get the dragon minifig form of Overlord and golden ninja Lloyd"

Key Pros

✓Excellent articulation with two full-sized ball joints in neck allowing extreme head rotation
✓New dual-molded head pieces with gold teeth are well-designed
✓Underside is detailed despite low piece count

Key Cons

✕No vinyl or cloth webbing pieces between wings despite skeletal wing design calling for it
✕Wings lack internal detail despite being meant to appear skeletal

JUMP TO REVIEW

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"71742 Overlord Dragon is unique though, depicting something from the animated series but without previous representation in associated sets!"

Key Pros

✓Unique dragon representing previously unmade character from animated series
✓Substantial size (46cm) for the price point
✓Menacing appearance matching animated design

Key Cons

✕Wings are very simple and disappointing, lacking fabric membrane creating skeletal aesthetic
✕Only outermost dactyl on each wing is articulated

READ FULL REVIEW

Dimensional Analysis

Investment Layer

Buy now (1)Wait for sale (0)

Value drivers

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Overlord minifig in dragon form as first-ever full-sized dragon representation

Brickset Reviews: Exclusive Overlord minifigure design available only in this set; Golden Lloyd with unique yellow head variant

Exclusivity

JANG's LEGO Reviews: First and likely only production of full-sized Overlord Dragon

Brickset Reviews: Wide retail (Legacy range release during 2021 NINJAGO wave)

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Likely to maintain or appreciate in value given uniqueness and character significance, though not explicitly stated as investment vehicle.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (4)

Lloyd

$10

Overlord - Legacy, 2 Arms, Pearl Gold Shoulder Pads

Overlord

Lloyd (Golden Ninja) - Legacy, Yellow Head, Shoulder Armor

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Top headpiece and lower jaw headpiece
New molds created specifically for this set, dual-molded with gold teeth that are soft and won't break easily
Black and trans-purple leg pieces
Molded together with wavy, marbly appearance described as 'Glorious'
Molded head components with jagged teeth
Jagged teeth cleverly interlock and open to reveal magenta 2x2 slider forming the tongue. Printed eyes include fantastic detail.
Purple spines
Distributed along entire length of dragon, contributing to menacing appearance.
Magenta 2x2 slider
Forms tongue inside dragon's jaws.
Trans-purple 2x2 slider and trans-pink lightning element
Correspond with Overlord minifigure design and stand out visually beneath the dragon.

What Owners Say · summarized from 40 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love the Overlord Dragon for its detailed design, movable parts, and engaging build experience that balances challenge and enjoyment; most praise the minifigures and display value, though some report stability and durability issues with specific parts.

COMMON PRAISE