Latest LEGO NINJAGO Dragons Rising News: Epic Builds and LEGO Investment Potential
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On June 1st, 2025, LEGO fans will experience the latest chapter of LEGO® NINJAGO® with an exciting release of sets from the Dragons Rising series. With a blend of dragons, mechs, vehicles, and detailed dioramas, these new additions bring adventure to life in the most creative ways. Whether you're looking for a show-stopping centerpiece or a fun, interactive toy, this lineup is sure to please both long-time fans and newcomers to the NINJAGO universe. From massive dragon builds to smaller, more versatile vehicles, there’s something here for everyone.
(Please note: some sets may not be released until 1st August in some regions).
Unveiling the Dragons Rising Collection – Adventure Awaits in Every Set
The Temple Bounty (71848)
The centerpiece of this collection, The Temple Bounty (71848) is a breathtaking model featuring a highly detailed boat, ideal for display or play. Inspired by season 3 of the Dragons Rising TV show, this large build includes interactive elements such as sails that move with a gear, removable roofs, and a hidden compartment that reveals a secret computer. The set includes six minifigures: Zane, Cole, Nya, Wyldfyre, Rogue, and Zarkt, all armed with ninja weapon accessories. This set is perfect for fans aged 14 and up, with a RRP of £179.99 / $199.99 / €199.99. It offers hours of imaginative play and a stunning display piece for any NINJAGO fan’s collection.
The Guardian Dragon (71847)
At the pinnacle of this collection is The Guardian Dragon (71847), a highly detailed and majestic dragon model designed for fans aged 14 and up. Standing at over 19 inches tall, this 1,650-piece build features a dragon with posable wings, head, and limbs, as well as stunning details like a glowing halo above its head. The display stand is equally impressive, featuring a pond, a floating magical sword, lanterns, and a ceremonial gate — perfect for adding depth to any NINJAGO collection. The set includes a Master Wu minifigure for added storytelling possibilities, bringing the dragon to life as part of the Legends Monstrosity series. This set is ideal for those looking to showcase their fandom with a model that commands attention, and it’s priced at £139.99 / $149.99 / €149.99.
The Fire Knight Mech (71846)
For fans of mechs and epic battles, The Fire Knight Mech (71846) delivers a dramatic showdown between a cape-wearing mech and a sea monster. With 996 pieces, this set offers a posable mech figure wielding a spear, ready to engage the enemy. The scene comes to life with the included Kai minifigure, who can sit inside the mech's chest, and a fisherman floating nearby in a boat. The sea monster has movable tentacles, adding to the playability. The build is easily displayed, but kids can also remove it from its base to create new action scenes inspired by the Legends Monstrosity series. With a RRP of £109.99 / $119.99 / €119.99, this set is a perfect gift for fans who love mechs and dynamic battle scenes.
Lloyd’s Jet Mech (71845)
For a thrilling, transforming build, Lloyd’s Jet Mech (71845) brings an impressive 2-in-1 model to the table. Kids can rearrange the mech's parts to convert it into a high-speed jet complete with cockpit, wings, and engines. This set contains 1,112 pieces and comes with five LEGO minifigures: Sora, Lloyd, and a villainous trio (Kur, Tyr, and a Spectral Dragonian Warrior). The set’s highlight is the translucent reveal blade that reveals hidden messages on a villainous banner. With a RRP of £89.99 / $109.99 / €99.99, this set lets kids play out exciting battles in both the air and on the ground — perfect for fans of versatile builds that can shift forms.
Ninja Combat Vehicle (71844)
The Ninja Combat Vehicle (71844) delivers a versatile 3-in-1 play experience inspired by Dragons Rising. The large ninja bike can be split into three separate vehicles: Kai’s bike, Wyldfyre’s bike, and Frak’s aircraft jet. This 561-piece set features six LEGO minifigures, including Kai, Wyldfyre, and Frak, the latter being a new character, plus Cole and two Spectral Dragonian minions. The villainous duo comes with a banner that can only be decoded by Cole’s translucent reveal blade. With its RRP of £79.99 / $99.99 / €89.99, this set offers tremendous value with its transforming vehicles and multiple characters for endless play possibilities.
Rogue's Mech Dragon Rider (71843)
In Rogue’s Mech Dragon Rider (71843, you can build and play with two separate models — a mech and a dragon — or combine them to create a formidable battle machine. This 584-piece set includes Rogue, Arin, and two villainous characters: Rox and a Spectral Dragonian Warrior. The mech has posable arms and legs, an opening chest to fit a minifigure, and a sword, while the dragon features movable wings, jaw, and tail. You can also combine the dragon with other NINJAGO mechs, adding to the set’s versatility. Priced at £59.99 / $74.99 / €69.99.
Smaller Sets to Watch Out For
In addition to these larger sets, there are several smaller builds in the NINJAGO lineup, perfect for expanding your collection; LEGO NINJAGO Rontu the Master Dragon (71842), LEGO NINJAGO Arin's Spinjitsu Battle Mech (71839), LEGO NINJAGO Rogue vs. Drix Race Car Duel (71840) and LEGO NINJAGO Kai’s Motorcycle Speed Race (71838).
Why Dragons Rising Could Be Your Next Smart LEGO Investment
LEGO NINJAGO Theme Analysis
Another long running and popular theme, LEGO NINJAGO has now been running for 15 years with over 500 sets released and has seen an average annualised growth of 11% across this large sample size, making it very much a theme we at Investabrick look to for LEGO investments, and these upcoming sets will definitely be potential LEGO Investments.
Historically some of the best performing LEGO NINJAGO sets have included; LEGO NINJAGO Lightening Dragon Battle (2521) which had an RRP of $80 when retiring in 2011 and is now valued at over $600 (16% annualised growth), LEGO NINJAGO Dawn of Iron Doom (70626) which had an RRP of $60 when retiring in 2017 and is now valued at over $400 (30% annualised growth) and LEGO NINJAGO Attack of the Morro Dragon (70736) which retired in 2016 with an RRP of $70 and is now valued at over $250 (17% annualised growth).
Conclusion: A New Chapter in the NINJAGO Saga
This June, LEGO is pushing the boundaries of storytelling and buildable play with their latest NINJAGO sets. Whether you're after a powerful dragon, a transforming vehicle, or an action-packed battle scene, the new releases promise a wide range of building experiences for LEGO collectors, builders and investors alike as well as NINJAGO fans. Available from June 1st, 2025, these sets will make the perfect addition to any LEGO collection and offer a great way to immerse yourself in the latest NINJAGO adventures. Don't miss out on the chance to get your hands on these fantastic new sets!
