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LEGO The Skeleton Attack

Set #21146 · 2018 · 457 pieces · Substantial build

LEGO The Skeleton Attack set 21146 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
21146
Name
The Skeleton Attack
Year
2018
Pieces
457
Complexity
Substantial
Build Time
2-4 hours
Ages
10+
Type
Play-focused
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About LEGO The Skeleton Attack

LEGO The Skeleton Attack (set #21146) is a detailed build with 457 pieces from the Minecraft theme, released in 2018. The Minecraft line features blocky builds recreating biomes, mobs, and structures from Minecraft. This is a substantial-level build suitable for ages 10+, with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours. As a licensed set, it recreates elements from the official Minecraft property.

Set Highlights

  • 457 pieces at substantial complexity — a 2-4 hours build.
  • Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
  • Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 10+ builders.
  • Officially licensed Minecraft set — faithful recreation of the source property.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Minecraft Fans

The natural overlap between Minecraft fans and LEGO fans makes this a go-to gift. The set brings recognizable characters and scenes into brick form.

Themed Play & Roleplay

Minifigures and themed accessories support imaginative play tied to the Minecraft universe — the play experience extends well beyond the initial build.

Collector's Display Piece

Many fans build licensed sets and display them complete. Limited or retired licensed releases often gain value over time, making them popular with serious collectors.

Build Tips

1

A five-minute sort by color or piece type before starting saves time hunting for specific bricks mid-step.

2

Follow the numbered steps in sequence — structural elements early in the build support everything that comes after.

3

For active play sets, key connection points (hinges, turntables, clip joints) can loosen over time — a small dab of LEGO's own tube clutch lubricant on the stud resolves most looseness without damage.

Finding Instructions

Building instructions for LEGO The Skeleton Attack (#21146) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.

The Skeleton Attack FAQ

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