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LEGO Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress

Set #41188 · 2017 · 696 pieces · Substantial build

LEGO Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress set 41188 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
41188
Name
Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress
Theme
Elves
Year
2017
Pieces
696
Complexity
Substantial
Build Time
2-4 hours
Ages
10+
Type
Play-focused
LF
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About LEGO Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress

LEGO Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress (set #41188) is a large, detailed build with 696 pieces from the Elves theme, released in 2017. The Elves line features fantasy elf world with dragons, portals, and magical quests. At 696 pieces, this is a substantial-level build with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours, suitable for ages 10+.

Set Highlights

  • 696 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.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Ages 10+

The substantial difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 10+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

696 pieces with an estimated 2-4 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a Elves Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Elves shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.

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 Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress (#41188) 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.

Breakout from the Goblin King's Fortress FAQ

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