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LEGO Laval's Fire Lion

Set #70144 · 2014 · 450 pieces · Substantial build

LEGO Laval's Fire Lion set 70144 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
70144
Name
Laval's Fire Lion
Year
2014
Pieces
450
Complexity
Substantial
Build Time
2-4 hours
Ages
10+
Type
Play-focused
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About LEGO Laval's Fire Lion

LEGO Laval's Fire Lion (set #70144) is a detailed build with 450 pieces from the Legends of Chima theme, released in 2014. The Legends of Chima line features animal-tribe warriors battling over magical Chi energy. This is a substantial-level build suitable for ages 10+, with an estimated build time of 2-4 hours.

Set Highlights

  • 450 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

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

Expanding a Legends of Chima Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Legends of Chima 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 Laval's Fire Lion (#70144) 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.

Laval's Fire Lion FAQ

Related Reading

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Also Released in 2014

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