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LEGO Firstbourne

Set #70653 · 2018 · 892 pieces · Advanced build

LEGO Firstbourne set 70653 instructions

Set Details

Set Number
70653
Name
Firstbourne
Theme
Ninjago
Year
2018
Pieces
892
Complexity
Advanced
Build Time
4-8 hours
Ages
14+
Type
Both play and display
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About LEGO Firstbourne

LEGO Firstbourne (set #70653) is a large, detailed build with 892 pieces from the Ninjago theme, released in 2018. The Ninjago line features ninja-themed action sets with spinners, mechs, and dragons. At 892 pieces, this is a advanced-level build with an estimated build time of 4-8 hours, suitable for ages 14+.

Set Highlights

  • 892 pieces at advanced complexity — a 4-8 hours build.
  • Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
  • Versatile build — display-worthy when complete, durable enough for active play.

Who Is This Set For?

Gift for Ages 14+

The advanced difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 14+ age range.

Weekend Build Project

892 pieces with an estimated 4-8 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.

Expanding a Ninjago Collection

A solid addition for collectors building out their Ninjago 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 Firstbourne (#70653) 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.

Firstbourne FAQ

Related Reading

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Also Released in 2018

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