LEGO Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack
Set #71253 · 2016 · 261 pieces · Moderate build
Set Details
- Set Number
- 71253
- Name
- Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack
- Theme
- Dimensions
- Year
- 2016
- Pieces
- 261
- Complexity
- Moderate
- Build Time
- 1-2 hours
- Ages
- 8+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack
LEGO Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack (set #71253) is a detailed build with 261 pieces from the Dimensions theme, released in 2016. The Dimensions line features toys-to-life crossover sets combining multiple licensed franchises. This is a moderate-level build suitable for ages 8+, with an estimated build time of 1-2 hours. As a licensed set, it recreates elements from the official Dimensions property.
Set Highlights
- 261 pieces at moderate complexity — a 1-2 hours build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 8+ builders.
- Officially licensed Dimensions set — faithful recreation of the source property.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Dimensions Fans
The natural overlap between Dimensions 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 Dimensions 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
Check the piece count on the bag against the parts list before starting — knowing what you have prevents mid-build surprises.
Even in small sets, connection order matters. Follow the steps rather than building sections independently.
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 Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack (#71253) 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.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 2016
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