Set Details
- Set Number
- 8924
- Name
- Maxilos and Spinax
- Theme
- Bionicle
- Year
- 2007
- Pieces
- 256
- Complexity
- Moderate
- Build Time
- 1-2 hours
- Ages
- 8+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Maxilos and Spinax
LEGO Maxilos and Spinax (set #8924) is a detailed build with 256 pieces from the Bionicle theme, released in 2007. The Bionicle line features buildable action figures set in an elemental mythology. This is a moderate-level build suitable for ages 8+, with an estimated build time of 1-2 hours.
Set Highlights
- 256 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.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 8+
The moderate difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 8+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
256 pieces with an estimated 1-2 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Bionicle Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Bionicle shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
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 Maxilos and Spinax (#8924) 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.
Maxilos and Spinax FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 2007
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Sets at roughly the same piece count and complexity tier — different theme and year, but a similar build experience.
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