LEGO Ideas Presents the Barad-dûr Set with a Flaming Top
Amy Duong — May 17, 2024 — Art & Design
References: lego & yankodesign
The latest LEGO set to reign from LEGO Ideas is the Barad-dûr, which is inspired by the iconic Lord of the Rings series. The iconic tower has a sinister design language and it is even topped off with the flaming eye at the top. The set is comprised of an impressive 5,471 pieces and is priced at $500.
The availability of the set will start on June 1st for LEGO Insiders and on the 4th following for other buyers. The Barad-dûr tower is comprised of four main sections: a prison, a kitchen, a throne room, and an armory. Fans who are able to get their hands on the set before 7 will receive a free Fell beast set made up of 269 pieces.
Image Credit: LEGO Ideas
The availability of the set will start on June 1st for LEGO Insiders and on the 4th following for other buyers. The Barad-dûr tower is comprised of four main sections: a prison, a kitchen, a throne room, and an armory. Fans who are able to get their hands on the set before 7 will receive a free Fell beast set made up of 269 pieces.
Image Credit: LEGO Ideas
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