Gaze upon the box for the Lego SMART Play™: Drone Search for Mythical Mew 72161, a 429-piece build. This adventure pits the agile Mew against a pursuit drone, all set against ancient ruins. The box teases a world of hidden details and interactive play.
Flipping the box reveals the set's dynamic play features, hinting at hidden actions and poseable elements. We see the integration of SMART Bricks (not included) for enhanced interactive experiences, demonstrating how the physical build can connect to digital play. Notice the details on Mew's articulation.
Here are our key sub-assemblies: the articulated Mew, the sleek drone, the ancient ruin structure, and the iconic Great Ball. Each component stands ready, showing the initial scale and individual design focus. The variety of colors indicates distinct build experiences.
These specialized smart tags, with their distinct printed tiles, are key to the interactive experience. One tag depicts Mew, another the ruins and Great Ball, and the third the drone. They’re designed to interface with the SMART Play system, adding a layer of digital engagement to our physical bricks.
Observe the small details: three green berries, cleverly constructed with rounded brick elements and brown greebling for texture. Beside them, the Great Ball shows off excellent SNOT work, seamlessly blending blue, red, white, and black elements to capture its iconic design. The clutch power holds these halves together firmly.
Our buildable Mew stands with its characteristic wide-eyed gaze. The figure employs ball joints and click hinges for articulation in the legs and tail, allowing for dynamic posing. Notice the subtle NPU in its head, capturing the creature's gentle expression using only a few well-chosen plates and tiles.
The scene is set! Our articulated Mew, poised as if mid-flight, evades the drone closing in. The ruins provide a backdrop, hinting at a hidden sanctuary. The drone's red propellers suggest rapid movement, perfectly framing the narrative of a chase.
Mew now rests elegantly on its trans-clear stand, providing an aerial pose without the need for additional support. Beside it, the Great Ball stands ready, a reminder of the hunt. This setup emphasizes the display value of the finished build, allowing for various storytelling scenarios.
This visual clearly illustrates the heart of the SMART Play system: Smart Bricks, while not included, act as a bridge. Placing them near Mew or the drone triggers interactive responses. It's an ingenious way to blend traditional brick play with digital feedback, enhancing the overall experience.
The joy of building is evident as these young builders assemble the set. Scattered bricks hint at the modular nature of the ruins, while the partially constructed drone and Mew show the progress. It’s a testament to the clarity of the instructions and the satisfying process of bringing these characters to life piece by piece.
Here, we see the Smart Brick being seamlessly integrated into the drone sub-assembly. The internal cavity, easily accessible, demonstrates the thought put into this play feature. Once secured, the drone is ready for interactive commands, leveraging the light-up functionality of the brick to communicate its status.
The assembled set finds its home on display, Mew hovering near the ancient ruins, the drone poised for action. The careful choice of brick colors and the thoughtful articulation of Mew make this a compelling static presentation. This build captures a dynamic scene, ready to be admired or replayed at any moment.
5-Year Est. (Sealed) after EOL
$96 — $111
Est. ROI
+106.4%
This Smart Play set contains no Smart Bricks. You must use an existing Smart Brick to activate the interactive digital features.
Carries a 21% premium over standard LEGO sets.
A complete roster of included characters and interactive SMART elements.
Height equivalent to approx 2.5 minifigures stacked.
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The complete chromatic blueprint and exact piece counts defining this set's look.
70 pcs (16.4%) Tan
66 pcs (15.5%) Bright Pink
62 pcs (14.5%) Black
42 pcs (9.8%) Red
41 pcs (9.6%) White
32 pcs (7.5%) Dark Orange
27 pcs (6.3%) Blue
22 pcs (5.2%) Reddish Brown
15 pcs (3.5%) Dark Bluish Gray
12 pcs (2.8%) Green
12 pcs (2.8%) Light Bluish Gray
7 pcs (1.6%) Dark Tan
5 pcs (1.2%) Dark Pink
5 pcs (1.2%) Trans-Clear
3 pcs (0.7%) Medium Nougat
3 pcs (0.7%) Bright Green
2 pcs (0.5%) Flat Silver
1 pcs (0.2%) Trans-Dark Pink
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