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LEGO Voltron

Nerd Approved:
(5/5)
Review by Joshua Morris on
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Review

I reassembled LEGO Ideas Voltron (21311) for a nostalgia binge this summer and it still holds up as one of the cleverest combiner builds. Each lion is sturdy enough to swoosh on its own, with rubberized paws and ratcheting joints that click satisfyingly into place. The combination sequence is manual but intuitive—the torsos lock together solidly, the arms snap on via Technic axles, and the iconic blazing sword and shield finish the pose. Standing nearly 18 inches tall, combined Voltron has enough articulation to strike hero poses without wobbling, especially if you leave the display stand under the torso. The set’s been retired for a while, so the price has climbed, yet if you grew up on Defender of the Universe, nothing beats seeing the lions lined up before forming the towering mech.

✓ Pros

  • ✓Five buildable lions combine into an 18 in Voltron without sacrificing stability
  • ✓Ratcheting joints keep the combined mech posed securely
  • ✓Blazing sword and shield complete the display
  • ✓Bright color blocking nails the classic cartoon look

✗ Cons

  • ✗Retired set pricing is firmly in collector territory
  • ✗Combined model needs a deep shelf for the sword swing

Specifications

Set Number21311
Pieces2,321
Height15 in lions / 18 in combined
FeaturesFive posable lions, combinable sword and shield
Date First AvailableAugust 1, 2018

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