LEGO Minecraft 21185 The Nether Bastion

Specifications
| Set number | 21185 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 |
| Piece count | 300 |
| Minifigures | 5 |
| Theme | Minecraft |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Minecraft 21185, The Nether Bastion, depicts a Nether bastion inspired by Minecraft. Released in 2022 within the Minecraft theme, the set contains 300 pieces and builds a compact confrontation scene with characters and creatures associated with this hostile in-game area.
Set 21185 presents a Nether bastion in LEGO form, placing the focus on one of Minecraft’s more dangerous environments. Within the LEGO Minecraft range, it sits among sets that translate recognizable game locations and mobs into small, playable scenes rather than static display-only models.
The build creates a condensed bastion setting that supports encounters between the adventurer and Nether mobs.
The Nether Bastion is suited to Minecraft fans who want a focused Nether location without a large footprint. It can be used for play, especially because the included characters suggest conflict and traversal, while collectors can place it alongside other LEGO Minecraft biome, mob, or structure sets.
Inventory of set 21185
The inventory of set 21185 lists 300 pieces, spare parts excluded: 112 different lots (one shape in one color) for 76 part shapes. The box also contains 16 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21185
Main color: black, making up 31% of the parts, followed by dark red (12%) and red (12%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 94 | 31% | |
| Dark Red | 37 | 12% | |
| Red | 35 | 12% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 28 | 9.3% | |
| Pearl Gold | 18 | 6% | |
| Orange | 16 | 5.3% | |
| Dark Brown | 12 | 4% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 11 | 3.7% | |
| Pearl Titanium | 7 | 2.3% | |
| Dark Turquoise | 7 | 2.3% | |
| Other colors (11) | 35 | 12% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 95 | 32% | |
| Bricks | 55 | 18% | |
| Plates Special | 36 | 12% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 21 | 7% | |
| Bricks Special | 17 | 5.7% | |
| Plants & Trees | 17 | 5.7% |
Most common parts in set 21185
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Red | 16 |
| Brick 2 x 2 3003 | Black | 15 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Black | 15 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Pearl Gold | 12 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Dark Red | 10 |
| Plate Special 2 x 2 with Groove and Center Stud (Jumper) 87580 | Dark Bluish Gray | 10 |
| Brick Special 2 x 2 with Grooves and Axle Hole 90258 | Dark Bluish Gray | 9 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Black | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Black | 8 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Black | 7 |
63 of the 76 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 21185
2 part shapes in set 21185 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set. Counting colors, 3 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Minifig Head Special, Cube Hog with Dark Tan Snout, Eyes print 73232pr0002 | Nougat |
| Torso Odd Arms, Pixelated Shirt with Brown and Gold Belt print, Left Pearl Gold Arm, Right Nougat Arm, Nougat Hands 973e116pr6146 | Black |
Rebuilding set 21185 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21185 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21590 Wither Battle | 45% | 494 | 2026 |
| 21279 The Enderman Tower | 27% | 867 | 2025 |
No similarly sized set goes above 45%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21185 within its line
With 300 pieces, set 21185 ranks #85 out of 155 Minecraft sets in our database, which have an average of 393 parts. Among the 483 sets released in 2022, it ranks #219.
Included minifigures
Nether Adventurer, HelmetQuantity : 1
Strider, Black Jumper Plates, Red 1x3 PlateQuantity : 1
Piglin BruteQuantity : 1
Piglin, Pearl Gold LegsQuantity : 1- Magma CubeQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 21185 The Nether Bastion have?
LEGO set 21185 The Nether Bastion has 300 pieces. It was released in 2022 as part of the Minecraft theme.
What year was LEGO set 21185 released?
Set 21185 The Nether Bastion was released in 2022 and belongs to the Minecraft theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21185?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 21185 The Nether Bastion: 5. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21185?
The instructions for LEGO set 21185 The Nether Bastion can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21185.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21185?
Black, with 94 out of 300 pieces, or 31%. Next come dark red (12%) and red (12%).
How many different parts does set 21185 contain?
Set 21185 has 112 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 76 part shapes. Most common part: Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals in red, with 16 copies.
Does LEGO set 21185 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Minifig Head Special, Cube Hog with Dark Tan Snout, Eyes print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21185?
Set 21590 Wither Battle, released in 2026: it supplies 45%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
What part of Minecraft does set 21185 focus on?
It focuses on the Nether, specifically a bastion setting with piglin-related characters and a magma cube for hostile encounters.
See also
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