LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO 21343 Viking Village

Specifications
| Set number | 21343 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2023 |
| Piece count | 2,104 |
| Minifigures | 4 |
| Theme | LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO Ideas set 21343, “Viking Village”, depicts a brick built Viking settlement with several characters to populate the scene. Released in 2023 under LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO, it contains 2104 pieces and 4 minifigures.
“Viking Village” belongs to LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO, the theme used for selected fan inspired concepts developed into official sets. Its subject is a Viking village, presented as a complete setting rather than a single vehicle or a stand alone building.
The build uses 2104 pieces and creates a setting for 4 minifigures. Their different clothing, helmets, hair pieces, armour, beard and accessory details help define distinct villagers within the same scene.
The set is suited to display as well as figure based play, because the subject is clear and the model functions as a self contained environment. Within LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO, it stands out as a historically themed village model. It is relevant for Ideas collectors and for builders looking for a dedicated Viking setting rather than a smaller character focused item.
Inventory of set 21343
The inventory of set 21343 lists 2,104 pieces, spare parts excluded: 434 different lots (one shape in one color) for 257 part shapes. The box also contains 76 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 21343
Main color: reddish brown, making up 21% of the parts, followed by dark brown (12%) and dark bluish gray (11%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Brown | 440 | 21% | |
| Dark Brown | 262 | 12% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 232 | 11% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 222 | 11% | |
| Dark Tan | 171 | 8.1% | |
| Medium Nougat | 146 | 6.9% | |
| Tan | 143 | 6.8% | |
| Black | 135 | 6.4% | |
| White | 99 | 4.7% | |
| Pearl Gold | 74 | 3.5% | |
| Other colors (19) | 180 | 8.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 361 | 17% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 239 | 11% | |
| Plates Special | 226 | 11% | |
| Bricks | 181 | 8.6% | |
| Bricks Special | 153 | 7.3% | |
| Tiles | 116 | 5.5% |
Most common parts in set 21343
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud 3062b | Dark Brown | 73 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin 3040b | Dark Bluish Gray | 62 |
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Medium Nougat | 54 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) 54200 | Light Bluish Gray | 41 |
| Plate 1 x 1 3024 | Dark Brown | 33 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 Palisade [aka Log] 30136 | Reddish Brown | 31 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Dark Tan | 28 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Dark Brown | 24 |
| Brick Sloped 45° 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout [New Version] 15672 | Reddish Brown | 22 |
| Plant, Flower, Plate Round 1 x 1 with 5 Petals 24866 | Pearl Gold | 22 |
230 of the 257 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 21343
3 part shapes in set 21343 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, 4 lots in the set are not found in any other set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Shield Round Bowed with Yellow and Dark Green Panels, Gold Dragon (Viking) print 75902pr0036 | Dark Bluish Gray |
| Hips and Dark Tan Legs with Reddish brown Belt, Knee Wraps, Silver Belt Buckle, Tan Tunic, Keltic Knots print 970c11pr2550 | Dark Tan |
| Tile Special 2 x 3 Pentagonal with Dark Red Coiled Snake, Viking Ship print 22385pr0147 | Light Bluish Gray |
Rebuilding set 21343 from another set
Share of the parts of set 21343 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10332 Medieval Town Square | 27% | 3,308 | 2024 |
| 71861 The Old Town 15th Anniversary | 26% | 4,852 | 2026 |
| 910048 Riverside Scholars | 26% | 2,785 | 2025 |
| 71799 NINJAGO City Markets | 25% | 6,163 | 2023 |
No similarly sized set goes above 27%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 21343 within its line
With 2,104 pieces, set 21343 ranks #18 out of 94 LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO sets in our database, which have an average of 1,279 parts. Among the 518 sets released in 2023, it ranks #25.
Included minifigures
Viking, Dark Red Overalls, Dark Orange HairQuantity : 1
Viking, Olive Green Shirt, Helmet with Horns, QuiverQuantity : 1
Viking, Armor, Dark Blue Legs, Tan HairQuantity : 1
Viking, Reddish Brown Shirt, Shoulder Guards, Helmet with Horns, White BeardQuantity : 1
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 21343 Viking Village have?
LEGO set 21343 Viking Village has 2,104 pieces. It was released in 2023 as part of the LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO theme.
What year was LEGO set 21343 released?
Set 21343 Viking Village was released in 2023 and belongs to the LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 21343?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 21343 Viking Village: 4. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 21343?
The instructions for LEGO set 21343 Viking Village can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 21343.
What is the main color of LEGO set 21343?
Reddish brown, with 440 out of 2,104 pieces, or 21%. Next come dark brown (12%) and dark bluish gray (11%).
How many different parts does set 21343 contain?
Set 21343 has 434 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 257 part shapes. Most common part: Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud in dark brown, with 73 copies.
Does LEGO set 21343 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 3 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Shield Round Bowed with Yellow and Dark Green Panels, Gold Dragon (Viking) print.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 21343?
Set 10332 Medieval Town Square, released in 2024: it supplies 27%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is set 21343 part of LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO?
Yes. The supplied theme information places the set in LEGO Ideas and CUUSOO.
Do the included minifigures represent different Viking designs?
Yes. The listed figures differ through overalls, shirt, armour, shoulder guards, horned helmets, hair colours, beard and a quiver.
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