LEGO Ninjago 70721 Kai Fighter

Specifications
| Set number | 70721 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2014 |
| Piece count | 196 |
| Minifigures | 2 |
| Theme | Ninjago |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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Set 70721, Kai Fighter, represents Kai’s fighter craft in the Ninjago universe. Released in 2014, it belongs to the Ninjago theme and contains 196 pieces, with 2 minifigures connected to the Rebooted storyline.
The model depicts a personal craft for Kai and belongs to the Rebooted phase of Ninjago, where the theme used a more technological setting. Set 70721 is therefore best understood as an action vehicle rather than a location based model, with its focus placed on movement and confrontation.
The build is centered on shaping the fighter and placing the characters into a clear conflict. Since the set is not built around a large scene, its main content is the vehicle itself, the paired figures, and their narrative opposition.
It suits Ninjago collectors who want a compact representation of Kai from the Rebooted period, as well as builders looking for a small vehicle to display alongside related sets. Within the theme, it fits naturally with other models from the same story phase, especially those featuring ninja vehicles and nindroid adversaries.
Inventory of set 70721
The inventory of set 70721 lists 196 pieces, spare parts excluded: 90 different lots (one shape in one color) for 84 part shapes. The box also contains 4 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 70721
Main color: red, making up 40% of the parts, followed by black (28%) and pearl gold (8.2%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 78 | 40% | |
| Black | 54 | 28% | |
| Pearl Gold | 16 | 8.2% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 13 | 6.6% | |
| Green | 9 | 4.6% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 8 | 4.1% | |
| Tan | 5 | 2.6% | |
| Yellow | 3 | 1.5% | |
| Trans-Red | 2 | 1% | |
| Flat Silver | 2 | 1% | |
| Other colors (4) | 5 | 2.6% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 44 | 22% | |
| Plates Special | 19 | 9.7% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 17 | 8.7% | |
| Plates Wedged | 14 | 7.1% | |
| Bricks Special | 11 | 5.6% | |
| Tiles | 11 | 5.6% |
Most common parts in set 70721
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Green | 9 |
| Plate 2 x 3 3021 | Red | 7 |
| Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] 3660 | Black | 6 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with Clips Horizontal [Open O Clips] 60470b | Red | 6 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Pearl Gold | 6 |
| Tile 2 x 4 with Groove 87079 | Red | 6 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with 2 Studs on 1 Side 11211 | Red | 5 |
| Wedge Plate 3 x 3 Cut Corner 2450 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Red | 4 |
72 of the 84 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 70721
One part shape in set 70721 appears in no other set in the catalog, most often a printed element, a sticker or a mold specific to the model. If it gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Sticker Sheet for Set 70721-1 16050 |
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 70721 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 70721 within its line
With 196 pieces, set 70721 ranks #228 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 478 sets released in 2014, it ranks #176. That is less than half the average Ninjago set size.
Included minifigures
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 70721 Kai Fighter have?
LEGO set 70721 Kai Fighter has 196 pieces. It was released in 2014 as part of the Ninjago theme.
What year was LEGO set 70721 released?
Set 70721 Kai Fighter was released in 2014 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 70721?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 70721 Kai Fighter: 2. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 70721?
The instructions for LEGO set 70721 Kai Fighter can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 70721.
What is the main color of LEGO set 70721?
Red, with 78 out of 196 pieces, or 40%. Next come black (28%) and pearl gold (8.2%).
How many different parts does set 70721 contain?
Set 70721 has 90 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 84 part shapes. Most common part: Plate 1 x 2 in green, with 9 copies.
Does LEGO set 70721 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: one part shape exists in no other set: Sticker Sheet for Set 70721-1.
Which minifigures are included with Kai Fighter 70721?
The set includes Kai (Rebooted) and General Cryptor (Rebooted), giving it a direct hero and opponent pairing from the Rebooted storyline.
Is set 70721 mainly a vehicle or a location build?
It is mainly a vehicle build, focused on Kai’s fighter craft and the two included characters rather than a fixed setting.
See also
Sets from the same theme
70722 OverBorg Attack2014 · 207 pieces
70726 Destructoid2014 · 253 pieces
70720 Hover Hunter2014 · 79 pieces
70723 Thunder Raider2014 · 334 pieces
70727 X-1 Ninja Charger2014 · 426 pieces
70724 NinjaCopter2014 · 516 pieces
70725 Nindroid MechDragon2014 · 691 pieces
70728 Battle for Ninjago City2014 · 1,224 pieces
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