After the resounding success of Rivendell 10316, LEGO is once again immersing its fans in Middle-earth with the unofficial announcement of the LEGO Icons 10333 The Lord of the Rings – Barad-dûr set. The rumors that have been circulating since January 2024 seem to be confirmed: Sauron's sinister fortress will soon be erected into LEGO pieces.
Details of the LOTR Barad-dûr 10333 set
The leak revealed shows an impressive Barad-dûr tower with its massive dimensions: 83 cm high, 44 cm wide and 36 cm deep, promising a majestic presence in any collection. While official images are yet to be released, fans can already imagine the imposing aura this model will exude, with its 5471 pieces painstakingly crafted to recreate Mordor's central stronghold.
LEGO seems to have taken the details to the extreme. The interior is full of themed chambers – from cells where you can almost hear the echoes of captives, to armories brimming with weapons for Sauron's legions. Aficionados of The Lord of the Rings will be able to relive the darkest and most heroic moments through this construction.
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The set includes a cast of 10 captivating minifigures , including Sauron and the Mouth of Sauron, as well as key characters such as Frodo, Sam and Gollum. Fans will be delighted to see the sinister Nazgûl and a pair of brown and green orcs to complete the picture of this mythical scene.
Release date, price and GWP
Expected for release on June 1, 2024 and aimed at adult builders aged 18 and up, the set will have a price tag of $459.99/€499.99. To top it all off, LEGO plans to offer a 269-piece GWP (gift with purchase), LEGO 40693, adding even more value to this already highly anticipated set.
For those who have been following the evolution of this iconic series closely, the latest leaks are a promise of expansion of the LEGO Lord of the Rings universe. Stay tuned for more details on GWP and future LEGO announcements. Middle-earth has never been so palpable since the LEGO Icons era.
