Set Review ➟ LEGO® 75446 - Grogu (Mandalorian apprentice)
Well, this time we have a Grogu set that makes a very good first impression. A set with exactly 1,200 pieces and a brand-new minifigure of little Grogu. Let's get started and see what it's like to build this set.
The contents consist of a good number of bags and the instruction manual.
We begin with the minifigure. As you can see, the lower part has changed completely, as it no longer uses the baby-style City body but instead features a full robe along with the Mandalorian apprentice belt.
As you can see in this image, the figure's central body is a very clever Technic framework due to how simple it is. That said, the range of movement it provides for the head is fairly limited, although still functional.
Hmm, what could this blue piece on a transparent brick be for? Come on... don't you remember those "treats" that Grogu likes so much? Hahaha, a nice nod to fans of the saga.
From here on, we begin building the character's robe. It's done in a simple and natural way, yet the result looks fantastic. Here you can see the four sides of the body section. What do you think? Not bad, right?
Next come the arms. Cleverly designed and, honestly, they look absolutely adorable.
We reach the high point of the build — quite literally — the head. Here, building in every direction becomes both essential and wonderful. LEGO's design ingenuity and execution never cease to amaze me. Simply brilliant.
The ear attachment points on the head.
I was surprised by how easy it was to attach the eyes: a simple plate with a clip, followed by the shield pieces that allow the model to see.
And here it is, a wonderfully well-executed model.
We finish the set by building the warrior's belt. A simple sequence of clips and handles, yet highly effective. Ah! And, as could hardly be otherwise, here we have this little glutton eager to keep munching on what may well be his favourite snack.
If you look closely, at the lower rear section there is a small lever that moves horizontally. This is the mechanism used to turn the head from side to side.
It's a beautiful set both to build and to display. Very well executed, with techniques that are far from trivial and which constantly challenge your understanding of LEGO building methods. What surprised me most was how straightforward the model is to build until you reach the head. That's a different story altogether, as this is where the more complex — but also more enjoyable — part begins. Watching the head gradually take shape with such precision is a real pleasure. And the parts selection is quite interesting too!
We would like to thank the LEGO Group for providing the set for this review. However, LEGO neither endorses nor supports the opinions expressed herein, as they are solely our own.
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