REVIEW: 77092 Great Deku Tree 2-in-1

[Pchan1983]

Here is my review on LEGO The Legend of Zelda 77092 Great Deku Tree 2-in-1:

THE GOOD:

• It's a great diorama type set with a challenging yet fun build.
• The Deku tree is done exceptionally well with a the little details recreated using existing lego pieces.
• New exclusive element and print that would make Zelda fans happy.
• Excellent minifigures.
• Full of excellent references to the game.

THE NOT SO GOOD:

• The price is steep and may be too steep for some.
• The 2 small trees around deku tree can be a frustrating build.
• Due to the complexity of the default build, deconstructing to build the other version is not practical.

As a fan of the game, this set is a dream comes true.  And I decided to build the Breath of the Wild configuration. First this set is massive, you can't really tell the true size from pictures.  At first I thought needed more leaves but in the end it looks stunning.  And the area keeping the master sword gave this set such a good depth.  The whole area is packed with references to game and details with surprising building Techniques.  Although some part between the green and water could use a bit more textures for a smoother transition.  The Deku tree itself is a challenging build, especially the action feature.  It does look simple but it uses so many small pieces to make it work.  It took me an hour to build that.  The most impressive parts though is how they use LEGO pieces without stickers or print to create an exterior with details that capture the vibe of the game so well.  From the mixture of new flesh colour leaves with pink leaves to the big roots of Deku tree.  The Great Deku tree also comes with some interior details that are full of cool references to the game executed so well.  From the mushroom shop to the Koroks, everything just great. Having said that, the 2 small trees around Deku tree can be frustrating to build.  While both looks great but the use of candle piece and existing branches piece really makes it a mission to build.  Aside from the Deku Tree, you also get to build Link's house from Ocarina of Time.  It's a small build but it has a crates with iconic items.  From brick built hookshot to a brand new shield piece for the Hylian shield.  Now the minifigures, while it's a bit boring to have 3 Links but it all makes sense.  From Link to princess Zelda, all are excellent minifigures.  I do wish they make one more variant of Link head with eye closed given they included an Ocarina of Time.  The ocarina though, probably one shade too blue.  Otherwise I really appreciate the effort of making so many new parts without stickers.  Despite I chose to build the BOTW version, bag 23 does allow you to build some of the iconic items and creatures from Ocarina of Time.  However, in order to build the Ocarina of Time version of Deku Tree, it is not practical at all given the complexities involved in being Deku Tree and you will need some effort to deconstruct it.  So I would not say this is 2 in 1 at all.  Basically you will need to choose up front of which version you prefer, or you have to buy 2.  And that's the problem because this set is expensive.  Even as a fan and very happy with the day, I wish it's $100NZD cheaper.  And this set is truely made for Zelda fans, it's very hard sell to people have never experience the game as most of the impressive parts of this set only makes sense if you have played the game before.  In the end, definitely a set I would recommend to all Zelda fans out there but it will be a hard sell for people who doesn't know much about Zelda.  Now my question is, will LEGO make more? 

[JopieK]

Wow! Great review of a really nice set!

[Pchan1983]

15 hours ago, JopieK said:

Wow! Great review of a really nice set!

thank you =) The actual set looks a lot nicer than any pictures or videos