Gandalf Arrives
lord-of-rings • 83 pcs
- Set number
- 9469-1
- Availability
- Retired
- Pieces
- 83
- Original RRP
- $12.99
- Released
- 2012
- Theme
- The Lord of the Rings
- Minifigures
- 2
- Barcode
- 5702014837539
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Where it came from
Released in 2012, the Gandalf Arrives set marked the inaugural introduction of the LEGO Lord of the Rings theme. Designed to celebrate the theatrical release of the Hobbit film series and the enduring legacy of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy, this set recreates the iconic scene from The Fellowship of the Ring where Gandalf the Grey enters the Shire to visit Bilbo Baggins. It was conceived as an accessible entry point for fans, featuring essential minifigures and a small build of Gandalf’s cart.
The set design team prioritized character representation, introducing the first LEGO iterations of Gandalf and Frodo Baggins. The aesthetic aimed to balance the whimsical, pastoral charm of Bag End’s surroundings with the precise architectural sensibilities of the LEGO system. Upon its release, it was well-received by collectors for its historical significance as the foundation of a new licensed property and for the inclusion of the exclusive printed horse piece, which remains a notable detail for enthusiasts of the theme.
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