The LEGO The Legend Beasts sets are based on ancient creatures of Chima who chose not to drink the Chi water and evolve. The world of Chima is populated by various species of Legend Beasts.
Legends of Chima is a LEGO theme that was introduced in 2013 that features a world called the Land of Chima, which is populated by 22 tribes of anthropomorphic creatures in which a war threatens to destroy their friendships and land. One defining features of the Legends of Chima sets is the animal-motif used by nearly every set in the line. Vehicles and structures feature the head-shape, outline, or both of their respective tribe's patron animals.