Set Facts
- The set includes 3 minifigures: Beorn and 2 Gundabad Orcs with exclusive new armor.
- It is based on The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug film.
- Features traps such as a hidden flick missile, huge spikes, and swinging hammer and axe traps.
- Beorn minifigure and the Gundabad Orcs' armor are exclusive to this set.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Dol Guldur Ambush Reviews
The Brothers Brick
“Ultimately, however, this is a really excellent set. The minifigs are not worth bothering with, but the bricks make the set more than worth-while. The wall, while not particularly exciting, is very nicely done, and it even connects up to the bigger 79014 Dol Guldur Battle... More set to make a bigger playset.”
Brickset
“This set was a the only way to get the exclusive minifigure of Beorn. It connects to the larger set Dol Guldur Battle 79014, to make one larger fortress of Dol Guldur. This set also has 2 nice throw in Gundabad Orcs which are a nice enemy for Beorn to fight. There is a lot... More of playability in this set with the catapult and the traps that are hidden inside the crumbling wall.”
Full review at brickset.com
Subtheme Analysis
Lifespan
16 mos (this set 14 mos)
Annual growth
+10.67% (this set +11.22%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Dol Guldur Ambush currently ranks #3 out of the top most owned sets in The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug.
About The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug
LEGO's The Desolation of Smaug subtheme was released in 2012 and based on the movie.
The Desolation of Smaug consists of 9 sets that ran from 2012 to 2013. As of today,
79014 Dol Guldur Battle is the most valuable The Desolation of Smaug set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $416.
Summary
The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug Dol Guldur Ambush set 79011 was released on December 2, 2013, retailing for $20, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $90, while used sets sell around $62.
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At the fortress ruins of Dol Guldur the Gundabad Orcs lie in wait for Beorn with their weapons and firing mobile catapult. But that's just the start of the danger for the great warrior. There are traps everywhere in the old ruin. Can Beorn avoid the huge spikes at the entrance, hidden flick missile and deadly swinging hammer and axe traps? That's for you to decide.
Includes 3 minifigures with assorted weapons: Beorn and 2 Gundabad Orcs Features a hidden flick missile, huge spikes and swinging hammer and axe traps Also includes a firing catapult with wheels Weapons include a sword, long axe and a mace Beorn minifigure is exclusive to this set
Gundabad Orcs are equipped with new armor exclusive to this set Use the mighty long axe to fend off the Orcs Fire the mobile catapult Turn the handle to operate the swinging hammer Shoot the hidden flick missiles Swing the axe at the castle gate Combine with 79014 Dol Guldur Battle to stage the ultimate Dol Guldur conflict! Dol Guldur...
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