Set Facts
- There were actually three variations of this set. While 8588-1 was the base variation, 8588-2 included a Shadow Kraata and 8588-3 included a mini CD-ROM.
- A limited edition version of the set later available at Target stores contained a Shadow Kraata.
- The set is contained in 65277 Bionicle Rahkshi Kaita Za Pack
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Rahkshi Kurahk Reviews
Brickset
“Set #8588 Rahkshi Kurahk: The Rahkshi were a nice improvement to the Bohrok from the previous year of enemies, they all looked suitably menacing and impressed me with their lithe, wirey looking builds compared to the short blockier forms of the Bohrok. In my Bionicle world... More the Rahkshi were the Generals and the Bohrok merely the cannon fodder.”
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BIONICLEsector01
“The Kurahk set was released in summer 2003 as one of the six Rahkshi sets. By combining pieces from Kurahk with 8589 Lerahk and 8592 Turahk, one can build the Rahkshi Kaita Za. Instructions for another model that combined pieces from Kurahk and 8589 Lerahk were included in a... More Kabaya-associated bundle.”
Subtheme Analysis
Annual growth
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This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Rahkshi Kurahk currently ranks #3 out of the top most owned sets in Bionicle Rahkshi.
About Bionicle Rahkshi
The Rahkshi BIONICLE are suits of armour controlled by slug-like creatures called Kraata and are often called the sons of Makuta. This happens when Rahkshi a is exposed to a substance called energized protodermis, it dies and mutates into inanimate Rahkshi armour. When Rahkshi have no mission from a Makuta to fulfill they become violent and dangerous beasts. However, with guidance from Makuta they have power enough to overtake even the powerful Toa Nuva.
Rahkshi was introduced in 2003 and currently consists of 6 sets. As of today,
8589 Rahkshi Lerahk is the most valuable Rahkshi set with an estimated new/factory sealed value of $90.
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From the exciting new direct-to-video movie BIONICLE: Mask of Light, here come the Toa Nuva’s greatest foes: the Rahkshi. These “sons of Makuta” have been unleashed on the island to find the Mask of Light and stop the coming of the Seventh Toa!
Kurahk is one of the most dangerous Rahkshi, for his power can turn the Toa Nuva against each other! His staff fills opponents with anger and makes them fight among themselves. The Toa Nuva will need all their strength to resist the rage Kurahk creates!
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