Set Facts
- The Crystal King features movable arms, legs, hinged jaws with three locking positions, and spiky crystal armor.
- Included minifigures are Engineer and Duke (version 2), along with accessories like a spinning drill, dynamite, and yellow crystals.
- The Crystal King stands 6½ inches (16.5 cm) tall and is described as the king of the rock monsters.
- Crystal King was designed by LEGO designer Mark Stafford.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Crystal King Reviews
Eurobricks
“There are a few pieces in this set that I think are pretty neat, and the set's moderate price tag make them a fun thing to pick up. While I don't expect fans to be doing cartwheels down the street to pick this one up, I do think the bashing was a bit premature, my own... More included. I think opinion initially was cruel to the Power Miners theme, but history will bode well for it.”
Brickipedia
“The Crystal King has grabbing claws and crystallized teeth. His body is glowing with crystals, caused by devouring many crystals in the past, and he can fit a whole Power Miner in his mouth. Because this set features no vehicle of the Power Miners, it has no set number on... More any bricks, unlike every other Power Miners set (excluding the promotions: 8907 and 8908).”
Full review at brickipedia.fandom.com
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
11 mos (this set 13 mos)
Annual growth
+8.20% (this set +10.40%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Crystal King currently ranks #6 out of the top most owned sets in Power Miners.
About Power Miners
Power Miners was a LEGO theme released in 2009 and was the successor to Rock Raiders and was generally set in underground caverns. Two generations of the theme were released, in the first generation, Power Miners are deep in the crust of the Earth where they fight the Rock Monsters. In the second generation, Power Miners have drilled into the volcanic recesses of the Earth's core where team faces the Lava Monsters. The theme was discontinued in 2010.
Summary
Power Miners Crystal King set 8962 was released on May 30, 2009, retailing for $20, it has since been retired. New, unopened sets are valued at $212, used ones can be found for $38.
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Beware the wrath of the Crystal King!
The Crystal King, king of the rock monsters, has awakened – and he’s not happy! With his spiky stone armor, crushing grip and mysterious crystal energy powers, the Crystal King is the most powerful foe the Power Miners have ever faced. Will a power drill and their wits be enough to save the day?
1 engineer and 1 Power Miner minifigure included!
Crystal King features spiky armor, moveable arm and legs, and opening jaws and hands!
Accessories include dynamite, spinning drill tool and yellow c
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