Set:8596
8596 Takanuva | |
Large Set | |
Set number | 8596 |
Subtheme | Makuta & Rahkshi |
Release date | Late-2003 |
Pieces | 200 |
MSRP | $29.99 (US) |
Ages | 9+ |
Instructions |
Set 8596 Takanuva is a large boxed set released in late 2003, portraying the Toa Takanuva and the Ussanui.
Product Description
The following is a product description taken directly from LEGO. View the source here |
The Toa of Light will save Mata Nui! Legends tell of a mysterious and powerful Seventh Toa who will save the island from Makuta… and now he has arrived! Wearing the Kanohi Avohkii, the Mask of Light, and carrying the Kolhii Staff of Light, he will challenge the darkness of Makuta to free the Matoran. His vehicle, the Ussanui, can speed through the ancient tunnels beneath the island to reach Makuta's lair. The final challenge is about the begin! Push the lever down on Ussanui to make the landing gear come down. Fit the kraata into the Ussanui to help it track down Makuta! Combine this model with #8593 Makuta to build the powerful Takutanuva! |
Set Information
The Takanuva set contains 200 pieces, and was first released in the fourth quarter of 2003.
By combining pieces from Takanuva with 8593 Makuta, one can build the Takutanuva combiner model. The Takanuva set was later included alongside the Makuta set in the combo pack 3287 Takutanuva, as well as the special edition 10201 Takutanuva, which included a special Movie Edition Kraahkan.
During December 2003, the set was available gift-wrapped on LEGO Shop, with the set number 8596GW.[1]
Features
Spinning a gear on Takanuva's back causes the set to swing its right arm.
A lever on the left side of the Ussanui allowed one to raise or lower its landing gear.
Collectibles
Takanuva wears a golden Avohkii. A transparent Avohkii infused with golden glitter was also included in the set, which is said to represent the Mask of Light while in use. A dark gray Hau, which belonged to Jaller in-story, is mounted on the front of the Ussanui.
Reception
8596 Takanuva scored a total of 84 on Brick Insights, indicating positive reviews. Writing for BZPower, administrator Rich gave the set a 9/10, praising the set for its price-per-parts value and overall build.
Trivia
- In the sets instruction manual, the names of the 8594 Jaller & Gukko and the 8595 Takua & Pewku sets are switched.
See also
- 8595 Takua & Pewku - features Takua, the Matoran form of Takanuva
- 8699 Takanuva
- 7135 Takanuva
References
BIONICLE Sets of 2003 | ||
Small | 8581 Kopeke | 8582 Matoro | 8583 Hahli | 8584 Hewkii | 8585 Hafu | 8586 Macku | |
Medium | 8573 Nuhvok-Kal | 8574 Tahnok-Kal | 8575 Kohrak-Kal | 8576 Lehvak-Kal | 8577 Pahrak-Kal | 8578 Gahlok-Kal 8587 Panrahk | 8588 Kurahk | 8589 Lerahk | 8590 Guurahk | 8591 Vorahk | 8592 Turahk | |
Large | Standard | 8593 Makuta | 8594 Jaller & Gukko | 8595 Takua & Pewku | 8596 Takanuva |
Special | 10201 Takutanuva | |
Collectible | 8580 Kraata | 8599 Krana-Kal | |
Promotional | 1441 Fikou | |
see full list |
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