If LEGO Star Wars’ Millennium Falcon is any indication, I’m sure the best bet is to buy this LEGO Pokemon set and do it now

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LEGO recently unveiled its new Pokémon sets, and while this is just the beginning of a larger collaboration, the initial three sets give us a preview of what’s to come in 2026. These sets feature Pikachu and a Poké Ball, Eevee, and the Kanto starter Pokémon – Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. While this seems like a strong starting point to generate excitement and sales, the response has been somewhat mixed. Some fans have noted that the Pikachu set doesn’t quite match the quality of other LEGO products, and the set featuring the Kanto starters is considered quite expensive, meaning the LEGO Pokémon line hasn’t gotten off to the best start.

Even if you’re not sure about the new LEGO Pokémon sets, there’s a compelling reason to consider buying one, and it relates to LEGO’s collaboration with Star Wars. LEGO Star Wars sets for 2026 are already generating a lot of excitement, continuing a long history of successful partnerships. The 2007 Millennium Falcon, which cost nearly $5,000, is a prime example, and while there’s a current Millennium Falcon set available for $850, they aren’t comparable. That incredibly expensive 2007 set is exactly why you should purchase your Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise Pokémon sets now, before their value potentially increases.

How LEGO Star Wars Set a Precedent You Shouldn’t Ignore For LEGO Pokemon

The LEGO Millennium Falcon, set number 10179, was first released in 2007. It followed a line of popular LEGO versions of the famous Star Wars ship, and LEGO now even has a dedicated webpage detailing the history of the Millennium Falcon in brick form. This ‘Ultimate Collector’s’ set originally cost $499 and contained 5,197 pieces, with features like rotating and extending parts. Today, however, it’s extremely rare and can cost between $4,000 and $5,000 – or even more – to acquire.

You can currently find the 2017 LEGO Millennium Falcon for around $850. While it’s likely a better build than the 2007 version, the two sets are very different when it comes to cost, collectibility, and overall size.

If You Want Maximum Value For Your Buck When Purchasing LEGO Pokemon, You Have to Act Fast

So, what has the Millennium Falcon set to do with LEGO Pokemon in 2026? The answer is layered:

  • LEGO’s Pokemon collaboration is one of its biggest yet, both in terms of hype and scale, and even bigger than LEGO Star Wars. This means that the products will inevitably be targeted by scalpers and investors, all while becoming a must-have for the millions of Pokemon fans around the world.
  • The Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise LEGO set is arguably comparable to the Millennium Falcon in terms of size and price, and while it may not be limited to a few thousand copies given the popularity of Pokemon and, specifically, Kanto starters, it’s likely to become less and less easy to find or affordable in the future. This means that, if it’s true that history repeats itself, the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set may become much more expensive in a few years, possibly reaching $2,000 or more in value by 2030.
    • Although the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set may be print-to-demand, I’m not sure LEGO anticipates the hype around these in full, especially with Pokemon’s 30th anniversary being this year. There may be months without this set being available, or at least hiccups in production and delivery.
  • Purchasing the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set makes you eligible to get the rarest LEGO Pokemon set of 2026 — Kanto Region Badge Collection. This set comprises the eight Gym Badges from the Kanto region, complete with a display, all built with LEGO bricks. Since the only way to obtain this set is as a gift when purchasing the new Kanto starters set, and since this gift is only available while supplies last (with the set already sold out at this stage, though it may return shortly), it’s very likely to become completely unavailable in the near future. This set will also have a big value of its own on the second-hand market in the future, so the best bet is to get the Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set now to also secure the Kanto Badges (if your region still has it in stock).

Is LEGO Pokemon’s Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise Set Worth It?

Just as the LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon became a prized possession for collectors, this Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set could become equally popular over time. With 6,838 pieces, it’s already the eighth largest LEGO set ever made. Although it’s not currently one of the most expensive, its value could increase significantly in the next few years.

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If you’re considering buying the LEGO Pokémon Kanto Badges set, it’s best to get it soon. The set is becoming hard to find, and it – along with the collectible badges themselves – could become very valuable, potentially worth thousands of dollars. This is because people are already reselling the set online for a significant profit, often hundreds of dollars above retail price.

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2026-01-14 16:36