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Forget the cackling hag stirring a cauldron of doom. The Witch House, a 2,900-piece love letter to fantasy builders, flips the script: here, the witch is a healer, a mother, and the quiet heartbeat of a forest village. This isn’t a set about curses, it’s about good witches.
Designed by Castor-Troy, a 10K Club member on LEGO® Ideas, the project leans into the "rehabilitated witch" trope with surprising warmth. The witch lives in harmony with nature, brewing potions to heal villagers and nobles alike. Her home isn’t a creepy shack, it’s a detailed cottage, complete with textured walls, sloped roofs, and enough charm to make even the Baroness (included as a minifigure) feel welcome.
A Set That Plays Well With Others
The Witch House isn’t just a standalone marvel. It’s modular magic. Slot it next to your LEGO® castle, blacksmith, or heroic fantasy diorama, and suddenly, your medieval village has a healer’s hut. Or, if you’re feeling whimsical, pair it with modern minifigures for a "back-to-nature" vibe. The design’s versatility is its superpower.
At 2,900 pieces, this isn’t a quick build, it’s a weekend project for fans of the theme. The attention to structural details (walls, roofs, and overall harmony) suggests a set that’s as satisfying to assemble as it is to display.
Minifigures That Tell a Story
Five minifigures come with the set, each adding depth:
- The witch and her two children (because even magical moms need help with chores).
- The Baroness, presumably there for a discreet healing session (or to gossip).
- A sick old man, proving this witch’s services are in high demand.
The inclusion of animals, likely a mix of farmyard critters and forest creatures.
Why This Witch House Matters
LEGO® has dabbled in fantasy before, but rarely with this much narrative warmth. The Witch House doesn’t just give you a building, it gives you a story. It’s a set that invites you to imagine: Who’s knocking on the door next? What’s in that potion bottle? And, most importantly, how soon can I clear my schedule to build this?
In a world where fantasy often defaults to battles and dragons, this set is a quiet rebellion. It’s cozy. It’s kind. And, if LEGO® greenlights it, it might just be the essential centerpiece for your next Medieval.
Final Thought: A Spell Worth Casting
If LEGO® Ideas has taught us anything, it’s that fans crave sets with soul. The Witch House delivers, no curses required. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a forest cottage to assemble.
