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Emperor's Stronghold

Emperor's Stronghold

3053-1·LEGO·1999·3 minifigs·91 parts

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$156.99
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About Emperor's Stronghold

Emperor's Stronghold (3053-1) is a LEGO LEGO set released in 1999, currently averaging $156.99 used on BrickLink. It comes with 3 minifigures worth a combined $31.45. The set has retired from retail, so secondary market is the only option. The full parts inventory runs 91 pieces.

Part-out value

The minifigures make up only 20% of this set's value ($31.45 out of $156.99). The bulk of the value is in the parts or the set being complete. Sell it as a complete set if possible.

Seller notes

  • This is a vintage set (1999). Condition of the box and instructions significantly affects value. A complete set with original box and instructions can sell for well above the average.

Minifigures in Emperor's Stronghold (3)

Ninja - Red
Ninja - Red
cas050×2$3.75
Ninja - Shogun, White with Armor
Ninja - Shogun, White with Armor
cas057$11.34
Ninja - Princess, White
Ninja - Princess, White
cas058$12.61

Parts (91)

Plastic Flag 3 x 6 Ninja Pattern Black
Plastic Flag 3 x 6 Ninja Pattern Black
×2
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Black Dragon Pattern
Flag 2 x 2 Square with Black Dragon Pattern
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
Minifigure, Utensil Control Panel
×2
Tile 1 x 4
Tile 1 x 4
×2
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
Brick 1 x 1 x 5 - Hollow Stud
×2
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
Brick 1 x 2 x 5
×4
Brick 1 x 16
Brick 1 x 16
×3
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Container, Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Horse Barding, Ruffled Edge with Gold and Blue Pattern
Horse Barding, Ruffled Edge with Gold and Blue Pattern
Projectile Launcher Part, Cannon Base 2 x 4
Projectile Launcher Part, Cannon Base 2 x 4
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handle on Side - Free Ends
×2
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
Tile, Modified 1 x 1 with Clip
×4
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4
Hinge Train Gate 2 x 4
×2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
Brick 1 x 2
×18
Plate, Modified 6 x 8 Trap Door Frame Horizontal
Plate, Modified 6 x 8 Trap Door Frame Horizontal
Plate, Modified 4 x 5 with Trap Door Hinge
Plate, Modified 4 x 5 with Trap Door Hinge
Brick 1 x 1
Brick 1 x 1
×2
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
Fence 1 x 4 x 2 Spindled with 2 Studs
×4
Brick 1 x 8
Brick 1 x 8
×2
Brick 1 x 6
Brick 1 x 6
×7
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 2 with Log Profile
×15
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
×7
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
Brick, Modified 1 x 4 with Log Profile
×6
Panel 2 x 6 x 6 with Log Profile (Palisade)
Panel 2 x 6 x 6 with Log Profile (Palisade)
×2
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel 24 Facet
Panel 4 x 6 x 6 Sloped with Multicolored Rock Pattern
Panel 4 x 6 x 6 Sloped with Multicolored Rock Pattern
×2
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Shamshir / Katana (Octagonal Guard)
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Shamshir / Katana (Octagonal Guard)
×2
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Shamshir / Katana (Octagonal Guard)
Minifigure, Weapon Sword, Shamshir / Katana (Octagonal Guard)
×2
Hook Grappling
Hook Grappling
×2
Plate 2 x 2
Plate 2 x 2
×2
Door 1 x 5 x 7 1/2 Stockade
Door 1 x 5 x 7 1/2 Stockade
×2
Minifigure, Utensil Zipline Trolley with Handle and Pulley Wheel
Minifigure, Utensil Zipline Trolley with Handle and Pulley Wheel
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
Plate 1 x 2
×12
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 2 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Plate 6 x 8
Slope 45 2 x 3
Slope 45 2 x 3
×4
Slope 45 2 x 2
Slope 45 2 x 2
×2
Slope 45 2 x 1
Slope 45 2 x 1
×2
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×12
Brick, Round  1 x 1
Brick, Round 1 x 1
×14
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
Tile 2 x 2
×2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
Tile 1 x 2
×3
Slope 33 3 x 4
Slope 33 3 x 4
×5
Slope 33 3 x 2
Slope 33 3 x 2
×10
Plate 6 x 14
Plate 6 x 14
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder
×2
Brick 1 x 3
Brick 1 x 3
×14
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×4
Plate 1 x 3
Plate 1 x 3
×6
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
Slope, Inverted 45 2 x 2 with Flat Bottom Pin
×2
Plate 1 x 6
Plate 1 x 6
×2
Slope 33 3 x 3 Double Convex Corner
Slope 33 3 x 3 Double Convex Corner
×2
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Slope 75 2 x 2 x 3 - Hollow Studs
×2
Technic, Brick 1 x 16 with Holes
Technic, Brick 1 x 16 with Holes
Plate 1 x 4
Plate 1 x 4
×6
Plate 2 x 6
Plate 2 x 6
×3
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
Plate, Modified 1 x 2 with Bar Handles - Flat Ends, Low Attachment
×3
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
Minifigure, Weapon Lance
Baseplate 16 x 32
Baseplate 16 x 32
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
Brick, Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole
×2
Cone 2 x 2 x 2 - Open Stud
Cone 2 x 2 x 2 - Open Stud
×2
Plate 6 x 6
Plate 6 x 6
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
Minifigure, Utensil Space Gun / Torch
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Headlight
×16
Plate, Round 1 x 1
Plate, Round 1 x 1
×6
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
Plate, Modified 1 x 1 with Light Attachment - Thick Ring
×4
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
Ladder 1 1/2 x 2 x 2
×7
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 - Hollow Studs
×4
Slope 33 3 x 1
Slope 33 3 x 1
×10
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
Hinge Plate 1 x 4
×2
Horse with Black Eyes, White Pupils and Dark Orange Bridle Pattern
Horse with Black Eyes, White Pupils and Dark Orange Bridle Pattern
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Minifigure, Weapon Pike / Spear - Handle with Round End
Cone 1 x 1
Cone 1 x 1
×2
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Studs on 4 Sides
Brick, Modified 1 x 1 with Studs on 4 Sides
×2
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Container, Treasure Chest Bottom with Slots in Back
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Curved with Thick Hinge
Container, Treasure Chest Lid Curved with Thick Hinge
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
Dish 2 x 2 Inverted (Radar)
×4
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
Panel 1 x 2 x 1
×5
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
Rock Panel 3 x 8 x 7 Triangular (LURP)
×2
Dragon Wing
Dragon Wing
×2
Technic, Axle  3L with Stud
Technic, Axle 3L with Stud
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
Minifigure, Utensil Coins on Sprue (10, 20, 30, 40) Type 1
Projectile Launcher, Cannon Shooting
Projectile Launcher, Cannon Shooting
Minifigure, Helmet Ninja Horn
Minifigure, Helmet Ninja Horn
×2
String, Cord Thin    28cm (36L)
String, Cord Thin 28cm (36L)

Common questions about Emperor's Stronghold

How much is LEGO Emperor's Stronghold (3053-1) worth?

Emperor's Stronghold sells for an average of $156.99 used on BrickLink based on 6 months of completed sales. As a retired set, prices tend to hold steady or appreciate over time, especially for complete sets with original packaging. Actual prices vary with completeness — missing minifigures or key parts will lower the value.

What minifigures come in LEGO set 3053-1?

This set includes 3 minifigures: Ninja - Red ($3.75), Ninja - Shogun, White with Armor ($11.34), Ninja - Princess, White ($12.61). The minifigures have a combined BrickLink value of $31.45. Each figure is linked above with individual pricing if you're looking to buy or sell specific characters.

Is it worth parting out LEGO Emperor's Stronghold?

The minifigures make up about 20% of the set value ($31.45 out of $156.99). Most of the value is in the complete set package, so selling it whole is likely the better move unless you have buyers lined up for specific figures.

Is LEGO Emperor's Stronghold (3053-1) retired?

Yes, Emperor's Stronghold was released in 1999 and has been retired from retail for several years. Retired LEGO sets are only available on the secondary market through BrickLink, eBay, or other resale platforms. At its current price point, it has appreciated since retirement.

How do I check if my Emperor's Stronghold set is complete?

Use the parts list on this page to check every piece and all 3 minifigures. For the minifigures specifically, you can use the brick'em scanner to identify each figure from a photo and confirm it matches what should be in this set. Missing pieces can be individually sourced on BrickLink.

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