I'm generally a fan of any set that includes Yoda. Toss in a Wookiee (this time, a notable Chief Tarfful), and you've got my attention.
Unfortunately, that's where the good news ends with the Droid Gunship (set 75233). Despite the presence of our little green Jedi and a blinged-out Wookiee, this build was a resounding disappointment.
Checking in at 389 pieces, this set is from the "Revenge of the Sith" movie. Besides the two minifigures, it includes two battle droids with distinct green markings to represent combat on the planet of Kashyyyk.
In its defense (pun intended), the gunship features an impressive array of weaponry. Non-firing directional cannons are supplemented by eight flick missiles and a couple of stud shooters, to go with a lowering landing gear to facilitate ground assaults.
There are a couple of clever aspects to the ship itself, but overall it is a clunky build that doesn't stay together great (as evidenced by the picture above, which omits a number of pieces that fell off during normal play). The gunship has a sleek profile, but it is a plain design without unique features or functionality.
Bottom line: It's a really plain and, frankly, boring set, making it expensive for what you actually get. Overall, this is one of my least-favorite Star Wars Lego sets, a disappointing build for a brand that has set such a high bar.
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