LEGO 72166 Cubone and Gengar: Contents and MSRP (2026)
By Dexhaul Team · October 19, 2026 · 6 min read
LEGO 72166 is the only set in the 2026 SMART Play wave built around Ghost-type Pokémon.
It contains 782 pieces to build Cubone and Gengar alongside a haunted forest scene. MSRP is $89.99 (lego.com). The set released August 2026 as part of the LEGO Pokémon SMART Play wave.
SMART NFC tags are included. The SMART Brick hub is not included and must be purchased separately (or sourced from the All-in-One sets in the line).
What's inside LEGO 72166
| Item | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LEGO bricks | 782 | Verified via Brickset |
| Brick-built Cubone figure | 1 | Gen 1 Ground-type, #104; assembled from included bricks |
| Brick-built Gengar figure | 1 | Gen 1 Ghost/Poison-type, #94; assembled from included bricks |
| Brick-built tree | 1 | Spooky forest scene element |
| Mushroom element | 1 | Scene accessory |
| SMART NFC tags | Included | Activate SMART Play scenarios; SMART Brick required separately |
| SMART Brick hub | 0 | Not included; required for interactive SMART Play; found in All-in-One sets |
The two Pokémon figures stand as display pieces with or without a SMART Brick. Both Cubone and Gengar build from scratch using the included bricks, which means the display can be posed and re-posed as builds rather than being fixed sculptures.
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MSRP and price per piece
The $89.99 MSRP puts 72166 in the mid-range of the LEGO Pokémon SMART Play line. At 782 pieces, the per-piece rate works out to roughly $0.115, which sits between the denser Umbreon/Garchomp set and the premium Charizard/Jolteon set.
| Set | Pieces | MSRP | Per piece | SMART Brick |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72164: Training House with Pikachu (All-in-One) | 400 | $69.99 | $0.175 | Included |
| 72165: Umbreon vs. Garchomp | 831 | $79.99 | $0.096 | Not included |
| 72166: Cubone and Gengar (this set) | 782 | $89.99 | $0.115 | Not included |
| 72167: Charizard vs. Jolteon (All-in-One) | 751 | $119.99 | $0.160 | Included |
The Training House (72164) is the cheapest route to getting the SMART Brick. If you want Cubone and Gengar with full SMART Play, the lowest-cost path is to buy 72164 alongside 72166, totaling $159.98 for both.
How 72166 compares to the SMART Play line
The SMART Play wave launched August 2026 and spans a wide price range. The 72166 Spooky Showdown sits at the third price tier of the five-set "battle" sub-category, above the Umbreon/Garchomp set and below the Charizard/Jolteon All-in-One. For more on the broader LEGO Pokémon range, the buying guide covers every 2026 set.
The closest comparison is 72165 Umbreon and Garchomp at $79.99. That set has 831 pieces (49 more than 72166) but costs $10 less, giving a lower per-piece rate.
The trade-off is theme. 72165 is a battle scene between two Dark/Dragon-type favorites, while 72166 leans into the Halloween ghost aesthetic with the Lavender Town narrative angle described above.
Neither set includes a SMART Brick, so neither activates SMART Play interactivity out of the box. That keeps both sets fully functional as display builds year-round, with the option to add interactive play later.
Release timeline
| Date | Milestone | Status |
|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | LEGO Pokémon SMART Play wave launch (lego.com) | Released |
| October 2026 | In stock at independent retailers at $89.99 MSRP | In stock |
| October 31, 2026 | Halloween: peak demand period for Ghost-themed builds | Approaching |
The set released in August 2026 as part of the same wave as 72164, 72165, and 72167. Independent retailers began stocking in October, and the timing lines up with the Halloween window: Ghost-type Pokémon demand reliably spikes in the last two weeks of October each year.
The Cubone and Gengar pairing: why it works
Gengar is a straightforward Halloween pick. It is one of the original three Ghost-type Pokémon from Gen 1, and its wide grin has made it the default face of Pokémon's spooky aesthetic for over 25 years.
Cubone is the more interesting choice. It is technically a Ground-type, not Ghost. Its Pokédex entries describe it as a Pokémon that wears the skull of its deceased mother and cries for her at night.
In Pokémon Red and Blue, Cubone's storyline takes place inside Pokémon Tower in Lavender Town, a Ghost-type cemetery. Its mother's spirit, as a Marowak ghost, must be put to rest before the story can continue. LEGO's pairing with Gengar in a haunted forest showdown is a direct callback to that Gen 1 narrative thread.
That lore connection also means this is not just a seasonal display. A Cubone and Gengar diorama works year-round for any Gen 1 collector, with the Halloween timing being a bonus rather than the only reason to buy.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Buy 72166 if
You want a Gen 1 ghost-themed display that works at Halloween and year-round. The 782-piece count gives a satisfying build session for ages 8 and up, and the completed scene fits on a standard desk shelf at 11 × 12 × 13 cm per Brickset. If you already own a SMART Brick from another set in the line, the included NFC tags let you activate SMART Play scenarios immediately.
Skip it if
You want SMART Play interactivity out of the box. Neither this set nor 72165 Umbreon and Garchomp includes the SMART Brick. The All-in-One sets, 72164 at $69.99 or 72167 at $119.99, are the only way to get that hardware in the box.
Also skip it if piece density matters most. At 831 pieces for $79.99, the Umbreon and Garchomp set gives more bricks per dollar than 72166's 782 pieces for $89.99.
A note for Q4 gift buyers
At $89.99, 72166 fits the under-$100 Pokémon gifts tier. The Halloween theme makes it most relevant before October 31: order before then to hit the peak gifting window.
The Pokémon 2026 holiday gift guide covers more options across all budgets if you're shopping beyond Halloween.
Frequently asked questions
Does LEGO 72166 include a SMART Brick?
No. SMART NFC tags are included, but the SMART Brick hub is not.
You need a SMART Brick from an All-in-One set (72164 at $69.99 or 72167 at $119.99) to use the interactive SMART Play features. The figures and scene work as a display build without one.
How many pieces are in LEGO 72166?
782 pieces, confirmed via Brickset. The set is rated for ages 8 and up.
What is the MSRP for LEGO 72166?
The MSRP is $89.99 USD as listed on lego.com. Independent retailer prices observed in October 2026 match that MSRP.
Is Cubone a Ghost-type Pokémon?
No. Cubone is a Ground-type. Its ghost-adjacent lore comes from its Gen 1 story: it wears its deceased mother's skull and its storyline takes place in Pokémon Tower, a Ghost-type cemetery in Lavender Town.
When did LEGO 72166 release?
August 2026, as part of the LEGO Pokémon SMART Play wave. The set is currently in stock at independent retailers at its $89.99 MSRP.
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