LEGO Pokemon Rayquaza Set 72168 Leaks With Zinnia Minifigure — Price, Pieces, and August Release Date

The LEGO Pokemon line has been on an absolute tear since its February 2026 debut, and the leaks keep rolling in. The latest comes from reliable LEGO leaker Brick Tap on X, who dropped new details on the upcoming set 72168 LEGO Rayquaza — and there’s a detail in there that has the LEGO and Pokemon collector communities both paying close attention: this set is reportedly going to include a minifigure of Zinnia from Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

That makes the Rayquaza set only the second LEGO Pokemon set confirmed to include a human minifigure alongside the Pokemon model itself, and for collectors who care about minifigures specifically, it makes this one a must-grab.

LEGO Rayquaza Set 72168 — Everything Leaked So Far

Here’s what Brick Tap has confirmed:

• Set number: 72168
• Price: $129.99 / €129.99
• Piece count: 1,038 pieces
• Age rating: 12+
• Release date: August 1, 2026
• Includes: Zinnia minifigure

No images of the set or the Zinnia minifigure have been shared yet. What the leak provides is the structural details — Rayquaza might be the most expensive of the three LEGO Pokemon models in the August wave at $129.99/€129.99 for 1,038 pieces. Interestingly, that means the Rayquaza set actually has fewer pieces than the Arcanine set (1,190 pieces at $99.99), which suggests Rayquaza’s larger or more specialized brick types are driving its higher price point. Long, sweeping dragon bodies tend to require larger custom-molded elements rather than small standard bricks — which tracks with what a poseable Rayquaza model would need structurally.

The Zinnia minifigure is the detail that elevates this set from “great Pokemon pick” to “essential for collectors.” Up until this leak, the Poke Ball set was understood to be the only one in the August wave to include minifigures. Now Rayquaza has been confirmed to include one too, making it the only solo Pokemon model in the 18+ line confirmed to ship with a human character alongside it.

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Who Is Zinnia and Why Does Her Inclusion Make Sense?

If you’ve only played the mainline Pokemon games and skipped the Gen 6 remakes, Zinnia might be new to you — but she’s a genuinely beloved character among fans who’ve spent time in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. Here’s the condensed version:

Zinnia is the Lore Keeper of the Draconid people, an ancient tribe from the Hoenn region whose entire culture is built around their reverence for Rayquaza. According to Hoenn legend, when the ancient conflict between Groudon and Kyogre threatened to destroy the world centuries ago, it was Rayquaza who descended from the sky and ended the battle. The Draconids have worshipped Rayquaza as a divine protector ever since, and Zinnia — as their Lore Keeper — carries the responsibility of that tradition into the modern day.

In the Delta Episode, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire’s post-game content, Zinnia takes center stage in a way that no previous Pokemon rival or supporting character had. A meteorite is on a collision course with the planet, and the world’s governments have a plan to redirect it using dimensional technology. Zinnia thinks that plan will cause a catastrophe, and she’s not wrong. Her solution: awaken Rayquaza, have it Mega Evolve — which requires a trainer worthy enough to control it — and destroy the asteroid the old-fashioned way. She challenges the player to prove they’re up to the task.

The pairing of Zinnia with the Rayquaza LEGO set is narratively perfect. You can’t really tell the story of why Rayquaza matters without the Draconids, and you can’t talk about the Draconids in modern Pokemon without Zinnia being the face of that connection. LEGO’s decision to include her rather than a generic trainer minifigure shows they understand the lore well enough to make a meaningful choice.

What Will the Zinnia Minifigure Look Like?

No images yet, but there’s enough to work with. Zinnia’s character design is distinctive enough that her minifigure should be immediately recognizable to fans:

• Cape/cloak: Zinnia wears a flowing red and white cloak in her game sprites and artwork. LEGO will almost certainly render this as a fabric cape accessory — the kind already in use across various LEGO Castle, Harry Potter, and DC sets. Getting that flowing silhouette right is essential to making the figure recognizable
• Hair: Zinnia has long dark hair styled in distinctive twintails with red ornaments. This will likely require a custom hair piece mold rather than reusing an existing LEGO hairpiece, which adds to the minifigure’s collectible value
• Arm accessories: Zinnia wears a Mega Bracelet and has distinctive arm wrappings that tie into her Draconid heritage. These could be represented through printed arm details or a separate accessory element
• Expression: Zinnia is known for her alternately playful and intense personality. Her minifigure face print is going to be a big deal for fans

For LEGO minifigure collectors specifically, a human Pokemon character minifigure in an 18+ set is rare enough that this is already generating serious interest. The only comparable announcement is the Poke Ball set, which reportedly includes multiple minifigures — though specific character details for that set haven’t been confirmed.

The Full LEGO Pokemon Summer 2026 Lineup

Rayquaza isn’t dropping alone. Reputable LEGO news and leaks source Brick Built Blogs confirmed eight LEGO Pokemon sets for 2026, with three of them being entirely new and not leaked before. Here’s the full picture of what’s coming:

18+ Sets (August 1, 2026)

• Munchlax (set 72150) — 757 pieces, $69.99
• Arcanine (set 72160) — 1,190 pieces, $99.99
• Rayquaza (set 72168) — 1,038 pieces, $129.99, includes Zinnia minifigure
• Poke Ball with minifigures (set 72154) — price TBD, includes multiple minifigures

Smart Play Sets

• Jigglypuff (set 72159) — singing set
• Jolteon vs. Charizard — battle-themed Smart Play set
• Mew — set number TBD
• Bidoof — set number TBD
• Garchomp — set number TBD

The Mew, Bidoof, and Garchomp sets are completely new and very welcome surprises that had not appeared in previous leaks. Garchomp in particular is an interesting choice — it’s one of the most beloved pseudo-legendary Pokemon in the franchise and has been a fan favorite since its Diamond and Pearl debut. A LEGO Garchomp model has the potential to be a real standout in the lineup depending on how the shark-dragon shape translates to brick form.

How Does This Compare to LEGO Pokemon’s Debut Wave?

The first wave of LEGO Pokemon sets launched in February 2026 and set the commercial baseline the line is now clearly building on. The debut included:

• Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise — 6,838 pieces, $649.99 (the landmark collector set)
• Pikachu and Poke Ball — 2,050 pieces, $199.99
• Eevee — 587 pieces, $59.99
• Kanto Region Badge Collection — exclusive launch bonus
• Mini Pokemon Center — compact companion set

The August wave is positioned in the middle of that price range — no $650 mega-set, but also nothing as accessible as the Eevee entry point. Munchlax at $69.99 is the most accessible option, while Rayquaza at $129.99 sits in the premium tier without reaching the colossal price points of the Kanto starter trio. That pricing structure suggests LEGO is deliberately building out the line with varied entry points rather than front-loading every wave with the same collector-tier ambition.

Should You Buy the Rayquaza Set?

For Pokemon fans: yes, almost certainly. Rayquaza is one of the most visually striking Legendary Pokemon in the entire franchise — a massive serpentine dragon with a wingspan and presence that should translate beautifully to a LEGO build at this piece count. The Zinnia minifigure makes it the only solo Pokemon model in the 18+ line with a human character, which adds a layer of display value that the Munchlax and Arcanine sets don’t have.

For LEGO collectors more broadly: the 12+ age rating and 1,038-piece count at $129.99 puts it in a comfortable spot for adult display builds. It’s not an impulse purchase, but it’s significantly more accessible than the $650 Kanto trio set and the build complexity should be substantial enough to justify the price for anyone already invested in the Pokemon LEGO line.

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