The 10 Best Lego Bionicles

Skull Scorpio (about $39) is a fearsome arachnid with functional pincers and a venomous tail that can strike down enemies in a hurry. It has posable joints and a neon yellow, translucent rib cage, which adds to its eye-catching appearance.

Compatible with other Toa toys in the Bionicle line, Terak, Creature of Earth (around $74) features fierce battle claws that can be used to swipe at opponents by flicking the switch on its back. This set also includes a mask and a shadow trap accessory.

Gali, Uniter of Water (around $79) has a distinctly humanoid appearance that may appeal to children who aren't too crazy about monsters. Alhough you might not be able to tell by the look of it, this character is actually female, and comes with an aquatic battle vessel.

Uxar, Creature of Jungle (around $75) possesses the elemental powers of his region, and he must unite with the character Lewa in order to fulfill his destiny. But make sure the creature avoids the included shadow trap. The set contains 89 pieces and is fully poseable when assembled.

Lewa, Master of Jungle (about $58) protects the golden mask from the evil skull spider that wants to tear it off. This set features a mask pop-off trigger, and its included X-glider converts into two battleaxes. Unite this Toa with Uxar, Creature of Jungle, to create a powerful hero.

Skull Slicer (around $29) is a dangerous, four-armed shadow warrior and an enemy to all the Toa and elemental creatures. You can move his arms with the turn of a wheel, and his grabber weapon is perfect for tearing off the masks of opponents.

With his hooked battleaxes, Skull Basher (about $31) is a daunting enemy of the Toa and the guardian of the Temple of Creation. You can combine him with fellow baddie Skull Slicer to make a dual-headed warrior that has the power of multiple masks.

Ketar, Creature of Stone (appx. $78) is every bit as strong as Pohatu, the Toa who must tame him to gain the powers of rock. He has blade-like claws and a scorpion stinger, both of which are formidable in battle. But can he avoid the included shadow trap?

To take advantage of the power of solid rock, you need Pohatu, Uniter of Stone (appx. $70) on your team. He has a rotating torso for fast-action play, and with 90 pieces in the set, it's a challenge to put together, but not too difficult for the age range of seven to 14 years.

Harness the full powers of ice with the Kopaka and Melum Unity Set (appx. $129), which includes a Toa figure and his corresponding elemental creature. There's a total of 171 pieces, so you can bet the building process will yield hours of enjoyment.