Wood Trick Dragon Castle
Toys and Games July 6, 2025
We recently took our little boy to a toy shop and the entire backwall was covered floor to ceiling in Wood Trick, my little man summed it up perfectly by saying “WOW!”. If you haven’t seen it before Wood Trick make mechanical models that are both straightforward to construct and wonderfully detailed.
The Dragon Castle is like something straight out of a fantasy novel, this isn’t just a wooden model, it’s a full-on, fire-breathing (okay, not literally) tribute to dragons, gears, and imagination. The parts are made from laser-cut eco-friendly certified birch plywood. There is no glue is required, the pieces pop out cleanly, and the quality of the wood is surprisingly good, light, but sturdy, and with a slightly charred edge from the laser cutting that adds a bit of rustic charm.
The build process is detailed, and while it’s not exactly a beginner set, it’s manageable if you take your time. The instructions are fairly intuitive, though there are a few spots where you’ll want to slow down and double-check fit and alignment. It’s a mix of gears, towers, decorative panels, and of course, the dragon perched regally at the top. Some parts do take patience, especially the smaller gears and tight mechanisms but that’s part of the fun.
The magic in the castle really comes to life with when you wind up motor, the gears engage (if you have done it right) and the castle comes to life, towers rotate, the dragon flaps its wings, and there’s this satisfying sense of motion that feels straight out of a fantasy world and it even plays a little tune.
The Dragon Castle is intricate, detailed, and eye-catching, especially if you’re into fantasy, medieval themes, or just unique decor pieces. It also makes for a brilliant gift for model enthusiasts or teens who love dragons and building things.
All in all, the WoodTrick Dragon Castle delivers on both experience and display value. It’s a rewarding project, a conversation piece, and a bit of dragon-powered magic for your desk or shelf. RRP €139,90
- Beautiful, intricate design with fantasy and medieval appeal
- Moving mechanical parts
- No glue required
- High-quality laser-cut wood
- Immersive build experience
- Not beginner-friendly
- Small parts can be fiddly and a bit fragile
