Beyond the Final Duel: Creative Alternate Builds for LEGO Set 75291-1 Death Star Final Duel

An Epic New Take on the Galaxy’s Greatest Showdown

Imagine stepping into the silence of a hollowed-out Death Star corridor. Echoes of distant blaster fire reverberate against cold, metallic walls, and a single, ominous spotlight casts long shadows. Here, on this gargantuan space station turned battleground, two adversaries converge for their final duel—a clash that will decide the fate of the galaxy. But what if this iconic scene could be reimagined, reshaped, and expanded beyond the confines of the official set? What if you could invoke fresh storytelling, new angles of conflict, and surprising microcosms of Star Wars lore all within the brick-built framework of Set 75291-1?

The original Death Star Final Duel offers a dramatic, cinematic snapshot: Luke Skywalker locked in combat with Darth Vader, the Emperor’s looming visage in the background, and the echoing abyss of space beyond broken windows. Yet for builders and storytellers alike, the true magic lies in the set’s modular design and rich assortment of specialized parts—those dark gray panels, sloped walls, transparent elements, and curved arches. These components unlock a wealth of MOC’ing potential: throne rooms reborn as dioramas, entire battlescapes from distant star systems, or functional display stands spotlighting miniature starfighters.

Delving into these possibilities transforms a single playset into a multifaceted design studio. One builder might recreate the fateful Battle of Christophsis, complete with Republic gunships skimming molten lava rivers, while another stages an intimate throne-room tableau that highlights the drama of light and shadow. Meanwhile, the structural elements can be refashioned into sleek stands, showcasing a TIE Fighter as if frozen in a deadly ballet of dogfight maneuvers. Each reinterpretation not only breathes new life into the original set but also encourages you to explore your creativity, hone advanced building techniques, and share uniquely personal visions of the Star Wars universe.

Whether you’re a seasoned MOC-leader or a newcomer eager to expand your repertoire, these alternate builds illustrate how a single LEGO set can spawn an entire gallery of original creations. Below, we’ll guide you through three standout MOCs that repurpose the Death Star’s parts into entirely new builds.

Alternate Builds Gallery

Throne Room Duel Diorama

Designer: Master Mouldie
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-157541/Master%20Mouldie/throne-room-duel-diorama-base-instructions-free-in-description

The Battle of Christophsis

Designer: Sir BuildsALot
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-126699/Sir%20BuildsALot/the-battle-of-christophsis

TIE Fighter Stand

Designer: Sir BuildsALot
Get the instructions: https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-169196/Sir%20BuildsALot/tie-fighter-stand