LEGO SET 76217 - Alternate build | I Am Groot

Finding New Life in 76217-1 I Am Groot

The LEGO® 76217-1 “I Am Groot” set is a delightful display piece on its own, but its true magic lies in the rich array of parts—curved slopes, foliage elements, and those iconic root-like pieces. With a few simple tweaks, you can transform Baby Groot into something entirely unexpected. Whether you’re after a BrickHeadz-style homage, a functional desktop accent, or a whimsical woodland creature, this set’s blend of earthy colors and organic shapes unlocks boundless creative potential. Try swapping components between builds, experimenting with color accents, or combining this set’s unique elements with parts from your collection to spark fresh MOC ideas.

Alternative Builds Using Only 76217-1 Parts

Below are two standout models you can build immediately, using only the bricks in your “I Am Groot” box.

I am Fixed!

By Pomyslaw
Get the instructions: I am Fixed! on Rebrickable

Baby Groot BrickHeadz 76217 Alternate

By cyranodebergerac
Get the instructions: Baby Groot BrickHeadz on Rebrickable

Builds Combining 76217-1 with Other Sets

If you’re willing to integrate pieces from your wider collection, these creative designs take Groot in bold new directions.

Adult Groot 76217 Alternate Build

By cyranodebergerac
Get the instructions: Adult Groot on Rebrickable

I Am Bear! 76217 Alternate Build

By cyranodebergerac
Get the instructions: I Am Bear! on Rebrickable

Mini Robot for Little LEGO Character

By SHAMAN1974
Get the instructions: Mini Robot on Rebrickable

Whether you stick with the set’s standalone parts or mix in bricks from other kits, these alternate builds showcase how versatile and playful 76217-1 can be. Happy building!