The LEGO 8543 set is part of the LEGO Bionicle series, which was a line of sets produced by LEGO that blended elements of action figures with the traditional LEGO building experience. Released in 2001, the 8543 set is known as the “Nokama” set, which features one of the six Turaga, wise elders of the Matoran universe. Nokama is specifically the Turaga of Water, guiding and mentoring the Matoran and Toa in the region of Ga-Wahi.
The set itself consists of a modest number of pieces, typically around 27, which come together to create a small, articulated figure adorned in blue and gray colors, emphasizing its affiliation with the element of water. Nokama is equipped with a trident, called a Fin Barbed, as a symbol of authority and as a tool. As with other Turaga sets from the same era, 8543 Nokama featured poseable limbs, a collectible Kanohi mask, and a simple action mechanism that allowed the figure to swing its arm when the gear on its back was turned.
Despite its relatively small size, the Nokama set is cherished by fans for its role in the rich lore of the Bionicle universe and its representation of wisdom, leadership, and the elemental power of water. Collectors and nostalgia seekers often seek out this set for its significance and for the enjoyment of reliving the innovative Bionicle saga that LEGO created during the early 2000s.
