Lloyd - Jungle Robes (Island / The Island)
njo635 · Ninjago
The Island · 2021
Figure ID
njo635
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2021
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While it appeared in multiple sets in 2021, those sets are now retired, making it harder to find in mint condition.
Head
Yellow head with green eyes; printed with a determined/angry expression on one side and a stern expression on the reverse. The figure utilizes the modern Ninjago Lloyd face print with signature green pupils.
Torso
Green torso with 'Jungle Robe' pattern. Features a dark green right arm and a lime green left arm with dark green hands. The printing depicts metallic dragon scale armor on the left chest and a grey undershirt wrap.
Legs
Olive green legs with dark green hips. Detailed printing includes a wrap-around belt, sandals/rope bindings on the shins, and continued robe patterns that align with the torso.
Accessories
Includes the 'Island' style wrap-around bandana/mask in green and lime green. In original sets, typically accompanied by a silver katana or a bone-handled machete/sword.
Color Scheme
A mix of standard Green, Dark Green, Lime Green, and Olive Green, accented by grey and metallic gold/yellow for the scales.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back), head (dual-sided), and legs (front). The asymmetric arm coloring is a standout design choice for this wave.
Variants
This specific printing is unique to 'The Island' wave. Lloyd has many variants (Golden, Legacy, Movie), but this 'Jungle' version is distinct due to the scale armor and olive legs.
Condition Notes
Watch for 'arm cracks' at the elbows and torso sides due to the dark green plastic. The mask accessory is soft plastic and can sometimes pick up dust or lint in the crevice.
Estimated Value
Used: $4.00 - $6.00 USD; New: $7.00 - $10.00 USD. Prices are stable but slowly rising as the 2021 sets disappear from retail shelves.
Price (New)
N/A (Included in sets ranging from $19.99 to $69.99). Not sold individually.
Compatible Sets
71745 Lloyd's Jungle Chopper Bike, 71746 Jungle Dragon, 71747 The Keepers' Village, 71748 Catamaran Sea Battle.
Character Background
Lloyd Garmadon, the Green Ninja and Elemental Master of Energy. In 'The Island' season, the ninja travel to a mysterious island to find Master Wu and Misako, necessitating these camouflaged jungle robes.
Design Notes
The use of Olive Green for the legs was a departure from Lloyd's usual bright green/black palette, intended to reflect a tactical, survivalist aesthetic for the jungle setting.
Similar Minifigures
njo636 Kai (Island), njo637 Jay (Island), njo638 Zane (Island), njo653 Nya (Island).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. While not the most expensive Lloyd, 'The Island' sub-theme is visually distinct and popular among MOC builders for the unique earth-tone parts.
History
Follows the evolution of Lloyd from the 'Master of the Mountain' series into the 'Seabound' era. Marks the first time Lloyd used this specific asymmetric green color blocking.
Interesting Facts
The 'Jungle Dragon' set (71746) which features this figure won several fan awards for design, making this specific version of Lloyd very well-known among 2021-era collectors.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with the other 'Island' ninja. Use a jungle-themed baseplate with foliage or vine elements to match the olive green and dark green aesthetic.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The olive legs and scaled torso are highly sought after for 'Forestmen' or 'Elven' castle MOCs. The arms can be swapped to create a more symmetrical 'standard' ninja look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed variant of a lead character. While not a 'grail' figure, its unique color palette and high-quality printing make it a centerpiece for the 14th season of Ninjago.