Kai - Legacy, Rebooted (Stone Armor)
njo492 · Ninjago
Legacy / Rebooted · 2019 - Released as part of the first wave of Ninjago Legacy, which celebrated the early years of the theme with modernized designs.
Figure ID
njo492
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019 - Released as part of the first wave of Ninjago Legacy, which celebrated the early years of the theme with modernized designs.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon - This figure appeared in multiple sets and a polybag, making it widely accessible to collectors during its production run.
Head
Features a dual-sided face with a determined expression on one side and an angry/fighting expression on the other. Includes the classic ninja wrap/mask in red.
Torso
Red torso with front and back printing depicting a black Gi wrap, a silver buckle, and a golden dragon emblem on the back. Hands are black.
Legs
Red legs with printing on the front of the hips and legs, showing a dark red belt tie and fabric folds consistent with ninja attire.
Accessories
Commonly paired with the Golden Dragon Sword (Sword of Fire), though sometimes equipped with standard katanas depending on the set context.
Color Scheme
Dominant red with black and gold accents. The color scheme is iconic to the character Kai, the Master of Fire.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front/back) and legs (front). The alignment is typically consistent with modern LEGO standards.
Variants
This is the Legacy version of the Season 3 (Rebooted) suit. It differs from the original 2014 version (njo091) which had slightly different printing and a different mask mold.
Condition Notes
Check for typical 'play wear' such as scratches on the torso and loose neck joints. The gold sword may show bite marks or stress whitening if played with heavily.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $3.00 - $5.00 USD. New/Mint: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. Prices are stable due to high supply.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $9.99 (Polybag/Small set) to $79.99 (Legacy Fire Fang).
Compatible Sets
70667 Kai's Blade Cycle & Zane's Snowmobile, 30535 Fire Flight Polybag, 70670 Monastery of Spinjitzu (alternate version context), 70665 The Samurai Mech.
Character Background
Kai is the Elemental Master of Fire and one of the primary protagonists of Ninjago. This suit represents his 'Stone Armor' look used during the battle against the Overlord's Nindroid army.
Design Notes
The Legacy line updated the facial prints to better match the character's appearance in the later seasons of the TV show while keeping the spirit of the original suit designs.
Similar Minifigures
njo091 (Original Rebooted Kai), njo541 (FS Kai), and other Legacy ninja such as Lloyd (njo497) or Jay (njo488).
Collectibility
Moderate. While not a high-value investment piece, it is essential for fans wanting to complete their Legacy collection or a history of Kai's suits.
History
Ninajgo Legacy launched in 2019 to revisit iconic moments from the show's history. This specific figure pays homage to the 2014 'Rebooted' aesthetic.
Interesting Facts
The mask piece used here is a two-part mold introduced in later years, which was more durable and allowed for better display of eyes than the original 2011 single-piece masks.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside the other five original ninjas in their Legacy Stone Armor suits on a stepped display stand.
Modification Potential
The torso and legs are versatile for custom fire-themed warriors or modern fantasy ninjas.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed representation of an iconic Ninjago era. Recommended for core Ninjago fans; 7/10 for design and accuracy.