Lloyd - Digi Lloyd
njo570 · Ninjago
Prime Empire · 2020
Figure ID
njo570
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2020
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While exclusive to specific sets within the Prime Empire wave, he was widely produced across several retail sets, making him accessible to most collectors who bought into that year's release cycle.
Head
Bright green head with a printed mask section and light-up 'digital' eyes. Features a dual-sided face with a determined expression on one side and a focused concentration print. Topped with a two-part wrap/helmet piece in green and white with a blue digital icon on the forehead.
Torso
Green torso with high-detail digital armor printing featuring teal circles, black webbing, and lime green accents. The 'Digi' aesthetic is characterized by circuit-board patterns. The right arm is lime green and the left arm is black, with one white hand and one black hand to represent the avatar's asymmetrical digital skin.
Legs
Green legs with continued circuit-board and tech-armor printing that aligns with the torso pattern. Features teal circular 'nodes' on the thighs and shins, reflecting the Prime Empire aesthetic.
Accessories
Equipped with a white shoulder katana holder (scabbard) that holds two lime-green 'Cyber Blades'. In the image, he is also shown with a lime-green sword. These translucent lime weapons are iconic to the Prime Empire wave.
Color Scheme
A vibrant mix of green, lime green, white, and black, accented by neon teal/bright light blue digital highlights.
Printing Details
High-fidelity pad printing. The detail is intricate, particularly the circuit lines and geometric shapes on the torso and legs. The alignment between the torso and hips is generally excellent in this era of Ninjago production.
Variants
This is the standard Digi Lloyd (njo570). Other versions of Lloyd from this era include 'Avatar Lloyd' (njo566) which features a more casual hoodie look, and numerous variations from the following 'Master of the Mountain' season.
Condition Notes
Key wear points include the white hand (easily discolored) and the lime green blades (prone to nicks/bending). Check for stress marks on the white scabbard clips where the swords slide in.
Estimated Value
Used complete: $4.00 - $7.00 USD. New/Mint: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. The value is relatively stable as it is a modern, mass-released character.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from the $19.99 'Jay and Lloyd's Velocity Racers' to the $79.99 'Empire Dragon'. It was not sold as a standalone blind-bag figure.
Compatible Sets
71709 Jay and Lloyd's Velocity Racers, 71713 Empire Dragon, 71716 Lloyd Avatar Arcade Pod (as the main character).
Character Background
Lloyd Garmadon, the Green Ninja, enters the video game world of 'Prime Empire' to face off against Unagami. In this digital world, the ninjas take on these 'Digi' forms which act as their in-game avatars.
Design Notes
This design was part of LEGO's push toward a 'cyberpunk' aesthetic for Ninjago. The use of mismatched arm and hand colors is a specific design choice to emphasize the 'avatar' or 'glitch' nature of the character inside the game.
Similar Minifigures
Digi Kai (njo563), Digi Jay (njo560), Digi Cole (njo564), and Digi Nya (njo565). These figures all share the same technological aesthetic and scabbard pieces.
Collectibility
Moderate. Every Ninjago collector aims for the complete 'Digi' team from Season 12. While not a high-value investment, it is a staple of the show's middle-era history.
History
Released in early 2020 as part of the 12th season of Ninjago. It marked a significant departure from traditional ninja robes toward a more science-fiction, tech-heavy design language.
Interesting Facts
The blue icon on the forehead of the mask is a 'Ninjalphabet' character. This wave featured unique lime green 'trans-neon' weapons that were highly sought after for MOC builders.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the Lloyd Avatar Arcade Pod (71716) or within a neon-lit cyberpunk city MOC. Use a transparent blue stand to mimic a 'floating' digital effect.
Modification Potential
The torso and legs are excellent for 'Cyberpunk' or 'Sci-Fi' custom minifigures. The white scabbard is frequently used by customizers for snowy or space-themed warriors.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking minifigure that perfectly captures the Prime Empire aesthetic. It offers fantastic detail for its price point and is a required piece for any Ninjago completionist.