Akita
njo545 · Ninjago
Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu / Season 11 · 2019
Figure ID
njo545
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While she appears in a major retail set, she was exclusive to a single, medium-priced set and remains a highly sought-after character due to her unique mold and cloth piece.
Head
Yellow head with dual-sided printing: one side features a determined face with red fox-whisker-like markings; the reverse side shows a focused combat expression. It includes a specific black hairpiece with an attached white and red fox spirit mask (Kitsune style).
Torso
White torso with a wrap-around robe design (kimono style), featuring red trim and dark red belt details. Printing includes a circular medallion/token at the center. Back printing continues the robe fold and belt details. Arms are white with yellow hands.
Legs
Dual-molded or printed legs featuring a red lower section and white upper section, representing high-waisted hakama-style pants with red flame/fur-like printing on the thighs.
Accessories
The standout accessory is the large, three-tailed white cloth piece with red tips, worn at the hip/waist to represent her Formling shifting abilities. She originally comes with a silver and pearl dark gray dagger/knife in the set.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are White and Red, with yellow skin accents and black hair. The white/red palette specifically references Japanese Shinto priestess (Miko) aesthetics and the Kitsune spirit.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and legs (front). The alignment of the belt across the hip piece is a common point for quality checks. The fox mask on the hairpiece contains very fine black and red detailing.
Variants
There are no official LEGO variants of this specific Akita minifigure. However, she appears as a wolf in the same series, though that is a separate molded animal figure rather than a minifigure variant.
Condition Notes
The white cloth tail is the most fragile part and is prone to fraying at the edges or creasing. The white plastic can show dirt or 'play-wear' scuffs more easily than darker colors. Check for 'neck cracks' on the white torso.
Estimated Value
Used: $25 - $35 USD | New/Mint: $45 - $60 USD. Values fluctuate based on the condition of the cloth tail piece, which often accounts for a large portion of the value.
Price (New)
The figure was included in set 70678 'Castle of the Forsaken Emperor' which retailed for $99.99 USD in 2019.
Compatible Sets
70678 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor (Ninjago: Season 11).
Character Background
Akita is a 'Formling' from the Never-Realm. She has the ability to transform into a three-tailed white wolf. She acted as a guide and ally to Lloyd Garmadon during his quest to find Zane in the icy realm.
Design Notes
The hair/mask combo is a unique mold (part 53949) specifically created for this character. The three-tailed cloth piece (part 54641) is one of the most complex fabric elements LEGO has produced for a standard minifigure.
Similar Minifigures
Lloyd (FS versions), Vex, Blizzard Samurai, and other Season 11 Ninjago figures. Design-wise, she shares an aesthetic with the Series 19 Fox Costume Girl, though Akita is much more detailed and lore-specific.
Collectibility
High. She is a 'one-off' character design with unique parts that haven't been reused, making her a target for completionist Ninjago collectors and fans of animal-themed fantasy figures.
History
Akita represents the design peak of the 'Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu' wave. Since her 2019 debut, fans have requested a 'Wolf Form' version to be packaged together, but her minifigure remains limited to this single release.
Interesting Facts
The three tails on her cloth piece represent her age and power in Kitsune folklore; the mask she wears is based on traditional Japanese 'Omen' masks used in theater and festivals.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Lloyd (Titan Mech) or inside a snow-themed Never-Realm MOC. She should be placed on a clear stand to ensure the cloth tails don't touch the surface and gather dust/fray.
Modification Potential
The hair/mask piece is popular for custom 'Kitsune' or 'Anbu' (Naruto) style minifigures. The tail piece is frequently used in custom MOCs for spiritual or magical creatures.
Overall Assessment
Akita is a top-tier Ninjago minifigure. Between the unique hair mold and the distinctive three-tailed cloth piece, she is a standout character that holds her value well and remains a 'must-have' for the Season 11 collection.