Ghost Ninja Ming
njo142 · Ninjago
Possession · 2015 - Debuted during the 5th season of the Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu television series.
Figure ID
njo142
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2015 - Debuted during the 5th season of the Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu television series.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While specific to the Possession wave, this foot soldier appeared in multiple mid-range sets, making him accessible but currently retired.
Head
Transparent Neon Green head with a 'Ghost' face print featuring glowing eyes and a sinister smirk. It is covered by a dark blue ninja wrap/mask with a purple headband.
Torso
Dark Blue torso with armor plating, silver chain, and tattered 'spirit' cloth printing in sand blue and light gray. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Transparent Neon Green legs with dark blue hips. The printing features tattered robes, a belt, and armor plates consistent with the ghost army aesthetic.
Accessories
The base figure (as pictured) is missing its gear. Officially, he usually carries a ghost katana or a crossbow with ghost-fire (Trans-Neon Green) attachments.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Dark Blue, Black, and Trans-Neon Green. The purple headband provides a secondary accent common to the Ghost Ninja army.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front and back) and the front of the legs. The use of Trans-Neon Green plastic for the head and legs acts as a 'glow' effect.
Variants
Ming shares many parts with other ghost warriors like Spyder (njo145) or Pitch (njo155). The specific combination of the purple headband wrap and this torso defines Ming.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include 'stress marks' on the transparent leg sockets, which are more brittle than solid ABS plastic. Look for scratches on the transparent surfaces.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD. New/Mint: $7.00 - $10.00 USD. The value remains stable as he is a 'builder' figure for ghost armies.
Price (New)
The figure was available in sets ranging from $29.99 (70733) to $119.99 (70736).
Compatible Sets
70733 Blaster Bike, 70736 Attack of the Morro Dragon, and 70735 Ronin R.E.X.
Character Background
Ming is a soldier in the Ghost Army led by Morro. They are spirits from the Cursed Realm seeking to reclaim the Realm Crystal to bring their master, The Preeminent, to Ninjago.
Design Notes
The 2015 Possession wave was revolutionary for its extensive use of Trans-Neon Green elements to simulate a ghostly, ethereal appearance rather than standard opaque plastics.
Similar Minifigures
Ghost Warrior Pitch (njo155), Ghost Ninja Spyder (njo145), and the Morro minifigure (njo158).
Collectibility
Moderate. He is essential for fans completing the Season 5 collection or those building MOCs of the Cursed Realm.
History
Possession marked a shift in Ninjago toward more supernatural and darker themes, introducing 'ghost' elements that are still highly sought after for their unique colors.
Interesting Facts
The legs used for this figure are 'trans-neon green,' a color family LEGO has largely phased out in recent years in favor of 'trans-bright green.'
Display Suggestions
Display on a black or gray baseplate to let the Trans-Neon Green legs pop. Looks best under subtle UV/Blacklight which causes the green parts to glow intensely.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom fantasy 'undead' figures or spectral characters. The transparent parts are highly compatible with other Ninjago and Star Wars 'Force Ghost' MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, visually striking grunt-level figure. Its standout feature is the transparency of the limbs, making it a great budget-friendly example of LEGO's creative material use.