Chopper Maroon
njo305 · Ninjago
Sons of Garmadon · 2018 (Released as part of the Season 8 wave)
Figure ID
njo305
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2018 (Released as part of the Season 8 wave)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While he appeared in multiple sets including a polybag, he was a grunt character from a specific wave that has since been discontinued.
Head
Yellow head with red eyes, bared teeth, a black goatee, and a distinctive purple snake tattoo coiling around his left eye. It is single-sided and features aggressive printing.
Torso
Black leather-style biker vest over a yellow chest. Features a white tooth/fang necklace, red belt/waistband, and silver buckle detailing. Yellow arms and hands.
Legs
Dark Red hips and upper legs with purple boots (dual-molded or printed lower). Features silver knee pad printing and buckled strap details.
Accessories
In the image, he is only wearing his Black Mohawk (part 93563). In sets, he typically carried a red katana or a wrench.
Color Scheme
Primary colors include Black, Yellow, Dark Red, and Purple. This vibrant, clashing palette is a hallmark of the Sons of Garmadon biker gang aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of 2018 Ninjago figures. Includes intricate vest textures, facial tattooing, and leg armor/boot details. Front and back torso printing.
Variants
Chopper Maroon is distinct but shares torso parts with other 'Sons of Garmadon' grunts like Mohawk or Skip. This specific head/leg combo identifies him as Chopper Maroon.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the rubbery texture of the mohawk attracting dust, and potential silver paint rubbing on the leg buckles from excessive play.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $4.00 USD; New/New Condition: $5.00 - $7.00 USD. Value is relatively low due to high production volume in cheap sets and polybags.
Price (New)
Retail sets ranged from $3.99 (Polybag 30530) to $69.99 (Set 70643). Individually, his value was approximately $1 on release.
Compatible Sets
70643 Temple of Resurrection, 70634 Nya - Spinjitzu Master, 30530 WU-CRU Target Training (Polybag).
Character Background
Chopper Maroon is a low-ranking member of the Sons of Garmadon, a criminal biker gang in Ninjago City that sought to resurrect Lord Garmadon using the Oni Masks.
Design Notes
Utilizes the mohawk piece originally designed for the CMF Punk Rocker. The 'Sons of Garmadon' designs mixed 'Mad Max' post-apocalyptic vibes with traditional ninja themes.
Similar Minifigures
Mohawk (njo306), Skip (njo307), Ultra Violet (njo304), and various other Sons of Garmadon biker grunts.
Collectibility
Moderate. Necessary for Ninjago 'completionists' and builders creating biker-themed dioramas, but not a high-ticket investment piece.
History
Debuted in 2018. This era marked a shift in Ninjago character design to more closely align with the aesthetic of The LEGO Ninjago Movie characters.
Interesting Facts
The Sons of Garmadon characters were designed to look like a street gang, which was a departure from previous supernatural Ninjago villains like ghosts or snakes.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the 'S.O.G. Headquarters' or with a line of Ninjago motorbikes to recreate the Season 8 chase scenes.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The black leather vest torso and mohawk are popular for 'Mad Max' or cyberpunk-themed MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, detailed grunt minifigure with a great color palette. It represents a peak era of Ninjago detail-work but remains highly affordable for new collectors.