Pythor P. Chumsworth
njo041 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012 (First edition)
Figure ID
njo041
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012 (First edition)
Rarity
Rare. Exclusive to one high-priced flagship set and discontinued long ago; highly sought due to character popularity.
Head
Unique molded purple head with an elongated neck. Features red eyes, black scales/markings, and prominent white fangs. This is a single molded piece that differs significantly from standard minifigure heads.
Torso
Solid purple torso with black scale printing on the front and back. Features black arms and black hands.
Legs
Purple Serpentine tail piece (Part 98551) with black scale printing. This piece replaces standard legs to represent his snake-like lower body.
Accessories
Usually comes with a Serpentine staff (not pictured) featuring a purple crystal and skull or golden details depending on the set context.
Color Scheme
Primary Dark Purple with Black accents and White/Red facial details.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso, and tail. The scale patterns are consistent across the front and back of the figure.
Variants
The original being njo041 (Purple). Later variants include a White version (njo130) from Rebooted and a Legacy version with slightly updated printing.
Condition Notes
Prone to neck joint friction wear; the thin plastic near the arm sockets can crack if played with roughly. Fangs are prone to paint chipping.
Estimated Value
Used: $50 - $75; New: $100+ depending on current market fluctuations on BrickLink or eBay.
Price (New)
Only available in set 9449 Ultra Sonic Raider which retailed for $79.99 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
Set 9449: Ultra Sonic Raider (2012).
Character Background
Pythor is the main antagonist of Ninjago's first season and the last surviving member of the Anacondrai tribe. He succeeded in releasing the Great Devourer.
Design Notes
First use of the elongated Serpentine neck mold and large tail base in the Ninjago line, reflecting the Anacondrai's superior status over other Serpentine.
Similar Minifigures
Skales, Slithraa, Fangtom, and later versions of Pythor (White/Bleached variant).
Collectibility
Extremely high. He is considered the 'Ultimate' Ninjago villain by many fans, making his original 2012 version a cornerstone of any Ninjago collection.
History
Debuted in the second wave of Ninjago sets (Rise of the Snakes). This version of the character represents his prime before being 'bleached' white in the show.
Interesting Facts
The 'P' in his middle name stands for Pancephaly. This figure was one of the first Ninjago figures to reach high 'white whale' status among young collectors.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a standard stud baseplate or alongside the 4 other Serpentine generals. Keep out of direct sunlight to prevent the purple plastic from fading.
Modification Potential
The tail piece is popular for MOC (My Own Creations) involving Naga or serpent creatures in fantasy settings.
Overall Assessment
A top-tier collectible for Ninjago fans. Its unique mold and iconic role in the series make it a standout piece with sustained value retention.