Nya - Samurai X, Legacy / Kai - Legacy, Deepstone / Wu - Legacy
njo496, njo491, njo500 · Ninjago
Legacy · 2019, specifically released as part of the 'Ninjago Legacy' wave which reimagined classic characters and sets from early seasons with improved printing and molding techniques.
Figure ID
njo496, njo491, njo500
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019, specifically released as part of the 'Ninjago Legacy' wave which reimagined classic characters and sets from early seasons with improved printing and molding techniques.
Rarity
Uncommon; while released in retail sets, these specific Legacy versions were eventually retired and are now sought after by collectors wanting to complete their team lineups.
Head
Nya: Double-sided yellow head with smirk and determined expressions, blue headband print. Kai: Red ninja wrap with stone-mesh print. Wu: White beard piece and classic yellow head with older, wise facial printing.
Torso
Nya: Dark red with gold armor motifs and azure belt highlights. Kai: Black stone armor printing with red sash. Wu: White robe print with gold and black detailing, representing the Legacy kimono style.
Legs
Matched to torsos; Nya has dark red legs with gold knee pads, Kai has black legs with red printed ties, and Wu has white legs with gold and grey hem printing.
Accessories
Includes two gold katanas and a gold shoulder armor piece for Nya, and a pearl gold dragon-headed staff for Sensei Wu.
Color Scheme
A mix of Dark Red/Azure (Nya), Black/Red (Kai), and White/Gold (Wu), representing their specific elemental and character identities.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on front and back of torsos and front of legs; features the intricate 'Legacy' style linework which is more detailed than the original 2011-2012 counterparts.
Variants
These are the 'Legacy' variants. Other versions include the original 2011 releases, the 'Hands of Time' versions, and the modern 'Dragon Rising' iterations.
Condition Notes
Look for gold paint rubbing on the accessories and stress marks on Wu's beard connection point. The katanas are prone to bending.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 per figure depending on condition; the trio together is valued at approximately $30 - $40 USD on the secondary market.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $9.99 (Spinners/Polybags) to $159.99 (Legacy Monastery of Spinjitzu).
Compatible Sets
70665 (Samurai Mech), 70670 (Monastery of Spinjitzu), 70667 (Kai's Blade Cycle & Zane's Snowmobile).
Character Background
Nya is the Master of Water, Kai is the Master of Fire, and Wu is their mentor and the son of the First Spinjitzu Master.
Design Notes
The Legacy line utilizes modern molds like the 'two-part' ninja masks which were not available when these characters first appeared in the original series.
Similar Minifigures
Original 2011 Ninja, Core Ninja 2022 versions, and Tournament of Elements variants.
Collectibility
High for Ninjago fans; completing the 'Legacy' team is a primary goal for many collectors of the theme.
History
First debuted in 2019 to celebrate the long-running Ninjago series by updating the most iconic looks from the show's history.
Interesting Facts
The printing on Wu's torso for this version is highly reminiscent of his appearance in the very first Pilot episodes from 2011.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Set 70670 Monastery of Spinjitzu or on a tiered stand with the other four core ninja in their Legacy attire.
Modification Potential
The Nya armor piece is highly versatile for custom fantasy MOCs or samurai warriors.
Overall Assessment
Excellent examples of the Ninjago Legacy era, featuring superior printing and accessory quality compared to early 2010s figures.