Arin - Dragons Rising
njo822 · Ninjago
Dragons Rising, Season 1 · 2023; This figure debuted as part of the soft reboot 'Dragons Rising' following the conclusion of the Crystalized arc.
Figure ID
njo822
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2023; This figure debuted as part of the soft reboot 'Dragons Rising' following the conclusion of the Crystalized arc.
Rarity
Common; It appears in several entry-level and mid-range sets from the first wave of the Dragons Rising series, making it easily accessible.
Head
Bright light orange/yellow head with white eyes visible through the mask. Arin features a dual-sided face: one determined/focused expression and one happy/smiling expression. The headgear is the new wrap-around ninja mask mold.
Torso
Yellow ninja gi with brown straps/belts and a white cloth sash/belt. Features the new Ninjago logo (a circle with stylized characters) on the left chest. Back printing continues the belt and gi detailing. Hands are black.
Legs
Yellow legs with continuing gi print from the torso. Features brown knee pads and white sash tassels. Hips are yellow with matching print details.
Accessories
Typically comes with a grappling hook (consisting of a string, bar, and hook piece) or a katana. The specific figure in the image is shown without its handheld accessories.
Color Scheme
Monochromatic yellow/bright light orange main body, accented by brown leather-style straps, white sashes, and black hands.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front/back) and legs (front). The printing matches the vibrant animation style of the new series with clean lines and sharp contrast.
Variants
There are subtle variations in later seasons (such as the Climber suit) and version without the mask (showing his hair piece), but this is the standard Season 1 gi.
Condition Notes
Check for 'neck cracks' on the torso and friction wear on the hip joints. The yellow plastic is resistant to fading but sensitive to scratches on the chest print.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. Value is currently low due to recent high-volume production.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $9.99 (Polybag/Small sets) up to $150 (Destiny's Bounty), making the 'per figure' cost very low.
Compatible Sets
71790 Imperium Dragon Hunter Hound, 71792 Sora's Transforming Mech Bike Racer, 71794 Lloyd and Arin's Ninja Team Mechs, and 71797 Destiny's Bounty - Race Against Time.
Character Background
Arin is a new protagonist in the Ninjago universe following 'The Merge.' He is a self-taught ninja who grew up as a fan of the legendary Ninja and possesses a unique ability to 'Transfer' spinjitzu energy to objects.
Design Notes
Significant for being the first yellow-clad hero ninja (non-Gold) in the core team lineup, breaking the traditional secondary color tropes of previous seasons.
Similar Minifigures
Sora (njo823), Lloyd - Dragons Rising (njo812), and Wyldfyre (njo833).
Collectibility
High for completionists of the Ninjago storyline, though investment potential is currently capped by wide availability. As a new core character, this variant is the 'essential' first version to own.
History
Arin represents the 'New Era' of Ninjago, designed to provide a fresh entry point for a younger generation of fans while the original Ninja take on mentor roles.
Interesting Facts
Arin's logo on his chest is a stylized depiction of the 'Pie' symbol or a similar geometric sigil that represents his DIY approach to being a ninja.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Sora and the new version of Lloyd to represent the core 'Dragons Rising' trio. Best shown with his signature grappling hook accessory.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom 'citizen' minifigures by swapping the mask for the standard Arin hair piece or using the torso for custom monk/martial artist MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A well-designed, vibrant addition to the Ninjago lore. While common, it marks a significant shift in the franchise's direction and is a must-have for modern Ninjago fans.