Lasha
njo053 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012 early wave coinciding with the first season of the Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzu TV series
Figure ID
njo053
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012 early wave coinciding with the first season of the Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzu TV series
Rarity
Common; appeared in several mid-priced sets and a polybag during the peak of Ninjago's early popularity
Head
Black with white and silver skull-like snake mask printing, featuring red eyes and fanged skeletal detailing
Torso
Black with dark bluish gray arms and black hands; printing features a silver and white chest plate with red claw mark scratches
Legs
Dark bluish gray with no printing
Accessories
Missing in image; originally included a black axe with a green blade or a serpentine staff depending on the set
Color Scheme
Monochromatic base of black and dark bluish gray with silver and white accents and red battle scars
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and head; head printing is highly detailed with silver metallic ink
Variants
None for this specific ID; however, the character appears with different headwear or accessories in various Ninjago media
Condition Notes
Common wear points include silver ink rubbing off the head and torso; torso side cracks are frequent if arms were over-rotated
Estimated Value
Used: $2.50 - $4.00 USD; New/Mint: $6.00 - $8.00 USD; currently stable in the secondary market
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $9.99 (9447 Lasha's Bite Cycle) to $4.99 polybags
Compatible Sets
9447 Lasha's Bite Cycle, 9562 Lasha (Spinner set), 30086 Hidden Sword Polybag
Character Background
A scout for the Venomari tribe of Serpentine; known for his slightly dimwitted nature and skeletal-patterned mask
Design Notes
Utilizes the standard minifigure head rather than the specialized snake molds used for tribe leaders, representing a lower-ranking soldier
Similar Minifigures
Spitta (njo043), Mezmo (njo048), and other Venomari tribe members
Collectibility
Moderate; essential for completing the Venomari tribe collection but widely available and affordable for new collectors
History
Part of the iconic 2012 Serpentine expansion that solidified Ninjago as a permanent LEGO theme
Interesting Facts
The red claw marks on the torso are a design hallmark of the Venomari scout class, suggesting a history of infighting or jungle survival
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside the Venomari Shrine or within a Serpentine army formation on a green baseplate
Modification Potential
The head and torso are popular for gothic or undead MOCs due to the skeletal aesthetic
Overall Assessment
A solid, classic Ninjago antagonist; it is a budget-friendly entry point for collectors of the early Serpentine era