Nya - Honor Guard (Samurai X Armor)
njo116 · Ninjago
Rebooted · 2014. Released as part of the Rebooted wave which transitioned Ninjago into a futuristic/cyberpunk aesthetic.
Figure ID
njo116
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2014. Released as part of the Rebooted wave which transitioned Ninjago into a futuristic/cyberpunk aesthetic.
Rarity
Uncommon. Exclusive to only two sets from 2014, making it harder to find than standard ninja suits but still widely available on the secondary market.
Head
Yellow head with small black pupils, thin eyebrows, a mole near the right eye (character mark), and a smirking expression. Hair is a black bob with bangs (part 62691).
Torso
Dark red torso with a detailed Samuari front print featuring a silver circular emblem with a blue water symbol, gold filigree, and blue ribbons. Back printing includes similar armor detailing. Black hands.
Legs
Dark red legs with dark blue and gold printing. Features a continuation of the belt/sash from the torso and intricate armor plating patterns on the front.
Accessories
Includes Pearl Gold shoulder armor with dragon head motifs (large epaulettes). This specific figure is missing her original weapons, which typically included a silver katanas or a spear in the original sets.
Color Scheme
Primary Dark Red with accents of Pearl Gold, Medium Blue, and Black. This represents her traditional identity before she officially became the Water Ninja.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with metallic silver and gold inks. Alignment is sharp across the waist-to-leg transition. Features high density of detail in the oriental-style swirls and ribbons.
Variants
This is the 'Honor Guard' version. Other versions include Samurai X (njo050), Kimono (njo073), and numerous later 'Water Ninja' variants in dark azure/trans-blue.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the gold paint on the shoulder armor rubbing off and 'heel cracks' on the dark red leg pieces. The hair piece is prone to scratches on the top surface.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $8.00 - $12.00 USD. New (extracted from set): $15.00 - $20.00 USD. Torso alone: $3.00.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $30 (70723) to $70 (70725). The price-per-minifigure context was roughly $10 at retail peaks.
Compatible Sets
70723 Thunder Raider (2014) and 70725 Nindroid MechDragon (2014).
Character Background
Nya is the sister of Kai and the eventual Elemental Master of Water. This outfit represents her role in the Rebooted season where she acted as a core member of the team before her elemental powers were fully realized.
Design Notes
The use of 'Dark Red' was a deliberate choice to distinguish her from Kai's 'Bright Red.' The armor piece is a classic mold first introduced for the Samurai X persona.
Similar Minifigures
njo050 Samurai X, njo073 Nya - Kimono, and njo101 Nya - Rebooted (casual outfit).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. The 'Rebooted' era is highly nostalgic for fans, though this specific Nya hasn't seen the massive price spikes of the Nindroids or Stone Warriors.
History
Nya's design evolved from a damsel in the pilot, to the mysterious Samurai X, to this armored guard, and finally to the Master of Water in 2015's Possession wave.
Interesting Facts
The blue sash on her armor is a subtle foreshadowing of her future destiny as the Water Ninja, despite her primary color being dark red at this point in the series.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Series 3 Rebooted Kai and Zane. Use a clear acrylic stand to highlight the gold shoulder armor detailing.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'Mulan' theme customs or historical Samurai MOCs due to the ornate dark red printing. The hair is a versatile piece for female City minifigures.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful example of early-mid Ninjago design. The printing is superior to contemporary City figures. Strongly recommended for fans of the show's middle seasons. Current rating: 8/10.