Arin - Dragons Rising
njo823 · Ninjago
Dragons Rising · 2023. This figure debuted in the first wave of the Dragons Rising era, representing a significant soft reboot for the Ninjago franchise after the Crystalized finale.
Figure ID
njo823
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2023. This figure debuted in the first wave of the Dragons Rising era, representing a significant soft reboot for the Ninjago franchise after the Crystalized finale.
Rarity
Common. This specific version is widely available in several entry-level sets including polybags and starter sets, making it highly accessible to new fans.
Head
Yellow head with black eyes, glasses, and a determined expression. It includes the new two-part ninja hood system: a Dark Blue wrap (headband) over a Black mask piece (bottom half).
Torso
The torso features a Bright Orange and Yellow gi with a flame dragon pattern on the left side. It has asymmetrical sleeves (one red/orange, one yellow) and bandage printing at the neck.
Legs
Dark Stone Grey (Dark Bluish Gray) hips and legs with black boots. While simple, they feature the dual-molded/printed look typical of the modern character designs to represent high-top footwear.
Accessories
Typically comes with a grappling hook with a yellow string or a katana. In the image, accessories are not held, but the figure is compatible with any standard LEGO katana or climbing gear.
Color Scheme
Bright Orange, Yellow, Dark Bluish Gray, and Dark Blue. This unique 'school bus' or 'taxi' yellow-orange scheme distinguishes Arin from the legacy ninja.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The torso features clean lines on the flame motif, and the head features crisp alignment for the glasses. It lack arm and side-leg printing, consistent with standard play-set figures.
Variants
There are several variants, including a version with a full yellow hood (njo793), a training version without the mask, and an 'energized' version with trans-clear parts.
Condition Notes
Main wear points are the neck bond where the two-part mask sits and the torso printing which can scratch. The grey legs are prone to showing 'bite' marks if handled roughly.
Estimated Value
Used: $2.00 - $4.00 USD; New: $4.00 - $6.00 USD. Value is low due to high production volume in cheap sets like 71778 and 30650.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $4.99 (Polybag) to $47.99 (Dragon sets). The cheapest way to obtain him was the 30650 Kai and Rapton's Temple Battle polybag.
Compatible Sets
71778 Arin's Dragon Strike, 71792 Sora's Transforming Mech Bike Racer, 71794 Lloyd and Arin's Ninja Team Mechs, and 30650 Polybag.
Character Background
Arin is a human boy who lived through 'The Merge.' He is a self-taught ninja who idolized the original team and invented his own 'Spin-jitzu' style without formal training.
Design Notes
Significant for being the first non-elemental human protagonist to join the core team. His design utilizes a mixture of casual streetwear aesthetics with traditional ninja garb.
Similar Minifigures
Sora (njo811), Lloyd (Dragons Rising version), and various iterations of Kai due to the warm color palette.
Collectibility
Moderate. While common now, Arin is the face of the new era of Ninjago. Early versions of main protagonists usually hold steady value once the specific wave is retired.
History
Released June 1, 2023. Arin represents the 'fan-perspective' character, marking the shift from the original 2011 cast to a new generation of heroes.
Interesting Facts
Arin's glasses are a rare trait for a main Ninja character, intended to make him more relatable. He is the first character in the show to learn Spinjitzu entirely on his own.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Sora and the new Baby Riyu dragon. He looks best in action poses utilizing his grappling hook or perched on his 71778 spinning base.
Modification Potential
The head with glasses is a popular part for 'Sigfigs' (Signature Minifigures). Parts are highly swappable for urban civilian MOCs or custom apprentice characters.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed figure that serves as an excellent entry point into the modern Ninjago lore. Highly recommended for young fans, while collectors should focus on mint-condition versions.