Lloyd Garmadon - Kendo Gear (No Armor)
njo065 · Ninjago
Ninjago: Rise of the Snakes · 2012. Released as part of the second wave of the First Year of Ninjago, coinciding with the debut of Lloyd as the Green Ninja in the animated series.
Figure ID
njo065
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012. Released as part of the second wave of the First Year of Ninjago, coinciding with the debut of Lloyd as the Green Ninja in the animated series.
Rarity
Uncommon. While Lloyd is a main character, this specific 'Kendo' print without the bulky armor was limited to fewer sets than his ZX or Kimono versions.
Head
Yellow head with bushy eyebrows, a small frown, and a concentrated expression. It depicts a younger, more mischievous Lloyd. This specific head was common for Lloyd between 2012 and 2013.
Torso
Green torso with a wrap-around robe design (Kimono/Kendo style). Features black Japanese-style characters (Ninjago script) on a sash, a lime green undershirt, and a circular emblem. Plain yellow arms and black hands.
Legs
Green legs with hip and leg printing. The print continues the robe detail including a knotted black belt and two horizontal black stripes on the lower legs representing boot wraps.
Accessories
The figure in the image is missing its original accessories. Originally, it would have included a white Kendo helmet with a silver grill, a brown kendo armor breastplate, and a training staff or wooden sword.
Color Scheme
A vibrant palette of Bright Green and Yellow, accented with black and lime green. This represents Lloyd's transition into the 'Green Ninja' role while still maintaining his classic yellow skin tone.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso (front) and legs (front). The alignment of the belt from the torso to the hips is a key quality marker for this era. No back printing was present on this specific version of the torso.
Variants
Variants include the 'ZX' version (njo070) with armor, the 'Kimono' version, and the 'Golden Ninja' version. This kendo version exists both with and without the physical armor piece in various sets.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck stud (cracking), torso sides, and the printing on the legs which can rub off. The image shows some minor scuffing on the head stud, but the torso print remains crisp.
Estimated Value
Used: $5 - $9; Complete with armor/helmet: $12 - $18. Value remains stable due to the popularity of the character despite many newer versions existing.
Price (New)
Originally released in sets ranging from the $14.99 Spinner packs (9552) to mid-tier sets like Epic Dragon Battle ($119.99).
Compatible Sets
Set 9552 (Lloyd Garmadon), Set 9450 (Epic Dragon Battle), and Set 30087 (Cole's Car polybag - variant).
Character Background
Lloyd Montgomery Garmadon is the son of Lord Garmadon. Originally a bratty antagonist, he was revealed to be the destined Green Ninja, the ultimate master of energy who would save Ninjago.
Design Notes
The use of 'Ninjago-go' script on the sash was a new immersive detail in 2012. This mold uses the standard minifigure head rather than the later 'teen' or 'movie' versions.
Similar Minifigures
njo070 (Lloyd ZX), njo034 (Prince Garmadon), and early versions of Kai or Jay in their kendo gear.
Collectibility
High for completionists of the early Ninjago 'Legacy' years. Lloyd is the most popular character in the franchise, making his early iterations highly sought after.
History
Launched in the 2012 'Rise of the Snakes' wave. This was the first year Lloyd appeared as a protagonist, transforming from his 'Child' form to this 'young hero' scale.
Interesting Facts
The black characters on the sash actually translate to 'NINJA' in the proprietary Ninjago language created by LEGO designers. This figure marks the transition point of Lloyd from villian to hero.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the other 4 original Ninja in their Kendo gear. Use a clear acrylic case to protect the leg printing from dust and surface friction.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'purist' customs. The torso is often used for generic green-themed samurai or martial arts MOCs due to its lack of specific character branding on the back.
Overall Assessment
A solid B-tier collectible. It is an essential piece of Ninjago history representing the debut of the Green Ninja, though this specific unit is missing its character-defining armor.