The Overlord - Crystalized (Stone Form)
njo823 · Ninjago
Ninjago: Crystallized · 2022
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
njo823
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2022
Rarity
uncommon
Overall Assessment
An exceptional villain minifigure with top-tier printing execution, striking color contrasts, and high desirability for fans of the Ninjago lore
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationUsed complete ranges from $5.00 to $8.00 USD; new values vary depending on whether it includes the full crystal wings accessory piece
Original Retail
Originally included in sets retailing between $80 and $150 USD during the 2022 summer wave
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Sand blue head with cracked stone texture, black and purple stony lines, and one glowing yellow/white eye with an eyepatch-like mechanical effect, dual-sided printing with alternate expression on the back
Torso
Sand blue torso featuring heavy black and dark blue cracked stone texture, detailed chest muscle lines, and a central purple and light blue belt buckle harness printing, dark blue hands
Legs
Sand blue legs with continuation of the black and dark blue stone crack pattern, detailed knee/shin armor printing in purple and light blue, and foot/toe rune printing
Accessories
Typically comes with large translucent dark pink crystal wings and a massive crystal sword or staff in full set configurations, though none are shown in this loose photo
Printing Details
Extremely high-detail edge-to-edge pad printing covering head, torso, arms, and legs with intricate cracked stone textures, metallic-style color gradients, and rune motifs
Color Scheme
Sand blue, dark blue, purple, light aqua blue, black, and a flash of bright yellow on the eye
Known Variants
Appears as the standard Crystal King in other sets from the same wave, but this specific minifigure represents the Overlord in his humanoid crystal/stone form
Condition Notes
Inspect for micro-scratching on the soft sand blue plastic, print wear on the prominent chest and leg armor graphics, and clutch power on the arms and specialized headgear
Found In Sets
71771 The Crystal King Temple and 71774 Lloyd's Golden Ultra Dragon
Character Background
The Overlord is the ultimate ancient evil entity and primary antagonist of the Ninjago series, returning in the Crystallized storyline to conquer Ninjago City alongside the Council of the Crystal King
Design Notes
Features a specialized purple horned crystal crown headgear element and highly cohesive continuous body printing that bridges the gap between minifigure and mythical monster
History
Introduced in the 2022 Crystallized story arc, marking a major milestone as the return of Ninjago's most iconic overarching villain in a terrifying new crystalline form
Interesting Facts
The asymmetry in the face printing and the vibrant yellow eye highlight the corruption of the character by dark crystal energy
Collectibility
Moderately high demand among Ninjago completionists and villains collectors due to the striking color palette and villainous aesthetic
Similar Minifigures
Crystal King variants, Pythor (Crystallized), Harumi (The Crystal Princess), and various Stone Army generals from earlier waves
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark or translucent purple baseplate alongside the ninja team in their Golden Dragon suits or arrayed against the Council of the Crystal King
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom fantasy villains, rock monster factions, or dark magical sorcerer MOCs due to the universal appeal of the cracked stone body printing