Sensei Wu - Black Kimono
njo026 · Ninjago
Masters of Spinjitzu - Pilot Episodes / Rise of the Snakes · 2011 - First appeared in February 2011 alongside the debut of the Ninjago theme
Figure ID
njo026
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2011 - First appeared in February 2011 alongside the debut of the Ninjago theme
Rarity
Uncommon; while not exclusive to one set, it was only produced during the earliest wave of Ninjago sets and has since been replaced by many newer versions.
Head
Classic yellow head with black eyes and white eyebrows; almost entirely obscured by a unique white long-beard piece (6132) and a Tan conical Asian hat (93059).
Torso
Black kimono robe with white sleeves and yellow hands. The printing features a gold Asian cloud-style crest on the front and a tied sash belt.
Legs
Black legs with black hips; features gold printed symbols on the left leg representing traditional martial arts attire.
Accessories
Includes a tan 'Coolie' style conical hat (93059), a long white beard (6132), and a reddish-brown 6L bar acting as his signature bo staff.
Color Scheme
A striking contrast of black and white (monochrome robe style) with gold accents and a tan hat to represent the 'Order' and wisdom of the character.
Printing Details
Simple but sharp pad printing. The gold designs on the black plastic are quite durable but can show rubbing wear over ten-plus years.
Variants
There are many variants of Wu, including 'White Kimono' (njo011), 'Zukin' (njo132), and 'Wu-Cru' versions; this specific version is the early black-robed variant.
Condition Notes
The white beard piece is prone to yellowing if exposed to sunlight. The tan hat can develop stress marks around the top 'nub' if dropped.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $5.00 - $8.00; New: $15.00 - $20.00. Value fluctuates based on the condition of the beard and hat pieces.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $19.99 to $69.99 in 2011; never sold as a standalone blind-bag figure.
Compatible Sets
2504 Spinjitzu Dojo, 2507 Fire Temple, and 2521 Lightning Dragon Battle.
Character Background
Sensei Wu is the mentor of the original four Ninjas and the brother of Lord Garmadon. He is a master of Spinjitzu and the son of the First Spinjitzu Master.
Design Notes
This version uses the original 2011 torso design. Later versions of Wu moved toward more intricate 'Master' robes with cloth capes or different beard molds.
Similar Minifigures
Master Wu (The LEGO Ninjago Movie), Sensei Garmadon (njo094), and older Castle-era ninja figures.
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. As the first-ever version of the theme's primary mentor, it holds significant nostalgic and historical value.
History
Launched the Ninjago legacy in 2011; this specific black-robed design was the 'premium' version found in the larger playsets of the first wave.
Interesting Facts
The beard piece (6132) was originally introduced in the 1990s for the Ninja sub-theme of LEGO Castle, representing a rare long-term reuse of specialized molds.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a tan or meditation-mat style baseplate alongside the original four Ninja (Kai, Jay, Cole, Zane) in their 2011 DX or Micro-figure suits.
Modification Potential
The beard and hat are frequently used for 'MOC' (My Own Creations) of old wizards, monks, or sage characters in various fantasy builds.
Overall Assessment
A foundational Ninjago minifigure. While newer versions are more detailed, this 2011 original remains the definitive 'Classic Sensei' for many collectors.