Ghost Warrior Cowler
njo151 · Ninjago
Possession · 2015 - Debuted in the Airjitzu Kai Flyer and Master Wu Dragon sets during the summer wave of Ninjago's fifth season.
Figure ID
njo151
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2015 - Debuted in the Airjitzu Kai Flyer and Master Wu Dragon sets during the summer wave of Ninjago's fifth season.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon - Released in three different sets including a low-priced Airjitzu flyer, making him widely available during the 2015 production run.
Head
Spring Yellowish Green head with a determined smirk, dark green eye sockets, and black pupils. This specific head is shared with other 'ghost' henchmen like Ming.
Torso
Dark Green torso with a tattered green tunic design, black belt, and rope details. It features Dark Green arms and Black hands. The print quality is high with distinctive 'ghostly' wear marks.
Legs
Dark Green legs with printing that continues the tattered tunic and belt motif from the torso. Includes lime green ghost-smoke patterns at the feet.
Accessories
In the image, the figure is wearing a Black Armor Shoulder with Spikes (Moro armor). Missing its original set-specific weapons which usually included a Ghost Blade or a Katana.
Color Scheme
A 'ghastly' palette consisting of Dark Green, Spring Yellowish Green (Lime), and Black accents to represent the cursed spirits of the Cursed Realm.
Printing Details
Detailed pad printing on the front and back of the torso and front of the legs. The alignment is standard for 2015 LEGO production with no side-arm or side-leg printing.
Variants
There are no physical production variants of the Cowler figure itself, though he is often confused with 'Spyder' or 'Ming' who use the same color palette but different torso/head prints.
Condition Notes
Prone to silvering/wear on the torso edges. The Spring Yellowish Green plastic is relatively durable but the black shoulder armor can show white stress marks if removed frequently.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New/Mint: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. The armor piece specifically adds about $1.00 to the value if sold separately.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $9.99 (Airjitzu Kai Flyer) to $119.99 (Temple of Airjitzu).
Compatible Sets
70734 Master Wu Dragon, 70736 Attack of the Morro Dragon, 70739 Airjitzu Kai Flyer, 70751 Temple of Airjitzu.
Character Background
Cowler is a member of the Ghost Army serving Morro. They originated from the Cursed Realm and sought to help Morro find the Realm Crystal to release the Preeminent.
Design Notes
Part of the first wave to use the 'Spring Yellowish Green' color heavily, creating a 'glow' effect without using actual glow-in-the-dark plastic.
Similar Minifigures
Ghost Warrior Ming (njo152), Ghost Warrior Spyder (njo150), Pitch (njo153), and Attila (njo157).
Collectibility
Moderate. While a henchman, he is essential for fans of the 'Possession' arc, though value remains stable due to high supply.
History
The 2015 'Possession' line marked a shift toward more complex, 'spectral' designs in Ninjago villains, moving away from the more traditional Serpentine or Nindroid looks.
Interesting Facts
The 'ghost' heads from this era were so popular they were later repurposed for various monsters in the Hidden Side and Monkie Kid themes.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Morro or inside the 70751 Temple of Airjitzu. Looks best under cool-white LED lighting to make the lime green skin pop.
Modification Potential
Excellent for custom fantasy 'undead' or 'orc' guards. The tattered dark green outfit is highly versatile for medieval MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-designed antagonist from one of Ninjago's most beloved eras. High quality for a 'grunt' figure, though currently missing its hat/hair and weapons in the photo.