Lloyd Garmadon - Deepstone Armor
njo156 · Ninjago
Possession (Season 5) · 2015. Released as part of the summer wave corresponding to the LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu Season 5 television series.
Figure ID
njo156
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2015. Released as part of the summer wave corresponding to the LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu Season 5 television series.
Rarity
Uncommon. While available in multiple sets during its production run, Deepstone variants are highly sought after by collectors for their sleek black aesthetic and connection to a popular story arc.
Head
Yellow skin tone featuring Lloyd's signature green eyes and determined expression. The headgear is a dual-molded wraparound ninja mask in dark green and black.
Torso
Black torso with green and silver printing. Design features the 'Deepstone' elemental chest symbol, silver buckles, a green sash, and intricate rope detailing. Back printing mimics the armor harness.
Legs
Black legs with green and silver printing on the front. Design includes knee pads with a distinctive linked chain/knot pattern and green highlights on the hips.
Accessories
Includes a black shoulder armor piece (Pauldrons) with two clips for katanas on the back. Typically equipped with two swords (standard katanas), though colors may vary by set (gold or black).
Color Scheme
A 'Stealth' aesthetic primarily composed of Black and Bright Green (Lloyd's signature color), with Silver and Gunmetal Grey accents for the armor and hardware.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of the mid-2010s. Detailed silver metallic inks are used for the buckles and armor highlights on both the torso and legs. Print alignment is generally excellent.
Variants
None for this specific ID. However, there are over 50 versions of Lloyd; this version is distinguished by the black Deepstone robes from Season 5.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the silver printing on the toes of the legs and the clips on the shoulder armor, which can snap if swords are pushed in too forcefully.
Estimated Value
$8.00 - $15.00 USD (Used, complete); $20.00+ USD (New/Mint condition). Value fluctuates based on the condition of the silver printing.
Price (New)
N/A (Included in sets ranging from $19.99 to $119.99). The minifigure itself was never sold individually in a blister pack.
Compatible Sets
70738 Final Flight of Destiny's Bounty, 70735 Ronin R.E.X., and 30293 Kai Drifter (Polybag variant - though Lloyd typically appeared in larger sets for this wave).
Character Background
Lloyd Montgomery Garmadon is the Green Ninja, the Elemental Master of Energy, and the leader of the Ninja team. This Deepstone version represents the suit worn to resist the possession of Morro.
Design Notes
This era introduced the 'wrap' style mask which became iconic for the Ninjago line. The Deepstone suits were a fan-favorite design pivot away from primary colors toward a unified black appearance.
Similar Minifigures
njo145 (Cole Deepstone), njo164 (Jay Deepstone), njo147 (Kai Deepstone), and njo151 (Zane Deepstone).
Collectibility
High. The Season 5 'Possession' wave remains one of the most beloved by AFOLs (Adult Fans of LEGO) and younger fans alike due to its darker tone and excellent figure designs.
History
Lloyd began as a child figure (short legs) and evolved into the Green Ninja. This 2015 version marked the first time the entire team adopted a 'special mission' uniform that deviated from their elemental colors.
Interesting Facts
The Deepstone armor was written into the show as being forged from a specific material found mid-crust that could prevent ghosts from possessing the wearer.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the other four Deepstone Ninja on a raised stand or within the 70738 Destiny's Bounty to recreate the Season 5 aesthetic.
Modification Potential
The black torso and legs are popular for custom 'Dark Link' or urban soldier MOCs because the green printing is subtle enough to pass as generic equipment.
Overall Assessment
A top-tier Ninjago minifigure. It successfully combines the character's signature green with a sleek tactical black. A must-have for Ninjago completionists and one of the best iterations of Lloyd.