Skales - Snake Staff
njo039 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
njo039
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A fantastic, iconic early Ninjago villain with unique molded parts and striking print details that make it a must-have for theme completists.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuationApproximately $3 to $6 USD depending on condition and whether the staff accessory is included.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets ranging from $30 to $100+ USD during the 2012 product wave.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Unique molded Hypnobrai snake head piece with dark blue skin, red eyes, white fangs, and light grey cobra hood with black and blue printing.
Torso
Light bluish grey torso with intricate Hypnobrai serpentine scale patterns, dark blue central spine design with yellow accents, and matching grey arms and hands.
Legs
Light bluish grey legs with continuation of the dark blue and yellow serpentine scale printing down the front.
Accessories
Typically includes a Hypnobrai staff or weapon, though none is visible in the handheld image.
Printing Details
High-quality detailed pad printing featuring intricate scale swirls, facial features, and spine patterns across the head, torso, and legs.
Color Scheme
Light bluish grey, dark blue, white, red, and yellow accents.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple sets from the 2012 wave with minor variations in gear or staff accessories.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the printed scale details on the torso and legs, as well as potential loosening of the unique molded snake head piece clutch power.
Found In Sets
9440 Venomari Trash Snake, 9445 Fangpyre Truck Ambush, 9449 Ultra Sonic Raider
Character Background
Skales is a prominent general and later king of the Hypnobrai serpentine tribe in the Ninjago storyline, known for his cunning nature and rivalry with Lloyd and Pythor.
Design Notes
Features a specialized molded snake head piece unique to the Serpentine tribes introduced in 2012, setting a new standard for creature-based minifigures.
History
Introduced at the launch of the Ninjago theme's second major year in 2012, representing the debut of the Serpentine villains.
Interesting Facts
Skales became a fan-favorite villain and even temporarily took over leadership of all Serpentine tribes.
Collectibility
High demand among Ninjago nostalgia collectors and fans of the early 2012 Rise of the Snakes era.
Similar Minifigures
Pythor P. Chumsworth, Slithraa, Mezmo, and other Hypnobrai serpentine tribe members from Ninjago 2012.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Serpentine generals and ninja figures from the 2012 wave on a custom rocky or temple baseplate.
Modification Potential
Great for custom snake-themed MOCs, fantasy factions, or purist villain conversions.