Pythor P. Chumsworth
njo042 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
njo042
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Rare
Overall Assessment
An essential and iconic villain figure that anchors any early Ninjago collection with unique molded pieces.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation15.00 to 25.00 USD depending on condition and completeness.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets priced around 40.00 to 80.00 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Custom molded purple snake head with white fangs, red eyes, and black scale patterns.
Torso
Purple torso with black and gold scale printing, featuring a serpentine chest pattern.
Legs
Serpentine tail piece instead of standard legs, featuring matching purple and black scaly print.
Accessories
None standard shown, though often paired with a staff or weapon in sets.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing with intricate scale details and fierce facial expressions.
Color Scheme
Primary purple with black, white, and gold accents.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple forms throughout Ninjago series including the Great Devourer era and rebooted versions.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the tail base and fading on the printed scale details.
Found In Sets
9443 Rattler Showdown, 9450 Epic Dragon Battle
Character Background
Pythor P. Chumsworth is the last of the Anacondrai tribe and the main antagonist of the Rise of the Snakes arc.
Design Notes
Features a unique molded snake head piece and a specialized serpentine tail base.
History
Introduced in the foundational 2012 wave of Ninjago, establishing the iconic Serpentine faction.
Interesting Facts
Pythor is known for his signature booming laugh and for being swallowed by the Great Devourer, turning white in later seasons.
Collectibility
High demand among Ninjago completionists and classic villains collectors.
Similar Minifigures
Other Serpentine generals such as Skales, Acidicus, and Fangtom.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Serpentine generals facing off against the original Ninja team on a themed shelf.
Modification Potential
Limited due to specialized molded parts, but great for custom villain dioramas.