Blizzard Samurai / Blizzard Warrior
njo526 · Ninjago
Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu (Ice Chapter) · 2019
Figure ID
njo526
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While mass-produced for the 2019 wave, it is specific to the Ice Chapter sets and has since been discontinued.
Head
Light Aqua base color with undead/frozen facial features. Features light blue eyes, crinkled face details, and a scowl. Single-sided printing. Helmet is a dual-molded Dark Red and Trans-Light Blue samurai kabuto with crystalline ice horns.
Torso
Dark Red base with armor plating print. Features icy 'frozen' transition effects in Light Aqua/White and Trans-Blue patterns. Back is printed with matching armor and ice details. Left arm is Dark Red; right arm is Light Aqua. Black hands.
Legs
Dark Stone Grey (Dark Grey) hips and legs. Features Dark Red armor skirt printing with icy spikes and frost highlights at the top of the legs.
Accessories
As shown, the figure is wearing the unique Ice Samurai helmet. In sets, it commonly came with a katana or an ice-themed spear (not pictured).
Color Scheme
Dark Red, Dark Grey, Light Aqua, and Trans-Light Blue. The scheme represents the fusion of traditional samurai gear with magical ice corruption.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front and back) and legs (front only). The asymmetrical arm colors (one red, one ice-colored) are a highlight of the era's detail level.
Variants
There are several similar Blizzard Samurai variants (njo523, njo525, njo542) featuring different armor configurations, shoulder pads, or capes. This specific variant (njo526) is the basic grunt version.
Condition Notes
The dual-molded helmet is durable, but the thin 'ice' horns can be prone to stress marks if bent. Light Aqua arms may show dirt more easily than darker colors.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. Value is stable as they are popular for army building.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $19.99 (70671) to $99.99 (70676). Not sold individually by LEGO.
Compatible Sets
70671 Lloyd's Journey, 70676 Lloyd's Titan Mech, 70678 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor.
Character Background
The Blizzard Samurai are the resurrected, frozen army of the Ice Emperor, serving in the Never-Realm during the 11th season of the Ninjago TV series.
Design Notes
The use of dual-molded plastic for the helmet (combining solid plastic with transparent 'ice') was a significant technical achievement for the Ninjago line in 2019.
Similar Minifigures
Blizzard Archer, Blizzard Sword Master, General Vex, and the Ice Emperor.
Collectibility
Moderate. Highly collectible for fans of the 'Ninjas vs. Undead' tropes. Low individual value makes it an easy target for army builders.
History
Follows the tradition of Ninjago 'elemental' enemies (Stone Army, Ghost Army). This wave introduced the Light Aqua skin tone for villains.
Interesting Facts
The armor pattern is meant to look like it is physically cracking under the pressure of the ice growing from within the warrior.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a group (army building) or on a snow-themed baseplate. Complements the 70671 Lloyd figure well.
Modification Potential
Excellent for fantasy MOCs. The frozen arms and head are frequently used by customizers to create 'Frost Giant' or 'Lich' characters.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed minion figure with a standout helmet design. Essential for completing the Never-Realm collection but relatively easy to find on the secondary market.