Lasha
njo050 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012 (Debuted in the first major wave of the Ninjago theme)
Figure ID
njo050
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012 (Debuted in the first major wave of the Ninjago theme)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While he appeared in multiple sets, the 2012 Serpentine are highly sought after by nostalgic collectors.
Head
Black specialized snake-head mold with lime green eyes and yellow/silver printing detailing scales and fangs.
Torso
Black with silver/grey snake scale armor pattern and the Venomari tribe emblem. Back printing matches the scale armor motif.
Legs
Short black legs (unprinted in original form). *Note: The figure in the image appears to have custom or modified additions like a dark grey loincloth/pauldron piece not standard to the original njo050 release.*
Accessories
Usually paired with a Venomari staff or a translucent green axe. The image shows a back-mount katana holder and a custom waist cape.
Color Scheme
Primarily Black with Lime Green, Silver, and Pearl Dark Grey accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing typical of the 2012 Ninjago era; specifically notable for the detailed Venomari tribal crest on the chest.
Variants
Standard version (njo050) and a variant with long legs; also appeared in the Ninjago Character Encyclopedia.
Condition Notes
The neck connection on the specialized snake head is a common stress point. Check for fading on the lime green scale prints.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $6.00 USD for the standard figure. Custom additions like the ones shown do not typically add official market value.
Price (New)
$9.99 - $19.99 (Original set prices for 9447 or 9444).
Compatible Sets
9447 Lasha's Bite Cycle, 9444 Cole's Tread Assault.
Character Background
Lasha is a scout for the Venomari, one of the five ancient Serpentine tribes. He is known for being somewhat clumsy and having poor eyesight, requiring his specialized goggles/markings.
Design Notes
Features a unique Serpentine head mold introduced to give the different tribes distinct biological silhouettes.
Similar Minifigures
Spitta, Acidicus, Lizaru (other members of the Venomari tribe).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago 'completionists' looking to finish their Serpentine armies, but low for high-end investment.
History
Part of the iconic 2012 wave that solidified Ninjago as a 'evergreen' theme for LEGO.
Interesting Facts
Despite being a 'scout', Lasha is often depicted as needing a vehicle because he is one of the slowest Serpentine.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with other Venomari tribe members on a swamp-themed baseplate with translucent green 'acid' studs.
Modification Potential
The image shows specific modifications (loincloth, back-gear) that demonstrate the figure's popularity in 'purist' MOC customization.
Overall Assessment
A classic Ninjago villain with a distinct color palette and high nostalgia factor for fans of the early seasons.