Hypnobrai Staff (Accessory for Slithraa / Skales)
95245 / 99182 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012
Figure ID
95245 / 99182
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Uncommon; while the staff mold is used elsewhere, this specific Pearl Gold version with the Hypnobrai venom tile is specific to the first wave of Ninjago serpent antagonists.
Head
Not applicable; this is a component accessory. Commonly held by Slithraa (njo027) or Skales (njo033).
Torso
Not applicable; this is a component accessory.
Legs
Not applicable; this is a component accessory.
Accessories
The item pictured is the Hypnobrai Staff. It consists of a Pearl Gold snake-shaped staff mold and a 1x1 round tiles with the Hypnobrai emblem printing.
Color Scheme
Pearl Gold staff body with a translucent red 1x1 round tile featuring a black and white Hypnobrai snake eye print.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the 1x1 round tile representing the snake tribe insignia. The staff itself relies on a detailed plastic mold with a serpentine wrap.
Variants
There are five versions of this staff in the 'Rise of the Snakes' wave, each with a different colored 1x1 tile representing the five tribes (Hypnobrai, Fangpyre, Venomari, Constrictai, and Anacondrai).
Condition Notes
The Pearl Gold plastic can show 'swirl' marks from the molding process. The 1x1 tile is small and easily lost or scratched. Check for teeth marks on the thin staff handle.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $8.00 for the complete staff assembly; prices vary based on the condition of the printed tile.
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from $9.99 (Spinners) to $119.99 (Destiny's Bounty).
Compatible Sets
9444 Cole's Tread Assault, 9446 Destiny's Bounty, 9573 Slithraa Spinner, 30088 Rattla Polybag.
Character Background
In Ninjago lore, these staves contain the anti-venom for each snake tribe. The Hypnobrai staff can undo the hypnotic trance cast by the tribe's members.
Design Notes
The staff mold was a signature piece for the 2012 Ninjago line, featuring a curved tail that wraps around the shaft to create a grip point for minifigures.
Similar Minifigures
Slithraa (njo027), Skales (njo033), and Rattla (njo032) are the primary figures associated with this accessory.
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists, as the 'Rise of the Snakes' era is considered a golden age for the theme.
History
Introduced in 2012, this was the first time LEGO created tribe-specific artifacts that interacted with the 'Spinjitzu' game mechanics.
Interesting Facts
The printed tile represents a snake's eye that is designed to look like it is hypnotizing the viewer, matching the tribe's power in the TV show.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in the hands of a Hypnobrai general or placed in a weapon rack within a Ninjago temple MOC.
Modification Potential
The 1x1 tile can be swapped with other printed elements to create custom magical staves or artifacts.
Overall Assessment
An iconic and essential accessory from Ninjago's early years. While it is just a tool, its connection to the series' lore makes it a standout piece of LEGO history.