Jay - Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu
njo517 · Ninjago
Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu (Season 11) · 2019 (Released during the transition from traditional seasons to the 11-minute episodic format)
Figure ID
njo517
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019 (Released during the transition from traditional seasons to the 11-minute episodic format)
Rarity
Uncommon; while appearing in three sets, the FS (Forbidden Spinjitzu) variants are highly sought after by collectors for their updated hoods and detailing.
Head
Yellow head with dual-sided printing: one side determined/angry, the other a lighthearted smile with lightning/electric scar over the right eye; Medium Azure Ninja Wrap hood with pointed top and dark blue/light blue wrap details.
Torso
Medium Azure torso with wrap design; features gold circular Jay lightning symbol (Jap-influenced logo), dark blue and dark red belt detailing, and lightning energy patterns; dark blue arms and dark bluish gray hands.
Legs
Medium Azure legs with detailed printing; continues the wrap robe and belt design from the torso with light blue and dark blue sash bands.
Accessories
Includes a Pearl Gold katana and a Pearl Gold shoulder armor/scabbard piece (neck bracket) capable of holding two swords; often paired with a lightning flail or spear in official sets.
Color Scheme
Predominantly Medium Azure (Jay's signature color) with gold, dark blue, and dark red accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front and back) and legs (front). Features subtle gradient lightning textures and crisp linework on the belt and sash.
Variants
Standard Jay Forbidden Spinjitzu (njo517) vs. Jay with FS Power Up (njo532) which features transparent trans-blue plastic; this is the standard version.
Condition Notes
Main wear points are the clip on the gold shoulder armor which can stress, and the tip of the ninja hood which can show paint loss if dropped.
Estimated Value
Used: $5.00 - $8.00 USD; New: $10.00 - $14.00 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the popularity of Season 11 characters.
Price (New)
Came in sets ranging from $14.99 (70672) to $79.99 (70677). Not sold as a stand-alone individual figure except in polybags.
Compatible Sets
70672 Cole's Dirt Bike, 70677 Land Bounty, 70678 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor.
Character Background
Jay Walker (born Jay Gordon) is the Elemental Master of Lightning. In the FS season, he journeys to the Never-Realm to stop the Ice Emperor and General Vex.
Design Notes
First introduction of the 'Pointy' two-part ninja hood mold (though this figure uses the single-piece version), meant to look more dynamic and like wind-blown fabric.
Similar Minifigures
njo532 Jay Forbidden Spinjitzu (Trans-Blue head), njo260 Skybound Jay, njo491 Legacy Jay.
Collectibility
Moderate to High. The 'FS' suits are considered some of the best-looking 'uniform' waves for the core ninja team among modern collectors.
History
Represents the 10th major redesign of Jay since the theme's launch in 2011; shows the evolution toward more complex, multi-layered color printing.
Interesting Facts
The scar over Jay's eye in this version is a permanent feature in the show's animation after the 'Movie' redesign, despite this being a TV-series set.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with the rest of the 'FS' wave in front of the Land Bounty (70677) using blue transparent studs to simulate lightning.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The Medium Azure color matches many City-themed parts, making the torso popular for custom modern civilian 'lightning' characters.
Overall Assessment
An excellent example of Ninjago's 'Middle Era' design. It balances character accuracy with a striking blue/gold color palette. Highly recommended for completists.