Lloyd Garmadon - Legacy, Green Ninja
njo499 · Ninjago
Legacy / Rise of the Snakes · 2019 - Debuted in the Legacy wave, reimagining the classic 2012 original design with modern printing technology.
Figure ID
njo499
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019 - Debuted in the Legacy wave, reimagining the classic 2012 original design with modern printing technology.
Rarity
Uncommon. While available in multiple sets, it is a key protagonist character. Rarity is mostly driven by the specific accessories like the shoulder armor.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone. Features a dual-sided face with a determined, angry expression with green energy eyes and a secondary smirk. Standard green ninja wrap mask.
Torso
Green with black and gold printing. Features a stylized gold dragon motif on the left side and 'III' pattern markings. Green arms with black hands.
Legs
Black hips and legs with green and gold printing. Features an intricate knot/rope pattern on the lower legs and metallic gold highlights.
Accessories
Includes black spiked shoulder armor (pauldrons). Often paired with a silver or gold katana in original sets, though missing in this specific photo.
Color Scheme
Primary Green and Black with Metallic Gold accents. This symbolizes Lloyd's role as the Elemental Master of Energy.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with metallic gold ink. Includes back torso printing of the dragon motif. Alignment is generally excellent in modern Ninjago releases.
Variants
This specific Legacy version (njo499) differs from the 2012 original (njo070) by having more detailed leg printing and a more modern face design.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck area from the armor piece and the printing on the toes of the legs. Check for cracks in the torso under the arms.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD used complete; $10.00+ USD new/sealed (minifigure alone). Individual armor piece is often worth $1-$2.
Price (New)
Comes in sets ranging from $9.99 (70666 The Golden Dragon) to $19.99 (70680 Monastery Training). Excellent price-per-figure value.
Compatible Sets
70666 The Golden Dragon (2019), 70670 Monastery of Spinjitzu (2019), 70680 Monastery Training (2019).
Character Background
Lloyd Montgomery Garmadon is the son of Lord Garmadon and is the legendary Green Ninja. He is the leader of the Ninja team and the Elemental Master of Energy.
Design Notes
The Legacy design is a tribute to the 'Kimono' and 'ZX' suits of the early 2010s, modernized with sharper lines and better metallic inks.
Similar Minifigures
njo070 Lloyd ZX (Original 2012), njo531 Lloyd FS (Forbidden Spinjitzu), njo570 Lloyd (Avatar Lloyd).
Collectibility
High demand among Ninjago collectors. As the central character of the series, Lloyd variants are essential for completing full team displays.
History
Lloyd was introduced as a child in 2011. This specific design commemorates the 2019 'Legacy' reboot of original iconic storylines.
Interesting Facts
The dragon print on the torso is a reimagined version of the 'ZX' suit dragon print from a decade ago.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Legacy Ninja (Kai, Jay, Zane, Cole) on a gray baseplate to simulate the Monastery of Spinjitzu.
Modification Potential
Excellent for MOCs. The torso and legs are versatile for high-fantasy knight and warrior customs due to the gold and black accents.
Overall Assessment
9/10 Quality. A standout modern representation of an iconic character. It captures the essence of classic Ninjago with the polish of modern manufacturing.