Jay - Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu (FS)
njo519 · Ninjago
Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu / Season 11 · 2019
Figure ID
njo519
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Common; this figure appeared in multiple sets from the 2019 wave, making it widely available during its production run.
Head
Yellow skin, thick orange hair piece, and a face print featuring an angry expression with lightning-blue pupils. It is paired with a blue ninja scarf/mask piece covering the mouth.
Torso
Blue with dark blue belt and silver/light blue lightning wrap-around printing; features the FS (Forbidden Spinjitzu) emblem on the left chest and black hands.
Legs
Solid blue legs with no printing, which was standard for the 'FS' variant of the ninjas in smaller sets.
Accessories
In the photo, the figure is displayed without its standard accessories. Originally, most sets included a lightning katana, a nunchuck, or a 'Forbidden Spinjitzu' scroll piece.
Color Scheme
Dominant Bright Blue with Dark Blue and Silver accents; hair is Orange (Dark Orange).
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front and back; the lightning patterns have a slight metallic/glittery sheen characteristic of the Season 11 line.
Variants
This is the 'FS' (Forbidden Spinjitzu) variant. Other Jay variants from this era include the 'Legacy' version and the 'Arcade' version from Season 12.
Condition Notes
Check for 'neck cracks' in the torso and silver print rubbing on the lightning design. The orange hair piece is sturdy but susceptible to teeth marks if handled by children.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. This is an affordable figure due to high production volume.
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from the $9.99 Spinjitzu Slam - Jay (70682) to the $159.99 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor (70678).
Compatible Sets
70673 ShuriCopter, 70678 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor, 70682 Spinjitzu Slam - Jay, 40342 Ninjago 2019 Minifigure Set.
Character Background
Jay Walker (born Jay Gordon) is the Elemental Master of Lightning. In the 'Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu' arc, he and the other ninja must recover the scrolls of forbidden spinjitzu from the Serpentine and the Ice Emperor.
Design Notes
The Season 11 designs moved away from the complex robes of 'Hunted' and 'Sons of Garmadon' towards a more elemental, energetic look featuring lightning motifs.
Similar Minifigures
FS Kai (njo518), FS Lloyd (njo520), and FS Zane (njo521) all share similar torso patterns with different elemental colors.
Collectibility
Moderate; essential for completionists of the Season 11 line, but widely available and low in market appreciation value currently.
History
First released in Summer 2019, this version of Jay marked the transition into the 'shorter' episode format produced by WildBrain/DHX Media.
Interesting Facts
The lightning pupils on the head printing were a specific design choice to show the ninja 'powered up' by Forbidden Spinjitzu energy.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the translucent blue 'Spinjitzu Tornado' spinner elements or placed in the ShuriCopter cockpit.
Modification Potential
Excellent; the blue torso and orange hair are versatile for creating custom Speed Champions drivers or modern City civilians.
Overall Assessment
A solid, standard-issue Ninjago protagonist. While not rare, the printing quality and distinct lightning-eye head make it a visual standout for any collection.