Jay - Digi Jay
njo563 · Ninjago
Prime Empire · 2020 (Released as part of the Season 12 wave)
Figure ID
njo563
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2020 (Released as part of the Season 12 wave)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While distributed in several sets, it is highly sought after by fans of the Season 12 aesthetic but remains accessible on the secondary market.
Head
Double-sided head: one side features a determined smirk with a digital visor print, the other features a nervous/scared digital expression. Wears a Blue Ninja wrap/hood with a White top-mold and trans-blue visor detail.
Torso
Blue Digi Jay torso with white and black tactical armor printing, featuring digital energy symbols and back printing. Arms are light flesh color with blue hands.
Legs
Blue legs with intricate digital armor printing on the front and hips, matching the torso's technical aesthetic.
Accessories
Trans-neon green Cyber-portal health bar attached to a T-piece on the back; neon yellow katana. Often paired with a 'Prime Controller' or blue chain flail in sets.
Color Scheme
Primary Blue and White with heavy accents of Trans-Neon Green and Black.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing including wrap-around designs on the torso and legs. The 'health bar' is a printed trans-clear piece representing an in-game UI element.
Variants
Standard version (njo563) and a variant included in the Arcade Capsule (njo568) which lacks the armor piece but shares the core prints.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the clip on the back armor which holds the health bar (stress marks) and the silver/light blue printing on the toes which can rub off over time.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD (Used/Complete); $8.00 - $12.00 USD (New/Mint).
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $9.99 (Arcade Pods) to $79.99 (Jay's Cyber Dragon).
Compatible Sets
71708 Gamer's Market, 71711 Jay's Cyber Dragon, 71712 Empire Temple of Madness, 71715 Jay Avatar - Arcade Pod.
Character Background
Jay Walker enters the video game world of 'Prime Empire' to find Unagami. His 'Digi' form represents his digital avatar within the game's virtual reality.
Design Notes
The Season 12 suits were a departure from traditional ninja gear, incorporating '80s arcade aesthetics and cyberpunk influences, specifically the 'health bar' accessory.
Similar Minifigures
Digi Kai (njo562), Digi Lloyd (njo564), Digi Zane (njo565), and Avatar Jay (njo559).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. The 'Prime Empire' suits are considered some of the most visually distinct and creative designs in the theme's history.
History
Part of the 2020 transition where Ninjago experimented with heavy tech and gaming themes before returning to more traditional fantasy roots.
Interesting Facts
The writing on the health bar is 'Ninjargon' (the Ninjago alphabet) and indicates the character's life points in the fictional game.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an arcade or neon-lit MOC. Use a transparent stand to elevate the health bar for a floating 'UI' effect.
Modification Potential
The light-flesh arms make this figure useful for custom 'streetwear' minifigures or cyberpunk MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A standout Ninjago figure that perfectly captures the Prime Empire aesthetic. It offers excellent value-for-money due to the unique accessories and high print detail.