Ash - Master of Smoke
njo118 · Ninjago
Tournament of Elements · 2015
Figure ID
njo118
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2015
Rarity
Uncommon / Rare (Set Exclusive)
Head
Yellow head with silver-grey eyebrows, a scowl, and a distinctive silver-grey scar/birthmark over the left eye. Topped with a short, swept-back silver hairpiece (slicked back hair).
Torso
Red wrap-style robe (gi) with black trim and a tied belt. The torso features dark red and black detailing on both front and back. The arms are red with black hands.
Legs
Black hips and legs with dark red diamond-patterned printing on the front of the legs, representing mesh or quilted armor textures consistent with the Tournament of Elements style.
Accessories
None pictured in this image, but originally came with two silver katanas and two smoke-themed elemental power pieces in transparent grey.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Red and Black, with secondary accents of Silver-Grey (hair/eyebrows) and Dark Red (patterning). Yellow skin tone.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso (front and back), and the front of the legs. The alignment is typical of mid-2010s Ninjago figures, featuring intricate 'weave' details on the robe.
Variants
This is the only official LEGO minifigure release of the character Ash. He has not been redesigned or re-released in subsequent years.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the silver hair piece losing its luster and the leg printing thinning over time. Check for neck cracks in the red torso, which was common for this era of plastic.
Estimated Value
Used: $12.00–$18.00 USD | New/Mint: $22.00–$30.00 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the demand for Elemental Masters.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 70756 Dojo Showdown, which retailed for approximately $24.99 USD in 2015.
Compatible Sets
70756 Dojo Showdown (Ninjago: Tournament of Elements).
Character Background
Ash is the Elemental Master of Smoke. He appeared in Season 4 of the Ninjago television series (Tournament of Elements) as a contestant recruited by Master Chen to battle for the Jade Blades.
Design Notes
A notable design choice is the use of the silver-grey hair and eyebrows to represent the visual aesthetic of 'smoke' and ash. This head print is unique to this character.
Similar Minifigures
Other Tournament Elemental Masters such as Karlof (njo116), Griffin Turner (njo114), Neuro (njo119), and Pale (njo117).
Collectibility
Highly collectible for Ninjago completionists. Many fans aim to collect all 16 Elemental Masters, and Ash is a key part of that sub-collection.
History
Ash was released during the height of Ninjago's popularity transition into a permanent LEGO theme. This figure represents the era where LEGO began introducing many unique individual characters rather than just generic ninja clones.
Interesting Facts
Despite being an Elemental Master, Ash did not receive a revamped Legacy version, making this 2015 version the definitive and only way to own the character.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a dark grey or transparent grey baseplate to accentuate his smoke powers, alongside other Season 4 Masters or inside the Dojo Showdown MOC.
Modification Potential
The hairpiece is frequently used for custom 'Old Man' or 'Silver Fox' characters. The torso is excellent for custom street-fighter or generic martial arts MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, character-specific minifigure with great printing. While not the most expensive Ninjago figure, its exclusivity to a single retired set makes it a 'buy' for any serious theme collector.