Ash Attack (Nexo Knights)
nex006 · Nexo Knights
First Wave (2016) · 2016. It debuted in the first wave of Nexo Knights, a theme that combined medieval fantasy with futuristic technology, appearing alongside the launch of the mobile game and TV series.
Figure ID
nex006
Theme
Nexo Knights
Year Released
2016. It debuted in the first wave of Nexo Knights, a theme that combined medieval fantasy with futuristic technology, appearing alongside the launch of the mobile game and TV series.
Rarity
Common. This figure appeared in multiple sets of varying price points, making it one of the most accessible 'Lava Monster' army builders of the 2016 line.
Head
White head with red eyes, black eyebrows, and two small fangs. It features a purple spiky hair piece (Part 17347) which is a key identifying feature of this character.
Torso
Flat Silver torso with a black and lime green armor print. Features circuit-like patterns and a 'core' design in the center. The arms are Pearly Dark Gray with black hands.
Legs
Flat Silver legs with black and lime green printing that matches the mechanical armor aesthetic of the torso. The hips are black.
Accessories
Includes Pearl Dark Gray neck armor (Shoulder Guards with Spikes, Part 22392). In official sets, it often carried a variety of weapons like a crossbow or spear, though none are shown in the image.
Color Scheme
A mix of Flat Silver and Pearl Dark Gray for the mechanical body, accented by neon Lime Green 'energy' prints and topped with stark White and Purple.
Printing Details
Highly detailed pad printing on the torso and legs, featuring intricate circuitry and biomechanical textures. Printing quality is consistent with LEGO's mid-2010s high production standards.
Variants
The 'Ash Attack' figure has a few minor variations in accessory loadouts across different sets, but the body and head prints remain consistent for this specific identifier.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the silver printing on the legs which can scratch over time, and the purple hair spikes which may suffer from 'paint rub' if stored loosely in bins.
Estimated Value
Current market value is approximately $2.00 - $3.00 USD for a used version in good condition. New/unplayed versions settle around $5.00 USD.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from the Ultimate packs ($9.99) to larger sets like Jestro's Evil Mobile ($59.99). It was an inexpensive figure to acquire in volume.
Compatible Sets
70315 Clay's Rumble Blade, 70316 Jestro's Evil Mobile, 70317 The Fortrex, 70323 Jestro's Volcano Lair, and 70324 Merlok's Library 2.0.
Character Background
Ash Attackers are the foot soldiers of Jestro's lava monster army. They were created from the Book of Monsters to serve as disposable minions in the war against the Nexo Knights.
Design Notes
The figure represents the 'Tech-Fantasy' aesthetic well. The Use of Pearl Dark Gray for the limbs creates a robotic feel, while the purple hair and fangs maintain the monstrous fantasy origin.
Similar Minifigures
Other Lava Monsters like the Magmar, Crust Smasher, and Flama figures share the same color palette and antagonistic role.
Collectibility
Moderate. While common, they are popular for army building. Demand remains steady for fans of the Nexo Knights aesthetic or those looking for unique purple hair/silver armor pieces.
History
Noteable as part of LEGO's last major home-grown 'Big Bang' theme that attempted to bridge physical play with a digital app ecosystem.
Interesting Facts
The purple hair piece used here was originally introduced in the Ultra Agents line (for Terabyte) before becoming a staple for the Nexo Knights villains.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in large numbers to represent an invading army, preferably surrounding a larger villain figure like Jestro or Moltor.
Modification Potential
Excellent for sci-fi or cyberpunk MOCs. The silver armor and lime green printing make the parts very useful for custom robots or space themes.
Overall Assessment
This is a solid, well-detailed army builder. While not highly valuable, its unique color combination and aggressive design make it a standout for fans of LEGO's sci-fi/fantasy fusion eras.