Zane - Sons of Garmadon
njo392 · Ninjago
Sons of Garmadon (Season 8) · 2018 (Released in January wave)
Figure ID
njo392
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2018 (Released in January wave)
Rarity
Common (Mass-produced in multiple retail sets)
Head
Yellow head with silver robot panels on the sides, blue eyes, and a determined expression. Includes white hair with a tan/gold headband (mold 27367).
Torso
Black vest over yellow skin, featuring chain detailing, a orange/gold belt, and blue ice crest logo on the back. Yellow arms with black hands.
Legs
Black legs with red/dark red hips, featuring gold and blue armored knee pad printing.
Accessories
Usually paired with a silver katana or a Harpoon/Arrowhead spear (as seen in image with a Flat Silver Blade on a black shaft).
Color Scheme
Primary: Black and Yellow; Accents: White (hair), Copper/Gold, and Blue.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on head, front/back of torso, and front of legs. Features intricate 'biker' aesthetic unique to this Ninjago season.
Variants
This is the 'Sons of Garmadon' undercover version. Other variants include 'Zane - Titanium' and 'Zane - Legacy'.
Condition Notes
Check for silver paint wear on the head (robot panels) and neck cracks on the torso which are common for 2018 figures.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $6.00 - $9.00 USD. Price varies slightly by geographical region.
Price (New)
Appeared in sets retailing between $19.99 (70639) and $69.99 (70642).
Compatible Sets
70639 Street Race of Snake Jaguar, 70642 Killow vs. Samurai X.
Character Background
Zane is the Elemental Master of Ice and a Nindroid. In this sub-theme, he goes undercover with the 'Sons of Garmadon' biker gang under the alias 'Snake Jaguar'.
Design Notes
Uses a unique hair/headband combo first introduced for the Sons of Garmadon line to signify Zane's 'punk' undercover look.
Similar Minifigures
njo469 (Zane - Hunted), njo318 (Zane - Movie version), and other Sons of Garmadon biker members like Mr. E.
Collectibility
Moderate. Vital for Ninjago completists but widely available on the secondhand market due to inclusion in two popular sets.
History
Represents the tonal shift of Ninjago in 2018 towards a darker, 'Mad Max' inspired urban aesthetic following the LEGO Ninjago Movie.
Interesting Facts
The 'Snake Jaguar' pseudonym is a reference to Zane's origins and his ability to blend into human society despite being a machine.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the Oni Bike or the Street Race scene. Use a transparent blue stand to represent his ice powers.
Modification Potential
The torso and legs are excellent for Fallout or Mad Max style post-apocalyptic custom builds.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed figure that perfectly captures the grit of Season 8. Exceptional printing for a standard retail figure.