Lizard Man - Vermillion Soldier (Rivett)
njo282 · Ninjago
The Hands of Time · 2017 - The Hands of Time wave
Figure ID
njo282
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2017 - The Hands of Time wave
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. It was available in multiple sets but is now discontinued.
Head
Dark Green head with yellow reptilian eyes, a red stripe on top, and a wide toothy grin. It includes scales and a scarred right eye.
Torso
Olive Green with Vermillion metal armor printing. Includes Sand Green arms and Dark Green hands. Features intricate snake-scale and bronze metal detailing.
Legs
Red legs with detailed printing including hip armor, metal greaves, and specialized clawed toe printing at the bottom.
Accessories
Includes a Pearl Gold armor breastplate/shoulder wrap with a trans-orange 1x1 round tile representing 'Time Energy'. Missing the original helmet and weapon in the image.
Color Scheme
A mix of Dark Green, Olive Green, Red, and Pearl Gold. Accented by Trans-Orange and Copper printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, front and back of the torso, and the front of the legs. Note the fine lines on the chest armor and the 'claws' on the feet.
Variants
Standard version as seen in sets 70621 and 70626. Other Vermillion warriors (like Machia or Raggmunk) use similar heads but different armor moldings.
Condition Notes
The neck area of the torso is prone to cracking from the pressure of the gold shoulder armor. Check the Pearl Gold piece for stress marks on the side clips.
Estimated Value
Used (Complete): $3.00 - $5.00 USD. Current state (Missing helmet): $1.50 - $2.50 USD.
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $14.99 (70621) to $69.99 (70626).
Compatible Sets
70621 The Vermillion Attack, 70626 Dawn of Iron Doom.
Character Background
Part of the Vermillion Army created by the Time Twins, Acronix and Krux. These soldiers are actually composed of thousands of tiny snakes inhabiting suits of armor.
Design Notes
Introduced the unique Pearl Gold shoulder armor mold tailored for the Hands of Time series. The printing reflects a 'scrap metal' aesthetic made by snakes.
Similar Minifigures
Slackjaw (njo291), Tannin (njo271), and General Machia (njo284).
Collectibility
Moderate. Good for army building Ninjago villains, but lacks the high-value status of the Time Twins themselves.
History
Part of the seventh season of Ninjago. This era marked a transition into more complex, multi-layered armor accessories for grunt-level figures.
Interesting Facts
The Vermillion warriors were unique because they weren't individuals, but hive-minds of snakes; when 'defeated,' they would dissolve into a pile of serpents.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with other Vermillion soldiers around the Iron Doom mech or in a swamp-themed Ninjago MOC.
Modification Potential
The head and red clawed legs are highly popular for creating custom lizard-man or dragonborn figures for Dungeons & Dragons MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed antagonist figure. While not highly valuable, the unique color palette and clawed leg prints make it a standout for customizers and Ninjago collectors.