Nya - The Island, Ninjago
njo660 · Ninjago
The Island (Season 14 / Seabound prologue) · 2021. This figure debuted in the wave celebrating the 10th anniversary of Ninjago, specifically tied to the 'The Island' seasonal arc.
Figure ID
njo660
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2021. This figure debuted in the wave celebrating the 10th anniversary of Ninjago, specifically tied to the 'The Island' seasonal arc.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While tied to a specific season, she appeared in three separate retail sets including a mid-range accessory pack and a polybag, making her highly accessible.
Head
Dual-sided yellow head with Nya's signature facial features. One side features a concentrated smirking expression, the other a determined battle face. She wears a wrap-around azure mask/headpiece over her hair and face.
Torso
Dark red/brown base with a metallic gunmetal chest plate. It features an intricate azure sash and a gold lion-style emblem (Spinjitzu symbol). Black arms and black hands. Includes detailed back printing of the sash and plating.
Legs
Gunmetal grey legs with dark red and azure printing. The design features layered fabric/armor details on the thighs and blue straps on the shins, maintaining the tribal aesthetic of 'The Island' sub-theme.
Accessories
Standard versions include dual silver daggers or a spear and shield, though they are missing from this specific specimen. The wrap-around azure mask is her primary wearable accessory.
Color Scheme
A unique blend of Dark Brown/Maroon, Azure, and Gunmetal Grey. This marks a shift from her traditional 'Samurai X' red or water-based blue to a more rugged, island-expedition palette.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with excellent resolution. The alignment between the torso and legs is particularly well-executed, creating a seamless visual flow of the azure belt and armor.
Variants
This is the 'The Island' version. Other 2021 variants include the 'Golden' 10th anniversary figure (njo634) and 'NRG' Seabound versions. This specific variant does not wear the traditional hairpiece but the wrapped headgear.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the azure printing on the toes and friction wear on the arm joints. The mask piece often develops stress marks if pulled too wide when being placed on the head.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $3.00 - $5.00 USD. New/Mint: $6.00 - $8.00 USD. Incomplete/Loose: $2.00 USD. It remains affordable due to high production volume.
Price (New)
N/A (Individual figure value). Originally found in sets ranging from the $3.99 Polybag to the $69.99 Jungle Dragon set.
Compatible Sets
71746 Jungle Dragon, 71747 The Keepers' Village, and 30539 Lloyd's Quad Bike (Polybag).
Character Background
Nya is the Elemental Master of Water and sister to Kai. In 'The Island' season, the ninja travel to a mysterious island to find Misako, Master Wu, and Clutch Powers. Her outfit reflects the tactical and camouflage needs of the jungle.
Design Notes
The use of Gunmetal as a base color rather than standard Blue distinguishes this Nya from almost all others. The Azure color provides a nice contrast that pops against the dark earth tones.
Similar Minifigures
Island Lloyd (njo658), Island Kai (njo659), and Island Jay (njo661). They all share the same tribal aesthetic and color blocking style.
Collectibility
Moderate. Vital for collectors who want 'The Island' specific lineup, but less sought after than her 'Legacy' or 'True Elements' versions. It is a stable investment for a complete Ninjago collection.
History
Nya's history began in 2011 as 'Samurai X'. Over a decade, her design transitioned from red to maroon, and finally to blue/azure. This figure represents the peak of her 'modern' era detail level.
Interesting Facts
The printing on her torso actually contains subtle tribal patterns that are often missed unless viewed under a magnifying glass. Her mask is a recolor of the piece first introduced in the Legacy wave.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the other 'Island' Ninja on a foliage-heavy baseplate or within the 71747 Keepers' Village set. Use cool white lighting to emphasize the azure accents.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The gunmetal and dark red parts are very popular among MOC builders for creating custom medieval knights or post-apocalyptic warriors.
Overall Assessment
A solid, high-detail minifigure that perfectly captures the jungle-expedition theme. While common, its unique color palette makes it a standout Nya variant. Recommended for Ninjago fans.