Cole - ZX (Deepstone / Black Gi)
njo039 · Ninjago
Ninjago: Rise of the Snakes (2012) · 2012
Figure ID
njo039
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common to Uncommon
Head
Standard yellow classic head with dual-sided printing: one side features a focused, stern expression with heavy eyebrows, and the other side features an angry/gritting expression. Paired with a messy black tousled ninja hair piece.
Torso
Black torso with dark bluish-gray and gold wraps, featuring the orange Earth symbol emblem on the chest surrounded by armor details. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Black legs with complex dark bluish-gray and silver wrap printing continuing down from the torso, featuring knotted straps and a hidden dagger hilt printed on the left leg.
Accessories
Typically comes with gold weapons or a black ninja sheath, though none are shown in the handheld view.
Color Scheme
Primary black with dark bluish-gray accents, orange elemental symbol, and silver/gold highlights.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing with detailed metallic gold and silver ink, crisp lines on both torso and legs, featuring front and back torso printing.
Variants
Appears in multiple waves with different elemental suits. This specific ZX variant includes shoulder armor in its complete set form, though the armor is missing in the photo.
Condition Notes
Check for fading on the torso printing, scratches on the face piece, and clutch power on the legs. The missing shoulder armor is a common condition issue for loose figures.
Estimated Value
3.00 USD to 6.00 USD used complete; significantly less without the original shoulder armor and weapons.
Price (New)
Came in sets ranging from $20 to $100+ depending on the size of the 2012 wave sets.
Compatible Sets
9440 Venomari Shrine, 9448 Samurai Mech, 9450 Ultra Sonic Raider
Character Background
Cole is the Earth Ninja and the original leader/strength of the team in the LEGO Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzu TV series, known for his love of food and his black elemental gi.
Design Notes
The ZX suit design represents a significant aesthetic upgrade from the 2011 Pilot suits, introducing more intricate armor printing and elemental emblems.
Similar Minifigures
Cole - Kimono (njo073), Cole - ZX with different gear, Jay - ZX (njo037)
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility among Ninjago completionists focusing on early series suits, particularly the Rise of the Snakes era.
History
Released during the massive 2012 expansion of Ninjago, which cemented the theme as one of LEGO's most successful original properties.
Interesting Facts
The ZX variant suits were heavily featured in the animated series during the quest to unlock the true potential of the Ninja's elemental weapons.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Ninja ZX variants on a black LEGO display plate with their respective golden weapons.
Modification Potential
Great for custom Ninjago MOCs or mixing and matching early-era ninja parts and elemental symbols.
Overall Assessment
A classic early Ninjago minifigure that holds nostalgic value for fans of the original 2012 TV show era, though missing its signature shoulder armor in this specific photo.