Lloyd - Scuba Gear (Deepstone Armor / Seabound)
njo693 · Ninjago
Seabound · 2021 (Part of the Ninjago Season 14/15 wave)
Figure ID
njo693
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2021 (Part of the Ninjago Season 14/15 wave)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While it appeared in multiple sets, it remains sought after as a core character in a specific mission-based outfit.
Head
Double-sided head; yellow skin. Side A: Determined expression with green pupils and black eyebrows. Side B: Angry/focused combat expression. Green scuba mask/helmet with integrated transparent visor window.
Torso
Dark Green with lime green highlights and silver/gunmetal grey armor printing. Design features the 'Deepstone' style suit with a high-tech scuba harness, breathing tubes, and the energy crest. Rear printing shows consistent mechanical armor detail. Black hands.
Legs
Green base with detailed printing on the hips and legs. Features knee pads, tactical utility belt detailing, and dark green/lime green paneling to match the torso.
Accessories
Equipped with a black scuba oxygen mask/breather piece that fits around the neck. Features a back-mounted scabbard holding a silver (flat silver) katana. Also typically comes with green flippers in the sets, though not pictured here.
Color Scheme
A mix of Green, Dark Green, and Lime Green with accents of Flat Silver and Black. This monochromatic green palette represents Lloyd's Elemental Power of Energy.
Printing Details
High-fidelity pad printing. The detail on the torso and legs is intricate, featuring mechanical line work and metallic highlights that give a 'wet-suit' appearance.
Variants
There are several 'Scuba Lloyd' variants across Ninjago history (such as the LEGO Ninjago Movie version), but this specific njo693 version is unique to the Seabound line with its specific armor pattern.
Condition Notes
Watch for 'silvering' or scratches on the translucent visor area of the helmet. The breathing mask can occasionally warp if left on tight for years. Check for arm cracks which are common in dark green torsos.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD (Used/Complete); $8.00 - $12.00 USD (New/Mint). Value fluctuates based on regional availability.
Price (New)
Available in sets ranging from $20.00 (71750) to over $100.00 (71756). Individually, the figure is a low-cost entry point for the theme.
Compatible Sets
71750 Lloyd's Hydro Mech, 71754 Water Dragon, 71756 Hydro Bounty.
Character Background
Lloyd Garmadon, the Green Ninja and Elemental Master of Energy. In the Seabound season, the team travels to the depths of the Endless Sea to stop the villainous Prince Kalmaar and the sea serpent Wojira.
Design Notes
The Seabound ninja suits are considered some of the best designed 'utility' suits in Ninjago, successfully blending the traditional ninja aesthetic with deep-sea diving gear.
Similar Minifigures
Scuba Kai (njo691), Scuba Cole (njo694), Scuba Jay (njo689), and Scuba Zane (njo695).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. While not a 'grail' figure, the Seabound sub-theme is transitionally popular because of its unique aesthetic compared to traditional land-based ninja outfits.
History
Follows a long tradition of themed armor for the Ninjago team (Kimono, Rebooted, Tournament, etc.). This 2021 release marked the first time the show returned to a heavy focus on the ocean since the 'Ghost' season.
Interesting Facts
The breathing apparatus is a specialized piece that has been utilized in both Ninjago and City Space/Aqua themes, but the combination of the mask and the specific ninja helmet is what defines this era.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in an underwater-themed MOC using transparent blue plates and sea-grass elements, alongside the Hydro Mech.
Modification Potential
The head and hair can be swapped for a non-helmeted Lloyd (tousled blonde hair) for 'on-deck' scenes. The torso is excellent for sci-fi or futuristic hazmat custom figures.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed figure that captures the 'Seabound' aesthetic perfectly. Essential for fans of Lloyd, though quite common due to its inclusion in the entry-level Hydro Mech set.