Cole - ZX (Earth Ninja)
njo036 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
njo036
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A classic early-era Ninjago minifigure with iconic design elements, high nostalgia value, and solid durability for collectors.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$3 to $6 USD depending on completeness and condition.
Original Retail
Originally available in sets ranging from $10 to $50 in 2012.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Standard yellow head with black ninja mask (hood) covering the lower face, leaving only eyes visible, featuring a golden symbol on the forehead.
Torso
Black torso with detailed brown and dark grey wrappings, a rocky armor texture representing his Earth element, and back printing continuing the harness and straps.
Legs
Black legs with intricate silver printing representing a belt and armor wraps around the knees and shins.
Accessories
Dual silver katanas held in hand or mounted via back gear, and potentially a spinner crown component depending on the exact battle pack or set.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing featuring metallic silver accents, complex multi-color torso armor wrapping, and sharp line work typical of early Ninjago waves.
Color Scheme
Black, dark brown, grey, and metallic silver with a yellow flesh tone under the mask.
Known Variants
Appears in multiple 2012 sets including spinner packs and standard sets with slight variations in weapon configurations.
Condition Notes
Check for print wear on the golden forehead symbol of the hood, scratching on the glossy black helmet, and fading on the torso metallic silver prints.
Found In Sets
9440 Venomari Shrine, 9448 Samurai Mech, 9552 Lloyd ZX Booster Pack, and various 2012 Spinner sets.
Character Background
Cole is the Master of Earth and one of the founding ninja alongside Kai, Jay, and Zane under Sensei Wu, known for his physical strength and love of food.
Design Notes
The ZX suit represents the second major ninja suit iteration from the Ninjago theme, introducing the iconic hood piece with golden emblem and dual-color molding aesthetics.
History
Introduced in the second wave of Ninjago in 2012, replacing the original 2011 pilot suits with more detailed metallic armor prints.
Interesting Facts
The ZX suits were heavily featured in the LEGO Ninjago video games and early animated TV series episodes.
Collectibility
Moderately collectible for early Ninjago completionists and fans of the Rise of the Snakes storyline.
Similar Minifigures
Kai ZX, Jay ZX, Zane ZX, Lloyd ZX.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a black LEGO minifigure stand alongside the rest of the original elemental ninja squad in their ZX variants.
Modification Potential
Great for custom ninja creations, MOCs involving ancient temples, or mixing and matching parts with later Ninjago armor pieces.