Jay - Ninjago City Gardens Exclusive
njo638 · Ninjago
Ninjago Legacy / 10th Anniversary · 2021 (Included in set 71741)
Figure ID
njo638
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2021 (Included in set 71741)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare; exclusive to one high-priced D2C (Direct to Consumer) set.
Head
Classic LEGO yellow skin tone. Features Jay's signature smirk with a notch in the right eyebrow and a small band-aid/patch on the left cheek. Messy black hair piece with side-swept fringe.
Torso
Black tank top (sleeveless) with a red electric guitar print. The guitar is surrounded by white lightning bolt sparks, referencing Jay's elemental power. Bare yellow arms and hands.
Legs
Dark tan pants with pocket detailing, a printed belt, and a small blue patch on the right knee. Modern detailed printing.
Accessories
In this image, he is holding a white 1x1 round plate with a handle (camera/telescope piece). Culturally, he is often associated with nunchucks or game controllers.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are yellow, black, and dark tan with red and white accents on the torso printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The torso features detailed lightning bolts around the guitar. The legs include belt and pocket lines that align well with the hip piece.
Variants
This is a 'casual' variant of Jay. Most Jay minifigures feature Ninja geat or robes; this citizen-style version is exclusive to the City Gardens set.
Condition Notes
Prone to arm cracks (common in post-2010 figures) and wear on the hair piece edges. Check for torso fading if displayed in direct sunlight.
Estimated Value
$10.00 - $15.00 USD (Used); $18.00+ USD (New/Mint). Note: Price is influenced by the $350+ retail price of the source set.
Price (New)
Only available in set 71741 which retails for $349.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
71741 NINJAGO City Gardens.
Character Background
Jay Walker (born Jay Gordon) is the Elemental Master of Lightning. This figure represents him in his off-duty, casual civilian attire within the metropolises of Ninjago City.
Design Notes
The use of the classic black messy hair and a band-aid face print captures Jay's energetic and slightly accident-prone personality perfectly without the need for a mask.
Similar Minifigures
njo256 (Jay - Day of the Departed), njo492 (Jay - Legacy), and other casual Ninjago City citizens like njo637 (Nya).
Collectibility
High for Ninjago completionists. Figures from 'Ninjago City' modular-style sets generally hold value well due to the sets' popularity with adults.
History
Released as part of the 10th-anniversary celebration of Ninjago, bridging the gap between action-figure play and modular building aesthetics.
Interesting Facts
The red guitar on the torso is a reference to Jay's hobby as an inventor and his high-energy personality; he is often the 'comic relief' or the technical expert of the group.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for placement on the balconies or in the 'Chen's Noodle House' area of the Ninjago City Gardens set. Looks best next to the casual Nya minifigure.
Modification Potential
Extremely versatile. The torso is a perfect 'civilian rock star' piece for any LEGO City MOC or concert scene.
Overall Assessment
An excellent, character-focused variant that provides a refreshing break from the standard combat robes. A must-have for Ninjago fans who enjoy the 'City' expansion line.