Cinder
njo878 · Ninjago
Dragons Rising - Season 2 · 2024 (January/March release wave)
Figure ID
njo878
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2024 (January/March release wave)
Rarity
Uncommon. While part of the standard retail wave, she appears in specific sets within the Dragons Rising line. Her value is elevated as she is a named antagonist.
Head
Dual-sided dark red head with yellow eyes, scaly skin texture, and sharp teeth. One side shows an aggressive snarling expression, while the other is a menacing grin. Wears a black coolie-style conical hat.
Torso
Dark red and black torso with intricate scale mail printing and gold/red trim. The printing includes a red sash with a golden dragon-style buckle. Black arms with dark red hands and armor detailing on the shoulders (neck-bracket armor).
Legs
Black legs with continuous printing from the torso; features red scale segments, gold lining, and dark red armor plates on the shins and feet.
Accessories
Includes a black 'Hat, Conical (Coolie)' and a Pearl Dark Gray neck-mounted shoulder armor piece. In the original set (71827), the figure typically wields a black katana or specialized elemental weapon.
Color Scheme
Primary Dark Red and Black with Metallic Gold accents. This symbolizes the Wolf Mask Clan and the 'Shatterspin' energy associated with the character.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head, torso (front and back), and the front of the legs. The alignment of the belt/sash between the torso and hips is a key detail.
Variants
This is the standard version for 2024. No major regional variants exist yet, but she shares components with other high-ranking members of the Wolf Mask army.
Condition Notes
Check for stress marks on the neck bracket and scuffs on the conical hat tip. The dark red printing on black plastic is prone to 'show through' if the ink application was thin, but 2024 standards are generally high.
Estimated Value
$4.00 - $7.00 USD (Used/New). The figure is relatively recent, so prices fluctuate based on set clearances.
Price (New)
Included in set 71827 (retail $149.99), making the figure an expensive acquisition if bought through the source set, though she appears in smaller sets as well.
Compatible Sets
71827 Zane's Ice Dragon Creature, 71813 Wolf Mask Shadow Dojo, and 71819 Dragon Stone Shrine.
Character Background
Cinder is a primary antagonist in Ninjago: Dragons Rising Season 2. He is the Master of Smoke (having taken the power from Ash) and serves Lord Ras and the Empress in the Wolf Mask Clan.
Design Notes
Utilizes the new 2024 Wolf Mask Clan aesthetic. Notable for the seamless transition of the scale-mail pattern from the head to the torso.
Similar Minifigures
Lord Ras (njo877), Wolf Mask Warrior, and Ash (The original Master of Smoke).
Collectibility
Moderate to High for Ninjago fans. Named villains with unique elemental powers (Smoke) traditionally maintain value better than generic 'fodder' or hero variants.
History
Debuted in early 2024 as part of the 'Dragons Rising' soft-reboot of the Ninjago franchise. Represents the first time a new Master of Smoke has been introduced since the Tournament of Elements.
Interesting Facts
Despite the feminine-sounding name 'Cinder', the character is male in the series lore, replacing Ash who was the previous Master of Smoke.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside Lord Ras or facing off against Kai or Zane on a rocky or dojo-themed baseplate.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'Sith' style custom minifigures or dark fantasy monsters due to the dark red scaly head print.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking antagonist with top-tier printing. As the 'Master of Smoke,' this figure is a core requirement for any collector aiming to complete the Elemental Master roster.
Notes
71827