Lord Garmadon (4 Arms, Armor)
njo013 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes / Pilot Episodes · 2011/2012
Figure ID
njo013
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2011/2012
Rarity
Uncommon to Semi-Rare
Head
Black head piece with red eyes, sharp white teeth in a sinister grin, and gray furrowed brow printing. No hair or helmet present in this specific image.
Torso
Black torso with dark blue and silver armor plating print, featuring the iconic four-arm attachment piece that allows for two sets of arms.
Legs
Black legs with dark blue hip and silver/dark blue ornate sash/armor printing.
Accessories
None shown in the image, but typically includes four katanas or various silver/black weapons and a black shogun-style helmet with a bone ornament.
Color Scheme
Dominant Black with Dark Blue accents and Silver metallic printing.
Printing Details
High detail for the era, featuring distinctive torso and leg printing that aligns to create a continuous armor aesthetic.
Variants
This is the classic 4-armed version. Other variants include Sensei Garmadon (human), Garmadon with different armor patterns, and larger movie-scale versions.
Condition Notes
The four-arm torso piece is a known stress point; check for cracks where the arms attach. The printing on the torso's ribbing is prone to silver paint wear.
Estimated Value
Approximately $12.00 - $20.00 USD for a used complete figure; $30.00+ for a new/mint example.
Price (New)
Included in sets ranging from $19.99 to $69.99 originally.
Compatible Sets
Appearances include 9446 Destiny's Bounty, 2505 Garmadon's Dark Fortress, and 2256 Lord Garmadon spinner.
Character Background
The primary antagonist of early Ninjago, corrupted by the Great Devourer, older brother to Wu, and father to Lloyd Montgomery Garmadon.
Design Notes
Notable for the unique 'double torso' mold that allows for four arms, a revolutionary design choice for Ninjago that became a franchise staple.
Similar Minifigures
Samukai, General Kozu, and later versions of Lord Garmadon (e.g., njo078).
Collectibility
High demand due to the popularity of the Ninjago legacy and the iconic nature of Garmadon as a villain.
History
First introduced in 2011, this version solidified the character's look during the peak of the Ninjago 'Rise of the Snakes' wave.
Interesting Facts
The four-arm mold was specifically designed to accommodate Garmadon's transformation after his time in the Underworld.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for a central villain spot in a Ninjago display, especially alongside the Destiny's Bounty or against the four Ninja.
Modification Potential
The torso and arm piece is highly sought after for MOCs involving multi-armed demons or sci-fi aliens.
Overall Assessment
An iconic piece of Ninjago history; despite some minor wear visible, it remains a pillar for any serious theme collection.