Zane - Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu (FS)
njo526 · Ninjago
Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu / Season 11 · 2019 / Included in the summer wave accompanying the Season 11 premiere.
Figure ID
njo526
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019 / Included in the summer wave accompanying the Season 11 premiere.
Rarity
Uncommon. While not restricted to a single set, it was only available in three specific Ninjago sets within a limited production window.
Head
Standard yellow minifigure head with Zane's robotic ice-blue eyes, high-tech silver sensors on the forehead/cheeks, and a stern expression. It includes a white 'Forbidden Spinjitzu' hair piece that is uniquely textured to look like swirling energy or ice.
Torso
White torso with a wrap-around robe design involving dark blue and light blue accents. Features a dark blue sash/belt with a silver medallion. The arms are sand blue with white hands to represent a gloved or plated look.
Legs
White hips and legs with dark blue boots. Printing includes a continuation of the robe's bottom edge with a jagged 'frozen' or 'torn' pattern at the transition to the blue boots.
Accessories
Includes the 'Forbidden Spinjitzu' energy cowl/armor piece in white, which wraps around the neck and matches the hair piece texture. In sets, he usually carries a silver katana or a scroll.
Color Scheme
Primary white and dark blue with sand blue and silver accents. The palette is designed to reflect Zane's affinity for ice and the supernatural 'Forbidden' power transition.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back) and legs (front). The printing is crisp, especially the silver metallic details on the belt and the tech markers on the face.
Variants
This is the 'FS' (Forbidden Spinjitzu) variant. Other versions of Zane from this season include the 'Ice Emperor' (njo544) and the standard Ninja suit (njo524).
Condition Notes
The white plastic is susceptible to yellowing if exposed to UV light. The hair and neck cowl are made of a slightly different plastic grade that can attract dust in the deep crevices of the mold.
Estimated Value
Current market value is approximately $5.00 - $8.00 USD for a used figure, and $10.00 - $14.00 USD for a new/unplayed version.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $20.00 to $100.00 USD. Most accessible in set 70673 (ShuriCopter).
Compatible Sets
70673 ShuriCopter, 70676 Lloyd's Titan Mech, and 70678 Castle of the Forsaken Emperor.
Character Background
Zane is the Elemental Master of Ice and a Nindroid (ninja-android). In the Season 11 arc, Zane is transported to the Never-Realm where he eventually becomes the Ice Emperor after being corrupted.
Design Notes
The 'FS' line introduced specialized hair and armor molds that represent the power surge used in Forbidden Spinjitzu. These molds are highly stylized compared to previous hair pieces.
Similar Minifigures
FS Lloyd (njo520), FS Kai (njo518), FS Jay (njo519), and FS Nya (njo521). All share the same energy hair/armor mold concept.
Collectibility
Strong interest for Ninjago completists. While not as rare as the Ice Emperor figure, the FS versions are essential for display of the specific S11 story arc.
History
Released during the transition of Ninjago into shorter, 11-minute episode formats under the 'Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu' title, marking a shift in visual direction for power-ups.
Interesting Facts
The hair piece and cowl are designed to look like they are 'corrupted' or 'enhanced' by energy, making this one of the few Ninjago lines where the ninjas do not wear traditional hoods.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed with the other Forbidden Spinjitzu ninjas or alongside the ShuriCopter. UV-protected cases are recommended due to the high amount of white plastic.
Modification Potential
The cowl and hair pieces are popular for fantasy MOCs (My Own Creations) to represent frosted or magical characters beyond the Ninjago theme.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking figure with unique mold work. It is a solid B-tier collectible that holds its value well due to the popularity of the Zane character and the unique FS aesthetic.