Empire Richie (Unagami's Army)
njo579 · Ninjago
Prime Empire · 2020
Figure ID
njo579
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2020
Rarity
Common
Head
Yellow skin, robotic visor with translucent orange lens, dual-sided showing robotic circuitry and a jagged metallic mouth, topped with a white Mohawk hairpiece.
Torso
Dark Pearl Gray with detailed gold, orange, and teal circuitry armor; black arms and dark pearl gray hands; heavy black spiked shoulder armor (pauldrons).
Legs
Black legs with intricate dark pearl gray, orange, and gold mechanical printing representing robotic armor plating.
Accessories
Prime Empire 'Cyber Blade' sword with a black hilt and a translucent neon orange blade. The figure features a black neck bracket supporting spiked armor.
Color Scheme
Black, Dark Pearl Gray, Gold, and Translucent Neon Orange.
Printing Details
High-density digital circuitry printing on torso and legs; crisp visor printing. Features front and back torso printing compatible with the Prime Empire aesthetic.
Variants
Standard version from sets; very similar to other 'Rat Pack' or Empire troops but distinguished by the white Mohawk and specific visor print.
Condition Notes
Watch for loose clutch on the neck armor and scratches on the translucent sword blade. The white hairpiece is prone to discoloration if exposed to sunlight.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $5.00 USD (Used), $6.00 - $8.00 USD (New/Mint).
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from $29.99 to $79.99.
Compatible Sets
71708 Gamer's Market, 71711 Jay's Cyber Dragon.
Character Background
Richie is a member of the Rat Pack serving Unagami within the video game world of Prime Empire, acting as an antagonist to the Ninja.
Design Notes
Reflects the 1980s synth-wave and cyberpunk aesthetic of the Prime Empire wave, utilizing high-contrast neon colors against dark base plastics.
Similar Minifigures
Empire Haus (njo573), Empire Rat Pack (njo566), Red Visor (njo568).
Collectibility
Moderate for Ninjago completionists. While not rare, it is an essential 'grunt' character for building a Prime Empire display.
History
Debuted in early 2020 as part of Season 12 of the Ninjago television series tie-in sets.
Interesting Facts
The 'Cyber Blade' accessory was a new mold for this sub-theme, designed to look like a digital 'life-bar' or power-up weapon.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a neon-lit baseplate or alongside the 71708 Gamer's Market to recreate the digital marketplace scene.
Modification Potential
The head and hair are excellent for cyberpunk MOCs (My Own Creations) or futuristic bounty hunter characters.
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly-detailed trooper figure with excellent accessory value. Rated 7/10 for design and 4/10 for investment rarity.