General Machia
njo284 · Ninjago
The Hands of Time · Released in 2017 as part of the winter wave of Ninjago sets.
Figure ID
njo284
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
Released in 2017 as part of the winter wave of Ninjago sets.
Rarity
Uncommon; she was only available in two sets during a single production year, making her harder to find than standard foot soldiers.
Head
Transparent Red with detailed red and orange face printing, representing a hive-mind of snakes; features a dual-sided print with slightly varied angry expressions.
Torso
Pearl Dark Gray with intricate silver and dark red plating textures; includes dark gray arms and black hands. Features the iconic Vermillion serpent-mail pattern.
Legs
Pearl Dark Gray with silver and dark red hip and leg printing; the print depicts heavy overlapping armor plates and internal snake-coil details.
Accessories
A unique Pearl Dark Gray Vermillion helmet with two protruding snake heads on top and a Vermillion blade (broadsword) with a translucent red serrated edge.
Color Scheme
Primary color is Pearl Dark Gray with accents of Transparent Red, Silver, and Dark Red to emphasize the 'living armor' aesthetic.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head (front/back), torso (front/back), and legs (front). The silver highlights are particularly crisp against the dark plastic.
Variants
General Machia has no official variations, though she shares parts like the helmet and armor with other high-ranking Vermillion generals like Blunck and Raggmunk.
Condition Notes
The transparent red head is prone to micro-scratches. The rubbery texture of the helmet can attract dust, and the silver leg printing is a common area for play-wear fading.
Estimated Value
New: $15-$22 USD; Used: $8-$12 USD depending on the integrity of the silver printing and the inclusion of her specific blade.
Price (New)
She appeared in sets ranging from $29.99 (Destiny's Shadow) to $79.99 (Dawn of Iron Doom).
Compatible Sets
70623 Destiny's Shadow and 70626 Dawn of Iron Doom.
Character Background
A leader of the Vermillion Army, Machia is a tactical genius formed from thousands of snakes. She serves the Time Twins, Acronix and Krux, as their primary field commander.
Design Notes
This figure features the unique Vermillion helmet mold which was a centerpiece of the 2017 wave's design language, blending organic snake shapes with mechanical elements.
Similar Minifigures
General Blunck (njo296), General Raggmunk (njo295), and various Vermillion Warriors/Soldiers from the Hands of Time theme.
Collectibility
Moderate to High; as a named female antagonist from a specific Ninjago era, she remains desirable for fans completing their 'villain' rosters.
History
Released during the 7th season of Ninjago, marking a transition toward more complex armor molds and the heavy use of 'Transparent Red' as a character-defining material.
Interesting Facts
In the TV series, she is composed entirely of snakes; the minifigure captures this through the transparent red head and the 'scales' printed on her armor.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the Time Twins and other Vermillion generals on a dark baseplate with red lighting to accentuate the transparent head element.
Modification Potential
The pearl dark gray armor is highly versatile for creating custom dark fantasy knights or sci-fi villains using other Ninjago or Nexo Knights parts.
Overall Assessment
An excellent villain minifigure with a striking color palette and unique molded gear. Score: 8/10 for design and thematic accuracy.