Kai - Rebooted
njo097 · Ninjago
Rebooted · 2014
Figure ID
njo097
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2014
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Light flesh tone with scruffy black eyebrows, goatee, and a determined/grinning facial expression with scar details. Wears a black helmet with chin strap.
Torso
Red arms and hands, black hips, and a torso printed with red and green tech-armor plating, a stylized flame emblem, and a red belt.
Legs
Red legs with detailed black and white utility printing, knee guards, and pouches.
Accessories
Black ninja helmet with headset/comm piece attachment.
Color Scheme
Red, black, and olive green with white and silver accent printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on head, torso front and back, and legs front. Alignment is crisp with vibrant metallic and flat ink contrasts.
Variants
Appears with minor weapon and armor gear variations depending on the exact set, but this specific minifigure configuration matches the standard Rebooted wave release.
Condition Notes
Inspect for wear on the leg and torso printing, scratching on the black helmet, and micro-cracks around the torso arms and wrist areas.
Estimated Value
5.00 to 10.00 USD depending on condition and presence of weapons
Price (New)
Originally included in sets ranging from 20.00 to 50.00 USD in 2014.
Compatible Sets
70721 Kai Fighter, 70727 X-1 Ninja Charger
Character Background
Kai is the Master of Fire and one of the core ninja team members led by Master Wu. In the Rebooted storyline, the ninja face the Digital Overlord in New Ninjago City, adopting high-tech digital suits.
Design Notes
The Rebooted wave introduced a blend of traditional ninja motifs with futuristic cyber elements, reflecting the season's techno-dystopian theme.
Similar Minifigures
Other Kai variants from the Ninjago theme, particularly from the 2014 Rebooted and Tournament of Elements waves.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility driven by Ninjago completionists and fans of the early seasons of the TV show.
History
Released in 2014 during the third season of Ninjago, marking a significant visual redesign for the main cast compared to earlier waves.
Interesting Facts
The Rebooted wave is widely praised by fans for introducing distinct tech-infused ninja outfits that contrast sharply with the traditional gis from Season 1 and 2.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Rebooted ninja minifigures on a transparent tiered stand with their respective elemental weapons.
Modification Potential
Great for purist custom ninja builds or combining with futuristic space and cyberpunk MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-printed minifigure that captures the unique aesthetic of Ninjago Season 3, offering good value and nostalgic appeal for collectors.