Shark Army Great White
njo356 · The LEGO Ninjago Movie
Movie Tie-in / Shark Army Garmadon · 2017 - Released as part of the debut wave for the Ninjago Movie, representing a step forward in unique animal-themed headgear molds.
Figure ID
njo356
Theme
The LEGO Ninjago Movie
Year Released
2017 - Released as part of the debut wave for the Ninjago Movie, representing a step forward in unique animal-themed headgear molds.
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While easily obtained in 2017, this specific variant with the detailed headgear was limited to a few specific sets, making it rarer than the basic foot soldiers.
Head
Standard yellow head with a determined expression, heavy black eyebrows, and some facial stubble, often obscured by the massive headgear.
Torso
Dark Stone Grey / Sand Blue printing featuring a tactical vest with orange life jacket highlights and specialized Shark Army insignias on the front and back.
Legs
White legs with dark grey hip printing; includes printing for a belt and tactical pouches. This version features standard leg length.
Accessories
The signature accessory is the Large Magenta Shark Headgear, featuring a jagged tooth-lined mouth, yellow eyes, and a fin. The figure often carries a fish-based weapon or a spear in sets.
Color Scheme
A striking contrast of Magenta (headgear), White, Dark Grey, and Orange accents, designed to mimic deep-sea creature camouflage with a comedic twist.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso and legs. The headgear features dual-molded plastic with printed eyes and teeth for a high-contrast, aggressive look.
Variants
Variations of this character exist in the CMF series (Colnjo-10) with different torso printing and accessory sets, as well as a 'General' version with more medals.
Condition Notes
The Magenta shark headpiece is prone to scratches on the fin. Check the 'neck' of the shark piece for stress marks from repeated removal and attachment.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New: $7.00 - $10.00 USD. Value is mostly tied to the unique shark headpiece which is highly sought after for MOCs.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $20.00 to $160.00. The price-per-minifigure was standard for licensed movie sets at the time.
Compatible Sets
70656 garmadon, Garmadon, GARMADON!; 70614 Lightning Jet; 70609 Manta Ray Bomber.
Character Background
A high-ranking member of Lord Garmadon's Shark Army. In the movie, these characters serve as comedic foils who are constantly fired or failed by Garmadon's schemes.
Design Notes
The shark headgear is a dual-purpose piece that sits over the head and onto the torso. It uses a specialized mold first introduced specifically for the 2017 movie line.
Similar Minifigures
Shark Army Gunner (njo312), Shark Army Angler (njo315), Shark Army Hammerhead (njo325).
Collectibility
Moderate. Highly desirable for fans of the Ninjago Movie and those looking to build 'Garmadon's Army' dioramas. The unique headgear keeps interest stable.
History
Represents the peak of Ninjago's 'weird' phase where the fantasy ninja elements crossed over with modern urban and ocean-themed tactical gear for the big screen.
Interesting Facts
The magenta color of the shark head was selected to help the antagonists 'pop' on screen against the dark, rainy environments of Ninjago City.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a line-up with other Shark Army variants or placed inside the mouth of the 70656 Garmadon shark mech.
Modification Potential
Excellent for 'Shark Suit Guy' customs or fantasy creature MOCs. The headpiece fits any standard minifigure torso.
Overall Assessment
A fun, high-quality figure with one of the most iconic headgear pieces in recent LEGO history. A must-have for Ninjago completionists and lovers of quirky motifs.