Nadakhan
njo195 · Ninjago
Skybound · 2016
Figure ID
njo195
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2016
Rarity
Uncommon. He was the primary antagonist of his wave but only appeared in three sets, making him less common than the ninja, but still widely produced for that year.
Head
Yellow skin with a sinister smirk, pointed beard, and a distinctive eye patch. It features a dark red turban headpiece with a wraparound texture.
Torso
Dark red with sleeveless yellow arms and black hands. Features detailed printing of gold and black belts, a circular swirl buckle, and a strap across the chest.
Legs
Dark red standard legs without printing. The simplicity of the legs contrasts with the highly detailed torso and shoulder armor.
Accessories
Flat silver or pearl gold epaulette/pauldron armor (shown). In sets, he typically carries the Djinn Blade with trapped souls, but that part is missing from this figure.
Color Scheme
Primary colors are Dark Red and Yellow, accented by Pearl Gold armor and Black hands/belts.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the head and torso. The torso features intricate metallic-looking lines on the belt and buckle. No printing on the back of the legs or sides.
Variants
There is technically only one version of this specific Nadakhan minifigure, though his armor and accessory (the Djinn Blade) define his complete look.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the neck area from the shoulder armor and the gold finish on the pauldrons. Ensure there are no cracks in the dark red torso, which can be brittle over time.
Estimated Value
Used: $5 - $9; New (packaged in set): $10+. The torso and head carry the most value reaching about $3 each if sold separately.
Price (New)
He appeared in sets ranging from the Sky Shark ($19.99) to Misfortune's Keep ($79.99). He was never sold individually.
Compatible Sets
70603 Raid Zeppelin, 70594 The Lighthouse Siege, and 70605 Misfortune's Keep.
Character Background
Nadakhan is a Djinn and the Captain of the Sky Pirates. He is the last Prince of Djinjago and served as the main villain of Ninjago Season 6: Skybound.
Design Notes
LEGO used a standard minifigure body for him despite his 'genie' nature in the show, representing his physical form in the world of Ninjago. The headgear mold is semi-unique to this era.
Similar Minifigures
Other Sky Pirates such as Flintlocke (njo197), Dogshank, or Cyren. He shares aesthetic similarities with other Ninjago villains like Garmadon and Chen.
Collectibility
Moderate. He is essential for Ninjago series collectors as a major seasonal villain, though Skybound is not as high-demand as the early pilot or Rebooted waves.
History
Initially released in January 2016 as part of the 'Skybound' wave. This marked the shift toward pirate-themed antagonists following the 'Ghost' wave of 2015.
Interesting Facts
In the TV show, Nadakhan has four arms, but in his standard minifigure form, he only has two. A four-armed version exists only as a large-scale figure or MOC.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside his Sky Pirate crew or inside a glass case featuring the Djinn Blade accessory. He looks best on a tan or sand-colored baseplate representing a desert or island.
Modification Potential
The shoulder armor can be swapped for Garmadon's 4-arm torso piece to create a show-accurate version. The head is popular for pirate-themed MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-printed villain figure with a great headpiece. While the lack of leg printing is a drawback, the unique turban and shoulder armor make him visually distinct. Rating: 7/10.