Kai - Golden Legacy (10th Anniversary)
njo635 · Ninjago
Legacy / 10th Anniversary · 2021; released to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Ninjago theme which originally launched in 2011.
Figure ID
njo635
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2021; released to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Ninjago theme which originally launched in 2011.
Rarity
Uncommon; exclusive to a single retail set. While not rare in the sense of a limited convention exclusive, it is a target for collectors completing the 10th-anniversary golden ninja lineup.
Head
Yellow head with Kai’s classic determined expression, featuring a notch in the eyebrow and a red headband print. It is covered by a Pearl Gold wrap/mask piece with a red top.
Torso
Pearl Gold torso with wrap-style robe printing, featuring red and dark red accents, dark orange highlights to simulate fold depths, and Ninjargon text. The back features a 10th-anniversary logo print.
Legs
Pearl Gold legs and hips with detailed sash and robe printing that continues from the torso, featuring red, dark red, and black floral/logo patterns.
Accessories
Includes a Pearl Gold katana and a specialized 10th Anniversary circular display tile (2x2 round tile) printed with '10 Years Ninjago' on a black stand.
Color Scheme
Dominant Pearl Gold with significant Red, Dark Red, and Black accents to represent the character Kai.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the front and back of the torso and the front of the legs. The printing includes metallic flecks and intricate Ninjargon characters.
Variants
This is the 'Legacy' golden version; other variants of Golden Kai exist, such as the 2013 version (njo081) which lacks the 10th-anniversary branding and detailed leg printing.
Condition Notes
Pearl Gold plastic is prone to visible injection mold swirling. Check for 'play wear' on the gold finish which can dull or scratch more easily than standard solid colors.
Estimated Value
Used: $8 - $12 USD; New (taken from sealed set): $13 - $18 USD. Value is tied to the completeness of the anniversary stand.
Price (New)
Originally included in set 71736 Boulder Blaster, which retailed for $39.99 USD.
Compatible Sets
71736 Boulder Blaster (2021).
Character Background
Kai is the Elemental Master of Fire and one of the original four ninja. This 'Golden' form represents his ultimate power and was released to honor his history in the series.
Design Notes
The 2021 Golden Legacy figures feature significantly higher print detail on the legs and torso compared to the original 2013 golden ninja series.
Similar Minifigures
Golden Lloyd (njo634), Golden Jay (njo637), Golden Zane (njo633), Golden Cole (njo636), and Golden Nya (njo638).
Collectibility
High; many collectors seek to complete the specific seven-figure 'Golden Legacy' set which was spread across various 2021 Ninjago sets.
History
Part of a 2021 initiative where LEGO placed one unique golden ninja in each of the major Legacy wave sets to drive sales among long-time fans.
Interesting Facts
The printing on the torso includes Ninjargon text that translates to 'KAI'. The anniversary stand is unique to this specific wave of figures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on its included 10th-anniversary stand alongside the other five golden ninja and Golden Wu to form a complete collection.
Modification Potential
The Pearl Gold parts are highly desirable for MOCs (My Own Creations) involving statues or ceremonial guards, but most collectors prefer to keep the anniversary figures intact.
Overall Assessment
A beautiful commemorative piece with excellent detail. It is a must-have for Ninjago fans and serves as a high-quality example of LEGO's modern metallic printing capabilities.