Fire Oni
njo462 · Ninjago
Sons of Garmadon · 2018 (Released in set 70643 Temple of Resurrection)
Figure ID
njo462
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2018 (Released in set 70643 Temple of Resurrection)
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While appearing in a widely distributed set, it was exclusive to one of the more expensive sets ($69.99 USD) in the 2018 Ninjago lineup and has not been re-released.
Head
Red head with yellow glowing eyes, thick black eyebrows, and a small menacing grin showing teeth. It features some subtle red speckle detailing on the skin, unique to this series' villains.
Torso
Red torso with black armor detailing, featuring defined abdominal muscles and a black waistband. The arms are solid red with dark red hands. It includes a rare 'shoulder spikes' (Black Neck Bracket with Spikes) piece.
Legs
Red legs with black loincloth printing at the hips. The legs feature black and dark red spotting/scales and three black pointed claws printed at the feet to represent demonic features.
Accessories
The primary accessory is the Black Armor Shoulder Spikes/Pauldrons (piece 35460). Often equipped with weapons like a katana or bone axe in-universe, though the figure is shown here with just its standard armor.
Color Scheme
Primarily Red with Black accents. Uses Dark Red hands and Dark Red spotting on the prints to create a biological/inhuman texture.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on the head, torso (front and back), and the front of the legs. The claw printing on the toes is a nice detail that distinguishes it from standard Ninjago henchmen.
Variants
None. The Fire Oni specifically appeared in this configuration. However, it is part of a trio of Oni henchmen (Fire, Stone, and Wood) released in the same set.
Condition Notes
The most common wear point is the neck bracket (spikes) which can occasionally show stress marks. Check the hands for small cracks at the wrists. The red base plastic masks minor scratches well.
Estimated Value
Used: $12.00 - $18.00 USD. New: $22.00 - $28.00 USD. Prices fluctuate based on the popularity of the Ninjago legacy characters.
Price (New)
Set 70643 Temple of Resurrection retailed for $69.99 USD. This figure was one of seven minifigures included in the set.
Compatible Sets
70643-1 Temple of Resurrection
Character Background
The Oni are the ancient demonic enemies of the Dragon race in Ninjago lore. The Fire Oni represents a lesser manifestation of these beings summoned or serving the Sons of Garmadon during the 'March of the Oni' narrative arc.
Design Notes
The figure utilizes the 'Villain' aesthetic of the 2018 Ninjago era, moving away from classic skeletons or snakes toward more muscular, demonic designs influenced by Japanese folklore.
Similar Minifigures
Stone Oni (njo461), Killow (njo402), and various members of the Sons of Garmadon such as Mr. E.
Collectibility
Moderate. It is a 'must-have' for completionists of the Season 8/9 Ninjago lineup, but because it is a nameless grunt, it doesn't command the high prices of named characters like Lloyd or Lord Garmadon.
History
Debuted in 2018 as part of the massive expansion of Ninjago's mythic lore. It represented a darker tonal shift in minifigure design for the theme.
Interesting Facts
The Fire Oni's clawed feet are a rare printing choice for LEGO figures, which usually leave the top of the feet blank. It is one of the few figures where the neck piece is considered integral to its character design.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the other two Oni from set 70643. It looks best on a dark grey or lava-themed MOC baseplate to emphasize the red skin and black armor.
Modification Potential
Excellent for fantasy MOCs. The legs and torso are frequently used by customizers to create demons, devils, or fire-elemental warriors due to the generic but detailed muscle and scale prints.
Overall Assessment
A solid, well-detailed villain minifigure that captures the 'Sons of Garmadon' aesthetic perfectly. It is a great mid-range collectible for any Ninjago enthusiast.