Cole - ZX
njo049 · Ninjago
Ninjago: Rise of the Snakes · 2012
Figure ID
njo049
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common
Head
Yellow classic skin tone, angry expression with white pupils and black eyebrows, dual-sided printing with a determined look on the reverse, wearing a flat silver ninja mask/hood covering the lower face.
Torso
Black torso featuring intricate grey chainmail and wrapping details on the front, accented by a gold dragon print crossing the chest, and an orange sash/belt at the waist. Black arms and black hands.
Legs
Black legs with intricate silver and dark grey printing depicting traditional ninja wraps, armor straps, and leg guards.
Accessories
Flat silver shoulder armor piece (neck bracket) with katana holder slots on the back.
Color Scheme
Primarily black with flat silver, gold, and orange accents.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on head, torso front and back, and legs. Crisp metallic gold and flat silver ink used for the armor details.
Variants
Appears with minor weapon loadout variations depending on the set, but the core figure remains consistent across 2012 releases.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include chipping on the metallic gold and silver chest printing, scratches on the flat silver shoulder armor, and fading on the orange belt.
Estimated Value
Used complete condition ranges between $3 to $6 USD depending on whether weapons like golden weapons or katanas are included.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from $9.99 to $99.99 USD in 2012.
Compatible Sets
9440 Venomari Trash Crawler, 9442 Jay's Storm Fighter, 9448 Samurai Mech, 9450 Ultra Sonic Raider
Character Background
Cole is the Earth Ninja and Master of Earth in the LEGO Ninjago universe, known for his incredible strength, love for food, and steadfast loyalty to his team.
Design Notes
The ZX variant introduced specialized shoulder armor pieces capable of holding weapons, significantly upgrading the playability and aesthetic of the ninja line.
Similar Minifigures
Cole - Deepstone, Cole - Rebooted, Kai - ZX, Jay - ZX, Zane - ZX
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility; popular among nostalgic Ninjago fans who collect the original 2012 Rise of the Snakes waves, though widely produced.
History
Released during the second major wave of Ninjago, the ZX suits represent the evolution of the ninja uniforms before transitioning to the Kimono and Techno styles.
Interesting Facts
The ZX suits are heavily inspired by classic ninja folklore combined with heavy-duty armor plating, setting a high benchmark for early Ninjago costume design.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed on a black or earth-toned LEGO baseplate alongside the other original ninja in their ZX gear, equipped with their respective elemental weapons.
Modification Potential
High potential for purist custom ninja builds or swapping out shoulder armor and weapons for modern MOCs.
Overall Assessment
An iconic early-era Ninjago minifigure with great detailing, essential for any complete collection of the original ninja team.