Jay - NRG / ZX (Mixed Variant)
njo049 / njo073 variant mix · Ninjago
Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu · 2012
Figure ID
njo049 / njo073 variant mix
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common to Uncommon (this specific piece is a custom assembly/mis-match)
Head
Blue ninja hood with yellow headband wrapper, standard double-sided flesh-toned head with determined expression
Torso
Blue gi with white lightning bolt accent and digital-style symbol, blue arms with one yellow left arm attached, blue hands
Legs
Sand blue or light bluish gray legs with wrapped design printing
Accessories
None present in the image
Color Scheme
Bright blue, dark blue, sand blue, yellow accent on arm and headband
Printing Details
Detailed pad printing on torso and legs featuring intricate lightning and fabric wraps, clean alignment
Variants
This appears to be a hybrid assembly combining parts from Jay ZX (njo049) and potentially another wave or custom hand/arm swap
Condition Notes
Used condition with visible dust on the carpet background; minifigure appears intact with good clutch power, though the yellow left arm indicates it is a custom variation or pieced-together figure
Estimated Value
3 to 6 USD for individual loose components
Price (New)
N/A for custom mixed figure; original sets retailed from 9.99 to 39.99 USD
Compatible Sets
Appears in various 2012 Ninjago sets like 9442, 9445, or 9449 depending on the exact torso and leg combination
Character Background
Jay is the Master of Lightning, one of the original ninja trained by Master Wu, known for his inventive spirit and talkative personality
Design Notes
Features the classic 2012 ZX-era gi design with iconic lightning motifs representing Jay's elemental power
Similar Minifigures
Other variants of Jay from the Rise of the Snakes and Legacy waves
Collectibility
Low collectibility value as a complete official set due to the mismatched yellow arm, but useful for custom spare parts
History
2012 marked a major turning point for Ninjago with the Rise of the Snakes storyline and the introduction of advanced kimono and ZX gi printing
Interesting Facts
Jay is frequently given unique mechanical arms or mismatched parts by younger fans during play due to his association with inventions and tinkering
Display Suggestions
Display on a standard blue LEGO baseplate alongside other elemental ninja from the 2012 wave
Modification Potential
High potential for purist custom swaps; can easily be corrected back to a standard all-blue arm configuration
Overall Assessment
A well-loved, played-with piece that is great for nostalgic play or parts recycling, though not a pristine collector item due to the non-standard arm color