Skales - Snake Staff
njo039 · Ninjago
Rise of the Snakes · 2012
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Figure ID
njo039
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2012
Rarity
Common
Overall Assessment
A solid, highly thematic character figure with an iconic molded head piece that represents the golden era of early Ninjago storytelling.
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation3 to 6 USD for a used complete figure on the secondary market like BrickLink.
Original Retail
Originally available in 2012 sets retailing between 30 and 50 USD.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, completeness, and market demand.
Parts
Head
Unique molded serpentine head piece in black with grey scales, yellow slit eyes, and fangs, featuring orange spikes along the back.
Torso
Black torso with silver, white, and orange snake scale and chest plate printing matching the Hypnobrai tribe motif.
Legs
Standard plain black legs with a black hip piece.
Accessories
Typically comes with a snake staff or hypnobrai staff, though none is visible in hand in this specific image angle.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the molded serpentine head and torso front, featuring metallic silver and vibrant orange details.
Color Scheme
Predominantly black with grey, white, and bright orange accents representing the Hypnobrai serpentine tribe.
Known Variants
Skales appears in several versions throughout the Ninjago series, including general robes, NRG forms, and with different tail pieces.
Condition Notes
Check for wear on the printed chest design and potential scratching on the unique molded plastic serpentine head piece.
Found In Sets
9445 Fangpyre Truck Ambush, 9449 Ultra Sonic Raider
Character Background
Skales is a prominent general and later king of the Hypnobrai serpentine tribe in the Ninjago storyline, known for his cunning nature and rivalry with Lloyd and Pythor.
Design Notes
Features a specialized molded snake head piece unique to the Ninjago serpentine tribes of the 2012 wave, combining traditional minifigure bodies with animalistic molded elements.
History
Introduced in the foundational 2012 Rise of the Snakes wave, which cemented Ninjago as a pillar theme for the LEGO Group.
Interesting Facts
Skales is voiced by Ian James Corlett in the Ninjago TV series and is famous for inventing the Hypnobrai slithering fighting style.
Collectibility
Moderate collectibility among Ninjago completionists and fans of the early serpentine waves, though widely produced.
Similar Minifigures
Mezmo, Rattla, Slithraa, and other Hypnobrai serpentine tribe members from the 2012 Ninjago wave.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other serpentine generals and ninja figures on a standard black LEGO baseplate in a dust-free case.
Modification Potential
Great for custom snake cultist MOCs or fantasy roleplay scenes using the unique serpentine head mold.