Stone Warrior
njo073 · Ninjago
Legacy / Rise of the Snakes · 2013 (Original), 2019 (Legacy context)
Figure ID
njo073
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2013 (Original), 2019 (Legacy context)
Rarity
Common to Uncommon. While mass-produced in several sets, their popularity in the show makes them frequent targets for army building, which can drive up individual demand.
Head
Medium Stone Grey (Light Bluish Gray) with a grimacing expression, featuring glowing red eyes and detailed stone-like facial lines. It is topped with a Dark Red Samurai helmet.
Torso
Dark Red armor printing with stone-textured patterns. The figure features a Dark Red shoulder armor piece (Pauldrons) which covers the neck and shoulders.
Legs
Dark Red legs with Medium Stone Grey (Light Bluish Gray) hip piece. Printing includes layered armor plates and stone textures matching the torso.
Accessories
Trans-Light Blue elemental lightning blade/sword and a brown hilt/handle. Note: The lightning piece is often associated with Jay's elemental weapons but is frequently used for various magical effects in MOCs.
Color Scheme
A striking dual-tone of Dark Red and Medium Stone Grey, accented by Trans-Light Blue for the weapon. This represents the indestructible stone material the army is made of in the lore.
Printing Details
High quality pad printing on the torso and head. The face print has exceptional detail for a generic 'grunt' character, emphasizing the cracked stone aesthetic.
Variants
Variants include large Stone Warriors with four arms (General Kozu), scouts with different hats, and the 2019 'Legacy' versions which updated the printing and helmet molds.
Condition Notes
Check for stress marks on the shoulder armor clips and the neck of the torso. The Dark Red plastic can occasionally be brittle in older batches, and the Trans-Light Blue blade is prone to scratching.
Estimated Value
$3.00 - $6.00 USD for a used complete figure. New condition may reach $8.00 - $10.00 USD depending on the specific set version.
Price (New)
Originally released in sets ranging from $9.99 (70500 Kai's Fire Mech) to $69.99 (70505 Temple of Light).
Compatible Sets
70500 Kai's Fire Mech, 70505 Temple of Light, 70669 Cole's Earth Driller (Legacy).
Character Background
The Stone Army was created by the Overlord using an indestructible substance. They served as the primary antagonists during the second half of Ninjago's second season, 'Legacy of the Green Ninja'.
Design Notes
The Dark Red Samurai helmet and armor are iconic pieces that redefined the Ninjago aesthetic, moving away from snakes toward a more martial, supernatural warrior look.
Similar Minifigures
General Kozu (njo071), Stone Scout (njo072), Giant Stone Warrior (70504), and various Stone Army warriors from the 2019 Legacy wave.
Collectibility
High for army builders. Collectors often seek 10-20 of these figures to recreate the massive marching Stone Army from the animated series.
History
First appearing in 2013, the Stone Army marked a shift in Ninjago's design language, introducing more complex armor molds and darker color palettes compared to the previous Year of the Snake.
Interesting Facts
In the show, these warriors are literally indestructible unless hit by elemental powers. The LEGO pieces use one of the most popular 'dark red' palettes, which is highly prized for custom MOC builders.
Display Suggestions
Display in a rank-and-file formation on a grey baseplate to simulate an army march. They look best when paired with the Temple of Light or Cole’s Earth Driller.
Modification Potential
Excellent. The dark red armor and helmet are frequently stolen for use in custom Samurai or Shogun-themed creations.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential Ninjago antagonist. While common, its design holds up remarkably well against modern figures, earning a high recommendation for fans of the 'Golden Age' of Ninjago.