Lord Garmadon - Legacy, Short Cape
njo511 · Ninjago
Legacy / Spinjitzu Monastery · 2019
Figure ID
njo511
Theme
Ninjago
Year Released
2019
Rarity
Uncommon. Exclusive to a single set (70670), though Garmadon variants are frequent.
Head
Lime green skin, skull-like facial features, glowing red eyes, and a missing nose. It typically uses the black Samurai helmet with a bone attached to the front top.
Torso
Red and black armor printing with silver chain, skull emblem, and scale mail details. Black hands and red arms.
Legs
Black legs with red armor-plating print, featuring silver belt and grey loincloth detail. No side printing.
Accessories
Black Samurai helmet (part 15423), white bone (part 93160), and a black tattered cloth cape with two holes (part 19904). Often carries a silver or black katanas (not shown).
Color Scheme
A striking contrast of Red, Black, and Lime Green. Significant use of silver and grey for armor textures.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on torso (front/back) and legs (front only). Detail includes intricate scale mail and weathered armor looks.
Variants
Standard Garmadon (four arms), Movie Garmadon (black/sand green), and various 'Legacy' iterations with slight print variations on facial expressions.
Condition Notes
The tattered cape is highly susceptible to fraying and creasing. The white bone on the helmet is easily lost. Check for torso cracks under the armpits.
Estimated Value
$10.00 - $15.00 USD (Used), $18.00 - $25.00 USD (New/Mint). Value fluctuates based on cape condition.
Price (New)
Included in Set 70670 (Monastery of Spinjitzu) which retailed for $79.99 in 2019.
Compatible Sets
70670 Monastery of Spinjitzu (Ninjago Legacy line).
Character Background
Lord Garmadon is the primary antagonist of the Ninjago series, the brother of Master Wu and father of Lloyd. This version represents his classic form reimagined for the Legacy line.
Design Notes
Utilizes the 'Samurai X' style helmet mold from 2012. The lime green head distinguishes him from the original 2011/2012 grey-headed versions.
Similar Minifigures
njo013 Lord Garmadon (2011), njo042 Garmadon with 4 arms (2012), njo312 Garmadon (The LEGO Ninjago Movie).
Collectibility
Moderate. Highly desirable for Ninjago completists and fans of the 'Legacy' aesthetic which honors the show's origins.
History
Part of the first major wave of 'Legacy' sets which revamped iconic characters with modern printing technology and improved piece molds in late 2018/early 2019.
Interesting Facts
Despite Garmadon having four arms in many seasons, this version has only two, representing his appearance in the very first pilot episodes.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside the Golden Ninja (Lloyd) or Master Wu to recreate the Spinjitzu Monastery combat scenes. Use a black baseplate.
Modification Potential
The red armor torso is excellent for custom demonic knights or chaotic fantasy warriors. The head is popular for radioactive/toxic skeleton MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A solid 8/10 figure. Excellent print quality and a faithful tribute to the show's original villain, although the fragile cape requires careful handling.