LEGO® NINJAGO® Pilot Era Minifigures

This collection focuses on the early 2011 LEGO® NINJAGO® pilot-era minifigures and accessories. These releases are recognized for their original outfit prints, starter weapon designs, and first-wave character variants that introduced the theme’s core lineup.

Original Ninja Variants

The pilot wave features the earliest suit designs and accessory combinations for the main ninja characters, making them popular with collectors completing first-release assortments:

• Kai – early fire-themed outfits and starter weapon elements
• Jay – lightning-style prints and initial hood variants
• Cole – earth-tone suits and classic armor combinations
• Zane – ice-inspired prints and early mask styles

Skeleton Faction & Early Villain Parts

This era also introduced the first skeleton minifigure molds, armor pieces, and weapon accessories. These elements are frequently used for faction displays and nostalgic wave completions.

Browse additional variants in the Skeleton Army minifigures range.

Golden Weapon Accessories

The pilot assortment is closely associated with gold-colored weapon molds and signature accessory pieces. These items are often paired with first-wave ninja variants or used in custom builds.

See the full selection in the NINJAGO weapons collection.

Explore Related Releases

For later outfit waves and expanded character lineups, view Season 1 variants. You can also browse additional assortments in the LEGO® NINJAGO® Themes overview or return to the main LEGO® NINJAGO® Minifigures hub for all factions and eras.

LEGO® parts are intended for ages 4 and up. They may pose a choking hazard for children under 3 years old.