Notes on Lego Ninjago Serpentine Minifigures Lecture

Introduction

• Overview of video content: Every Lego Ninjago Serpentine minifigure from 2012 to 2024.
• Historical context: Serpentine as main villains in Ninjago Masters of Spinjitsu Season 1 (2012).
• The lecture is part of a series covering various Ninjago minifigure collections.
• Engagement with audience: Comments on which collections viewers want to see next.

2012 - Initial Releases

• Total of 17 different Serpentine minifigures introduced, spanning 5 tribes.
• Hypno Brutes:
  • Ratla:
    • Design: Light bluish gray with dark blue detailing and yellow accents.
    • Nostalgic but not the strongest design due to color choices.
    • Features: Hypnotic swirls on torso and legs.
  • Mesmo:
    • Rarity: Only available in one polybag for one month.
    • Similar design to Ratla but less vibrant colors.
    • Features: Molded headpiece with printed detail.

Improved Hypno Brutes

• Slyther and Scales:
  • Slyther:
    • Improved color scheme with brighter yellow scales.
    • Notable for unique headpiece with personality.
    • Design feels flat due to muted colors.
  • Scales:
    • Major character in the show.
    • Vibrant design with rib cage detailing; very striking and colorful.

Fangire Tribe (2012)

• Snappa and Fangi:

  • Snappa:
    • Fun design but feels flat; lacks detail in legs.
    • Face print adds personality but is simple.
  • Fangi:
    • Higher ranking with more detailed torso print and better color distribution.
    • Notable for the expressive headpiece and detail around the eyes.

• Fang Dam and Fangtom:

  • Fang Dam:
    • Solid design but feels flat in color choice.
  • Fangtom:
    • Improved design with more color variety; favorite due to thematic representation.

Venomari Tribe (2012)

• Lasha and Spitt:

  • Lasha:
    • Detailed design with battle damage and personality elements.
  • Spitt:
    • Similar to Lasha but distinct in color distribution and headpiece design.

• Lazaru and Acidicus:

  • Acidicus:
    • General of Venomari but printing issues detract from design.
  • Lazaru:
    • More basic design with less detail than Lasha or Spitt.

Constrict Eye (2012)

• Snake and Shogun:
  • Snake:
    • Interesting design with cracked rock details.
  • Shogun:
    • A favorite for many due to unique design.

Anacondra Tribe (2012)

• Pythor P. Chumsworth:
  • Controversial headpiece; represents Pythor's character well despite criticisms.
  • Color scheme: Purple and black, with a gem on the front.

2015 - New Anacondra Minifigures

• Cho Rry and Capal Ry:
  • False Anacondra introduced; significant shift in design.

2016 Updates

• Clancy:

  • Unique character with a mix of designs from different tribes.

• Lasha and Snake Villain:

  • New versions aimed at younger audiences; simplified features.

2019 Ninjago Legacy

• Legacy Lasha and Spitt:

  • Mixed reviews; designs lack personality compared to originals.

• Legacy Pythor:

  • Improved design over his original; retains essential features but modernized.

2021 Reintroductions

• Legacy Ratla and Mesmo:

  • Both show significant improvements over originals in color and detail.

• Holiday Baby Mesmo:

  • Cute variant with short legs.

2022 New Introductions

• Ninjago Crystallized Wave:
  • Crystallized Ashira and Pythor introduced but with mixed reception due to design choices.

Conclusion

• Recap of Serpentine minifigures from 2012 to 2024.
• Audience engagement: Favorite and least favorite minifigures.
• Personal favorites: Chokun, Pyro Whipper, Snake Villain.
• Discussion of potential future releases and the relevance of Serpentine in Ninjago lore.