About Skales
Skales (njo0040) is a mid-range Ninjago minifigure valued at $17.98 on BrickLink. It comes from 2 sets. Not a headline piece, but it adds up — sellers processing bulk lots should know this figure is worth pulling and listing individually rather than bundling it into a random minifig lot.
Seller notes
- New/sealed copies sell for $35.35 vs $17.98 used — a 97% premium. If you have this figure still sealed or in excellent condition with all accessories, price it closer to the new average.
- Only 3 parts — quick to assemble and verify completeness. Make sure all pieces are present before listing, especially any printed or unique elements.
- Appears in 2 sets including Cole's Tread Assault and Destiny's Bounty. If you're parting out any of these sets, pull this figure first — it's one of the more valuable minifigs you'll find inside.
Parts in Skales (3)
Sets containing Skales (2)
Common questions about Skales
How much is Skales (njo0040) worth?
Skales sells for an average of $17.98 used and $35.35 new/sealed on BrickLink based on the last 6 months of completed sales. That's well above the Ninjago theme average of $8.54. Actual sale prices depend on condition, completeness (all accessories included), and whether the figure has any print damage or discoloration.
What sets include the Skales minifigure?
Skales appears in 2 sets: Cole's Tread Assault (9444-1, ~$210.53), Destiny's Bounty (9446-1, ~$237.02).
How do I identify Skales?
Look for the BrickLink ID njo0040 — it's the definitive identifier for this figure. Skales is made up of 3 parts (a standard minifigure assembly). The parts breakdown on this page shows each component with colors. If you have a loose figure and aren't sure what it is, the brick'em scanner can identify it from a photo in a few seconds.
What's the best way to sell Skales?
List it individually on BrickLink with the ID njo0040 — buyers search by part number and will find it. Include clear photos showing condition. At $17.98, it's worth the time to list separately rather than bundling. If you have several Ninjago figures, listing them all at once saves on the per-item effort.