LEGO just dropped some tantalizing breadcrumbs for Ninjago fans. Honestly, I’m both excited and a little frustrated by their masterful art of the tease.
At Fan Media Days 2025 in Denmark, the company unveiled seven mysterious black silhouette minifigures. These will apparently be the cornerstone of Ninjago’s 15th anniversary celebrations in 2026.
The shadowy lineup includes what looks like six main ninja characters flanking one central figure. These collectible minifigures will be spread across various 2026 Ninjago sets.
It’s giving me serious déjà vu from the 10th anniversary golden minifigure collection. Except this time, LEGO is being even more cryptic about the whole thing.
The identity of that mysterious middle figure has my brain working overtime. Is it Sensei Wu without his signature beard, or maybe the First Spinjitzu Master making a grand return?
LEGO’s marketing team clearly knows how to keep us guessing. I have to admit, their strategy is working perfectly on this curious fan.
Exclusive 2026 Minifigure Hints
I got to witness the grand reveal of absolutely nothing at Fan Media Days in Billund. Seven black minifigure silhouettes stood there like they were auditioning for a shadow puppet show.
The Ninjago Marketing Manager Brayden basically said, “here’s some shapes, go wild with your theories.” Thanks for the specifics, LEGO.
These collectible figures will be scattered across 2026 Ninjago sets like Easter eggs. I’m already picturing parents frantically buying every set just to complete the collection.
The presentation included a fancy 15th anniversary logo on a printed tile. At least we know LEGO can count to 15.
LEGO’s track record suggests these won’t actually be black monochromatic figures in the final sets. They pulled the same mysterious silhouette routine for the 10th anniversary with golden minifigures.
Speculation on Character Inclusions
My detective skills tell me the six outer figures are probably the main ninja team. Revolutionary thinking, I know.
The middle silhouette has everyone scratching their heads. It looks like it could be Sensei Wu with his signature hat.
But there’s no beard visible in the shadow. Some fans think it might be the First Spinjitzu Master instead.
Because nothing says “anniversary celebration” like bringing back ancient characters. The silhouettes don’t give away much beyond basic shapes.
One appears taller than the others. That could mean anything from a different character type to someone wearing platform sandals—who knows?
LEGO designers Dimitrios Stamatis and Lee Chi Wing were part of the presentation. They kept their cards close to their chests.
They promised 2026 would be epic for Ninjago fans, which is marketing speak for “please buy our stuff.”