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Ninjago (previously known as Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu until 2019) is a computer-animated television series produced by The Lego Group. It was created to coincide with the Lego Ninjago line of construction toys, which is based on the characters and events of the series.

How popular is Ninjago?

Ninjago became so popular they even made a whole theatrical released movie out of it. As much as I want to give my vote to Ninjago City just to acknowledge the big impact Ninjago as a theme had put on the Lego history/community, looking at it just set-wise, I can't deny the beauty of 79003.

Will there be Ninjago season 14?

There is no official release date for season 14, but the creators have not shied away from discussing the direction in which the show is headed in 2021. Moreover, the official trailer has also been released, which means that the fourteenth season’s premiere is not far behind. Therefore, we can expect ‘Ninjago’ season 14 to release sometime in the first half of 2021.

How to watch every season of Ninjago for free?

  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 1: Way of the Ninja
  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 2: The Golden Weapon
  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 3: King of Shadows
  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 4: Secrets of the Blacksmith
  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 5: Flight of the Dragon Ninja
  • Ninjago – Season 1 Episode 6: The New Masters of Spinjitzu

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When is Ninjago season 17 coming out?

The official teaser was released on YouTube on September 29, 2021 while the trailer was released on October 3, 2021. The season aired on Netflix on November 19th 2021 in the United States. 1.1 Get ready for some epic ninja action on NINJAGO Island and below water in the Endless Sea!

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Is Ninjago a Japanese show?

Ninjago television series Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu was animated in Denmark by Wil Film ApS for its ten season run. The production was relocated to WildBrain Studios in Canada with the release of its successor, Ninjago.

Are Ninjago Chinese or Japanese?

The Cartoon Network series is set in the fictional world of Ninjago, a place inspired by Chinese and Japanese myths and culture and features dragons and mystical snakes like the Great Devourer. The main character is Kai, the red ninja of fire.

Is Ninjago in Japan?

Ninjago is mainly based off an 'Americanized' version of ancient China and Japan. All of the Asian characters seen on most signs, etc.

Was Ninjago canceled?

LEGO NINJAGO is confirmed to be continuing through 2022 and into 2023 and part of the 2022 content will at least include a range of comics exploring the adventures of Garmadon, who mysteriously disappeared at the end of a recent season.

Who is Kai's girlfriend in Ninjago?

SkylorIn the end, Skylor becomes Kai's girlfriend and they share a romantic embrace.

How old is Lloyd in Ninjago?

In The Lego Ninjago Movie, Lloyd's age is revealed to be 16.

What language do they speak in Ninjago?

EnglishDanishNinjago: Masters of Spinjitzu/Languages

How old is Kai from Ninjago?

Kai and Jay are the same age. They're about 17.

How old is Master Wu?

Wu is thousands of years old. He and his older brother's long lifespan is a result of them being the sons of the First Spinjitzu Master, who also lived for thousands of years before finally succumbing to his mortality.

How is Cole not a ghost anymore?

As a ghost, Cole's body was no longer tangible. His face was a pale green and the rest of his body was transparent. He was outlined by a pale green and appeared to glow like other ghosts do. During Day of the Departed, Cole was thrown into the rift to the Departed Realm by Yang, reverting him to a human once again.

Is Ninjago on Netflix?

Watch LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu | Netflix.

How tall is Kai from Ninjago?

Kai is second tallest, at 6'0". I like the idea that his height adds to his overconfidence and the fact that he has complete faith in himself, even if he's wrong. Lloyd is 5'10".

Storyline

Fire Chapter- 6 months after March Of The Oni, A greater threat disturbs the peace and quiet of Ninjago. Meanwhile, Zane get dreams of the future. Ice Chapter- Save Zane! After Zane's banishment to the Never-Realm, The Ninja will go there to save Zane, while saving the realm and the inhabitants from Ice Samurai and the Ice Emperor.

Did you know

King Mambo's name, Mambo the Fifth, is a reference to the popular song "Mambo No. 5".

Production

From the eleventh season, the animation for the series was produced in Canada at WildBrain Studios, whereas it had previously been animated by Wil Film ApS in Denmark.

Release

The first 60-second teaser trailer for the season was released on 26 May 2019 on the Lego YouTube channel. A trailer for The Ice Chapter was later released on 6 September 2019 on the Lego YouTube channel to promote the second half of the season.

Plot

After defeating the Oni, the ninja have become lazy and out of shape. They decide to search for a new threat to face, but Ninjago is at peace. They find their next quest when Clutch Powers discovers an ancient pyramid. The tomb is a prison for a snake queen named Aspheera, who is unwittingly released by the ninja.

Reception

Dan Bradley for TheHDRoom commented on the duality of the season, specifically in terms of the split structure that presents the Pyro Vipers (or fire serpents) and the Blizzard Samurai (or ice warriors) as the two groups of antagonists. This split theme of fire and ice was compared to Game of Thrones and A Song of Ice and Fire.

Accolades

In 2020, Secrets of the Forbidden Spinjitzu was nominated for two awards in the Animation Series category of the Leo Awards for Art Direction and Sound.

Who wrote Ninjago?

Long ago, Ninjago was written by the Hageman Brothers, Kevin, and Dan. The show reigned supreme. But then, starting from Season 8, Bragi Schut wrote along with the Hageman Brothers. Then starting from Season 10, he is now the main writer. I think that the change in writing is what put off the show for most old-ti.

Did Cole lead the ninjas?

Yes, I know. Before Kai (who was never the leader, to be honest, just the main character of the pilot season), before Lloyd, Cole was the leader. Wu saw the leadership potential in Cole. I would kill for an episode where Lloyd is out of the picture, and Cole has to lead the ninja.

Is the ninja a team?

But seriously, the Ninja are a team. And they aren’t all getting the same amount of focus. They have been reduced to one or two traits each. Don’t come at me saying that it’s just a kids show, in the previous seasons the Ninja had personality.

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