LEGO Ninjago Character Card Shrine (850445)
- Theme
- Ninjago
- Subtheme
- Promotional
- Pieces
- 88
- Minifigures
- 1
- Retail Price
- $14.99
- Released
- 2012
- Status
- Retired
About This Set
Coming in at 88 pieces, the Ninjago Character Card Shrine (850445) is a neat little set from the Ninjago lineup. It debuted in 2012 at $14.99. The set includes 1 minifigure, adding play and display value.
Price-per-piece sits at $0.170. Not the cheapest, but you're paying for the design and theme licensing.
LEGO exclusives like the Ninjago Character Card Shrine tend to fly under the radar at first, but their limited availability makes them interesting long-term holds.
Key Features
- 88 pieces — Compact and purpose-built — great for a quick session
- 1 minifigure — Adds play value and aftermarket appeal
- LEGO Exclusive — Only available through LEGO channels, adding scarcity value
- $0.170 per piece — Standard value for the Ninjago range
- Promotional collection — Sought-after corner of the Ninjago lineup
- From 2012 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Investment Analysis
The Ninjago Character Card Shrine (850445) still has time on shelves, so don't feel pressured to jump in right away. The smart play with active sets is buying on discount and being patient. Let's break down the investment picture.
Investment-wise, we'd call this one modest but worth tracking.
Key factors to consider:
- Exclusive to LEGO channels, which limits supply and typically boosts secondary market value
The play here is patience. Set a price alert, grab it when it dips below $14.99, and revisit once it nears retirement. Ninjago collectors tend to pay up.
Theme Background
As a 2012 addition to Ninjago, part of the Promotional subcollection, the Ninjago Character Card Shrine slots into the more affordable side of Ninjago. Ninjago is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $14.99 this set is priced accordingly. At $0.170 per piece, you're paying a premium — though that's typical for Ninjago sets in this range.
Collectors following Ninjago specifically should note the Promotional subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
LEGO Exclusive. Only available through LEGO.com and official LEGO stores — limited distribution that typically drives stronger post-retirement appreciation.