X-1 Ninja Charger

The X-1 Ninja Charger was released in 2014 as part of the LEGO Ninjago 'Nindroids' subtheme, which marked a significant pivot for the long-running series. This set was designed to capture a more techno-futuristic aesthetic, reflecting the narrative shift toward a war between the ninja and advanced robotic adversaries known as Nindroids. It served as a flagship vehicle for the character Kai, incorporating a distinctive split-function play feature that allowed a motorcycle to eject from the center of the main muscle car chassis.

The design team focused on blending classic hot-rod styling with integrated weaponry and high-tech accents to suit the season's mechanical theme. Upon its release, it was generally well-received by the building community for its robust construction and the novelty of its dual-vehicle functionality. It remains a representative example of the mid-2010s era of Ninjago, where the aesthetic moved away from purely traditional fantasy toward a fusion of ancient martial arts and sci-fi elements.