Richie - Black Katana Holder

Richie, with his unique cyberpunk aesthetic, is a desirable minifigure for Ninjago collectors, especially those focused on the Prime Empire subtheme. His distinctive dark pink and black color scheme, combined with the pixelated skull print on his torso, makes him stand out from other Ninjago characters. The inclusion of a katana holder and VR glasses adds to his appeal.

Collectors also appreciate Richie for his association with the popular Kai's Mech Jet set. Minifigures from retired sets tend to become more sought after as time passes, further increasing Richie's collectibility.

Richie appears in three Ninjago sets, all of which were released and retired in 2020. This relatively limited availability contributes to his moderate rarity. While he wasn't a regional exclusive or part of a special edition, the fact that all his sets are now retired means that the supply of new Richie minifigures is finite. Aftermarket availability is good, but prices may increase over time as the sets become harder to find.

As a character from a popular Ninjago subtheme and appearing in a limited number of sets, Richie has moderate investment potential. The retirement of all sets containing him suggests his value will likely appreciate slowly over time, especially if Ninjago continues to be a strong theme. While he isn't as iconic as the core ninja characters, his unique design and limited availability make him a worthwhile addition to a Ninjago investment portfolio.