LEGO Acronix Minifigure Background :
LEGO Acronix Minifigure, along with his older Twin brother Krux, serve as the primary antagonists of Ninjago Season 7, "Hands of Time". He is an Elemental Master of Time, wielding the power to accelerate or slow down time, making him a challenging opponent. Despite his traditionalist brother, Acronix embraces the modern era after spending 40 Years lost in a Temporal Vortex. His role involves reuniting with his brother, reclaiming their lost time powers from the four Time Blades, and using a time-traveling mech, the Iron Doom, to alter history and conquer Ninjago.
LEGO Acronix Minifigure Appearance :
Visually, Acronix has a younger appearance than his Twin brother due to his time in the Temporal Vortex, featuring long black hair with a green facial tattoo. His black armor includes vibrant red and dark gray metal plating, gold outlining, and the Elemental Symbol of Time at its center. A green half-cape covers his left shoulder, with a BorgWatch on his left wrist, and a MP3 Player with green earbuds, which he proudly uses to annoy Krux. His design emphasizes his brash, confident, and technological personality, setting him apart from the more aged and old-fashioned Krux.
Acronix's Interactions :
Acronix primarily interacts with a core group of Characters, beginning with his reunion and partnership with his Twin brother, Krux. Their relationship, while strained by differing views on technology, highlights a deep bond, as Acronix rushes to his brother's aid when the Ninja overwhelm him. He engages in numerous battles with the Ninja Team: Kai, Nya, Jay, Cole, Zane, and Lloyd. Acronix's initial return sees him clashing with Master Wu, whom he insults for his old age, eventually striking him with a "Time Punch" that rapidly ages him. He also encounters and battles the younger versions of Wu and Lord Garmadon during his time-travel exploits. Acronix works with the Vermillion Army Commanders, specifically interacting with Supreme Commander Machia, Commander Blunck, and Commander Raggmunk. Acronix favors Machia, though he ultimately disposes of all Three Commanders when they outlive their usefulness. The Characters that are in the Vermillion Army are Rivett, Slackjaw, Vermin, and Tannin.
Acronix's Journey :
The Time Twins kidnap and force the Elemental Masters' Parents, Ray and Maya, to work for them, with Acronix threatening Kai, Nya, and Wu to ensure their compliance in retrieving the Final Time Blade. Acronix also captures Cyrus Borg, forcing him to complete the Iron Doom Mech. His Journey ends with a Final Confrontation aboard the Iron Doom Time Machine as it travels through the Temporal Vortex. In this battle, he and Krux fight Master Wu one last time. Wu sacrifices his escape, stranding all three in the endless void outside of time. While a de-aged Wu eventually escapes as an infant, Acronix and Krux remain Lost In Time, leaving their fate unknown. While a de-aged Wu escapes as an infant, Acronix got lost in the Vortex for 40 Years, but Krux escapes back to Ninjago to plot his revenge as Dr. Sander Saunders.