LEGO Ninjago 9440 Venomari Shrine

Specifications
| Set number | 9440 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2012 |
| Piece count | 86 |
| Minifigures | 1 |
| Theme | Ninjago |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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Set 9440, “Venomari Shrine”, is a Ninjago set released in 2012. It depicts a shrine connected with the Venomari and contains 86 pieces, with the minifigure Zane ZX with Shoulder Armour.
The model belongs to the Ninjago theme and is tied to the snake tribes, specifically the Venomari. Rather than presenting a vehicle, it provides a compact setting that can place Zane ZX in a scene of confrontation, discovery, or display within that part of the theme.
The build uses 86 pieces and focuses on a small scenic structure.
This set suits Ninjago collectors who want a small reference point from 2012, as well as builders arranging play or display scenes. Within the theme, it works best as a Venomari setting piece, complementing larger models and giving the included Zane variant a clear environment.
Inventory of set 9440
The inventory of set 9440 lists 86 pieces, spare parts excluded: 38 different lots (one shape in one color) for 35 part shapes. The box also contains 5 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 9440
Main color: dark tan, making up 16% of the parts, followed by dark bluish gray (15%) and black (13%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Tan | 14 | 16% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 13 | 15% | |
| Black | 11 | 13% | |
| Lime | 10 | 12% | |
| Trans-Neon Green | 9 | 10% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 5 | 5.8% | |
| Tan | 5 | 5.8% | |
| Yellow | 3 | 3.5% | |
| White | 3 | 3.5% | |
| Red | 2 | 2.3% | |
| Other colors (7) | 11 | 13% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 20 | 23% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 7 | 8.1% | |
| Tiles Special | 6 | 7% | |
| Plates Special | 6 | 7% | |
| Bricks Special | 6 | 7% | |
| Bricks | 4 | 4.7% |
Most common parts in set 9440
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove 2412b | Trans-Neon Green | 6 |
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Lime | 6 |
| Brick Special 1 x 2 with Masonry Brick Profile 98283 | Dark Tan | 6 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 2 3022 | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Plate 1 x 2 3023 | Dark Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise 3673 | Light Bluish Gray | 4 |
| Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole 6541 | Tan | 4 |
| Tile 1 x 6 with Groove 6636 | Black | 4 |
| Plate 2 x 4 3020 | Dark Tan | 3 |
26 of the 35 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
No part in set 9440 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
No similarly sized set supplies more than a quarter of its parts: set 9440 relies on a little-shared assortment.
Size of set 9440 within its line
With 86 pieces, set 9440 ranks #284 out of 396 Ninjago sets in our database, which have an average of 470 parts. Among the 321 sets released in 2012, it ranks #200. That is less than half the average Ninjago set size.
Included minifigures
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 9440 Venomari Shrine have?
LEGO set 9440 Venomari Shrine has 86 pieces. It was released in 2012 as part of the Ninjago theme.
What year was LEGO set 9440 released?
Set 9440 Venomari Shrine was released in 2012 and belongs to the Ninjago theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 9440?
Number of minifigures in LEGO set 9440 Venomari Shrine: 1. Their names and quantities are listed in the “Included minifigures” section.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 9440?
The instructions for LEGO set 9440 Venomari Shrine can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 9440.
What is the main color of LEGO set 9440?
Dark tan, with 14 out of 86 pieces, or 16%. Next come dark bluish gray (15%) and black (13%).
How many different parts does set 9440 contain?
Set 9440 has 38 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 35 part shapes. Most common part: Tile Special 1 x 2 Grille with Bottom Groove in trans-neon green, with 6 copies.
Does LEGO set 9440 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Is the included minifigure a Venomari character?
No. The listed minifigure is Zane ZX with Shoulder Armour, a version of Zane with shoulder armour.
What role does the model play in a Ninjago layout?
It represents a Venomari shrine, so it functions as a small setting or scene element rather than a vehicle.
See also
Sets from the same theme
850445 Character Card Shrine2012 · 88 pieces
9591 Weapon Pack2012 · 73 pieces
9579 Starter Set2012 · 62 pieces
30085 Jumping Snakes2012 · 42 pieces
30086 Hidden Sword2012 · 39 pieces
9554 Zane ZX2012 · 37 pieces
5000030 Booster Pack Kendo Jay2012 · 31 pieces
9441 Kai's Blade Cycle2012 · 188 pieces
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9442 Jay's Storm Fighter2012 · 242 pieces
9447 Lasha's Bite Cycle2012 · 250 pieces
9455 Fangpyre Mech2012 · 255 pieces
9444 Cole's Tread Assault2012 · 286 pieces
9443 Rattlecopter2012 · 327 pieces
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9456 Spinner Battle Arena2012 · 418 pieces

