Ekimu the Mask Maker

"Ekimu the Mask Maker earns a Recommended verdict with a BrickScore of 74.8, offering genuine surprises for BIONICLE fans at a fair price, though the heavy trans light blue color and disproportionate leg length keep it from matching the best figures in the wave."

Ekimu the Mask Maker is a positive surprise among the Summer 2016 BIONICLE wave, with both expert reviewers finding it more interesting than expected given its modest price. The Brickset reviewer called it the surprise package of the wave, praising its complete, well-designed feel, while JANG offered a more measured take centered on the impracticalities of its dual action features and the overly heavy reliance on trans light blue. Owners lean favorable with a 4.41 average across 79 ratings and a 100% would-recommend rate, aligning more with the Brickset view.

Where they split: The two expert sources diverge on the trans light blue color application. Brickset praised the overall color scheme including the mask, while JANG felt the heavy trans light blue made the character look too ghostlike and preferred the original version's blend of gold and translucent elements. Both agree on the proportional issues with the legs.