Ras' master

History[]

Background[]

For unknown reasons, the master created the Weapon of Desolation from their own essence,^[1] tied to the creation of the realms and enabling it to manipulate unstable Source Energy by drawing power from everything around it.^[2][3] However, the First Spinjitzu Master intervened, using an incantation to split the weapon and conceal its two fragments within separate trees.^[4]

In the aftermath of his tribe's demise, a young cub named Zeras found himself trapped in a pit. The master rescued him and taught him the ways of strength.^[5] Since then, Zeras adopted the name Ras as he pledged his service.^[1]

When the Merge occurred, the master devised a complex plan to reverse it, which Ras began executing in hopes of restoring his tribe. To achieve this, Ras needed to capture all seven Source Dragons and harness their Source Energy to separate the realms once more, thereby creating a new reality for his master.^[1]

Dragons Rising, Season 2[]

The Spell at the Waterfall[]

Ras' master contacted Ras while he was speaking to Jordana. As a result Ras tells them that he has a new plan, and that they need five Cloud Monks to be a sacrifice to the Blood Moon, leaving Jordana and Cinder confused.

Rising Ninja[]

After the Ritual of the Blood Moon failed and Ras was unable to liberate four members of the Forbidden Five due to the interference of the ninja, Ras reached out for assistance from his master. The master responded by teleporting Ras, along with the Wolf Clan and the Shadow Dojo, to the Land of Eternal Dawn. Once there, the master called Ras, after placing a control device on Nokt, into their void, where Ras vowed not to disappoint his master again. He pledged to triumph in the Tournament of the Sources and to control the Source Dragons, assuring that the energy of the dragons would ultimately belong to them.

Dragons Rising, Season 3[]

Human Resources[]

When Ras exits the Monastery of Mysterium, Ras' master contacts him and gives him new instructions. This time, Arin and Sora saw Ras' body floating, much to their confusion.

Under the Light of a Mechanical Moon[]

After Ras uses the Forge of the Forgotten to create another Source Dragon Icon, Ras' master contacts him. Ras' master was angry at the delays due to the interference of the Ninja, but Ras assures his master that he will continue to get to their glory and continues with his next instructions.

Prior to Chaos Reigns[]

Ras' master gave Ras the protective container to capture Wu.^[6]

Other appearances and mentions[]

Dragons Rising, Season 1[]

The Power Within[]

After escaping from Imperium, Ras approached his master to discuss Jordana and her exceptional abilities to drain Source Dragon energy. Recognizing her potential, Ras emphasized how her skills could greatly contribute to the master's ultimate objective.

Dragons Rising, Season 2[]

The Blood Moon[]

Ras mentions to Jordana that his master taught him that obtaining true power takes time.

The Forest of Spirits[]

Ras informed his master that all arrangements for the Blood Moon Ritual were complete. He noted that the master's meticulous planning and patience were finally paying off, and it was only a matter of time before the Merged Realms fell under their dominion.

The Shape of Motion[]

Nya mentioned to Lloyd that they were unsure about the identity of Ras' master after learning about them. In response, Lloyd raised a question about the master, wondering how someone could possess such power, especially the teleportation method they used on the Shadow Dojo.

The Final Game[]

Ras mentions his master when demanding Nokt and Rox (possessing Jordana) to comply for the sake of his master's desires at the Cauldron of Realms or face destruction.

Dragons Rising, Season 3[]

The Hollow Ones[]

Ras left Arin and Sora for a while to communicate with his master, whom he did not want them to know about. He learned from his master who held the secrets of the ways how to get to the Underworld. When he returned to the ninja, Sora asked him how he could suddenly know how to get to the Underworld, but an unpleasant Ras did not answer her.

Dragons Rising, Season 4[]

Birthright[]

When Ras emerged from the Monastery of Gates into the Land of Eternal Dawn, he called out to his master and revealed that he had obtained another Source Dragon Icon.

The Summit[]

Dangerous Connections[]

Ras tells Wu that the true victory is closer than ever and his master will triumph.

Relationships[]

Allies[]

• Weapon of Desolation (creation)
• Ras (herald and disciple)
• Wolf Clan (situational subordinates)

Enemies[]

• Source Dragons
• Wu
• Ninja

Powers and abilities[]

• Manifestation: Even though they are not truly present, Ras' master can manifest themselves into a glowing unknown form to communicate.
• Telepathy: The master can summon Ras into an unknown void where they talk to him telepathically.
• Teleportation: The master can teleport any being or thing from one place to another without being physically present.
• Sentient Weapon Creation: Through unknown means, the master created the Weapon of Desolation using their own essence, causing it to possess such cosmic power and sentience.

Weaknesses[]

• Weapon of Desolation: Since the Weapon of Desolation was created directly from their essence, its destruction can gravely injure them.

Appearances[]

Ninjago: Dragons Rising[]

Season 1[]

• 20. "The Power Within" (mentioned)

Season 2[]

• 21. "The Blood Moon" (mentioned)
• 25. "The Spell at the Waterfall" (unseen)
• 29. "The Forest of Spirits" (flashback; unseen)
• 30. "Rising Ninja" (unseen)
• 31. "The Shape of Motion" (mentioned)
• 39. "The Final Game" (mentioned)

Season 3[]

• 51. "The Hollow Ones" (mentioned)
• 52. "Human Resources" (unseen)
• 56. "Under the Light of a Mechanical Moon" (unseen)

Season 4[]

• 70. "Birthright" (mentioned)
• 78. "The Summit" (mentioned)
• 80. "Dangerous Connections" (mentioned)

Trivia[]

• Chris "Doc" Wyatt jokingly said that Ras' master is Lobbo's mom and no one would see that coming.^[7]
• When Ras speaks to his master, his eyes glow as he is pulled into his master's void and he levitates. This is similar to what happens to Lloyd in "Beyond the Phantasm Cave," when the Source Dragons pull Lloyd into their void he is spiritually present, but physically floating, and his eyes glow.
• They are the eighth major villain to have an identity hidden from the ninja. The first was Pythor as the Stranger from Rebooted; the second was Krux as Dr. Saunders; the third was Harumi as the Quiet One; the fourth was Zane as the Ice Emperor; the fifth was Unagami as Prime Empire itself, rather than Milton Dyer as the ninja initially thought; the sixth was Vangelis as the Skull Sorcerer; and the seventh was the Overlord as the Crystal King.
• Their identity was established from the very start of Dragons Rising.^[8]
• Ras knows the true identity of his master.^[9]
• When asked if Ras' master chose him because he saw potential in Ras, Chris "Doc" Wyatt stated, "Sorta yes, but it's a bit more complicated than that".^[10]
• When asked if Ras got the task of freeing the Forbidden Five from his master, or he thought he could use them in the plan, Chris "Doc" Wyatt replied, "Unfortunately, the answer to this is a little too revealing. Ask again in the future after you know who his master is, and after THAT ONE THING happens (trust me... you'll know it when you see it)."^[11]
• Much like potential parallels to be drawn between Ras and Lloyd as teachers, there are also potential parallels between Wu and Ras' master.
  • Both are a currently omnipresent forces with golden coloring, guiding the teachers of opposing sides and aiding them in a semi-passive manner.
• When Ras' master teleports Ras, the Wolf Clan, the Shadow Dojo, and Nokt away from the Forest of Spirits, the sound effects used when the Source Dragon of Energy made Lloyd his conduit, when the Source Dragon of Motion created a Dragon Icon, and when the Golden Ultra Dragon faded away are utilized.
• When asked how long ago Ras was found in the Forest of Spirits by his master, Chris "Doc" Wyatt replied that he is not allowed to answer that question.^[12]
• They revealed to Ras that Master Wu caused the Merge.^[13]
• Wu knows Ras' master.^[14]
• When asked if the Overlord and Ras' master know each other, Chris "Doc" Wyatt stated "I think you're trying to ask me a trick question."^[15]
• When asked if Ras' master existed before time had a name, Chris "Doc" Wyatt stated, "Great question, but sorry, I won’t answer right now".^[16]
• The Weapon of Desolation in "Dangerous Connections" claims its a primordial artifact from Dawn, suggesting Ras' master's very essence may be tied to the Land of Eternal Dawn.

Gallery[]

In Ninjago: Dragons Rising[]

Season 2[]

Season 3[]

Translations[]

Language	Name
French	Maître de Ras
Italian	Maestro di Ras
Spanish (Latin America)	Maestro de Ras

References[]