This is supposed to be the package-centric post, although I kind of did another before this. Anyway, Bandai Hobby went ahead of their usual Sunday morning box art schedule to reveal two new ones from Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe. Some comments mention the box shape being more rectangular than the … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: “The Sorcery of Nymph Circe” Edition
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Quick posts ranging from hobby-relevant topics to some random stuff. News items are included but not the focus.
Today’s Robits: Localized Packaging Done Correct
It's been a while since I made a haul post, but that's totally far from saying I've not made any additions to the backlog since the last one. I do want to highlight a couple of things for this batch of new kits, so let's get into it. In case you're not aware, the mid-season … Continue reading Today’s Robits: Localized Packaging Done Correct
Missed the First Two? Third Time’s The Chance! Exquisite Super 1/12 RoboCop from “RoboCop 3”
I've been covering more stuff from Hiya Toys on this site recently, including their Godzilla and Mega Man figures. But a franchise they've had figures for quite a while is RoboCop, which they initially offered in 1/18 scale. They have since moved to 1/12 scale and been releasing a definitive version of RoboCop across its … Continue reading Missed the First Two? Third Time’s The Chance! Exquisite Super 1/12 RoboCop from “RoboCop 3”
Finished Before #MarchOfRobots Ends: HG Red Gundam Type G-3 – Completed Build
I left this build a couple of days ago with all pieces masked and a good painting session left before calling this kit done. And I have to say, at least for my first complete repaint of a kit, it looks really good -- to me and my meager levels quality at least. I mentioned … Continue reading Finished Before #MarchOfRobots Ends: HG Red Gundam Type G-3 – Completed Build
It Took 40 Years to Get Transforming Faction Symbols: Transformers Icons Optimus Prime
Transformers as a franchise is now over 40 years ever since it premiered in 1984. We've had countless transforming toys and we've seen various depictions of Optimus Prime transform into various things. Including a ballpen, baseball cap, or even the original PlayStation! But who would've thought they've yet to release an official Autobot logo transforming … Continue reading It Took 40 Years to Get Transforming Faction Symbols: Transformers Icons Optimus Prime