This is a quick one. I mentioned previously that I was transitioning to spray cans to using Dspiae's (not sponsored) 'washfree' airbrush system, and I bought several other tools in Japan as part of this transition. And now that I'm on holiday leave, I wanted to test how my new workflow based on these tools. … Continue reading Testing the Tools and Workflow: 30MM Alto & Alto Commander Unit – Double Build Complete
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Quick posts ranging from hobby-relevant topics to some random stuff. News items are included but not the focus.
How to Build (?) the Thunderbolt Gundam?
As many of us are aware by now, Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt has finally ended its 13-year run and it was quite a rollercoaster. The finale included the reveal of the titular MSTB-001 Thunderbolt Gundam to which everyone was basically demanding a model kit of it to be made, but more on that later. In … Continue reading How to Build (?) the Thunderbolt Gundam?
Today’s Robits: #SoloTokyo2025 Haul
After my Fukuoka-Tokyo trip in December 2023, I decided to return a year later for a Tokyo trip. It would've been my first solo international trip, and it would be a test of whether I learned anything from these previous Japan visits since I've always been dependent on my friends for the itinerary and navigation. … Continue reading Today’s Robits: #SoloTokyo2025 Haul
Once Upon Three Decades: “ALL OF EVANGELION” 30th Anniversary Exhibition
Neon Genesis Evangelion made its Japanese television premiere in October 1995, which makes 2025 its 30th anniversary. The year has been filled with events and attractions to celebrate this, with some even carrying over to 2026. Given my recent trip to Japan towards the end of November, one of the places in my itinerary is … Continue reading Once Upon Three Decades: “ALL OF EVANGELION” 30th Anniversary Exhibition
Sooner Than I Expected! HG 1/35 Zi-Apollo Now on Pre-Order
When the Code Geass team had their 20th anniverary projects last week, I was really excited witth the announcement of HG kits for both the Zi-Apollo and Zi-Artemis from Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture. Despite not yet finishing the series, I've seen enough action from the Knightmare Frame units that I totally won't mind … Continue reading Sooner Than I Expected! HG 1/35 Zi-Apollo Now on Pre-Order