Mecha fans are in for a treat in 2026 with the several productions set for release, including old franchises getting new installments and very interesting original stories. The latter is the case for Vertex Force, a Fall 2026 series from director Kazuhiro Takamura who previously helmed Strike Witches and Vividred Operation. I am well aware … Continue reading Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026: New Series “Vertex Force” Goes 30 Minutes Preference?
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Shizouka Hobby Show 2026: Points of Interest in Gunpla
It's that time of the year again as Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026 kicks into high gear with new and upcoming releases from various companies and properties. Much like the previous years, I will only mention stuff that interests me, which isn't to say I'll be getting them either. But regardless, these should be good points … Continue reading Shizouka Hobby Show 2026: Points of Interest in Gunpla
Is The Novelty Gone? HG GQuuuuuuX [Endymion Unit Activated] – Completed Build
We're one year past the broadcast premiere of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX and one year past my build of the original HG GQuuuuuuX. At that time, it was a novel build and it literally stretched what could be done with the engineering and price point of normal HG kits with its intricate design. A first … Continue reading Is The Novelty Gone? HG GQuuuuuuX [Endymion Unit Activated] – Completed Build
Today’s Robits: Supporting Local… Sort of
There are many mecha collectors who prefer their model kits and figures to be on the larger end of the spectrum, primarily due to their shelf presence. On the other hand, I'm on the opposite end of that spectrum with my preference leaning towards smaller "desktop scale" collectibles for their ease of handling and especially … Continue reading Today’s Robits: Supporting Local… Sort of
Still no Hands: HG GQuuuuuuX [Endymion Unit Activated] – Work in Progress #2
This will be a short one since I just continued my build of the HG GQuuuuuuX [Endymion Unit Activated] and there's really nothing new as build experiences go. I've mentioned this several times previously, but those aftermarket masking sheets and decal sets really helps in speeding up this build, especially for a visually complex design … Continue reading Still no Hands: HG GQuuuuuuX [Endymion Unit Activated] – Work in Progress #2