Opposite Ends of the “Real Robot” Spectrum: New MODEROID Solicitations

Between the end of last week and the start of this week, Good Smile Company dropped a couple of solicitations for a couple of kits they've already revealed at the start of 2023 as part of Mecha Smile Impact 2023. And I don't think I'm wrong to say that these two are at different ends … Continue reading Opposite Ends of the “Real Robot” Spectrum: New MODEROID Solicitations

All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023: Good Smile Company MODEROID

Now before anyone points a finger and tells me that I'm such a shill for Bandai Spirits, here are some MODEROID kits from this year's All Japan Model & Hobby Show that I found interesting. Note that none of these are actually new announcements, just prototypes of kits revealed earlier this year. And note, these … Continue reading All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2023: Good Smile Company MODEROID

Mecha Smile Impact 2023: #MODEROID Variable Mechanics

One thing I really like about MODEROID kits is sometimes they push the boundaries of model kits in terms of transformation in the same vein as SMP [Shokugan Modeling Project] releases. That said, I'm kind of refraining myself from purchasing transforming kits because these, more or less, fall out of my preferred size when completed. … Continue reading Mecha Smile Impact 2023: #MODEROID Variable Mechanics