Yes, we're back with some box arts! First up we have the new HG Gundam Barbatos Adapt based on its appearance in the "Wedge of Interposition" short, part of the Gundam IRON-BLOODED Orphans: Urdr-Hunt compilation theatrical release. This is one of those special instances where a Premium Bandai exclusive kit gets a new color illustration, … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: May 2026
Tag: High Grade
Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026: “Votoms: Die Graue Hexe” New Trailer, Mecha, and Kits
Besides new titles, some mecha classics are also returning in 2026, including Armored Trooper Votoms with the first of the two-part theatrical release for Armored Trooper Votoms: Die Graue Hexe which also translates to "The Gray Witch." This is going to be a two-part theatrical feature, with the first releasing on November 20, 2026. I … Continue reading Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026: “Votoms: Die Graue Hexe” New Trailer, Mecha, and Kits
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
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