We've been getting more Super Robot Wars kits recently, thanks to Bandai Shokugan / Candy Toy Division and Bandai Hobby stepping with releases from both SMP [Shokugan Modeling Project] and High Grade brands respectively. I mainly go with the High Grade kits due to preference, but I might have to take a detour with this … Continue reading I’d Normally Skip These, But Maybe Not? SMP [Shokugan Modeling Project] Hyperlion – Altairlion & Vegalion Set
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Second Down, the Third to Go: Premium Bandai Exclusive HGUC D Gundam Second
I'm still scratching my head from the fact that we got a kit from the obscure manga Double Fake: Under the Gundam. And it wasn't just some lazy effort on Bandai Spirits' part, the HGUC D Gundam First was a really good kit with tons of accessories and display options. It was also a perfect … Continue reading Second Down, the Third to Go: Premium Bandai Exclusive HGUC D Gundam Second
Everyone Wants “2.0” Gundam Frames Now: Premium Bandai HG Gundam Barbatos Adapt
The IRON-BLOODED ORPHANS double-billed theatrical feature towards the end of October saw a new form for Gundam Barbatos after season one's Battle of Edmonton. Towards the end of December, we then saw the HG Gundam Zagan featuring a tweaked Gundam Frame which addresses its stability. Combine the two together and we now have the best … Continue reading Everyone Wants “2.0” Gundam Frames Now: Premium Bandai HG Gundam Barbatos Adapt
Precision Masking Returns: HG Gundam Naion – Completed Build
Normally, I would have several work-in-progress posts before showing a completed build, but I didn't expect to be done with the HG Gundam Naion earlier today. So I'll just go through the work which took several days this past week. The black strips on the lower back required very thin masking tape. My main impetus … Continue reading Precision Masking Returns: HG Gundam Naion – Completed Build
Box Art Extravaganza: December 2025
UPDATE: Includes new packaging art from Good Smile Company and Premium Bandai. 2025 is about to close, which also means its high time for those December model kit releases in time for Christmas, or the equivalent holiday you're celebrating. The HG White Gundam is a no-brainer, being a straight recolor of the HG Red Gundam … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: December 2025