Using data obtained from the Shining Gundam, the Xenon Phase is the close combat configuration of the Extreme Gundam Type-Leos utilizing the arm and leg units as primary weapons.
Tag: Tamashii Nations
The Robot Spirits ver. A.N.I.M.E. “Gundam 0083 Stardust Memory”
The Robot Spirits ver. A.N.I.M.E. line has finally been releasing figures outside of Mobile Suit Gundam and the Mobile Suit Variation design series, just as collectors expressed disappointment with continuous release of retools and recolors. After a couple of figures from Mobile Suit Gundam 0080 War in the Pocket, Tamashii Nations moves forward with the … Continue reading The Robot Spirits ver. A.N.I.M.E. “Gundam 0083 Stardust Memory”
#JapanWinter2019: The Hunt for S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 22 “Hot Rod”
One of the stories during my almost two-week stay in Japan, aside from getting sick, is hunting the now-elusive S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 22 "Hot Rod", an exclusive figure sold only at the Marvel AGE OF HEROES Exhibition in Grand Front Osaka. Let's start upon our arrival at Osaka after three days of cold and … Continue reading #JapanWinter2019: The Hunt for S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 22 “Hot Rod”
Iron Man Figures: PVC, ABS, and Fading Paints
As seen in a couple of previous blog posts, I've repainted my S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 45 due to paint fade issues on multiple parts. While that's already done and primary caused by not-so-ideal storage locations, here's another tidbit that Iron Man figure collectors would appreciate knowing. Here's a tweet from Yamaguchi Katsuhisa (@fuikitodoki), the … Continue reading Iron Man Figures: PVC, ABS, and Fading Paints
One Shots / “Extreme Evolution: Leos”
In its basic configuration, the Extreme Gundam Type-Leos is a mobile suit designed for space travel, with the Extreme Evolution System built into the frame providing variable forms and weapons.