Article: The Latest GUNPLA (August 2024)

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Aug 19, 2024Gunpla

The Latest GUNPLA (August 2024)

HG 1/144 Gundam Amazing Barbatos Lupus

The Gundam Amazing Barbatos Lupus, meticulously crafted by Meijin Kawaguchi III in the Gundam Build Metaverse series, is now part of the HG (High Grade) model kit lineup. This model features an intricate design that allows for a high degree of customization and versatility. The MS section and booster of the Gundam Amazing Barbatos Lupus can be seamlessly combined or separated, offering a dynamic range of display options. One of the standout features is the Mace, which can be mounted on the back of the Gundam and securely fixed to the booster, creating a formidable combined weapon. The claws, which can be detached from the booster and equipped on the arms, are designed with unfolding and rotating mechanisms, adding an extra layer of articulation. Additionally, the Tail Blade's cable section can be recreated using the included wire, enhancing the model's realism. The Mace itself is a versatile weapon; it can be mounted onto the Gundam's back, with its grip unfolding for various poses. The barrel of the Mace is engineered to be attached or detached and can rotate in 90-degree increments, allowing fans to recreate the weapon’s firing mode with precision. This model kit offers a robust and detailed build, perfect for enthusiasts looking to expand their Gundam collection.

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Option Parts Set GUNPLA 11 (Smoothbore Gun for Barbatos)

This set is a must-have for fans of Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans, offering a variety of weapons that enhance the customization of your Mobile Suits. Among the featured items is the iconic Smoothbore Gun for the Barbatos, a weapon known for its power and versatility. The Smoothbore Gun is designed with a folding mechanism, allowing it to be conveniently mounted on the back of the Mobile Suits, adding both aesthetic and functional value to your model displays.

Additionally, the set includes a Lance for the Schwalbe Graze, which can be combined with a Short Barrel Rifle, providing even more options for creating dynamic combat scenes. As a bonus, a Mobile Worker (CGS/Land) is also included, offering another layer of depth to your Iron-Blooded Orphans collection. This Option Parts Set is an ideal addition for collectors and builders who want to expand the capabilities and display possibilities of their Gundam models.
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Option Parts Set GUNPLA 12 (Large Railgun)

The Option Parts Set from Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans brings a range of powerful weapons and accessories to enhance your model kit collection. This set includes a Large Railgun, a Long-range Railgun, Short Barrel Cannons, and Assault Knives, all meticulously designed to replicate the armaments seen in the series. The Long-range Railgun features a soft material bandolier, allowing for flexible and realistic posing. The Short Barrel Cannons are versatile, as they can be attached to various Mobile Suits using the provided joint parts, making them adaptable to different models in your collection. Additionally, the set comes with expressive open hand parts specifically designed for the Gundam Vidar, offering even more dynamic display possibilities. Whether you're looking to customize your Mobile Suit kits or recreate iconic scenes from the anime, this Option Parts Set is an essential addition for any Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans enthusiast.

RG 1/144 RX-78-2 Gundam Ver.2.0

The iconic RX-78-2 Gundam has been reimagined and is now available as an RG Ver.2.0 kit, blending the latest design innovations with a homage to its original roots. This kit introduces a newly designed internal frame inspired by a semi-monocoque structure, allowing builders to engage in an immersive construction experience akin to assembling a real Mobile Suit. The joint structures have been meticulously refined, returning to the original designs while incorporating new engineering techniques that enable the joints to bend authentically, thanks to a reinterpreted axis of movement.

The legs of the RX-78-2 Gundam have undergone a thorough reexamination, emphasizing the concept of the Gundam as a melee combat Mobile Suit. These legs are equipped with joints utilizing a composite frame that closely mirrors the natural movement and outlines of a human body. The panel lines on the model are not merely aesthetic but are thoughtfully divided into functional blocks, replicating the actual seams between armor parts, adding a layer of realism to the design.

Further enhancing the exterior design, intricate details have been meticulously added, focusing on the edges and curves of the parts. The model features white sections cast in two distinct tones, highlighting the depth and complexity of this three-dimensional representation. Even the hidden areas, such as the joints and the backside of parts, are engraved with details, ensuring that every aspect of the model is thoroughly crafted. The design is flawless, with a seamless integration that eliminates visible mounting holes, preserving the model's aesthetic integrity.

The color scheme of the RX-78-2's head is replicated with precision, using multiple colorful parts to accurately depict the twin eyes, main camera, magazine drums, and cheek ducts. The Core Fighter, a critical component of the Gundam, can transform into the Core Block. This transformation retains the proportions of the aircraft form, while newly developed auxiliary joint gimmicks built into the compact Core Block allow the Gundam to perform a wide range of flexible poses. A unique feature of this RG kit is the chest armor covering the cockpit, which includes a mechanism that allows it to open and close by moving up and down, adding another layer of authenticity to this exceptional model.