1/100 MG Gundam Age-1 Spallow

1/100 MG Gundam Age-1 Spallow Review

1/100 Gundam Age-1 Spallow

What's Included:

14X Runners (if you count polycaps)

2X Small Sticker Sheets

1X Medium Decal Sheet

1X Medium Marking Sticker Sheet

1X Manual 

So far the AGE line has variety of models to choose from. The HG models are already a satisfaction and can't go wrong in buying those. The MG models are even better. However the MG models only have 4 to choose from for now. Those are the MG Age-1 Normal, Titus, or Spallow. Also the newly released MG Age-2 Normal. I would like to give my thoughts on the releases before I move forward with the review. So far Bandai has released all the Age-1 forms. However there are others people might want like the Age-1 Flat or another particular form as well. However due to the fact that Bandai has released the MG Age-2 Normal I am now predicting and believe that they are out to release only the major official mobile suits. Those would be the MG Age-2 Special Ops (Bandai Online Exclusive), MG Age-2 Dark Hound, MG Age-2 Double Bullet, MG Age-3 Normal, MG Age-3 Fortress, MG Age-3 Orbital, MG Legilis, MG FX. I believe and predict they will be releasing these. I hope the continue with the line because the features and overall amount of satisfaction you can get with the MG models out currently are amazing. I just figured I would point out my prediction. I hope I am wrong but if I am right there are things we can look forward to. Like the design features of the Age-3 in MG. The Legilis' amazing designs as well and the hidden features, along with the FX's bits/funnels. I would certainly be satisfied with these releases. It is my hope they continue the models in MG releases however it is highly that we will not be getting anything besides the majors. However for HG's its not out of the question. The HG's themselves offer amazing aspects as well to look forward to so if its not MG it will be HG. Either way that's good enough for me. Now to move forward with the review :)

Detail

Ok so as far as the detail goes it is top notch. MG models always have a great statement put into their detail and features and the MG Age line does not disappoint. In fact it can be argued that the detail found in the MG Age line have more detail in their models than other MG lines. Definitely greater if panel lined but I have yet to really gain experience in that field to panel line my MG.

Proportion

Nothing wrong with the proportion. I feel the waist or mid section could be better but its all good. The feet could have definitely been a little wider. Being thin prevents it to pose and balance well enough. Action base preferred.

Articulation

The articulation on the HG/MG Age models are superb. The arms and legs can bend 180 degrees. As you see in the pictures it's double jointed. Also a few features like the articulated wrist plates, knee needle shooters, and the back weapons holder. Nice features and specs. :) I love this design so much. I have always grown fascination to sleek and stealthy designs from cars, to Gundams and this is the first stealth based model I have. It could use concept improvements but I really support it if there are more stealthy concept designs.

Who's there?...... me, ..... Gundam.
O_O OOOOOOH @!$# Help me!
It's too late for you.

You just been ninja'd baby. xD lol

Weapon

It only has one weapon. That's all I have to say really. Am I disappointed? Sure, I am. However overall if you think about it I can't complain I now have a stealth Gundam. Exactly my style and taste preference!

Accessories

Confused? Well don't be. Pretty simple the HG/MG models are all interchangeable. Half of those finger/hand pieces come from Age-1 Normal and Age-1 Spallow. Plus Age-2 Normal. The hands are all interchangeable to you can have a Normal with ninja hands and etc. Thoughts endless as long as your creative. As far as the figures go the Normal and Spallow both came with the same Flit figure however the Normal came with just the Flit figure and cockpit figure. The Spallow came with that Yurin, pilot Flit figure, and just a pilot figure (Flit). Plus Asemu of course. They can all be put on the plate of the hatch of the MG Age-1s if you want preferably I am not the type to pose it like that.

Final Thoughts

Well I didn't have much to say. I can't either to be honest. I just like the Spallow. It could use improvements here and there but its great. There should have been 2 blades instead of one. However its implied that its not fully equipped and more on stealth and sneaky damages like its knee needle shooters. As you see in the picture that is what I meant by interchangeable. :) Basically it's a Age-1 Stryder lol. Just made that up since Age-2 is called Normal <_< Speaking of which never get the Normals except Age-2 Normal. The Age-1 Normal felt soooooo plain and vanilla it was hard for me to like it until I built it and tweaked it. So for my final thoughts do I recommend it? Yes if your the type to like the concept design. However if your about price there are other models that are worth the same price and can offer more. So it's double edged really. Great but bad because the weapons aren't satisfying enough. I personally love it and am going to customize it into a further stealth design. ^_^

VIDEOS

Not happy with the review? Just check the pictures or look at the videos for more in depth looks in the Spallow. I like to keep things brief and with many pictures. 

Reviewed By: FlashX007

1/144 HGUC RX-93 Nu Gundam

1/144 HGUC RX-93 Nu Gundam Review

1/144 HGUC RX-93 Nu Gundam

#86

What's Included:

10X Runners

2X Small Sticker Sheets

1X Manual 

Now before I begin I think a little statement is needed. The HGUC RX-93 Nu Gundam is the first HGUC model I have. It is identified by the number 86 in its line and I would like to explain the numbers before I begin. The HGUC line represents the Universal Century line and releases models according to the line. However some alternate lines have been added to the HGUC line and that is either because they needed a long due re-release or something along those lines. Now how many have been released so far? 144. Yes you have 144 models to choose from and I must tell you I for one think I did a great job in selecting the RX-93 Nu as my first HGUC. Now without further ado let's begin the review.

Details:

Ok so I figured looking at the pictures first would show you the details better. The details are remarkable and the model truly does a good job of showing off a fierce serious look. It means no business of course if it were to be put up in a battle. Against the latest Gundam it could definitely put up a fight. However the details are nice and all but one thing I dislike and it's the stickers. They peel off and lose its glue residue so eventually they come off completely. However in simple terms you won't see any problems with detail. Very impressive. 

Proportions:

So what do I have to say about proportions? Nothing really. It's along the same lines as the details. However if I had to really point something out I would have to say the skirts. They seem too long... however I don't like pointing things out like that unless I see something really wrong. So far I hate the stickers that's all I can tell you.

Articulation:

                                                                                

Ok so as you see in the pictures it's pretty simple. I am not really going to stress how far a certain joint goes or this or that. I am just going to summarize it with one thing. Statue. Yes the model is amazing and as you saw it is articulate but it feels stiff in my opinion or in general better looking as a standing pose. Seems simple enough but just let it pose in a standing pose with the bazooka on it's back and funnels. Then let it hold the rifle with both hands by using an open hand. Nice pose if you ask me. Articulation is satisfying but it's not the best I have seen.

Weapons:

Ok so for the weapons it's pretty simple. Let us count them. We have 6 funnels, 1 rifle, 1 bazooka, 2 beam sabers. How many weapons in total is that? 10. Yes 10. Of course I am going to count the funnels but just consider that. Normally most HGUC's never come in a major amount of weapons or accessories depending on the model. The RX-93 Nu is the perfect model if you want a fully weaponized model. Just think of the possible pose varieties as well. As far as detail goes all of the weapons are exceptional as much as the model itself is. There is nothing about this model kit that has something to strike out on except for the stickers head to toe.

Extras:

Nothing really to point out in the extras. The model comes with 5 hands in total. 2 close fists. 1 open fist. 1 open palm. 1 trigger finger. The close fists are just for any standard pose. The open one is for the beam sabers. The open palm I use to lift or hold the rifle which makes it looks cool. The trigger finger can be switched between rifle or bazooka. Plus if you buy two you get 12 funnels. So taking this into thought the model has an extra funnel back extension which attaches with the funnels making 12. Nice little add but I don't have 12 funnels. Also the last thing is a action base cover for the bottom of the Nu. It clogs up the hole which is used to attach the model to a action base 1 or 2. I preferably just keep the clog off.

Conclusion:

I kept the review short and simple with little words to really let you viewers enjoy the pictures and get an idea of it that way. This is where my final thoughts go. When it comes to the Nu gundam I have one thing to say. That is to get it if you haven't. The HGUC only offers horrible sticker problems. You might be lucky and get a box with nice stickers but that shouldn't scare you. It's a very nice deem worthy model and definitely a great pick for your first HGUC. 

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