{"title":"HG Fast Win Builds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bandai-1-144-hguc-rx-178-gundam-mk-ii-aeug","title":"Bandai 1\/144 HGUC RX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG) Revive","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBandai HGUC 1\/144 RX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG) Revive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HGUC 1\/144 RX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG) Revive brings Kamille Bidan's stolen Earth Federation prototype into your collection with modern High Grade engineering. The Mk II is one of the most important mobile suits in the Universal Century timeline. It was the unit that kicked off the Gryps Conflict when the AEUG swiped three of them right out from under the Titans, and this Revive version updates the original HGUC release with improved proportions, better articulation, and cleaner part separation throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe HGUC RX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG) Revive features updated proportions and joint engineering over the original HGUC release, with a full weapons loadout including Beam Rifle, Hyper Bazooka, Beam Sabers, and the Vulcan Pod system.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for beginner to intermediate builders. The Revive treatment means the joints move with noticeably more fluidity than the original kit, and the colour separation across the white and blue AEUG livery is clean throughout. The cockpit hatch opens to reveal the interior, and the full weapons loadout gives you plenty of posing options straight out of the box. A solid, satisfying build that holds up well on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Kit Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevive Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updated proportions and improved joint articulation over the original HGUC Mk II release for better posing range and shelf presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Weapons Loadout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beam Rifle, Hyper Bazooka, Beam Sabers, and Vulcan Pod system all included for a complete combat display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Cockpit Hatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cockpit opens to reveal the interior detail, a nice touch for display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAEUG Livery:\u003c\/strong\u003e White and blue colour separation accurately recreates the AEUG-painted Mk II as seen in Zeta Gundam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Colour Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parts moulded in accurate colours throughout, minimising the need for painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-Fit Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e No glue required. Beginner-friendly build with clean part separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHGUC Grade Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern High Grade engineering applied to one of the most iconic UC prototype designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's In The Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam Rifle (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyper Bazooka (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam Sabers (x2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVulcan Pod system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand parts (multiple sets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking stickers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Display Stands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1\/144 HG scale kit. Compatible action bases include the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-no-2\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-no-3\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-5-compact-display-stand-for-1-144-gunpla\"\u003eBandai Action Base 5\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-6-display-stand-for-30mm-small-scale-kits\"\u003eBandai Action Base 6\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-7-clear-transparent-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 7\u003c\/a\u003e. Action Base sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your Zeta Gundam Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your Gryps Conflict lineup with related kits available at Mecha Express:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-rx-178-gundam-mk-ii-titans-revive\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC RX-178 Gundam Mk.II (Titans) Revive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-msz-006-zeta-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-rg-msz-006-zeta-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 RG MSZ-006 Zeta Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-msn-00100-hyaku-shiki-revive\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC MSN-00100 Hyaku-Shiki Revive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-msz-010-zz-gundam-1\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-psycho-gundam-mk-ii-mobile-suit-zeta-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC Psycho Gundam Mk-II\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-gundam-mkii-aeug-ver-2-0\"\u003eBandai 1\/100 MG Gundam Mk II AEUG Ver.2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile Suit Zeta Gundam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Grade Universal Century (HGUC) Revive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/144\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMobile Suit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKamille Bidan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAEUG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandai Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e290g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4573102591685\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5059168\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner to Intermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSnap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUC collectors who want the definitive AEUG Mk II in their Zeta Gundam lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner to intermediate builders looking for a clean, rewarding HGUC build with a full weapons loadout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors building out the complete Gryps Conflict era shelf alongside the Titans version, Zeta Gundam, and Hyaku-Shiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Kamille Bidan and the AEUG who want the kit that started the Zeta Gundam story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a well-proportioned, articulated HGUC with strong colour separation and no painting required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilder Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA solid Revive kit with good articulation and a strong weapon loadout. A few things worth knowing before you start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe joints on this kit are initially very tight, particularly the shoulders. Do not force stiff joints. Work them gently and gradually until they loosen naturally. Forcing a tight ball joint risks snapping it at the socket, which is difficult to recover from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe backpack attachment loosens with regular handling. If it becomes too loose to hold position, apply a thin layer of plastic cement to the connection point and allow it to set completely before reattaching. A second layer can be added if needed. Nail polish works as an alternative using the same method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe waist connection is on the lighter side for posing. A fixed, stable pose suits this kit better than one requiring a pronounced waist twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe vulcan pod restricts head rotation. Factor this in when choosing a display pose, particularly if you want the head turned to the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe yellow details on the shield come as stickers. They look fine applied carefully, but painting them is worth considering for a cleaner long-term finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Australian Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame Day Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders placed before 2pm weekdays ship same day. Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock and ready to ship Australia-wide from Mecha Express. The HGUC 1\/144 RX-178 Gundam Mk II (AEUG) Revive is a Bandai Spirits High Grade kit from Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, featuring updated Revive proportions and a full weapons loadout including Beam Rifle, Hyper Bazooka, and Vulcan Pod system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSnap-fit assembly, no glue required. Minimal paint needed thanks to excellent colour separation. Action Base sold separately. Suitable for beginner to intermediate builders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast updated: 12 May 2026 (AEST)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bandai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34393097863324,"sku":"5059168","price":30.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/9503\/6974\/files\/GEABandai1144HGUCRX-178GundamMkII_AEUG_Revive1.png?v=1717869199"},{"product_id":"bandai-1-144-hg-gundam-00-gundam-dynames-gn-002","title":"Bandai 1\/144 HG Gundam 00 Gundam Dynames","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLockon Stratos never misses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Gundam 00 fan has a favourite Meister, and a lot of them pick Lockon. The GN-002 Gundam Dynames is Celestial Being's sniper, built to end a fight from a rooftop three kilometres away rather than wade into one. Green and white, deliberately unshowy, and carrying a rifle longer than its own legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the 2007 High Grade, and nearly twenty years on it is still the kit people name when they talk about the best sniper Gunpla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild difficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward snap-fit High Grade. Moulded in colour, no glue or paint required, low part count, and polycap joints throughout. Comfortable for a first or second build. The one thing worth budgeting time for is nub cleanup, since builders consistently mention the green plastic showing marks more than most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GN Sniper Rifle is the centrepiece and it is properly thought through. It sets up on tripod support for a stable firing pose, and when you are not using it, it stows on the right shoulder armour. The yellow head antenna slides down to reveal the gun camera underneath, which is the detail that sells the sniper role. The GN shields fold to the front for guard mode. Foil stickers are included for detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this kit special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTripod-supported GN Sniper Rifle:\u003c\/strong\u003e deploys on a tripod for a stable, in-character sniping stance rather than just being held.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSliding gun camera:\u003c\/strong\u003e the yellow head antenna slides down to reveal the precision targeting camera underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRifle stows on the shoulder:\u003c\/strong\u003e mount the sniper rifle on the right shoulder armour when it is not deployed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoldable GN shields:\u003c\/strong\u003e swing forward into front guard mode for a defensive display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolycap articulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e plenty of joints, and a kit builders repeatedly describe as solid rather than floppy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGN-002 Gundam Dynames parts, moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGN Sniper Rifle with tripod support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoldable GN shields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoil sticker sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo display base is included with the kit. To get the Dynames up into a raised sniping pose rather than a flat-footed one, pair it with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-action-base-2-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 2\u003c\/a\u003e, the standard 1\/144 display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild your Gundam 00 collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Celestial Being at 1\/144, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg00-qant-quanta\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG00 QAN[T] (Quanta)\u003c\/a\u003e is in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStepping up to Master Grade, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-00-raiser-celestial-being\"\u003eBandai MG 1\/100 00 Raiser\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-00-qantt-celestial-being-mobile-suit-gnt-0000\"\u003eBandai 1\/100 MG 00 Qan[T]\u003c\/a\u003e are both available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam 00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Grade (HG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile suit:\u003c\/strong\u003e GN-002 Gundam Dynames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockon Stratos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celestial Being\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimeline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anno Domini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bandai, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal release:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit packaged weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 g, retail box 29.8 x 19 x 5.8 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode (JAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4573102592330\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e snap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no, parts are moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e tripod-deployable sniper rifle, sliding gun camera, foldable GN shields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGundam 00 fans who rate Lockon above the rest of the Meisters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders after a sniper kit that actually poses like a sniper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst or second-time builders wanting a solid, low-risk result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who like a green-and-white kit to break up a shelf of bright primaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building the four original Celestial Being Gundams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who prefer a kit that stays together over one with more gimmicks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFast Australian shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched same day from Brisbane if ordered before 2pm AEST on weekdays. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to watch for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reputation here is genuinely good, and it comes from separate builder discussions rather than one thread. One builder calls it the most solid kit they have ever built regardless of grade, saying nothing pops off and it poses perfectly. Another rates it the best sniper-type kit available while noting the articulation is a little lacking against the newest releases, though not bad at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one consistent caveat is finishing work. A third discussion recommends expecting to clean parts up and colour some details in, and not expecting it to pull off the most extreme poses. That is fair for a 2007 kit and none of it is a fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e take extra care with nub marks, since the green plastic shows them. Panel lining and a few hand-coloured details lift this kit more than most, because the base colour separation is fairly plain. Set the sniper rifle up on its tripod at least once, it is the pose the whole kit was designed around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo glue and no paint required. Nippers, a hobby knife and sanding sticks, plus a fine marker or panel liner if you want to pick out details. Expect around an hour and a half. 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Sven Cal Bayang flies it for Phantom Pain, and the whole design reads as a covert-operations version of a suit you have seen a hundred times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the 2006 High Grade, and it is a good-looking kit that punches above its size on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild difficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward High Grade. Snap-fit, all parts moulded in colour, no glue or paint required. Low part count, no tricky sub-assemblies, and a comfortable evening's work. This is a fine kit for a first or second build, and the three manipulator options mean you can change the pose later without needing anything extra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticulation is better than the 2006 date suggests. The waist turns a full 360 degrees, the hips are ball-jointed, the knees are double-jointed, and the ankles pivot forward and tilt sideways. The shoulder armour pivots out of the way so the arms are not fighting it, and the front and side skirt armour moves so the legs can actually travel. Three pairs of hands are included, so you can swap between holding weapons, a trigger-finger pose and open palms. A display base comes in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this kit special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoir Striker pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e the wing unit that defines the suit, carrying the beam blades and linear guns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree pairs of hands:\u003c\/strong\u003e weapon-holding, trigger-fingers and open-palm manipulators all included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwin \"Shorty\" Beam Rifles:\u003c\/strong\u003e a matched pair for a dual-wield pose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-jointed knees and 360-degree waist:\u003c\/strong\u003e genuinely useful articulation for a kit of this age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay base included:\u003c\/strong\u003e no need to buy a stand separately to get it airborne.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoulded in colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e the black and grey scheme is in the plastic, so no painting needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrike Noir Gundam, parts moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoir Striker pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo \"Shorty\" Beam Rifles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Beam Blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo Twin Linear Guns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRocket Anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree pairs of manipulators: weapon-holding, trigger-fingers, open-palm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking stickers and instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA display base is included with this kit, so you do not need to buy one to stand it up. If you want a second stand so the Strike Noir and another 1\/144 kit can share a scene, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-action-base-2-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 2\u003c\/a\u003e is the standard 1\/144 display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild your Cosmic Era collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building the SEED shelf, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-zgmf-x20a-strike-freedom-gundam-revive\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG ZGMF-X20A Strike Freedom Gundam (Revive)\u003c\/a\u003e is in stock and sits at the same scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Cosmic Era in 1\/100, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-destiny-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/100 MG Destiny Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-force-impulse-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/100 MG Force Impulse Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e are both available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam SEED C.E.73: Stargazer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Grade (HG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile suit:\u003c\/strong\u003e GAT-X105E+AQM\/E-X09S Strike Noir Gundam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sven Cal Bayang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phantom Pain, Earth Alliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bandai, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal release:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit packaged weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360 g, retail box 31 x 19 x 7.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode (JAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4573102582690\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e snap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no, parts are moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay base:\u003c\/strong\u003e included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noir Striker wing pack, three manipulator pairs, 360-degree waist, double-jointed knees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSEED fans who want something off the main cast list\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders after a black-and-grey kit to break up a shelf of primary colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst or second-time builders who want a good-looking result without a long build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who likes dual-wielding poses and swappable hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors building out the Strike variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who want a display base in the box rather than as an extra purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFast Australian shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched same day from Brisbane if ordered before 2pm AEST on weekdays. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to watch for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shoulders are the thing to know about. One builder discussion of this exact kit rates the overall articulation as decent for its age but calls out the shoulder joints as a genuine low point. That is consistent with how the kit is built, since the arms hang off double-sided ball-and-socket shoulder joints and the Noir Striker pack adds weight behind them. If your shoulders end up loose, that is the design rather than a fault in your box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond that, no repeated defect came up in what I could find. This is a 2006 High Grade and it builds like one, which mostly means a lower part count and simpler engineering than a modern HG rather than anything going wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e if a shoulder joint will not hold the weight of a raised arm, a thin coat of clear nail polish on the ball joint, left to dry fully before you reassemble, tightens it back up. Use the included base rather than fighting the balance, especially with both rifles out. Panel lining does a lot on a black kit, so go lighter than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo glue and no paint required. Nippers and a hobby knife are enough, with sanding sticks handy since nub marks show clearly on black plastic. Expect around an hour and a half to two hours. 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The Revive version updates the original 2005 HG kit with modern engineering that improves articulation, colour separation, and overall proportions to match current High Grade standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for intermediate builders and includes 250+ parts with improved snap-fit assembly. The 1\/144 scale provides detailed engineering while remaining shelf-friendly and compatible with standard High Grade accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HG Strike Freedom Gundam (Revive) features the signature Wings of Light backpack with eight Super Dragoon units that can detach for all-range attack displays. The kit includes beam rifles, beam sabers with effect parts, rail guns, and the anti-ship sword for recreating the Strike Freedom's overwhelming firepower. 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Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock and ready to ship Australia-wide from Mecha Express. 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First piloted by Fezarl Ezelcant and later by Zeheart Galette, it's a genuine hybrid: Gundam-type proportions carrying Vagan-derived weapons and internals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Gundam AGE collectors, the Legilis is the moment the show's two design languages properly collide, and this HG kit gives it interchangeable Vagan and Gundam-style eyes so you can display it either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild difficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a High Grade kit rated for intermediate builders. It's an easy build over an evening, with a low part count and no cement or paint needed for a clean finish. The main thing to take slowly is the shield, which houses the Legilis Bits remote-weapon gimmick and has a few more steps than a standard shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Legilis carries the Vagan armament set: a chest-mounted Beam Buster, two beam sabers, and a shield that houses the generator for its Legilis Bits remote weapons, recreated on the kit with a shooting-bits gimmick. Interchangeable eye parts let you switch between the Vagan look and a more traditional Gundam-style visor. Colour separation covers the white, blue, red and yellow scheme without needing paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes This Kit Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Vagan Gundam-type:\u003c\/strong\u003e the only kit in the HG AGE lineup that represents the Vagan's own take on Gundam-type design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterchangeable Vagan and Gundam eyes:\u003c\/strong\u003e swap the eye parts to display either look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegilis Bits shield gimmick:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shield houses the generator for the Legilis Bits remote weapons, recreated with a shooting-bits display option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChest-mounted Beam Buster:\u003c\/strong\u003e a distinct silhouette compared to the arm or backpack-mounted beam weapons on most Gundam AGE kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-fit, no tools needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e no cement and no paint required for a clean finish straight off the runner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLegilis plastic runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam Buster (chest-mounted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo beam sabers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield with Legilis Bits shooting gimmick parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterchangeable Vagan and Gundam-style eye parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolycap set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSticker sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo display base is included with the kit. For dynamic Beam Buster and Legilis Bits poses, pair the HG Gundam Legilis with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-2-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 2\u003c\/a\u003e, the standard 1\/144 scale display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild your Advanced Generation collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight now the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-100-mg-gundam-age-2-dark-hound\"\u003eBandai 1\/100 MG Gundam AGE-2 Dark Hound\u003c\/a\u003e is in stock alongside the Legilis. 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Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to watch for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndependent build coverage of this kit is thin, this is an older, less-discussed release and recent reviewer activity is limited. One reviewer flags the waist as having close to zero side articulation, which is a design trait of this particular kit rather than a build fault, and notes some panel colour applications rely on stickers rather than moulded plastic. Beyond that, no wider pattern of build issues turned up across the sources checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shield's shooting-bits gimmick has a few small parts, so work over a tray to avoid losing anything. 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Anavel Gato steals it during the Torrington raid and the rest of Stardust Memory happens because of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBandai included a display stand with this one, which tells you most of what you need to know about how it balances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild difficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple snap-fit High Grade. Parts are moulded in colour, no glue and no paint needed, and the part count is low. The size makes it feel like more of an event than it is to build. Comfortable for a beginner, and a good pick if you want a big result without a long session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes with the full loadout from the OVA, including the giant atomic bazooka and the very thick shield. The display stand in the box holds the GP02A as though it is floating in space, and it has a second attachment point so a GP01 can be mounted alongside it to recreate the beam sabre duel from the series. Articulation uses polycapped joints, and alternate hand parts and beam sabre effect parts are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this kit special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay stand included:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the kit in a floating space pose, which matters more here than on most HGs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-suit stand attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e a second mount lets you add a GP01 for the beam sabre duel display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull OVA loadout:\u003c\/strong\u003e the giant atomic bazooka and the oversized shield are both in the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeam sabre effect parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e included for the duel pose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate hand parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e swap hands for weapon-holding or open poses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious 1\/144 bulk:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the widest silhouettes you can put on a High Grade shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRX-78GP02A parts, moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtomic bazooka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam sabre with effect parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternate hand parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand with second attachment point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking stickers and instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA display stand is included, and you will want it. If you are building a wider 1\/144 scene, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-action-base-2-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 2\u003c\/a\u003e is the standard 1\/144 display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild your Stardust Memory collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the obvious one. The included stand has a second mount specifically so a GP01 can be posed against it, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/1-144-hguc-rx-78-gp01fb-gundam-gp01fb-e-f-s-f-prototype-multipurpose-mobile-suit\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC RX-78 GP01Fb\u003c\/a\u003e is in stock now. Buy the pair and the duel display is built into the kit you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more Universal Century in 1\/144, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-1-144-hguc-ms-09-dom-ms09-r-rick-dom\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGUC MS-09 Dom \/ MS09-R Rick Dom\u003c\/a\u003e is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Grade Universal Century (HGUC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile suit:\u003c\/strong\u003e RX-78GP02A Gundam \"Physalis\", E.F.S.F. prototype attack use mobile suit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anavel Gato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-universe height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-universe armour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luna Titanium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmaments:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60mm Vulcan, beam sabre, atomic bazooka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bandai, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal release:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit packaged weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 470 g, retail box 31.5 x 20.3 x 8.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode (JAN):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4573102557193\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e snap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no, parts are moulded in colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay base:\u003c\/strong\u003e included, with a second mount for a GP01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who want maximum shelf presence for a High Grade budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building the Gundam Development Project units in 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginners after a simple build with a big finished result\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who want to recreate the Gato and Kou duel on one base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal Century fans filling the 0083 gap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who like a kit that ships with its own stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFast Australian shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDispatched same day from Brisbane if ordered before 2pm AEST on weekdays. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to watch for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shield is heavy, and that is the one thing that comes up about this kit. A detailed builder review of it puts it plainly: try to stand the model off the base while it is holding the shield and it will fall over. That is exactly why Bandai bundled the display stand, and it is not a defect in your particular box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake it as a design characteristic and plan around it. On the stand it looks excellent. Free-standing with the full loadout on, it will fight you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e use the included stand as the default display rather than the fallback. If you want it free-standing, leave the bazooka off and spread the feet wide. Panel lining the shield and shoulder binders adds a lot, since those large flat panels are where the detail otherwise disappears at this scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo glue and no paint required. Nippers and a hobby knife will do it, with sanding sticks for nub cleanup on the white armour. Expect around an hour to an hour and a half. 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If Wing Gundam holds a place in your Gundam story, this belongs on your shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for beginner to intermediate builders and features excellent colour separation across the white, blue, and red armour. The snap-fit system means no glue is required, and the folding wing mechanism allows you to switch between mobile suit mode and bird mode straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes This Kit Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBird Mode Transformation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wings fold and the kit fully transforms into Wing Gundam's distinctive bird form, faithfully recreating the series' signature feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear Part Detailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main camera and chest centre are moulded in clear material for an authentic, luminous finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaithful Chest Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unique air-intake detailing on the chest is precisely reproduced, capturing the XXXG-01W's distinctive silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Wing Posing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wings can be opened wide for dramatic action poses or folded for a compact standing display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Colour Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parts are moulded in accurate colours throughout, minimising the need for painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-Fit Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e No glue required. Beginner-friendly build with clean part separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHGAC Grade Engineering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern High Grade engineering applied to a classic After Colony design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's In The Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge buster rifle (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam sabers (x2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunner x9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoil sticker (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction manual (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Display Stands:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1\/144 HG scale kit. Compatible action bases include the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-no-2\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-no-3\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-5-compact-display-stand-for-1-144-gunpla\"\u003eBandai Action Base 5\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-6-display-stand-for-30mm-small-scale-kits\"\u003eBandai Action Base 6\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-7-clear-transparent-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 7\u003c\/a\u003e. Action Base sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Your Gundam Wing Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your After Colony lineup with other kits from the \u003cem\u003eGundam Wing\u003c\/em\u003e series available at Mecha Express:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hgac-wing-gundam-zero\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HGAC Wing Gundam Zero\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-ac-xxxg-01w-wing-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 Gundam Wing OZ-13MS Gundam Epyon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-mgsd-wing-gundam-zero-ew\"\u003eBandai MGSD Wing Gundam Zero EW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-sd-gundam-ex-standard-wing-gundam-zero-ew\"\u003eBandai SD Gundam EX Standard Wing Gundam Zero EW\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile Suit Gundam Wing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Grade After Colony (HGAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/144\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMobile Suit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXXXG-01W Wing Gundam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeero Yuy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGundam Pilots \/ Operation Meteor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandai Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e270g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4573102577504\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5057750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner to Intermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSnap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGundam Wing fans who grew up with the series and want the original Wing Gundam in modern HG form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner builders looking for a rewarding first build with transformation gimmick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors building out a complete After Colony mobile suit lineup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants a transformable HG kit with strong shelf presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who appreciate clear part detailing and accurate colour separation without painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a well-engineered kit with a clean five-step transformation to bird mode. 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Avoid spraying topcoat over any clear parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFast Australian Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame Day Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders placed before 2pm weekdays ship same day. Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock and ready to ship Australia-wide from Mecha Express. The HGAC 1\/144 XXXG-01W Wing Gundam is a Bandai Spirits High Grade kit from the Gundam Wing series, featuring bird mode transformation and clear part detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSnap-fit assembly, no glue required. Minimal paint needed thanks to excellent colour separation. Action Base sold separately. 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The Quanta is the most advanced Gundam in the Anno Domini timeline, and this kit captures its signature quantum burst design with clear green AFS blade material, a working bit gimmick, and a custom display stand included in the box. If you're building out a Gundam 00 lineup, this is the centrepiece it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe HG00 QAN[T] includes a fully recreated bit gimmick with the GN Sword V configurable in both Buster Sword and Buster Rifle modes, plus a custom display stand for dynamic posing options.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for beginner to intermediate builders. Clear parts are used throughout for the eyes, head sensors, chest, elbows, and knee lenses, giving the finished model a premium look straight out of the box without any painting. The swing action gimmick in the joints delivers a wide range of movement for posing, and the GN Shield attaches to the shoulder with solid articulation. A clean, rewarding build with strong visual payoff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Kit Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGN Sword V Bit Gimmick:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sword bits combine to form the GN Sword V, fully configurable between Buster Sword and Buster Rifle modes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear Green AFS Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade is moulded in clear green AFS safety material for an accurate, luminous finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Clear Part Detailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear parts used for the eyes, head sensors, chest, elbow, and knee lenses throughout the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Display Stand Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated display stand is included in the box for dynamic posing options without purchasing separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGN Shield Shoulder Mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e The GN Shield attaches to the shoulder and articulates for accurate posing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Action Gimmick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joint swing action delivers a wide range of movement for expressive display poses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Colour Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parts moulded in accurate colours throughout, minimising the need for painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's In The Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGN Sword V (Buster Sword mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGN Sword V (Buster Rifle mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGN Shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSword bits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom display stand (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRunner x5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoil sticker (x1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Display Stands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 1\/144 HG scale kit. A custom display stand is included in the box. Additional compatible action bases include the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-no-2\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-no-3\"\u003eBandai Action Base No.3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-5-compact-display-stand-for-1-144-gunpla\"\u003eBandai Action Base 5\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-6-display-stand-for-30mm-small-scale-kits\"\u003eBandai Action Base 6\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-7-clear-transparent-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your Gundam 00 Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your Anno Domini lineup with other kits from the \u003cem\u003eGundam 00\u003c\/em\u003e series available at Mecha Express:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-gn-0000-gundam-00-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG GN-0000 Gundam 00 Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-00-gundam-seven-sword-g\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG 00 Gundam Seven Sword\/G\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-00-reborns-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG 00 Reborns Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-00-raphael\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG 00 Gundam 00 Raphael\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-gundam-00-gundam-dynames\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG Gundam 00 Gundam Dynames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-1-144-hg-00-arche-gundam\"\u003eBandai 1\/144 HG 00 Arche Gundam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gundam-decal-no-86-hg-00-qan-t\"\u003eGundam Decal No.86 HG 00 QAN[T]\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile Suit Gundam 00: A Wakening of the Trailblazer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Grade 00 (HG00)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/144\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMobile Suit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGNT-0000 QAN[T] (Quanta)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSetsuna F. Seiei\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestial Being\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandai Spirits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4573102587848\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5058784\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner to Intermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSnap-fit, no glue required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Inclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom display stand included in box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGundam 00 fans who want the movie's lead Gundam as the centrepiece of their Anno Domini shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner to intermediate builders looking for a rewarding HG build with strong visual payoff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who appreciate clear part detailing and a working weapon gimmick without complex assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilders who want a display-ready kit with a stand included straight out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone completing a full Celestial Being mobile suit lineup from the 00 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilder Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe HG00 QAN[T] is a satisfying build with more gimmicks than you'd expect from a 2010 High Grade. The display stand inclusion tells you something: Bandai knew the weapon configurations needed support. A few issues are worth addressing during the build rather than after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Camera Stickers (Most Common Finishing Complaint):\u003c\/strong\u003e The blue camera sensors on the head, including the side cameras and forehead sensor, come as flat stickers rather than colour-separated parts. They cover curved surfaces and do not sit flush, which becomes obvious once the kit is finished. The community consensus is to skip them entirely. Use a blue Gundam marker applied by brush to fill the recessed sensor areas instead. It takes a few minutes and looks significantly cleaner. The GN condenser gems on the body also use stickers. Painting these with clear green acrylic gives a far better result than the black stickers included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Armour Popping Off (Most Common Assembly Issue):\u003c\/strong\u003e The hand armour is a two-piece clamshell that clips around the hand unit. Under the weight of the GN Sword V in Buster Sword mode, the outer hand armour piece flexes and pops off repeatedly. The fix is straightforward and should be done during the build: apply a small amount of Tamiya Extra Thin Cement to the inner contact edges of the hand armour halves and allow them to set fully before attaching the hand to the arm. This permanently bonds the two halves and solves the problem. It does not affect posing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinder Connection to Backpack:\u003c\/strong\u003e When all seven sword bits are removed from the GN Sword Binder for separate display, the Binder can be pegged to the rear GN Drive on the backpack. There is no actual locking connection, though. It just sits there. In this configuration it also blocks head movement entirely. For display, either leave the sword bits on the Binder or use the included stand to keep the Binder off the kit altogether.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGN Sword V Buster Rifle Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e In rifle mode, the forward brace does not connect to the forearm at all. It floats near the arm without clipping in. The mode looks unconvincing in person and is not stable for long-term display in this configuration. The Buster Sword mode is the better display option and the arm notch actually helps lock the blade in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElbow Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e The forearm features a sword-lock notch that houses the GN Sword V blade. The trade-off is the removal of a polycap socket in the elbow. The elbow bend maxes out at about 90 degrees. This is a deliberate design decision, not a defect, but it limits dramatic posing angles with the arms. Plan your display pose with this in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeam Lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is 2010-era tooling and some seam lines are present, particularly on the upper arms and legs. For a panel-lined straight build these are minor. If you are painting, apply Tamiya Extra Thin Cement to the seams, allow them to meld, and sand flat before priming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability Rating: 7\/10.\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit is back-heavy with the Binder attached and left-heavy in a weapon-bearing pose. The included stand is there for a reason and handles both configurations well. For long-term display holding the Buster Rifle or Buster Sword, use the stand. Unequipped in a neutral pose, the kit stands without assistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paint the head camera sensors and GN condenser gems rather than using the stickers. Cement the hand armour halves together during the build to prevent popping under weapon weight. Use the included display stand for any weapon-holding pose. The binder-to-backpack connection is loose by design — plan your display configuration before committing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Australian Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSame Day Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders placed before 2pm weekdays ship same day. Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock and ready to ship Australia-wide from Mecha Express. The HG00 1\/144 QAN[T] (Quanta) is a Bandai Spirits High Grade kit from Gundam 00: A Wakening of the Trailblazer, featuring the GN Sword V bit gimmick and a custom display stand included in the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSnap-fit assembly, no glue required. Minimal paint needed thanks to excellent colour separation and extensive clear part detailing. Custom display stand included. Additional Action Base sold separately if preferred.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast updated: 12 May 2026 (AEST)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bandai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31252742045760,"sku":"5058784","price":30.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/9503\/6974\/products\/hg00-00-qan-t-quanta-01.jpg?v=1749088844"},{"product_id":"bandai-1-144-hg-gundam-lfrith","title":"Bandai 1\/144 HG Gundam LFrith","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Prologue Gundam That Started the Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Bandai 1\/144 High Grade XVX-016 Gundam Lfrith is Elnora Samaya's mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury. This High Grade release captures the Lfrith's distinctive high-mobility design with beam rifle, beam sabers, shield with beam cannon mode, and GUND-Format system. It's the definitive 1\/144 scale version of the Vanadis Institute's prototype Gundam that started the Witch from Mercury story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild difficulty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes approximately 250 parts and features snap-fit construction with no glue required. HLJ's own listing rates it Skill Level 1 (\"very easy to complete\"), and it seldom needs cement or paint, matching the Assembly Points badge on this page. A straightforward, accessible build for newer Gunpla builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe build centres on the sleek, high-mobility design optimised for speed and manoeuvrability. You get the beam rifle, dual beam sabers, and shield that converts into beam cannon mode. The colour separation delivers the Lfrith's white, pink and grey scheme with minimal painting needed. The engineering features articulated joints throughout for dynamic action poses and the shield transformation mechanism that switches between defensive and offensive configurations. The kit represents the Lfrith as it appears in the prologue episode of The Witch from Mercury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes This Kit Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrologue Mobile Suit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elnora Samaya's Gundam from The Witch from Mercury prologue episode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Mobility Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sleek proportions reflect the Lfrith's speed-focused configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvertible Shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shield transforms into beam cannon mode for offensive capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGUND-Format System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Represents the prototype Gundam that introduced GUND technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Weapon Arsenal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beam rifle, dual beam sabers, and convertible shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Articulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Articulated joints support dynamic high-speed combat poses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVanadis Institute Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prototype Gundam that preceded the Aerial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap-Fit Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e No glue required for assembly, parts snap together securely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's In The Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHG XVX-016 Gundam Lfrith plastic parts (approximately 250 pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeam rifle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x beam sabers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield (converts to beam cannon mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple pairs of manipulator hands (weapon holding, open palm, fists)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoil sticker sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking decal sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay your Gundam Lfrith with these Action Bases designed for 1\/144 scale High Grade kits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-2-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 2, Display Stand for 1\/144 Scale Gunpla\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/bandai-action-base-5-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 5, Compact Display Stand for 1\/144 Gunpla\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Grade (HG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMobile Suit:\u003c\/strong\u003e XVX-016 Gundam Lfrith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elnora Samaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanadis Institute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimeline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ad Stella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bandai Spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit packaged weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 290g (retail box 30 x 19 x 6.5cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4573102629449\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 (Very Easy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snap-fit construction, no glue required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e No polycaps, C-clip hinge ankle joints throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginner builders who want the prologue Gundam from The Witch from Mercury. The straightforward assembly makes it an accessible entry point for newer Gunpla builders. Witch from Mercury fans who want Elnora Samaya's mobile suit that started the series story. Builders who appreciate high-mobility designs with sleek proportions. The convertible shield adds a weapon transformation gimmick beyond standard beam rifle and saber loadouts. Best suited for builders who want to understand the Lfrith's connection to the Aerial and the GUND-Format system's origins in the Witch from Mercury timeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFast Australian Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSame Day Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders placed before 2pm weekdays ship same day. Orders after 2pm or on weekends ship next business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDispatched from Brisbane. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199. Packed securely in a sturdy outer box with water-soluble cornstarch void fill that dissolves cleanly in the sink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Watch For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the debut kit for the Ad Stella timeline, the Lfrith has extensive community data that's highly consistent. This is a solid kit with modern engineering, but there are a few quirks worth knowing to get the best results from your build and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ankle Wobble (Most Common Issue):\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the kit lacks traditional ball-jointed feet and uses a hinge-only system, the Lfrith has almost zero side-to-side (lateral) ankle tilt. This makes it difficult to stand in wide heroic poses on a flat shelf without the feet lifting, leading to the kit sliding or tipping over. This is the most commonly reported issue. The community-standard solution is to display the Lfrith on an Action Base 2 or 5, which the kit was designed with in mind. For ground display, apply a tiny amount of Teflon tape or a thin layer of clear nail polish to the ankle hinge pins to increase friction and help the kit hold its weight better when the feet aren't perfectly flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-Hinge Ankle Joints:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit uses no polycaps. The feet connect via a C-clip hinge. If you rotate the foot past its intended stop point, you can easily stretch or snap the C-clip, which is a difficult part to repair without cement. Be gentle with the ankle articulation and don't force the foot beyond its natural range of motion. Test the movement gently before applying full pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Torso Crunch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the HG Aerial, the Lfrith's torso is largely a 360-degree swivel only. It has very little forward or backward abdominal crunch, which restricts more dynamic lunging poses. This is a design limitation rather than a defect. The kit is optimised for upright high-mobility poses rather than extreme action stances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShield Segment Gimmick:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Compo GUND-BIT Shield is made of seven individual bit-staves. While they lock in well, the slot-and-tab connections can be tight. Forcing them together can stress the white plastic, leading to white stress marks on the pink frame parts. Take your time assembling the shield segments and don't force anything that doesn't want to go together smoothly. If a connection is too tight, sand the tab slightly before inserting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnee Joint Orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The internal knee joint piece looks nearly identical upside down. If forced in incorrectly, it can jam the leg articulation and require prying that may damage the outer armour. Pay close attention to the instruction manual during knee assembly and make sure the joint is oriented correctly before pressing it in. Test the articulation before closing the armour panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Scarcity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit only includes two closed fists. Because the inner frame is a unique lavender-tinged grey plastic, you cannot easily swap in open hands from other HG kits without a noticeable colour mismatch. If you want additional hand options, you'll need to pick up an aftermarket hand set or paint the hands to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Mould Detail Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chest piece uses a special in-mould decoration. Do not use harsh solvents like high-strength lacquer thinner near this piece, or you risk melting the pre-printed pattern. Stick to mild panel lining products and avoid aggressive cleaning near the chest detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStability Rating: 7\/10 (Ground) \/ 10\/10 (Action Base).\u003c\/strong\u003e On its own feet, the kit is a bit restricted due to the ankle limitations, but it's one of the most balanced kits for aerial posing. The Lfrith truly shines when displayed in the air on an Action Base, which is how it was designed to be shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilder Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Display on an Action Base 2 or 5 for best results. For ground display, apply Teflon tape or clear nail polish to ankle hinge pins for better friction. Be gentle with the C-clip ankle joints and don't force them past their range. Take your time with the shield segment assembly to avoid stress marks. Protect the in-mould chest detail from harsh solvents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnap-fit plastic model kit requiring no glue for assembly. No polycaps used. C-clip hinge joints throughout, so handle ankle articulation gently. Foil stickers and marking decals included for enhanced detail. Panel lining and topcoat recommended for best results. Nippers required for part removal from runners. Action Base sold separately and recommended for display, particularly for aerial or wide-stance poses given the ankle joint's limited lateral tilt. 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For flight poses with the wings spread and both beam rifles out, pair the Mighty Strike Freedom with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechaexpressaustralia.com.au\/products\/bandai-action-base-5-gunpla-display-stand\"\u003eBandai Action Base 5\u003c\/a\u003e, the compact 1\/144 stand built for HG and RG kits. 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