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Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example, front three-quarter view holding the Lance Bit, with the large teal shoulder binders spread and pink flame markings across the armour. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example, rear three-quarter view showing the backs of the shoulder binders, the rear skirt funnel container and the Lance Bit held at its side. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon box art, showing Aila Jyrkiäinen's custom made mobile suit charging with the Lance Bit against a starfield, HG Build Fighters logo top left. Original 2014 Bandai printing; current boxes may carry a different maker logo.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example on its included display stand, front view with the shoulder binders spread wide and the Lance Bit held diagonally at its side. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example in flight pose on the included display stand, body tilted forward with the shoulder binders swept back and the Lance Bit pointed ahead. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example, front three-quarter view holding the Lance Bit, with the large teal shoulder binders spread and pink flame markings across the armour. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example, rear three-quarter view showing the backs of the shoulder binders, the rear skirt funnel container and the Lance Bit held at its side. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon box art, showing Aila Jyrkiäinen's custom made mobile suit charging with the Lance Bit against a starfield, HG Build Fighters logo top left. Original 2014 Bandai printing; current boxes may carry a different maker logo.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example on its included display stand, front view with the shoulder binders spread wide and the Lance Bit held diagonally at its side. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.
Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon built example in flight pose on the included display stand, body tilted forward with the shoulder binders swept back and the Lance Bit pointed ahead. Bandai promotional photo of a painted sample.

Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon

$36.99 AUD
Aila Jyrkiäinen's Qubeley Papillon from Gundam Build Fighters, built on the classic Qubeley with huge shoulder binders that move independently. Ten removable funnels, the Lance Bit, two beam sabers and a display stand come in the box. A simple snap-fit build rated 8+ by Bandai, with the pink markings done by stickers.
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Key features
  1. Ten removable funnels: every funnel lifts out of the rear container, so you can lay them out around the kit for a full funnel-attack display.
  2. Independent shoulder binders: spread them wide like butterfly wings or sweep them back, and the head and binders reposition for a flight pose.
  3. Lance Bit and display stand: hold the lance as a spear or like a rifle, and pose the whole thing mid-flight on the included stand.
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Series Assembly Guide FAQ

Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon

Aila's butterfly Qubeley from Gundam Build Fighters

The Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon is Aila Jyrkiäinen's Gunpla from Gundam Build Fighters. Team Nemesis, a private Gunpla team based in Finland, built it for the world tournament around Aila's skill with remote-controlled funnel weapons. It takes the classic Qubeley and reworks it with huge sweeping shoulder binders and a teal and pink colour scheme.

This is HGBF kit number 11, first released by Bandai in February 2014. It suits Build Fighters fans and anyone who wants a Qubeley that looks nothing like the one already in your collection.

Build difficulty

This is a snap-fit High Grade with eight runners and no glue needed. Bandai rates it for ages 8 and over, and builders describe the assembly as easy going. Most of the outer armour is new, but the torso, shoulder joints and upper arms carry over from the original HGUC Qubeley, so it builds and moves like an older kit. The part that takes patience is the stickers, because the pink markings and the eyes are all done with stickers.

Technical highlights

The armour is moulded in colour, with teal outer panels over purple, pink and grey details. The pink flame markings come from the included hologram sticker sheet rather than separate parts, and no paint is needed to finish the kit. The shoulder binders are the headline. Each one moves independently, so you can spread them wide like wings or sweep them back. The head and binders reposition for a flight pose, all ten funnels lift out of the rear container, and the chest cockpit hatch opens.

What makes this kit special

  • Oversized shoulder binders: each binder moves on its own, which gives the Papillon its butterfly silhouette.
  • Ten removable funnels: every funnel in the rear container comes out, so you can lay them out for display.
  • Lance Bit: a long lance that can also be held like a rifle.
  • Flight pose: the head and binders reposition for a flying display on the included stand.
  • Display stand included: the stand can be rearranged to change the display angle.
  • Opening cockpit hatch: the chest hatch moves to show the cockpit.
  • A different take on the Qubeley: new head, binders, skirts and legs make it look like a completely different suit from the Zeta-era original.

What's in the box

  • 8 plastic runners
  • 1 hologram sticker sheet
  • Instruction manual
  • Lance Bit
  • 2 beam sabers
  • 10 funnels (stored in the rear container)
  • Grip hands and open hands (left and right)
  • Display stand

Compatible accessories

A display stand comes in the box, so the Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon is ready for flying poses straight away. No extra base is needed.

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Build specifications

  • Series: Gundam Build Fighters
  • Grade: High Grade Build Fighters (HGBF), kit number 011
  • Scale: 1/144
  • Mobile suit: NMX-004 Qubeley Papillon
  • Pilot: Aila Jyrkiäinen
  • Team: Team Nemesis (Finland)
  • Manufacturer: Bandai
  • First released: February 2014
  • Retail box weight: 420 g, retail box approx. 31 x 20 x 10 cm
  • Barcode: 4573102736956
  • Skill level: 2 (Bandai age rating 8+)
  • Assembly method: snap-fit, no glue
  • Paint required: No (fine markings are stickers)
  • Display stand: included

Perfect for

  • Gundam Build Fighters fans who want Aila's Gunpla on the shelf.
  • Qubeley fans after a version with a very different silhouette.
  • Newer builders, with Bandai's 8+ rating and no glue needed.
  • Builders who enjoy painting, since the pink markings are a great candidate for hand painting instead of stickers.
  • Collectors who like flight-pose displays on a stand.

Fast Australian shipping

Dispatched 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.

The Bandai 1/144 HGBF Qubeley Papillon comes with ten removable funnels, the Lance Bit and its own display stand.

What to watch for

Drawing on builder reviews and community threads (r/Gunpla, YouTube reviews, and Japanese and Korean hobby blogs):

  • Lots of stickers: the pink markings and the eyes are stickers, not separate coloured parts. Several builders felt the stickers look flat and chose to paint the markings instead.
  • Older base kit: the torso, shoulder joints and upper arms come from the original HGUC Qubeley, so the build and the joints feel older than a modern HG.
  • Some markings not on the sheet: one reviewer noted the sticker sheet leaves the pink markings on the rear skirt and legs uncovered, so those need paint if you want them to match the promo photos.
  • Head movement: one reviewer found the head could not turn to the side, while another was happy with the neck movement. Worth knowing if you plan a lot of head-turned poses.

Builder tips: apply the stickers with tweezers so they sit straight on the curved binders. A fine brush or paint marker in a matching pink covers any markings the sheet does not. Bandai's own promotional photos show a painted sample, so expect the out-of-box look to rely on stickers.

Build notes

No glue needed. A pair of nippers, a hobby knife for cleaning up nub marks and a pair of tweezers for the stickers are all you need. Painting is optional, since the kit is moulded in colour and the fine markings are stickers. Bandai rates it for ages 8 and over.

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SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED
Skill Level.2 Basic modeling skills are required. Parental supervision may be required for younger children. These kits are generally suitable for beginner builders. A basic set of modeling tools are required including nippers, hobby knife, sanding sticks/paper, file, and tweezers. No glue is needed for the general assembly. Parts will need to be removed by using a pair of nippers and cutting the part away from the runner. Parts may require clean-up where they were removed from the runner.
No Cement Required

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are a snap together assembly and do not need plastic cement to complete. We always recommend having some plastic cement handy as a part of your modeler's tool kit. If you prefer to fix your model in a particular pose then plastic cement will work. Plastic cement is also perfect to use if a joint is loose. Apply plastic cement in a single thin layer and allow it to dry completely before test fitting. Re-apply more cement if necessary.

No Painting Required

Gunpla (plastic model kits) are designed to be built and displayed without the need for painting. Kits are molded in different colours replicating the colours of the actual mecha from the Mecha series. A technique called colour separation, where multiple parts of the model are molded in different colours on the same sprue is also used. Mecha kits often include stickers or water-slide decals that can be applied to the model to enhance its appearance. Some Gunpla kits come with pre-painted parts or parts with pre-applied details, such as metallic or translucent finishes.

Many modelers still choose to paint their kits to customize and add further detail. Painting allows for more creativity and personalization, enabling modelers to achieve unique effects, weathering, and colour schemes that may not be available out of the box. However, the kits are designed to be enjoyable and visually appealing even without painting, making them accessible to a wide range of hobbyists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's in the box of the HGBF Qubeley Papillon?

Eight plastic runners, one hologram sticker sheet and the instruction manual. The parts build the Qubeley Papillon with the Lance Bit, two beam sabers, ten removable funnels, grip and open hands, and a display stand.

Is the Qubeley Papillon suitable for first-time builders?

Yes. Bandai rates it for ages 8 and over and it snaps together without glue. The main thing to take your time with is the stickers, since the pink markings and eyes are all stickers. Tweezers make that much easier.

Does the Qubeley Papillon need paint or glue?

No glue and no paint are needed. The kit is moulded in colour and the pink markings come on the sticker sheet. Some builders paint the markings for a sharper finish, and one reviewer noted the rear skirt and leg markings are not on the sticker sheet, so those need paint if you want them.

How is it different from the regular HGUC Qubeley?

It shares the torso, shoulder joints and upper arms with the original HGUC Qubeley, but the head, shoulder binders, skirts and legs are new. It also adds the Lance Bit and a display stand, and wears a teal and pink colour scheme.

Who pilots the Qubeley Papillon?

Aila Jyrkiäinen, in Gundam Build Fighters. Team Nemesis, a private Gunpla team based in Finland, built it around her skill with remote-controlled funnel weapons.

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