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Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in CS Frame mode, front view showing the purple and gold ninja-samurai armour, translucent pink hair and sash effect parts, and the taller Cross Silhouette proportions.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai rear view, showing the twin V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai blades stowed on the backpack and the ninjato beam sword at the waist.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in SD Frame mode, dynamic pose with the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken and Dai Kunai blade drawn, showing the compact Super Deformed proportions next to the taller CS Frame.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in a leaping action pose using the V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai in rifle mode. Official promotional artwork; display stand shown is sold separately.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai with the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken deployed as a glowing pink shuriken-blade shield. Official promotional artwork; display stand shown is sold separately.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in CS Frame mode, front view showing the purple and gold ninja-samurai armour, translucent pink hair and sash effect parts, and the taller Cross Silhouette proportions.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai rear view, showing the twin V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai blades stowed on the backpack and the ninjato beam sword at the waist.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in SD Frame mode, dynamic pose with the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken and Dai Kunai blade drawn, showing the compact Super Deformed proportions next to the taller CS Frame.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai in a leaping action pose using the V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai in rifle mode. Official promotional artwork; display stand shown is sold separately.
Bandai SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai with the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken deployed as a glowing pink shuriken-blade shield. Official promotional artwork; display stand shown is sold separately.

Bandai SDCS F-Kunoichi Kai (Gundam Build Metaverse)

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Ayame's SD ninja Gunpla from Gundam Build Metaverse, with a genuine Universal Century easter egg built in: Bandai's own kit manual ties the name, the main weapon, and the overdrive mode to the Gundam F91. Snap-fit with no cement or paint needed, and two full frame options in the box, the classic SD skeleton and the taller, more posable CS frame. Mode-change weapons take you from kunai to beam rifle and shield to twin shuriken blades.
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Key features
  1. F91 easter egg: the name, main weapon, and overdrive mode are all built as a deliberate nod to the Gundam F91, straight from Bandai's own kit manual.
  2. Two frames, one kit: swap between the compact SD skeleton and the taller, more posable CS frame without buying anything extra.
  3. Mode-change weapons: the Dai Kunai blades open into a beam rifle, and the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken splits into a pair of throwable blades.
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Series Assembly Guide FAQ

Bandai SDCS F-Kunoichi Kai (Gundam Build Metaverse)

A ninja's Gunpla, built on a Universal Century idea

F-Kunoichi Kai is the SD Gundam Cross Silhouette kit of Ayame's ninja-themed Gunpla from Gundam Build Metaverse, the Gundam Build series' anniversary story. Ayame (Aya Fujisawa) is the kunoichi-styled Diver from Gundam Build Divers, and the F-Kunoichi she pilots isn't a random design: Bandai's own kit manual credits the name, the main weapon, and the full-power overdrive mode to the Gundam F91, the Formula Project machine from Universal Century 0123.

This one's for Gundam Build fans who'll appreciate the reference as much as the kit itself: a chibi ninja carrying a genuine Universal Century connection in her design. It also works as a compact, characterful SD build for anyone after real gimmicks in a small package.

Build difficulty

This is a compact SD kit. No cement and no paint are needed for the base build: it's snap-fit, using nippers to cut parts from the runners, with a sticker sheet for the finer gold markings. Expect a first build to take an hour or two, longer if you assemble both the SD and CS frame options to compare them. One independent builder review flagged that the sticker sheet doesn't cover every gold trim edge, so if you're chasing a fully clean gold finish, a gold paint pen or marker on hand as a follow-up will help.

Technical highlights

The kit includes two complete frame options: the SD frame for the classic, compact Super Deformed proportions, and the taller, more articulated CS (Cross Silhouette) frame shared with the rest of the SDCS line. You build the outer armour once and choose which skeleton to mount it on. Colour separation is handled mostly through moulded plastic in purple, gold, white and grey, with translucent pink plastic for the effect parts (hair, beam blade, and the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken), plus a sticker sheet for the fine gold trim.

The signature weapon, the V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai, mode-changes between a close-range Dai Kunai blade and a Variable-Speed Beam Rifle, a direct nod to the Gundam F91's own V.S.B.R. weapon. The Beam Shield Dai Shuriken folds between a defensive shield and a pair of throwable shuriken-effect blades. A ninjato (also usable as a beam sword) rounds out the loadout.

What makes this kit special

  • A genuine F91 connection: the name, the V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai weapon, and the overdrive mode are all built as a direct nod to the Universal Century's Gundam F91, according to Bandai's own kit manual.
  • Two frames, one kit: switch between the compact SD frame and the taller, more posable CS frame without buying anything extra.
  • Mode-change weapons: the Dai Kunai blades fold out into a Variable-Speed Beam Rifle, and the Beam Shield Dai Shuriken splits into a pair of throwable blades.
  • Legend BB head-swap compatible: Bandai's official promotional material confirms the head and shoulder armour mix with the separately-sold Legend BB Musha, Knight, and Command Gundam kits.
  • Translucent effect parts: the hair, beam blade, and Beam Shield Dai Shuriken are moulded in clear pink plastic, so the energy look holds up without any topcoat work.
  • A numbered Build Metaverse release: part of Bandai's SD Gundam Cross Silhouette Gundam Build Metaverse sub-line.

What's in the box

  • SD frame: the shorter, classic Super Deformed inner skeleton
  • CS (Cross Silhouette) frame: the taller, more articulated inner skeleton
  • Outer armour parts
  • V.S.B.R. Dai Kunai Kai (x2): the dual-mode kunai and beam rifle weapons
  • Ninjato: a physical sword that doubles as a beam sword
  • Beam Shield Dai Shuriken: splits into a pair of throwable shuriken-blade effect parts
  • Effect parts: translucent pink hair, sash and beam-effect pieces
  • Sticker sheet for the fine gold trim markings

No display stand is included with the kit. Bandai's own promotional photography uses a clear stand for the action poses shown, sold separately. For dynamic poses of the F-Kunoichi Kai's mid-air ninja stances, pair it with the Bandai Action Base 1, the universal-fit Mecha Express display stand.

Compatible accessories

Bandai's official promotional material confirms the F-Kunoichi Kai's head and shoulder armour can be swapped onto the Legend BB Musha Gundam, Knight Gundam, and Command Gundam kits (and vice versa), letting you mix and match SD Gundam looks on the same body. All three of those kits are currently out of stock at Mecha Express, so we haven't linked them here. The compatibility itself is genuine and Bandai-confirmed, it's just that none of the mixing partners are on the shelf right now.

Build your Gundam Build Metaverse collection

Two other kits from the same official Gundam Build Metaverse collection are currently in stock: Bandai Figure-rise Standard Avatar Fumina, a character figure kit of one of the Gundam Build series' best-known pilots, and Bandai Option Parts Set Gunpla 18 (Build Booster Set), a general customisation set from the same Build series line.

Build specifications

  • Series: Gundam Build Metaverse
  • Grade: SD Gundam Cross Silhouette (SDCS)
  • Mobile suit: F9/1 Kai F-Kunoichi Kai
  • Pilot: Ayame (Aya Fujisawa)
  • Manufacturer: Bandai
  • Kit packaged weight: 260g (retail box 30 x 19 x 6.5cm)
  • Barcode: 4573102657114
  • Skill level: Skill Level 2
  • Assembly method: Snap-fit, no cement required
  • Paint required: No, stickers provided for the gold trim
  • Special features: Dual SD/CS frame system, mode-change weapons, Legend BB head-swap compatible

Perfect for

  • Gundam Build fans who want the Universal Century reference hidden in a Build Metaverse character kit
  • SD and Cross Silhouette collectors adding a ninja-themed entry to the lineup
  • Builders who want two display options, SD and CS frame, from a single kit
  • Anyone building out a wider Gundam Build Metaverse display alongside Fumina and other Build series pieces
  • Gift buyers after a compact, characterful kit

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.

What to watch for

One independent builder review flagged the main build point: the sticker sheet doesn't cover every area of gold trim on the kit, so if you're chasing a fully finished look, budget for a gold paint pen or marker to go over the bare plastic the decals miss. This isn't a fit or engineering issue, just a gap between the moulded colours and the full painted look shown in Bandai's promotional photography. The same review praised the CS frame's articulation and didn't flag any structural weak points or stability problems. We've only found one independent report so far, so treat the gold trim point as a single builder's observation rather than a confirmed pattern.

Builder tips: if you're planning to compare the SD and CS frames, test-fit the shared armour parts on both skeletons before committing to stickers, since the fit and proportions differ noticeably between the two.

Build notes

No glue and no paint are needed to finish the kit as designed. A hobby knife or nippers will get parts off the runners cleanly, and a set of tweezers makes the smaller effect parts and stickers easier to place. Build time is roughly one to two hours for a first attempt at either frame, longer if you build both to compare them.

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Assembly Guide

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 is the SD Gundam Cross Silhouette F-Kunoichi Kai?

It's Bandai's SD Gundam Cross Silhouette kit of F-Kunoichi Kai, the ninja-themed Gunpla piloted by Ayame (Aya Fujisawa) in Gundam Build Metaverse. The kit ships with two full frame options and a set of mode-change weapons.

Does the F-Kunoichi Kai need glue or paint?

No. It's a snap-fit kit with no cement required, moulded in its finished colours with a sticker sheet for the gold trim, so no paint is needed to complete it.

What's the difference between the SD frame and the CS frame?

Both come in the same box. The SD frame gives the classic, compact Super Deformed proportions. The CS (Cross Silhouette) frame is taller and more articulated, sharing its inner skeleton with the rest of Bandai's SD Gundam Cross Silhouette line.

Is the F-Kunoichi Kai compatible with other kits?

Bandai's official promotional material confirms the head and shoulder armour can be swapped with the separately-sold Legend BB Musha, Knight, and Command Gundam kits. Those are currently out of stock at Mecha Express, so we can't link them yet, but the compatibility is genuine and confirmed by Bandai.

Is this kit suitable for a first-time builder?

It's an intermediate-level kit: no cement, snap-fit assembly, with nippers doing most of the work. One independent builder review noted the stickers don't cover every gold trim edge, so budget for a gold marker if you want a fully painted look, but the base build itself is straightforward.

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