Life Update #2

- Life Update -

#2

Well exams are tomorrow, just 12 hours from now and thought to take a small break from revision before heading off to bed. 

Unfortunately all I can think of right now is making a Hi Nu Gundam Custom Build with either the previously released MG Hi Nu Gundam, the MC Model Hi Nu Gundoom ( an original plastic recast of a resin kit) or the MG Nu Gundam Ver. Ka. 

MG Nu Gundam Ver. Ka.

Picture courtesy of GundamGuy Blogspot

I'm kind of leaning towards the Mg Nu Gundam Ver. Ka because of it's awesomeness its already a great base to make a Hi Nu Gundam build. Of course chances are, you've already seen countless Hi Nu customs where the modeller just did a straight repaint to the Ver. Ka. I'm leaning more towards a more customized build where I'll scratch build the backpack of the Hi Nu and attach it to the Nu Gundam. Of course there are also some more cosmetic changes that will have to be done but in the end, may make the most satisfying ways to build the Hi Nu. To top it off, the included base works x 1000 better than the Mg Hi-Nu's included base and makes posing the funnels x 1000 more menacing.

I also love the inclusion of the 'Psycho Frame' so that's always a huge bonus.

MG Hi-Nu Gundam

I have seriously thought about buying this kit so many times but there was always something about it that bothered me a little - enough to not have bought it yet. It does look nice but some things like the head design, the shoulders, the backpack and the limited articulation in the waist have made me hesitate pressing the buy button.

The thing I love about the kit the most (enough to make me really consider it an option) are the included effect parts. The Nu Ver. Ka. doesn't come with them and a Hi Nu just doesn't really seem to feel complete without them.

MC Model Hi-Nu Gundoom

This is a HUGELY infamous kit. I think it would be hard to deny that the kit looks a little better than Bandai's MG. However it gets an unnecessary amount of hate because it isn't a Bandai product. A Gundam kit that isn't produced by Bandai is not official. Period. But I just don't feel right calling it a knockoff, a bootleg, a fake and a replica certainly doesn't make any sense. A Gundam plastic model kit not produced by Bandai is called a fake. But resin kit or a resin conversion kit of the Gundam isn't called pronounced a fake? To me, that just doesn't make any sense. If a kit needs to be plastic in order to be labelled a fake or 'cheap knockoff' then that just doesn't feel right.

I feel it's the same people who label the MC Model Gundooms and the MC Model MG Tallgeese 3 a 'cheap knockoff' who are also praising the beauty of a resin kit. It just seems like double standards playing it's part here. 

NOTE: Please don't get me wrong guys, I fully support Bandai's kits and don't think it's fair to use a replica in a commission work unless your price is greatly marked down and the customer is fully aware of it's unofficial status. However saying this, I will not knock or see any person purchasing and building a replica negatively just because of their decision to save on a few extra dollars. It's a topic of feel should be expanded on in a later post.

Anyway, the reason I'm considering the kit is because of the awesome design of the beam sabre. That, and the fact that it's already a Hi Nu are the only reasons I'm considering it. Chances aren't very likely for this to happen as I would rather purchase a Bandai kit and support them than purchase a Non-Bandai kit. No matter what, a Bandai kit will always provide a little more superior product in it's make than Non-Bandai gunpla.

Anyway, that about does it for now. I think I'm just going to wrap it up here and head off to bed.

Once again guys, I thank you for taking the time to have a read and hope for all the best in your Plamo endeavours!

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W.I.P 1 - MG Nu Gundam Ver. Ka

- W.I.P -

W.I.P 1 - MG Nu Gundam Ver. Ka

Moto X Camera.

Note 3 Camera.

As you can see, Bandai gives you the option to make you Nu Gundam the Dome-G version (white) or the regular version (navy blue).

Regular version with navy blue.

Regular version with navy blue.

Dome-G Version. I think I might keep it this way, I really like the look of the white plate rather than the navy blue. It kind of reminds me of scaled armor or samurai armor, so it looks pretty sweet.

With the hatch door open.

Hatch door closed. It merely slides up and down and is very smooth so no need to worry about it being difficult to open or close.

Please note that the clear piece shown above is also molded in a clear green. The clear green version however is crossed out of the runner section so you can use it if you like but the manual suggests you use the clear version not the clear green. By using the clear green version, you will render different results with an LED inside. I have yet to try it out and compare but you can expect a comparison in the review.

So that was it for the night. It got pretty late (2 am) so it was probably for the good that I ended it there. So far, I can say that the chest looks awesome.
Sorry for the varying qualities of the pictures. My note 3 battery ran out in the middle of the W.I.P so I had to switch to the Moto X camera.

NOTE: As you may notice, I have not applied any of the foils stickers. This is because the initial build is a test fit build to see what parts may become a problem when painting. This way I can rectify anything that may cause a problem with fitting or scratching paint when I get to painting it. I can also add pla plate and do some custom work once it's done so I can add my own little personal touch to it when it's all complete.

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MG Wing Gundam EW

- Painted Build -

MG Wing Gundam EW/Ver. Ka Custom Build Showcase

CONCLUSION:

I was really pleased with how the paint colors turned. This kit was kind of an experiment for me. It was my first customized build/ the first time I had used my new Procon Boy FWA airbrush/first time using enamel paints/ first time pre-shading and also only my third painted kit (first MG I have painted). So I think it was fair to say that for an experiment, it turned out rather well. It isn't without its few minor faults with the execution or result but I am quite happy with it.

It is a great Master Grade and am glad I had painted it as now it looks much better. Unfortunately the camera was unable to show the pre-shading as it does look much nicer in real life than through the eyes of this camera.

NOTE: All painted builds that are posted up here will be up for sale unless otherwise stated. Just leave a message through here or send me an email if you're interested.

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Any questions? Leave a comment if you have one or just wanna say something.

If you guys are interested in buying some of the items shown above, please use the links below from amazon. It would really mean alot to me and doesn't cost you an extra cent. Just a few suggestions if at all interested. Many thanks guys and all the best!