Saturday, October 06, 2007

More Upcoming Merchandises

Information on more upcoming merchandises, mainly HCM-Pro figures and some non-Gundam models from Gunota Headlines. Plus, images on the previously mentioned products where their images were not available back then.

MG Sazabi Metallic Ver. - From the finished model and one of the part tree at the background of the picture, I conclude that this is a repainted version of the previous MG Sazabi. I suppose it's the poor resolution of the photo being a deterrent for a clearer view of the effect of the metallic coating, but this "new" Sazabi doesn't really look much special to me at all. I hope to see more images on this huge release in the future to prove it otherwise.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

MG Gundam Unicorn - the prototype image released isn't new anymore. But we do get a more solid view on the "Destroy Mode" of Gundam Unicorn. Very nice indeed, especially the V-fin on the head. The main concern now is whether the split will be clearly visible in the Normal mode, or worse case scenario, this particular transformation (probably the most anticipated section) can only be accomplished via part swapping. Hopefully not.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

1/20 Scopedog Red Shoulder Custom - November, 6,300 Yen (around RM220). A new red shoulder and plenty of nifty weapons for this "new" Scopedog model. A "gentle" reminder for you :-) The original 1/20 Scopedog from Bandai is 4,000 Yen, same price with the later released Brutishdog. However, this Red Shoulder Custom is still 700 Yen cheaper than the first Scopedog in Metal Spec Ver.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

U.C. Hardgraph Cyclops Team Set - November, 2,940 Yen (around RM103). The 1/35 U.C. Hard Graph series is making a come back after a three-month absence after E.F.G.F. Anti MS Squad Set. This time it's based on the Cyclops Team Set from UC0080: War in a Pocket.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

HG 1/100 Gundam Exia - Just look at the articulation! The knee armor can move along with the leg, allowing the exposure of the some details within. Plus, Bandai seems to focus quite a bit of effort on the waist articulation for Exia, as the small thumbnail depicts. Very hard to resist for me :-D


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

BB Senshi Ryofu Tallgeese - Apart from the transformable horse, there seems to be another transformable transport unit (? - not sure what it is myself), but the kanji description mentions it as "Jade Armor Set from Heaven" and it's an "important and decisive ancient weapon in the world of Sangokuden". Also, it seems to be compatible with Liu Bei, Cao Cao and upcoming Sun Quan Gundam. Quite interesting indeed.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

BB Senshi Knight Gundam series - December, price n/a. Reissue of the very famous original BB Senshi in the 90s. If you miss some of these in the past, this news will most certainly excite you for the rest of the day.


Image from Hobby Shop Midori

HCM-Pro SP Ground Type Gundam - November, 5,040 Yen (around RM177). I believe SP means "Special Painted". This dessert weathering version originated from the initial release of this HCM-Pro model, where extra parts were given for the collector to modify their Ground Type Gundam. I suppose many people are screaming for the factory to give them a finished dessert weathering, hence the release of this HCM-Pro. Plus, there's a little sand hill included to hold its shield for the cannon pose.



Images from Amiami

HCM-Pro Hi-Nu Gundam - There's a huge clear display base included which allows you to display the Funnels as the beam canopy protecting the Gundam. Cool!



Images from Amiami

HCM-Pro Gundam Kyrios - The selling point is the transformation process no doubt.



The top and side views of Gundam Kyrios in its MA mode is very nice...


...but the bottom view looks as if he's attempting some sort of exotic Indian dance. Muahahahaha~
Images from Amiami

HCM-Pro Gundam Virtue - What else can be said? XD


Image from Amiami

HCM-Pro Master Marking Ver. - November, 1,890 Yen (around RM66) each. Guncannon and Char's Zaku II again?


Image from Hobby Shop Midori