The Hyaku Shiky as seen in Zeta Gundam. As far as I know...it's the only mobile suit ever controlled by Char Aznable that is not Red (Ok...the Zeong doesn't count!). Being the slacker that I am, bought a gold plated version, so no painting involved as far as the external armor goes. Painted the internals in GSI Creos Dark Iron, and used some Aluminium color for the pistons. Since I had already used the Cobalt blue on the RX-121 and Quel, which wouldn't suit the Hyaku Shiki so well...I darkened with a mix of black and Midnight Blue. It's a bit of an older model, which you can tell by the posability range it offers. Nonetheless...it is possible to strike a good looking pose with it. I would say it was a enjoyable experience, a fast and fun build, even though I did ruin one of the dry transfer decals. Need to be more careful next time.
Showing posts with label Gundam. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gundam. Show all posts
Saturday, April 03, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
RGM-79Q Quel
The GM-79Q Quel. Yes....another GM, this one in Titan colors. Added a bit of dry brushing for that worn look, but not too much.
Never really liked the ideia of the fingers in red on the RX121 Hazel, but I found that they would suit this one. Who says GM's don't have a charm of their own?
Never really liked the ideia of the fingers in red on the RX121 Hazel, but I found that they would suit this one. Who says GM's don't have a charm of their own?
Sunday, February 21, 2010
RGM 79 FP "Striker"
Finally took the time to take some photos of this kit. The Striker is a 1/144 High Grade Kit and as far as I know only featured in videogames, so it might not have a particularly interesting story.
It's a GM at it's core with a fancy weapon and shield. The armor seems to fit it's intended purpose, close combat. To that extent it's armor is better than a standard GM but without the bulkiness of some of the other models.
The cool gimmicks are as stated before it's shield with extendable spikes and a twin spear who also converts to a scythe like weapon. Not only that but the spear/scythe is in fact composed by 2 beam sabers which can be detached, so it really is full of surprises.
Regarding the actual model building, I decided to use a more fictional approach and paint a more vivid type of green, instead of using military tones. I'm also finding I really much enjoy orange and white tones in the models, I'll have to do something in that nature in the future.
It's a GM at it's core with a fancy weapon and shield. The armor seems to fit it's intended purpose, close combat. To that extent it's armor is better than a standard GM but without the bulkiness of some of the other models.
The cool gimmicks are as stated before it's shield with extendable spikes and a twin spear who also converts to a scythe like weapon. Not only that but the spear/scythe is in fact composed by 2 beam sabers which can be detached, so it really is full of surprises.
Regarding the actual model building, I decided to use a more fictional approach and paint a more vivid type of green, instead of using military tones. I'm also finding I really much enjoy orange and white tones in the models, I'll have to do something in that nature in the future.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Mobile Suit: Gundam RX 121 "Hazel"
My first gunpla mobile suit. Up til that point I never had though about building my own kit. Wasn't sure how easy/fun it was going to be so decided to start of with something light. Easy kit to assemble, all snap fit pre-coloured plastic. Decided to go the extra mile and spring for a compressor+airbrush, was amazed at how good the results were.
As for the kit itself, it's your standard everyday UC Gundam. The only gimmick is the thruster shield "thingy".
As for the kit itself, it's your standard everyday UC Gundam. The only gimmick is the thruster shield "thingy".
Mobile Suit: AMX 107 - Bawoo
Ah....the 1/144 Bawoo. My second mobile suit, the first I ever painted.
Looking at it, it is actually seems like a giant compared to the Gundams. Painting the shield is still a work in progress, and while I did overshade the mobile suit too much, in the end he got a nice feel to it. As some might know, he comes with the ability to transform into 2 separate ships. The top half isn't so bad, although nothing really noteworthy....and the bottom part...it's just too silly. The word of advice is: "Keep it one piece".
Looking at it, it is actually seems like a giant compared to the Gundams. Painting the shield is still a work in progress, and while I did overshade the mobile suit too much, in the end he got a nice feel to it. As some might know, he comes with the ability to transform into 2 separate ships. The top half isn't so bad, although nothing really noteworthy....and the bottom part...it's just too silly. The word of advice is: "Keep it one piece".
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