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[Pre-Order] MoShow Progenitor Effect Butcher Type 2 Sniper Type Elite Class Model Kit w/ Metal Frame & Backpack
[Pre-Order] MoShow Progenitor Effect Butcher Type 2 Sniper Type Elite Class Model Kit w/ Metal Frame & Backpack [Comment]
Jan 16, 2023
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rico soul: MoShow is also jumping in on the alloy frame model kits now. So these are supposed to be 16-21cm tall which puts it at a pretty solid MG size. These have been confirmed as part of the 2023-2024 product lineup for MoShow during their recent announcements. Pretty excited to see how these turn out

This Butcher-2 is probably the most Gundam-like out of the three announced for this year. The CG render in the announcement materials seems to have changed a bit from the original concept art. It's gotten quite a bit bulkier and now comes with an axe for close range combat.

These new designs reminds me more of something like Frontline than gundam which I'm all for. It's great to see desgins that are deviating from just copies of gundams. I might be biased though. I really like the heavily armored militaristic aesthetic.

Apparently these are already in the grey model stage so I can't wait to see more.
MoShow MCT-AP04 Progenitor Effect Wei Guogong Mecha 04
MoShow MCT-AP04 Progenitor Effect Wei Guogong Mecha 04 [Comment]
Jan 16, 2023
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rico soul: This is mentioned in MoShow's 2023-2024 product lineup announcement as the 6th suit in the Progenitor Effect series after the Lancelot and the God's whip. Updated CG render attached.

This Wei Guogong design is a nice departure from their previous designs. This supposedly being from the Asian-Pacific theater in the Progenitor lore. According to MoShow -the mechanical design concept is based on team battles, which can enhance the brain wave synchronization rate of the mental power mecha and the pilot -

Lore aside, I really do like how this is a distinctly different design from the others. They really have a regional theme with these suits. This more feminine design looks great and I'll be interested in seeing how their implemet the funnel weapon systems on this mech.

I wonder if we'll actually see it come out in 2023. MoShow really blew up in success and has so many other exciting projects and collaborations announced for 2023-2024. Good to see them getting some recognition.

RIP my 2023 wallet
IN ERA+ Ruling Model Kit /w Metal Frame
IN ERA+ Ruling Model Kit /w Metal Frame [Comment]
Jan 18, 2023
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rico soul: I was waiting for Gundamit to update the photos. IN had an announcement on this with a ton of photos and revealing the 388RMB MSRP. I'll attach a couple more of the photos that seems to be missing.

This is really feeling like a spiritual successor to the Zero_G Judge. As I mentioned in a previous comment, the inner frame appears to be very similar to the Judge, and both show SEED inspired designs.

While the Judge took inspiration from the Forbidden Gundam, this Ruling now kind of looks to have a hint of the Calamity Gundam with those backpack cannons. The face has a clear visor which also reminds me of the Gundam Astraea.

The Chinese MSRP is pretty much comparable to what the Judge was set at. So I'm expecting this will be priced pretty similar to the Judge here as well.

Looking good
CCS Toys Mortal Mind Neon Genesis Evangelion: ANIMA Final Model
CCS Toys Mortal Mind Neon Genesis Evangelion: ANIMA Final Model [Comment]
Feb 15, 2023
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rico soul: Ok a lot of people seems to be confused about this design. This is NOT the Eva Unit-01.

Like the listing title says, it's the Evangelion Final Model from the ANIMA light novel. The art in the listing actually comes from that. It's pretty interesting that CCS Toys decided to make this instead of the much more well known Eva Unit-01.

It should be a pretty epic figure though. Will also be exciting to see how many weapons and accesories CCS Toys will throw in this. I'm assuming at minimum, we'll see a the rifle and the large sword.
IN ERA+ Vanguard Model Kit Reissue
IN ERA+ Vanguard Model Kit Reissue [Comment]
Mar 11, 2023
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rico soul: It's pretty amazing that IN ERA+ already has their next model in grey model prototype before we have even gotten the RULING fully released lol.

The Ruling is pretty sweet by all accounts and this Vanguard looks to be more of the same high quality.
It was displayed next to the Genesis as well so it looks like Infinite Dimensions is pretty much putting all these under the same lineup.

Seems to be another seed inspired design and more awesome GK level detailed model kit goodness.

Attached are some more photos from the Shanghai Miniature Art Expo that this display was at. I haven't seen any further information yet, but I'll add some comments if I find out more
Wanxiangjubian Model 1/100 MG Tactical Machine Apocalypse Model Kit
Wanxiangjubian Model 1/100 MG Tactical Machine Apocalypse Model Kit [Comment]
Mar 27, 2023
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rico soul: Another darkened render from the maker but this one looks quite interesting since it has the funnels / dragoons deployed. This look makes this suit look a lot more unique.

The double segmented dragoons is a neat idea and this view of the main suit gives it a bit more character.
Wanxiangjubian Model 1/100 MG Tactical Machine Apocalypse Model Kit
Wanxiangjubian Model 1/100 MG Tactical Machine Apocalypse Model Kit [Comment]
Apr 16, 2023
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rico soul: Ok, another image dump update from Vientiane detailing the backpack on the Apocalypse. This seems like it's going to be the main focus of this model kit.

It's a halo of blades and each component has a use. Looks like the dragoon will serve as both melee weapons. a twin spear, and flying funnels. The circular track it sits on also can rotate and articulate. Should be a pretty interesting backpack.
Animester Alloy Mecha Fight Wolf Mega Form
Animester Alloy Mecha Fight Wolf Mega Form [Comment]
Apr 18, 2023
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rico soul: KKind of funny to see Animester jump into the mecha market as well. It's kind of unclear whether this is an alloy frame model kit or a figure. The size suggests metal build style figure.

The biggest marketing point about this figure is that the mechanical designer is Junichi Akutsu, which is famous for designing the Astray Gundam and many of it's variations.

Anyways, I'll attach a higher res photo of the promo and you can also see their promo video here: youtu.be/dNVKZ2_w5n8

There seems to be other suits planned for the future as well.
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Sekkusu: Please be a model kit, it would be amazing.

By Apr 18,2023 01:10:24

rico soul: Manufacturer just confirmed this is a metal build figure, not a model kit :(. However, they did say they haven't ruled out model kits for future products in this line.
Moshow MCT-J02C Takeda Shingen Ultimate Level Special Version
Moshow MCT-J02C Takeda Shingen Ultimate Level Special Version [Comment]
Jun 28, 2023
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rico soul: This is such a badass re-release. The Takeda Shinden mech is pretty legendary for kicking off the Progenitor Effects line and really introducing a broader audience to Moshow and their magnificent metal builds. Re-releasing it in this white special version with upgraded details is awesome. Really reminds me of how Ryo from Ronin Warriors goes from the regular red armor to the white Inferno armor.

This change in color scheme also really helps highlight the details of the original armor in different way, but there are some actual part differences in details like the front skirts, the rear shoulder armor, and the ankle armor. I'll put some side-by-sides with the original red Takeda Shinden promo pics for comparison.

That new battle axe is crazy too, and really the improved color separation in the paint and the various details really helps emphasize how much Moshow has further improved since their original Takeda Shinden release last year.

Gundamit did post this in the details but seems to have left of the picture for the articulated hands so I'll put that image up as well.
[Coming Soon] Iron Toys 1/100 Alloy Frame Model Kit for MSN-06S Gundam Sinanju
[Coming Soon] Iron Toys 1/100 Alloy Frame Model Kit for MSN-06S Gundam Sinanju [Comment]
Jan 14, 2024
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rico soul: Really about damn time we got a sinanju frame. It's one of the more well known issues that the sinanju waist can snap.

The other cool thing about this kit is that TieChuang said it is compatible with the Takumi Sinanju kit with some modifications. This makes for a much more affordable way to build the Takumi Sinanju also.

It's not compatible with the Sinanju Stein unfortunately but the part differences are minimal so I'd expect TieChuang to release a stein kit not long after this. Probably aiming to coincide with the new Stein NT Ver Ka