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5.0 out of 5 stars
Favorite Gundam, awesome kit!!, August 12, 2009
= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Gundam 00: 03 GN-003 Gundam Kyrios 1/100 Scale Model Kit (Toy)
As my favorite mecha in the Gundam 00 anime series, this Kyrios model did not disappoint. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the model itself snaps together without glue or much hassle (especially for a newbie like me). It also comes with a full array of accessories: the GN rifle, arm shield with GN sword, beam sabers with beams, and two snap-on mounting posts (one for mech mode, one for flight). The model itself is highly detailed and accurate, which is definitely worth highlighting with a touch of paint (or Sharpie, in my case). Transforming it from mech mode to flight mode isn't difficult once you get the hang of it.
The model does have its downsides though. It can't do a wide variety of battle poses in mech mode, mostly because the black-grey forward fuselage for flight mode has to be flipped over the back of the figure and sticks so far out that the center of gravity is thrown off - but that's more a fault of the mech's original design than the model. Furthermore, the feet don't have the greatest range of motion (because they have to transform) so stabilizing the mech is a very tricky and somewhat delicate matter. The model also isn't the sturdiest thing in the universe (minor accessory pieces do fall off if you fiddle with it a lot), but it's still an excellent kit.
Overall, I am not disappointed in this kit. My favorite Gundam is easily my favorite model. Because of the balance issues, I do highly recommend a stand to display it:
Gundam Action Display Base Stand (Black). Plus, it looks awesome mounted in flight mode and taking off from your shelf. (And awfully tempting to pick it up and fly it around the room.)
A definite must-have for any Celestial Being armada!
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love this gundam., November 28, 2008
= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Gundam 00: 03 GN-003 Gundam Kyrios 1/100 Scale Model Kit (Toy)
This is my first of the 4 "Hero" gundams from 00. I think I messed up by building my favotire first now I will be disapointed by the rest. ;)
In all seriousness though it is a very good kit, definately will need painting to bring out the best in it but for a non MG kit I could not be happier.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for any collection, July 29, 2008
= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars
This review is from: Gundam 00: 03 GN-003 Gundam Kyrios 1/100 Scale Model Kit (Toy)
Even if you're not a follower of the series "Mobile Suit Gundam 00", you'll find that Gundam Kyrios is an excellent addition to your models. The additional joints allow for a range of poses that vastly outdoes older models (for example, the High-Grade Endless Waltz 1:100 Model sets) and leaves you with a warm, tingly feeling when it's done.
A word of warning- will require at least four hours for completion. If time is no concern, do it in one sitting- you'll enjoy every minute.
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