MG Sinanju OVA Ver. (Review)

ZakuAurelius
24 Aug 201919:00

Summary

TLDRIn this review, the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version from 2009 is showcased, highlighting its impressive design and detailed accessories. The kit, available at Gundam Store with a 10% discount, includes a bazooka and various decals. The reviewer praises the model's articulation, weapon combinations, and the option to use foil stickers or waterslide decals. Despite minor seam lines and the wish for more surface detail, the kit is recommended for its size, complexity, and value, especially for fans of the design.

Takeaways

  • 🎨 The Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version model kit is praised for its impressive design and detail, even after 10 years since its release.
  • 🔧 The OVA version of the kit includes changes in materials, with some parts of the ABS frame being replaced with polystyrene plastic, and it comes with a bazooka not included in the original version.
  • 🛍️ For those interested in purchasing, the review recommends buying from a Gundam store using a provided coupon code for a discount.
  • 🏷️ The kit offers a variety of decal options including foil stickers, waterslide decals, marking stickers, and dry transfers for customization.
  • 🔫 The model comes with an array of weapons and accessories such as a beam rifle, grenade launcher, shield, beam axes, and beam saber effect parts, which can be combined in various ways.
  • 🎭 The articulation of the model is commendable, with a wide range of movement in the backpack, head, torso, shoulders, and limbs, though some areas like the waist have limited movement due to the heavy backpack.
  • 🤹‍♂️ The model's size is noted to be quite large compared to most Master Grades, making it a significant presence on any shelf or display.
  • 🔄 A unique feature of the model is the ability to store the beam saber handles inside the forearm, which can be easily accessed using the saber effect bar.
  • 🛡️ The shield has a different connection piece included for an alternative mounting style on the arm, offering more display options.
  • 🚀 The bazooka attachment is a new feature in this version and can be attached to both the beam rifle and the shield, adding to the model's playability and display potential.
  • 💸 Despite being a decade old, the reviewer considers the kit's price justified due to its size, complexity, and the amount of detail and customization options included.

Q & A

  • What is the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version is a model kit that originally came out in 2009 as the Master Grade Birkhoff. The OVA version has some material changes, with parts of the ABS frame being changed to polystyrene plastic, and it includes a bazooka which the original version did not.

  • Why might someone prefer the OVA version over the original Master Grade Birkhoff?

    -The OVA version might be preferred because it includes additional features such as the bazooka and changes in material composition. It also comes with different decals, which can be appealing to collectors or builders who want a distinct look.

  • What is included in the box with the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The box includes a large sheet of foil stickers for gold lining, waterslide decals in chrome gold, marking stickers in white, yellow, and red, dry transfers, an action-based connector, and a 1/100 scale standing pilot figure.

  • What are some of the weapons and accessories included with the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The kit includes a beam rifle with clear green parts, a grenade launcher, a shield with stickers, beam axes with effect parts, beam saber effect parts, and a new bazooka exclusive to this version.

  • How can the weapons be customized or combined with the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The weapons can be mixed and matched, and they can be plugged onto the shield and rifle in various ways, providing numerous posing and weaponizing options for the model.

  • What is the significance of the foil stickers included with the kit?

    -The foil stickers are used for the gold lining details on the model. They provide a chrome gold finish that can be a viable alternative to painting or using waterslide decals for those details.

  • What is the articulation like for the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The model has a good range of articulation, including movement in the head, torso, shoulders, arms, legs, and waist. However, there are some limitations due to the heavy backpack and the design of the waist section.

  • What is the recommended way to purchase the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version?

    -The reviewer highly recommends purchasing the kit from a Gundam store, which offers a 10% discount using a provided coupon code and supports the review.

  • What are some of the model's limitations mentioned in the script?

    -Some limitations include the inability to slide the shield around on the arm like in the original version, a seam line on the back of the head, and the thruster on the fuel tanks. Also, the model has limited waist articulation due to the heavy backpack.

  • How does the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version compare in size to other Master Grade kits?

    -The Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version is described as a large Master Grade, taking up more shelf space compared to most other Master Grade kits.

  • What are some of the poseability options with the different weapon combinations?

    -Even with the heavier weapon combinations, the model can still achieve cool poses, although it may be limited by the weight of the weapons. The model can hold onto the weapons without dropping them, but may struggle with certain poses due to the weight.

Outlines

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🤖 Master Grade Birkhoff OVA Version Review

The script introduces a detailed review of the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA Version, a model kit from 2009 that still impresses with its design. The OVA version differs from the original by incorporating polystyrene plastic and including a bazooka not present in the initial release. The reviewer recommends purchasing this kit for its quality and inclusion of decals, suggesting buying from a Gundam store for a discount. The script mentions the kit's accessories, such as foil stickers for gold lining, waterslide decals, and various marking stickers, as well as the action-based connector and pilot figure. The review also highlights the ability to combine weapons and the overall value for money, urging enthusiasts to build this model at some point.

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🔧 Unboxing and Accessory Overview

This paragraph delves into the unboxing experience, showcasing the model kit's accessories. It describes the process of applying foil stickers for gold lining and the option to use waterslide decals for a more ambitious build. The script mentions the inclusion of marking stickers and dry transfers, providing a variety of decal options. The weapons are extensively detailed, with the beam rifle, grenade launcher, and shield being highlighted for their design and functionality. The paragraph also discusses the ability to combine these weapons in various ways, enhancing the model's display and posing options.

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🛠️ Articulation and Assembly Details

The script provides an in-depth look at the model's articulation, starting with the backpack's movement and detailing the head's extensive range of motion. It notes the cockpit hatch's opening mechanism and the torso's limited articulation due to the heavy backpack. The shoulder and arm movements are described, including the unique way the shield can be attached. The paragraph also covers the hand articulation, detailing the fingers' design and the beam saber handles' storage within the forearm. The lower body's articulation, including the skirt section and leg movement, is also discussed, emphasizing the model's posing capabilities.

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🏹 Poses and Weapon Combinations Showcase

The final paragraph focuses on the model's posing and weapon combination possibilities. It describes the challenges of holding heavier weapons due to their weight and the model's articulation limitations. The script suggests using stands or modifying the model for better posing with heavy weapon configurations. It wraps up by reiterating the reviewer's fondness for the kit, noting its impressive design and the value it offers despite its age. The review concludes with a size comparison to other Master Grade models and a reminder of the kit's comprehensive decal options, including waterslide decals, marking stickers, and dry transfers.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Master Grade

Master Grade is a term used in the realm of Gundam model kits, referring to a line of high-detail, larger-scale models that are known for their complexity and articulation. In the video, the Master Grade Birkhoff is discussed, indicating the model's high quality and the expectation of a detailed building experience.

💡OVA Version

OVA stands for Original Video Animation and in the context of this video, it refers to a special version of the Master Grade Birkhoff model kit that includes changes from the original release, such as different materials and additional accessories like the bazooka. The OVA version is often sought after for its unique features and improvements over the initial release.

💡Polystyrene Plastic

Polystyrene plastic is a material used in the construction of model kits, known for its durability and ease of molding. In the video, it is mentioned that the OVA version of the Birkhoff model kit has some parts made from polystyrene plastic instead of ABS frame, indicating a change in material composition for certain parts of the kit.

💡Bazooka

The bazooka is a type of weapon accessory included in the OVA version of the model kit, which was not present in the original release. It represents an additional feature that enhances the play value and display options for the model kit, allowing for more dynamic posing and customization.

💡Decals

Decals are adhesive stickers used to add markings and details to a model kit. The video mentions 'Burka decals' as a reason to consider the original version of the kit, suggesting that these are unique markings that can be applied to customize the appearance of the model.

💡Gundam Store

The Gundam Store is mentioned as a sponsor of the video and a recommended source for purchasing the model kit. It implies that the store is a specialized retailer for Gundam-related products, offering a curated selection of kits and accessories for enthusiasts.

💡Coupon Code

A coupon code is a promotional tool used by retailers to offer discounts to customers. In the video, a specific coupon code is provided for use on the Gundam Store's website, indicating a viewer benefit and a marketing strategy to encourage purchases from the store.

💡Articulation

Articulation refers to the range of motion and posability of a model kit. The video discusses the articulation of the Master Grade Birkhoff, highlighting the various points of movement such as the head, torso, arms, and legs, which contribute to the model's ability to be posed in different ways.

💡Waterslide Decals

Waterslide decals are a type of decal that requires water to be applied to the model surface before they adhere. They are known for their precision and are often used for intricate designs. The video mentions these decals as part of the kit's accessories, indicating a higher level of detail that can be achieved with their use.

💡Beam Rifle

The beam rifle is a weapon accessory for the model kit, described in the video as having a clear green piece and the ability to be held in the model's hand or combined with other accessories. It is an example of the kit's extensive weapon options and customization potential.

💡Action Base Connector

An action base connector is a part of a model kit that allows it to be attached to a display stand for added stability and posing options. The video mentions the inclusion of this connector, suggesting that the model kit is designed with dynamic display in mind.

Highlights

Review of the Master Grade Birkhoff OVA version, a kit that still impresses despite being 10 years old.

Comparison between the original and OVA versions, noting changes in material and inclusion of the bazooka in the OVA version.

Recommendation to purchase from Gundam Store for support and a 10% discount with a provided coupon code.

Inclusion of a large sheet of foil stickers for gold lining, providing a chrome effect without painting.

Availability of waterslide decals for a more ambitious detailing, despite potential application challenges.

A variety of decals including marking stickers and dry transfers, offering extensive customization options.

Introduction of the beam rifle with a clear green piece and its storage options within the model.

The grenade launcher's design and its compatibility with the shield and rifle for various weapon combinations.

The shield's design with stickers and its attachment options, including a new connector piece for a side mount.

Beam axes with extendable features and their combination for a double beam axes look with effect parts.

Beam saber effect parts with a unique design for a more interesting appearance compared to standard effects.

The bazooka's new inclusion in the OVA version, featuring movable handles and extendable features.

Articulation discussion, including the backpack's movement and connection stability.

Head articulation with an extendable range and clear green mono eye piece.

Torso and waist articulation limitations due to the heavy backpack design.

Shoulder and arm articulation, including the innovative way the shield can be connected.

Leg articulation with a good range of motion and detailed design under the skirt armor.

Size comparison highlighting the Master Grade Birkhoff as a large model in comparison to other Master Grades.

Various weapon combinations and their impact on posing options, despite some weight limitations.

Final thoughts on the kit's quality and recommendation for fans of the design, despite minor seam lines and detail concerns.

Transcripts

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hey what is going on guys today we're

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taking a look at the master raids two

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non-jew ova version and wow it's been a

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while since I've built this kit and it

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still looks so amazing this is such a

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nice looking kit

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I just tend to forget after you don't

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see it for a while but man I love this

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kit so this kid originally came out in

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2009 as the master grade Birkhoff later

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the OVA version basically just changed

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some of the material just some of the

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ABS frame got changed to just

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polystyrene plastic and also now the OVA

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version does also include the bazooka

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which the original version did not

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include in the box so if you really want

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to get this kit basically the only

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reason for getting the burka is if you

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really want the burqa decals but you can

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buy the birdcall decals separately if

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you can find them I think sometimes they

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can be a little bit hard to find but

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ultimately I think probably this is the

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best version of this kit to get though

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you can still get the perk call if you

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do really prefer that but anyway if you

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do want to get this kit I highly

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recommend you get it from us a Gundam

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store so thank you for their support and

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sponsoring this review you can get this

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kit and everything else there on their

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site with 10% off using coupon code

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there's a gorilla's 10 listed down there

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in the video description as well as the

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link to their site so check them out

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this kit yeah 10 years old now but man

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does it still hold up very nicely and

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the weapons accessories everything for

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this everything that you get in the box

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definitely make it well well worth the

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price this is one of those master grades

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that you definitely have to build at

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some point and I don't really ever say

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that very often but this is one that I

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definitely recommend that everyone

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should build at some point just because

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of how great it is and yeah well we'll

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get into it so let's just start off by

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just going through Evol the accessories

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and everything that we get included in

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the box here with this alright so first

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up this came with a big sheet of foil

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stickers for all the gold lining which I

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did use on here and I have to say does

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look really good I mean if you take the

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time to put it on nicely I mean if you

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didn't want to paint this or use the

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waterslide decal so we also have I'll

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show you in a minute then I think using

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the stickers for this is a very viable

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option I mean if you look really up

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close you can see our eye is just

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stickers you know but at a distance the

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stickers do look really nice and that

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gold chrome for those I think very

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convincing but if you are feeling a

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little bit more ambitious you do all

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of course have the waterslide decals

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here as well which are also in a really

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nice bright chrome gold although I don't

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know if I think you're probably infer

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would have a challenge using these I

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think probably ultimately what I would

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do is just do a reverse wash painting

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technique but I might give these a try

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anyway you also have a set of marking

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stickers I didn't use any of these this

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is just a bunch of different markings

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here in white yellow and red and we do

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also have a set of dry transfers as well

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so plenty of different decals that you

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can put on this in all sorts of shapes

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and sizes and of course we have an

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action-based connector for this and a

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standing pilot figure here 100 scale

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full-frontal

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and is just kind of standing pose

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alright then let's get into the weapons

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because we've got a lot to go over here

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so first we have the beam rifle which is

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very nice you have a clear green piece

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in there it's very light clear green and

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we actually have two of them one for

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like the secondary camera back there

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which can rotate out like that or you

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can rotate that in to line them up

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together otherwise this doesn't really

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do anything else doesn't plug on to the

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back of the suit anywhere or anything

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it's just meant to be held in hand but

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we can open up this for storage with

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some other combination with some other

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weapons which we'll get to in a moment

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first of which being the grenade

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launcher so you just kind of I guess

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that's actually upside down there we go

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so this can just be held in the hand as

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it is I'm not sure how well though I

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think it might be a little bit kind of

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wonky to get to actually hold on to that

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but we can applaud this up into here

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that will just plug on to the underside

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of there then you can close this back up

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there you go for the more bulk doubt

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beam rifle look with the grenade

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launcher attachment onto the bottom of

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that I love this and that's really in a

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really nice you can also attach that

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though on to the bottom of the shield or

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so here's the shield again with some

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more of those cool stickers on there

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again these lining bits you know it's

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not really all that difficult to get

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them put on there straight so again the

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stickers do look really nice if you just

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take your time with those the shield

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just very nice this will just attach

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onto the back of the arm unfortunately

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no way to kind of slide this around like

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with the size of you burqa it's like

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kind of on a track you can slide the

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shield around to the side of the arm you

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don't have that option with this one

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that is one of the things that I dislike

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about this kit unfortunately

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oh excuse me hey guys editing Zaku here

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and I realized something that I wanted

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to add into the video here so according

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to the manual you have this one left of

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our extra piece from the bazooka Runner

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and I didn't really think about it too

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much until I just kind of realized now

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that this is actually a different piece

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for the shield connector so you can use

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this to mount the shield not totally

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onto the side of the arm but more off to

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the side rather than just straight onto

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the back of the arm like with the

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regular shield connector so not really

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sure why it tells you not to use this

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part at all but you can definitely use

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that to connect the shield on to the

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side of the arm sort of so there you go

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you won't see like this at all for the

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rest of the review because everything

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else is already filmed but I just want

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to let you guys know that you do have

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that and so don't throw away that extra

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part if you do want to use this for the

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shield which you probably do but this

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arm attachment can be folded up and you

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can actually mount this onto a hook like

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up on like the shoulder armor which is

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kind of wonky it's really weird I'll

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show it to you guys any a little bit

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later but I've never really found it to

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be all really that useful but as I

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mentioned you can attach the grenade

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launcher here into the back of the

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shield we stink that up into there there

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you go that can be attached in there so

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you can shoot that out the shield

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instead then we have the beam axis so

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these are really nice these can just be

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handheld these actually do slide up like

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that as well for their extended form

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like that and so these can actually they

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have a different connectors there at the

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end they can be attached together to

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make it double beam acts like this and

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we've got some beautiful effect parts

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for these to short and to long beam

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effects parts again gonna be the same

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ones that are included with the subs

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beaver car and so you'd be familiar with

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these if you built that kit already of

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course there's the shorter blade and the

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longer more pointy blade and so the

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effect parts for these look fantastic

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these can also be stored into the back

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of the shield though we stick one on

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this side and other on opposite side

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like that there you go those can be

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plugged into the back of the shield like

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that and then of course you can use the

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effect parts with that as well

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like that for a really cool look again

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that's half and half of course if you

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wanted to make it symmetrical could use

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the same ones like that and now that's

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going to be very long

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not sure how well it's gonna be able to

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hold on to that because now it's of

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course getting very heavy with all this

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on there but can get heavier with our

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last accessories well not net last let's

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talk about these first so we have these

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effect parts as well these beam saber

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effect parts the beam saber handles are

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stored up inside the forearm I'll show

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you in a minute you can just pull those

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out and we've got these really nice

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beams every effect parts here also in

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clear yellow really love the effect on

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these rather than just like your

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standard beam saber effect parts these

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have a much more interesting look to

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them they look fantastic but then the

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last accessor here is of course the

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bazooka which is new to this version of

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the kit so here's the full extended form

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I guess I should say it like that

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it's really really cool the main handle

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can move forward and back like that and

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does also have a secondary handle up

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here which can move side to side like

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that and as you saw here it does also

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extend it but that's for attaching it

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onto some either the rifle or the back

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of the shields this also can be attached

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on to either one of those as well so the

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first thing to do that to remove this

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kind of array here on the top I'm gonna

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go back to the rifle here and fold out

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the secondary camera like that and also

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remove this and take the pieces that we

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took off the top of the bazooka remove

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this part here off the back real quick

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so the beam rifles scope on to the top

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of here there like that and then take

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this piece leave took off put it back

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onto there plug this back on to the top

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of the beam rifle and it's getting

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pretty bulked out now there on the top

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it's pretty loaded up with all that

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stuff on the top of there and then we're

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going to take the bazooka and plug this

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on to the bottom of here so you need to

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put this down to its fully closed up

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form like that and it just plugs on to

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the bottom in the same way that the

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grenade launcher did clip clip that all

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into place and there you go I love this

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as well it's SuperDuper heavy though so

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it's really not going to be able to hold

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this out because it's just too heavy but

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it looks fantastic if you can get it to

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hold it up then more power to you might

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have to use a secondary stand or

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something or you know glue or pin the

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arm in place to make it totally fixed

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pose but this weapon is just too awesome

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looking so if you had to the bazookas

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you have one attached onto here it could

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also attach it onto the back of the

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shield though so attached to the back of

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the shield we're going to take our out

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this handle and then we're gonna put

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this connect this

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back onto the back part of here plugs

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into place up inside there like that is

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gonna just plug straight on to the back

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of the shield here and then the beam

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axis will actually you can see will plug

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into these little bits here on the side

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like that and then keeps wanting to kind

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of extend out on its own there I want to

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forgive that but anyway here it is then

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attached onto the back of the shield so

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really cool so I mean the weapons

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themselves are all really cool just by

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themselves but the fact that you can mix

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and match them and plug them onto the

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shield and rifle all sorts of different

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ways is just really really cool just

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makes for a lot of different posting

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options and like weaponizing options you

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can do for the shinenju here there

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alright now that we're through all of

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that let's talk about some of the

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articulation I want to go over the

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backpack first because then I want to

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remove that before going over the rest

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of the articulation just so it's out of

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the way so first off the big thirst or

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pause here at the top can move

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side-to-side and also up and down so you

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have a pretty wide range of movement

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there for those they can also open up

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when you open up the top and bottom the

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middle part extends out so watch that

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carefully like that it's a little bit of

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movement but still pretty cool and

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especially if you've seen the OVA or the

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anime version where that does that in

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the anime it's cool field to recreate

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that with the model kit here so very

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nice and of course everything looks

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really good on that fuel tanks here are

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also on Baldwin sangkum you can sort of

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adjust the angle of those slightly but

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not really a whole lot of movement

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really with those that's pretty much it

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there for the backpack luckily it has a

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better connection than the Hg it just

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kind of slots down into there and it's

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pretty strong pretty secure connection

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for that so let's go to the head then

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head you can extend up all the way to

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there which is actually pretty nice to

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think really nice upward movement there

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you have a clear green part in there for

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the mono eye as well really hard to see

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up inside there although I will say I do

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wish that de volcans were in molded gray

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just if those were molded piece not

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really that hard to paint so I'm not

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really too worried about that but it

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just would've been nice if they were an

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actual separate part kind of like with

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the unicorn then the head will go all

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the way down to there so overall really

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nice it does have a little tiny bit of a

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seam line here in the back of a head

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under like the main top part under his

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hat a little bit of seam line right down

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the middle of the back of there

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it's pretty negligible here for the

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cockpit hatch that can't open up you

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open up this top bar here first this

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second part here that also opens up like

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that and then the lower part opens down

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you can see our seated pilot figure of

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full-frontal is up inside of there but

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it's not really going to be all that

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easy to see I suppose it'll just close

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that back up as for the articulation of

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the torso you got a little bit to the

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back and maybe just a tiny bit of port

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and back movement there side to side

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movement also not really gonna be all

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that existent and then also rotation we

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have a little bit here

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side to side not really a whole lot so

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towards articulation not really all that

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much but again it's got a heavy backpack

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so having lower articulation there in

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the waist could have been an issue with

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that

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as for the shoulders those will extend

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out to the front all the way to there so

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not too bad shoulder armor can move up

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by itself to about therefore I'm

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noticing the parts kind of sort of

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coming apart a little bit like that and

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then of course this part here does also

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move separately on its own there and

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here is where that part will extend out

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for connecting the shield this little

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part here pops out like that and then it

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hangs down and the shield can hang on

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that and yeah I've just never really

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found it all that practical it really

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but it's I guess it's there anyway I

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suppose so then the arm can go up all

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the way to there which is more than 90

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degrees so not too bad upward movement

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there for that otherwise the arm will

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just work pretty and normally here this

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rotation there at the top and then a

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double joint there at the elbow to give

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you a nice full Bend there like that the

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wrist is on a ball jump then also does

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have a hinge so you can move that

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forward and back a little bit as well

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the thumb is one piece just on a ball

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joint but the fingers are two pieces

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each well that's it's one in three

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fingers so you're the first finger then

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the second third and fourth finger joint

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you can slice those apart if you want

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each finger has a single joint they're

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in the middle of them so they're kind of

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not the fully articulated fingers but

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like the mostly articulated fingers I

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think is pretty good pretty well enough

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and the back of the arm does also open

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up the front part kind of bends forward

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a little bit in the back part can be

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extended out like that and there's where

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you got your beam saber handles up

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inside there so good easy ways to take

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them out is just by using

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Sabre effect bar and I'm gonna push that

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out the back like that and you've got

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your beam saber handle there or if you

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put the beam saber effect part in there

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you can stick that up inside the arm

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like that for some beam tonfa action so

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that's pretty cool down here in the

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skirt section obviously going to be a

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little bit limited by the tubing parts

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here the hoses around the waist section

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are going to be kind of getting the way

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a little bit but you can move the front

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skirts up to about there which is not

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too bad but it's gonna be a little bit

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limiting the side skirts as well we'll

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move up to there so I'm not bad at all

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for those back here at the back skirts

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those will move separately have some

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nice color separation with a little bits

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of grey poking out around in different

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sections on there up underneath the

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skirt section as well also got a lot of

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really nice detail up underneath there

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and up right at the front skirt as well

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but it's gonna be kind of hard to see

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but you do it's a nice detail up

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underneath the skirting armor which is

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always nice hip joint is not on a track

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or anything so that doesn't move so just

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got some rotation here at the top you

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can bring the leg out to the side nice

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and far no problems with that but

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forward to about 290 degrees looks like

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it's probably gonna be about the limit

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of that where this the front skirts

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gonna be getting the way ask for our

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knee bend here with this nice knee bend

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with some separation of this kind of two

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parts of the knee armor there the outer

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red part and the inner decorative parts

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there for the knee both separating

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giving you a really nice full Bend there

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at the knee very nice close that back up

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this part here on the side of the leg

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can be kind of extended out a little bit

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aways from there and you can rotate that

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forward and back up and down and kind of

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move that all around basically just

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gonna be kind of stuck on to the side of

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the leg as best you can for most of the

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time this little piece here on the front

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above the ankle does move up and down a

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little bit like that here on the back

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this part does also move up and down

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like that the secondary partners also

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move up and down like that for opening

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that up and then for the ankles you can

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get a pretty good side-to-side movement

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there with those I love the kind of

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design of these sort of like slimmed it

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down Osby feet very very nice for the

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design of these the little toe band

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there and just a little bit and then the

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whole front half the book can also bend

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up a little bit like that but not down

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so you're only gonna be gonna be able to

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put the point the toe down a little bit

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but you can bring the whole foot down

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all the way to there so that's really

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nice

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or that's up underneath the feet got

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some nice detail up on her there as well

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and then I just also want to show you

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guys a quick size comparison here cause

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addition under is a very big boy it's

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going to be a very large master grade

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compared to most master grades and so

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yeah it's gonna be taking up a lot of

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shelf space alright so obviously it was

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so many different weapons combinations

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there's going to be a lot of imposing

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options I'll just go through some of

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them now to wrap up the review but I

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wanted to start off with some of the

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heaviest options here with a bazooka

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mounted onto the beam rifle and the long

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a huge effect parts mounted onto the

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shield ya can hold on to the big giant

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rifle and bazooka that's not gonna be

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able to hold it up straight by any means

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I've tried it it's just not gonna work

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so but it can actually it can hold on to

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it without dropping it so the hand is at

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least strong enough to at least hang on

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to that it's just going to be is you're

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gonna have a hard time actually having

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it like up in a sort of firing pose but

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either way it does still look awesome

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even though it's not firing it even if

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it's just hanging on to it it still

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looks really good be among all the

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different weapons combinations even if

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you are using some of the heavier ones

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you can still do some cool poses with

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those even though you're going to be a

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little bit limited by them but you do

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have a lot of different options to work

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with so you you have a lot to choose

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from anyway maybe you guys couldn't tell

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I really really like this kit there was

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very little to complain about it aside

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from the way the weapons there's the c1

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on the back of the head a little tiny

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seam line there's the seam line on the

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thruster on the fuel tanks on the back

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and do wish that the little very little

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grey vents a little square vents at the

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end of the fuel tanks if that was a

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separate piece I feel like if this kit

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was made today then that would be a

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separate piece otherwise you just have

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to mask those while you're painting the

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fuel tanks not really a big deal but

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it's just one small little thing while

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this building I was just reminded like

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oh yeah that's like not a separate part

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that's that's too bad but otherwise yeah

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the kit is is great it still it looks

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fantastic despite it may have a little

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bit of trouble doing some certain poses

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I think whatever pose you put it in

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whatever good pose you're able to get it

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in its gonna look fantastic and it may

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be a little bit expensive but it's very

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large and a really complex and really

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nicely put together kits so I think

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totally justified in the price you get a

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lot of different weapon options and

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everything in

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I get a lot of sticker decal options as

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well the fact that it comes with any

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waterslides at all is a blessing and

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that would just with standard release

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master grades if it's not a ver Cod then

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normally it doesn't come with any water

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sides at all so it's nice to get some

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water side decals in there for the

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lining the stickers do look pretty good

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though if you want to use those

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otherwise and then you have the regular

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marking stickers and dry transfers as

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well so a lot of different decal options

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for this to dress it up even better some

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people might think that it's a little

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bit low on surface detail and I could

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sort of understand that yet could have a

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little bit more in the way of surface

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detail in some areas but not really a

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big thing for me I like the look of this

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just as it is but of course you could

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dress it up adding some more detail on

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to that if you wanted if you're so

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inclined

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but I would say as it is even ten years

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later this is still the best version of

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the Chinon juice so if you are a fan of

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the design then definitely pick up the K

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at some point and so that is it for the

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review guys again thank you to us at

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Gundam store for their support thank you

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all for watching if you have further

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questions or comments of course as

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always feel free to leave those down

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below in the comment section and I'll

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see you guys next time have a go on back

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