Bandai Reveals New Gundam: IBO FULL MECHANICS Graze Ein Gunpla Kit
Bandai has revealed a new Gunpla model kit based on a popular mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans.
The “FULL MECHANICS 1/100 Graze Ein” recreates the terrifying and massive mobile suit piloted by Ein Dalton after his integration into the machine.
Full Mechanics models offer builders a highly detailed 1/100 scale experience that emphasizes mechanical aesthetics and large-scale presence without the full complexity of a Master Grade inner frame.
These kits typically stand approximately 18 cm or more in height and provide a substantial centerpiece for any collection.
Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans follows the struggle of Tekkadan as they fight for Martian independence in a world where mobile suits utilize the Alaya-Vijnana system to directly interface with a pilot’s nervous system.
The Graze Ein mobile suit represents the pinnacle of this technology, where the pilot is surgically and permanently bonded to the mechanical frame to achieve superhuman reaction times.
This release incorporates newly molded parts to capture the specialized close-quarters combat capabilities and the uniquely elongated proportions of the mobile suit.
Builders will be able to pose the kit wielding its signature dedicated large axes which are designed to crush enemy armor through sheer force.
The engineering of the kit focuses on achieving the aggressive and animalistic stances seen during the defense of Edmonton in the first season finale.
This reveal was part of a larger announcement at the 64th Shizuoka Hobby Show featuring seven additional kits from series like After War Gundam X, Mobile Fighter G Gundam, and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM:
- “HG 1/144 Gundam Virsago”
This model from After War Gundam X includes articulated arm extensions and a deployable belly cannon for its signature attacks.
- “HG 1/144 Gundam Ashtaron”
This companion unit from After War Gundam X features the massive Atomic Scissors, which can be posed to capture enemy kits.
- “MG 1/100 Gundam Liberty Astray Red Frame”
This Master Grade release introduces a brand-new iteration of the Red Frame as featured in the SEED FREEDOM ASTRAY manga.
- “HG 1/144 Gundam Spiegel”
Fans of G Gundam will appreciate this modern High Grade update to the ninja-inspired mobile fighter representing Neo Germany.
- “HG 1/144 Gyan (Hakuji Equipment)”
This version features the mobile suit in its standard unit colors and will be distributed via a specialized lottery system on the official store.
- “HG 1/144 Z’Gok (SEED FREEDOM Ver.) [Clear Color]” (Gundam Base Exclusive) (Gundam Base Exclusive)
The model uses transparent armor parts to highlight the internal structure of the suit featured in the SEED FREEDOM film.
- “MG 1/100 Gundam Kyrios (Trans-Am Mode) [Metallic Gloss Injection]” (Gundam Base Exclusive)
This release uses a shimmering finish to replicate the high-energy Trans-Am state of the transforming suit from Mobile Suit Gundam 00.
Pre-orders for the “HG 1/144 Gyan (Hakuji Equipment)” are set to open on May 15 via Premium Bandai.
Pre-order dates for all other revealed Gunpla kits are yet to be confirmed and prices and shipping dates for all kits, including the Gyan, have not been announced at the time of writing.
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