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I like balls.
Specifically, pink ones named Kirby. There's just something refreshing about playing a game that is aimed at younger children with an ultra simplistic design, with a main character that is probably the most overpowered being in the entire Nintendo universe and is capable of devouring the souls of the damned as an energy source.
One of releases on the 3DS was the excellent Robobot game where the main gimmick was that Kirby would jump into a mech suit from time to time and wreck havoc on his enemies. The suit could take on different forms dependent on situation, with my favourite being the jet form.
Well, Good Smile Company announced they were going to release a Robobot suit to go along with the Kirby already out. it was no jet, but it certainly looked neat in the previews, so I figured why the hell not. And, as every good hoarder knows, I went for the deluxe set because it was marginally more expensive but came with a full size Nendoroid Kirby for display with the suit along with the exclusive flight cap piece - I don't think the expression is exclusive to this set.
While the Kirby is fully functional with magnetic arms and legs, it obviously doesn't have all the bells and whistles the full release does.
After about 9 months or so of waiting, my order finally arrived, personally couriered by the vendor no less, and I was able to sit down and crack it open.
I gotta say, she is a beaut.
First off, lets talk the box. Unlike the typical Nendoroid releases, this is under the Nendoroid More series. Secondly, you'll notice there is no window on this box. I don't think this was a cost thing, but rather they opted for a full box so you could get that kick ass artwork to tempt you on the shelf.
You don't really get a sense of how gigantic this figure is until you open the box. I mean, yes, you know because of how big the box is, but what's impressive is how much of the box is filled by this thing. There really isn't a whole lot of empty space. The suit is also made to scale with the Nendoroid and dwarfs Kirby.
Robobattle Armour, I dub thee the Broly of all Nendoroid releases.
While I generally like my figures detailed, when the design is simple I like the figure to reflect that as well. Clearly the armour isn't Gundam levels of details. It's a rotund cheery pink suit with few mechanical details and I think GSC did a fantastic job at bringing the suit into the real world. All the paint apps are very well done, being crisp and clean. Use of metallic colours on the exhaust and drill bits on the shoulders was nice. We even get to take a peek at the inside of the cockpit, which I don't think was ever shown in game (maybe there was some Nintendo concept art?).
Being what it is, the suit isn't exactly what I would call capable of my articulation - it really has pretty much basic articulation, and can't actually stand without the base supporting it. It should be noted that the wrist do move (not the fingers) as do the bronze exhaust pipes on the back. Joints are all friction type which I can see becoming weakened overtime if you overexert them, particularly the ones for the shoulders.
Now, while the suit is cute to look at, where it shines is when you combine it with the actual Kirby itself. This not only gives the poor thing a head, but also the suit is actually more reflective of what it is, not a standalone suit, but an extension of Kirby himself. It's honestly amazing how many posing options are opened up by simply adding on an articulated head, even if the body stays the same.
I think as far as a Kirby fan goes, getting this set is a no brainer. Should you get the deluxe set? In my case, it was an extra $20, and while consolidating to save space would have been a good idea, I worship at the feet of Kirby so MOAR, MOAR, MOAR!
The suit by itself is pretty good, but really isn't a particularly exciting to display on its own, not like the upcoming Rabbit Suit from Mega Man X. This thing was clearly meant for use with Kirby.
So.. what are you waiting for? BUY! BUY! BUY!
DSC_7609
I like balls.
Specifically, pink ones named Kirby. There's just something refreshing about playing a game that is aimed at younger children with an ultra simplistic design, with a main character that is probably the most overpowered being in the entire Nintendo universe and is capable of devouring the souls of the damned as an energy source.
One of releases on the 3DS was the excellent Robobot game where the main gimmick was that Kirby would jump into a mech suit from time to time and wreck havoc on his enemies. The suit could take on different forms dependent on situation, with my favourite being the jet form.
Well, Good Smile Company announced they were going to release a Robobot suit to go along with the Kirby already out. it was no jet, but it certainly looked neat in the previews, so I figured why the hell not. And, as every good hoarder knows, I went for the deluxe set because it was marginally more expensive but came with a full size Nendoroid Kirby for display with the suit along with the exclusive flight cap piece - I don't think the expression is exclusive to this set.
While the Kirby is fully functional with magnetic arms and legs, it obviously doesn't have all the bells and whistles the full release does.
After about 9 months or so of waiting, my order finally arrived, personally couriered by the vendor no less, and I was able to sit down and crack it open.
I gotta say, she is a beaut.
First off, lets talk the box. Unlike the typical Nendoroid releases, this is under the Nendoroid More series. Secondly, you'll notice there is no window on this box. I don't think this was a cost thing, but rather they opted for a full box so you could get that kick ass artwork to tempt you on the shelf.
You don't really get a sense of how gigantic this figure is until you open the box. I mean, yes, you know because of how big the box is, but what's impressive is how much of the box is filled by this thing. There really isn't a whole lot of empty space. The suit is also made to scale with the Nendoroid and dwarfs Kirby.
Robobattle Armour, I dub thee the Broly of all Nendoroid releases.
While I generally like my figures detailed, when the design is simple I like the figure to reflect that as well. Clearly the armour isn't Gundam levels of details. It's a rotund cheery pink suit with few mechanical details and I think GSC did a fantastic job at bringing the suit into the real world. All the paint apps are very well done, being crisp and clean. Use of metallic colours on the exhaust and drill bits on the shoulders was nice. We even get to take a peek at the inside of the cockpit, which I don't think was ever shown in game (maybe there was some Nintendo concept art?).
Being what it is, the suit isn't exactly what I would call capable of my articulation - it really has pretty much basic articulation, and can't actually stand without the base supporting it. It should be noted that the wrist do move (not the fingers) as do the bronze exhaust pipes on the back. Joints are all friction type which I can see becoming weakened overtime if you overexert them, particularly the ones for the shoulders.
Now, while the suit is cute to look at, where it shines is when you combine it with the actual Kirby itself. This not only gives the poor thing a head, but also the suit is actually more reflective of what it is, not a standalone suit, but an extension of Kirby himself. It's honestly amazing how many posing options are opened up by simply adding on an articulated head, even if the body stays the same.
I think as far as a Kirby fan goes, getting this set is a no brainer. Should you get the deluxe set? In my case, it was an extra $20, and while consolidating to save space would have been a good idea, I worship at the feet of Kirby so MOAR, MOAR, MOAR!
The suit by itself is pretty good, but really isn't a particularly exciting to display on its own, not like the upcoming Rabbit Suit from Mega Man X. This thing was clearly meant for use with Kirby.
So.. what are you waiting for? BUY! BUY! BUY!