10 new & re-released plastic models to be released in January 2023! Akiba Research Institute selects the hottest plastic models, including the "Witch of Mercury" Gunpla!

Popular plastic models released in January

Mercury Witch Weapon Display Base

• Release Date: January 14
• ・Price: 550 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

A general-purpose pedestal that can display the Gambit used in the "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch of Mercury" play is being commercialized! All parts are made of clear parts. Six pillars are included. Joint parts that can be connected to the action base (sold separately) are also included, and by using two sets, it is possible to display the Gambit, which is made up of 11 parts from the "HG 1/144 Gundam Aerial" (sold separately), all in its deployed state.

HG 1/144 Mirasoul Flight Unit Equipped

• Release date: January 14
• ・Price: 880 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

In the "Mobile Suit Gundam: Witch of Mercury" movie, the Gundam Aerial is equipped with a flight unit made by Mira Soul!The arm extending from the backpack is connected to both the tip and base with ball joints. The flight unit is flexible and movable from left to right.A flat hand with an expression is also included, which can be used with the "HG 1/144 Gundam Aerial" (sold separately).Inside the unit, the beam saber grip of the "HG 1/144 Gundam Aerial" (sold separately) can be attached.

HG 1/144 Begirpende

• Release Date: January 14
• Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

The successor to the "Begilpende" that was deployed in the duel against the Earth dormitory in the latter half of the first season of "Mobile Suit Gundam: Witch of Mercury. Many of you may have been impressed by its performance in the battle against terrorists in episode 12 as well. It is equipped with a large weapon and a shield with a distinctive cross-shaped silhouette, and inside the shield is a beam saber storage and removal gimmick.

HG 1/144 Michaelis

• Release Date: January 14
• ・Price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

The MS piloted by Shadik Zeneli in the first season of "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch of Mercury" comes with a large deployable arm on the right arm and a small shield on the left arm. Clear molded beam parts can be attached to both the left and right arms.

MGSD Freedom Gundam

• Release date: January 21
• ・Price: 4,290 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

From the SD high-end brand "MGSD" comes a new dimension of Freedom Gundam, packed with the highest mobility and gimmick performance in the history of the SD series, as well as overwhelming detail expression! Measuring approximately 115mm in height, many parts of the internal frame are equipped with movable gimmicks to allow for smooth movement. The new "Real Metallic Gloss Injection" technology has been adopted in various parts to achieve a metallic look. The clear parts inside the wing binders are equipped with the new "Reflection Cut" reflection mechanism.

HG 1/100 YF-19

• Release date: January 28
• ・Price: 4,180 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

In conjunction with the 40th anniversary of the "Macross" anime, a new BANDAI SPIRITS "Macross" plastic model series has begun in HG form! The first model is "YF-19"! The first model is the "YF-19", featuring the new "Shortcut Change" system, which was created after re-examining the "transformation", "form", and "movement" of the model. The new transformation mechanism incorporates part replacements to simplify the transformation sequence. The figure can easily transform into a Battroid, Gawk, or Fighter. Polarized molding" is used for the canopy. In addition to enjoying the coloring that changes depending on the way the light hits it, effect parts for reproducing the "Pinpoint Barrier Punch" are included. The canopy is also provided with Namer stickers, which are extremely thin but provide excellent concealment, allowing for vivid color reproduction even over the dark molded parts.

MODEROID Sol Sigma Gravion

• Release date: January 12
• Price: 7,500 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Good Smile Company

From the anime "Choujujin Gravion Zwei" comes a plastic model of the "Sol Σ (Sigma) Gravion"! The model reproduces the combined action of Gran Σ and four Sol Gran Divas (Geo Mirage, Geo Javelin, Geo Caliber, and Geo Stinger) by replacing some of the parts. The core of the Gran Sigma is fully movable and can be combined and transformed at the same time. In addition, the four Sol Grandeiva can also reproduce the G-Gladius form by using the dedicated pedestal parts. In addition, by combining the dedicated parts with the Gran Kaiser included in the "MODEROID God Gravion" (sold separately), it is possible to recreate the "Sol Gravion," the combined deity of the Flame Emperors.

MODEROID 《Horse God of the Ashes》 Valimar

• Release date: January 18
• Price: 6,500 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Good Smile Company

From the popular RPG "The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Genesis" comes the first plastic model of Valimar, the mechanical doll known as the "Ash God of War", one of the seven Gods of War! The figure is approximately 165mm in height (top of head) with articulation in all parts. Interchangeable wrists and a sword made of Zemlya Stone are included to recreate various actions from the game. The sharply sculpted figure and detailed carvings on the armor of each part, as well as the multiple molded colors and partially pre-colored parts, make it possible to create a figure close to the one in the game just by assembling it.

Transformers: Bumblebee" Optimus Prime

• ・Release date: Scheduled for Jan.
• ・Price: 46,200 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Doyusha

From the Transformers spin-off movie "Transformers/Bumblebee" comes the Autobot commander "Optimus Prime"! The assembled weapons include a laser rifle and an energy axe each. Movable joint parts allow you to recreate various action poses in great detail. No glue required.

VF-1J Super GAWK Valkyrie `Max/Miria

• ・Release Date: Scheduled for January 26 (re-release)
• Price: 3,168 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa

Kit of the VF-1J Super Valkyrie in GAWK form, which was used in the TV version of "The Super Dimension Fortress Macross" in episodes 27 "Love Flows" and 30 "Viva Maria", with Max and Milia aboard! Super parts for each part are set with parts for the Batroid. Decals are selectable between Max and Milia models. Includes a pilot figure of the TV version of the seated posture and a stand that can be easily displayed in a hovering state. The package illustration is in charge of Mr. Hideki Tenjin.