Update! Summary of new and re-release plastic models to be released in July 2023! Many notable new releases including "Mercury Witch" Gundam Caliburn, MODEROID Raideen, etc!

Popular plastic models released in July

HG 1/144 Gundam Caliburn

• Release Date: July 15
• Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

The main character of the final stage of the anime "Mobile Suit Gundam: Witch of Mercury", whose information was released immediately after the final episode was broadcast, has already been commercialized! In-mold molding reproduces the iridescent glow of the chest shell unit and antenna. The main weapon, a long, portable, variable rod rifle, is included, as well as the white Escacian that appeared in the final episode of the series. A pedestal for displaying the main body is also included, which is a nice touch. The Gambit can be displayed in combination with the Mercury Witch Weapon Display Base (sold separately) set of 2.

HG 1/144 Gundam Schwarzette

Release Date: July 8, 2012

Price: 2,090 yen (tax included)

Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

From the latest in the Gundam series, "Mobile Suit Gundam: Witch of Mercury", Lauda's "Gundam Schwarzette" has been sculpted into a HG figure! Equipped with a large backpack on the back of the fuselage. Includes a multi-purpose offensive and defensive platform guardian that can reproduce a variety of forms. Can be attached to the back of the fuselage. Ball joints in the neck and waist can be tilted forward and backward in a structure with space!

HG Ryujin Maru

• Release Date: July 15
• ・Price: 2,860 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Bandai Spirits

From "Wataru: The Legend of Heroic Gods" comes a HG figure of Ryujinmaru, the guardian god of Mount Soukai and the spirit of the Golden Dragon! Movable gimmick is condensed in various parts of the body of proportions faithful to the original image. The built-in movable axes and joint pull-out gimmicks allow you to recreate impressive scenes from the play, such as the pose with the climbing dragon sword. The coloring of the figure is seal-less. The dragon pattern on the shoulder armor is also expressed by parting the parts.

20 Mechatrowego No.06 Everyday Life Collaboration `Worm` + Shinonome Na

• Release date: Around July 29
• ・Price: 5,060 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa

From an illustration by Keiichi Arai, Nano Shinonome will be sculpted into a 1/20th scale figure (resin kit)! （The 1/20 scale Mechatrowego "Worm" (plastic model) also in 1/20 scale comes with original marking decals newly drawn by ARAI Keiichi.
Adhesive is required to assemble the figure.

VF-19EF/A Isamu Special `Macross F

• Release date: Around July 22
• ・Price: 4,620 yen (tax included)
• Scale: 1/72
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa

The kit of the Isamu Special, which was deployed in the battle at the main planet of Vajra, the climax of the movie "Macross F Sayonara no Tsubasa," will be re-released. This aircraft was obtained by Isamu, who joined the S.M.S., with the cooperation of Jan of the New Industry, and VF-25 super parts were converted to the main wings. The kit is equipped with additional special parts and super packs for the legs and shoulders. In addition, by incorporating special attachment parts to the VF-25 super parts, it is possible to attach them to the main wings.

MODEROID Rewrite Collection SERIES:1 Zephyr & Magidora

• Release date: Scheduled to be released in July
• Price: 5,900 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Good Smile Company

From the anime "Haou Daikei Ryuunite" comes a plastic model set of two figures, the knight Ryu "Ryuunite Zephyr" and the wizard Ryu "RyuMage Magidora" as the first in the series! Zephyr comes with the Sword of High Flight and the Shield of Flame Heat, and the sword can be stored inside the shield. Majidora can be equipped with a staff of runes and a crystal ball, and comes with two types of waist parts (TV version and OVA version type), which can be selected and attached. In addition, one each of the "Mistrot" items for summoning Liew are included! The kit itself uses some clear parts. The kit is made of clear parts, and can be assembled with various colors, pre-colored parts, and stickers to reproduce the coloring close to the image in the movie.

MODEROID Raideen

• ・Release date: July release
• ・Price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
• Manufacturer: Good Smile Company

From the anime "Raideen the Brave" comes a plastic model of Raideen! Includes parts to recreate God Gogan, God Block, and God Breaker. The transformation to God Bird can be done with dedicated parts, beautifully recreating the pre- and post-transformation styles. Includes two facial parts: a normal face and a shouting face. Each color scheme and pre-colored parts allow you to recreate a color scheme close to your image simply by assembling the figure.

Galian

• Release date: Late June
• Price: 6,380 yen (including tax)
• ・Manufacturer：WAVE

From the 1984 anime "Galian of the Armored World," which was highly popular for its unique world view of science fiction and medieval fantasy, the main character robot "Galian" is now available as a 1/72 plastic kit in big scale. The kit has been jointly developed by the Korean hobby manufacturer Academy and Wave.

Engage SR3 Late Type (First Production Edition)

• ・Release date: July release
• ・Price: 8,580 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Our Treasure

Based on the 1/100 resin kit model prototyped by Syujyu, one of the most talented FSS modelers, this 1/144 scale plastic model kit is designed by top-notch designer Hiroyuki Motoki for use as an injection kit. The model was designed for injection kits by top-notch designer, Hiroyuki Motoki. The model faithfully reproduces the flowing form of the figure, transcending the limitations and common sense of injection kits due to the molds and materials used. Exclusive marking decals are included. The first production version also comes with left and right hand parts made of PVC and left and right sole parts made of die-cast. Adhesive used (please purchase separately).

Cyclone 50th Anniversary Package Version)

• ∙ Release date: July 19
• ・Price: 6,600 yen (tax included)
• ・Manufacturer: Fujimi Models

The 50th anniversary of Masked Rider. That masterpiece kit is now available in a limited package edition. This plastic model kit approaches the Rider machine as a scale model. The distinctive cowl shape and internal mechanisms are thoroughly reproduced based on the data. Plating and pipe tubes are used in key areas to achieve the texture of the actual model. Decals are included to reproduce the colorful line markings.

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