The finest and newest items, including DRIGSTRIKE Gundam, are gathered at "METAL BUILD ∞ -METAL BUILD INFINITY! Report on "METAL BUILD ∞ -METAL BUILD INFINITY-"!

METAL BUILD" is Bandai's ultimate finished toy brand that combines the "quality of chogokin" and "design arrangement for each work" through the hands of various creators. METAL BUILD ∞ -METAL BUILD Infinity-", the ultimate festival featuring all of these items, was held at Bellesalle Akihabara in Tokyo for two days on June 22 and 23, 2019.

In addition to exhibits of "METAL BUILD" products that have been released to date, this event also included an exhibit that showed the production process of how "METAL BUILD" products are designed and assembled, and other projects that allowed visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the series.

Of course, there were also a number of items scheduled for release in the future, as well as new items that were unveiled for the first time at the event! Many hobby fans came to the event and were fascinated by the quality of the exhibits.

In this issue, we will take a look at all the new items on display at "METAL BUILD ∞ - Metal Build Infinity"! All of them are attractive items that make you want to snap them up. ......

So, let's take a look!

Strike Gundam

Strike Gundam, a commemorative item that was available for pre-order. At the event, pre-orders were also being handed out to those who pre-ordered. General sales are scheduled for January 2020.

Variations were also on display, including a "Dreig Strike Gundam" equipped with the "Carretwulf Option Set" and "Flight Unit Option Set (Alternative Strike Ver.)". It's huge! It looks strong!

Astray Red Frame & Blue Frame

The Astray Red Frame, which is extremely popular not only in Japan but also in the Asian region, will be on display for reference, as well as many variations equipped with the "Carretwulf Option Set" and "Flight Unit Option Set (Alternative Strike Ver.)" and other items.

Avalung Dash" OP set for Gundam Astraeus

The "Avalung Dash OP Set for Gundam Astraea" was exhibited for the first time! The silhouette, which is too huge, is very powerful! It was displayed side by side with the previously released "Gundam Astraea Type-F 'Avalung Dash' OP Set," giving it a tremendous presence.

Crossbone Gundam X2

The "Crossbone Gundam X2," scheduled for release in November, as well as the previously released "X1" and "Gundam F91 [Harrison Madin aircraft]" were on display. The distinctive armaments, such as the buster launcher and shot lancer, have also been fully reproduced!

Evangelion First & Second Planes

The Evangelion Hatsugen released in February of this year and the Evangelion Nigata Kiki scheduled for release in November will be on display.

They are displayed in a variety of poses and equipment, which will help you imagine what they will look like when on display!

Levatein Ver.IV & XL-3 Emergency Deployment Booster for Levatein OP Set

From "Full Metal Panic: Invisible Victory," Levatein and an option set are on display for the first time! The military taste modeling is irresistible!

Arbalest Ver.IV & XL-2 Emergency Deployment Booster for Arbalest OP Set

Also from "Full Metal Panic: Invisible Victory", Arbalest and its option set. The details reminiscent of aircraft are impressive.

In addition, although photography was prohibited, GN Arms from "Gundam 00" and Freedom Gundam COCEPT2 from "Gundam SEED" were also on display, making the event even more exciting for future developments.