Hobby Talk: Model Kit Review, RG MSM-07S Char's Z'Gok

Kit Details
Gundam: Z'Gok
Code:  MSM-07S
Series: Mobile Suit Gundam
Pilot: Char Aznable
Faction: Principality of Zeon
Weapons: 240mm Missile Launcher, Mega Particle Cannon, Iron Nails
Release: July 2014
Price: 2500 yen

Build / Difficulty
(Score: +1)
Good: Easiest RG to build.  Lots of details to work on.  No extra small parts.  Painting possibilities are plentiful for those with itchy fingers,
Bad: Probably too fat?
Difficulty: Medium
Panel Line: Minimal
Decals: Average.  Stickers.

Looks / Details
(Score: +1)
Good: Multiple shades of red and pink looks very good!  Very detailed fit for an RG.
Bad: Default colors might be too plain.  A few color separation are quite hard to tell apart.  Lots of area can be touched up to make this kit looks even better.

Accessories
(Score: +1)
You get: A selection of 3 claws or 4 claws.  The fans under the foot and in the backpack is pretty neat too.

 

Articulation / Pose ability
(Score: Neutral)
Good: Being a balanced kit, lots of great poses are possible.
Bad: Inner frame has lots of gimmicks like bending upper arms and thighs.  However, it's barely noticeable in real life.  Elbows and knees doesn't do 180 degree but I don't think it's necessary for this fat boy.

Shelf presence
(Score: +2)
Good: It's red and it's the bulkiest RG kit.  Very visible on your shelf.  Pulls some great poses too.
Bad: Not much play-ability due to lack of weapons and accessories.

Bonus
(Score: +1)
Bonus 1: Lots of detailing possibilities.  I spray painted and detailed most of my kit.

Summary and Rating
(Total Score: +6)
X Avoid
X Consider
O Shortlist
X Buy

If you never build an RG before, this kit is a good place to start.  Build is not too difficult. parts are not too small, lots of detailing and customization possibilities, and has RG great looks.  Shortlist this for your next build.

Variants
The only Z'Gok in RG range.

Dalong's Review

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