ROBOT SPIRITS <SIDE MS> MS-18E Kämpfer ver. A.N.I.M.E. In-Depth Review | Recreating one of the series' most impressive mobile weaponry.

The MS-18E Kämpfer ver. ANIME is one of the most popular figures in the ROBOT SPIRITS series . This highly anticipated item is a three-dimensional representation of the Principality of Zeon's assault mobile suit from the OVA "Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket," faithfully recreated according to the anime's design. This article will provide a thorough explanation of the Kämpfer's sculpting, articulation, options, and special effects gimmicks, highlighting its appeal and unique features within the series.

What is Kämpfer ver. ANIME?

This item was developed with the concept of "achieving both accuracy to the on-screen appearance and articulation," which is unique to the "ANIME" (Action New Imagination Memory Emotion) series . The MS-18E Kämpfer is highly popular among fans, and its appeal lies in its smart silhouette befitting a weapons-specialized unit and its ability to display heavy armament.

• Appears in: Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket

• Scale: Total height approximately 125mm

• Materials: ABS, PVC, die-cast

• Distributed by: BANDAI SPIRITS / TAMASHII NATIONS

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The level of perfection in sculpting and painting.

The anime version boasts a well-defined proportion that faithfully reproduces the image from the original design drawings. The following points are particularly noteworthy:

• The anime-style matte molded color faithfully reproduces the "texture seen in the show."

• The increased size of the fuselage and thrusters emphasizes the sense of weight.

• Realistic thruster placement with asymmetrical leg thruster units.

The detailed panel lines and joint designs maintain an anime-like aesthetic without compromising the mechanical feel, resulting in a level of finish that doesn't feel like a toy at all.

Abundant weapon sets and movable gimmicks

The greatest appeal of the Kämpfer is its overwhelming array of weapons. The ROBOT Spirits version includes all of the following weapons:

• Shotgun x2

• Giant Buzz x2

• Chain Mine

• Beam saber x 2

• shield

The shotgun and bazooka can be mounted on the back , allowing you to recreate the standby pose seen in the show. The chain mine uses a combination of soft material and joints, allowing you to choose between deployed and coiled states. The joints have a wide range of motion, allowing you to recreate the **"sense of speed characteristic of the Kämpfer"**, such as holding it with both hands, charging poses, and the sprinting motion during jump boosts.