ROBOT SPIRITS Strike Gundam ver. A.N.I.M.E. Review | Thorough Explanation of Articulation, Effects, and Accessories

The Strike Gundam, the main mobile suit from "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED," has been brought to life in the ROBOT Spirits <SIDE MS> ver. ANIME specification. Featuring a unique articulation structure that allows for flexible posing and effect parts for recreating scenes from the anime, this is a must-have item for fans of the SEED generation and ROBOT Spirits collectors alike.

Product Overview and Basic Specifications

• Series: ROBOT SPIRITS <SIDE MS> ver. ANIME

• Mobile Suit Name: GAT-X105 Strike Gundam (Mobile Suit Gundam SEED)

• A highly articulated PVC/ABS figure, approximately 125mm tall.

• Price range: It has been sold to the general public for approximately 7,000 yen (prices may vary depending on the re-release date).

Key feature: Unique articulation in the ver. ANIME version

Thanks to the unique articulation structure developed in the ver. ANIME series, it's possible to create poses that emphasize the extension of the torso and the flexibility of the legs. New articulation points have been added around the chest and calves, allowing for smooth execution of the memorable "arching back," "kneeling," and "stepping forward" poses seen in the SEED anime.

The wide range of motion in the shoulders and waist allows for natural action poses such as "holding the beam rifle with both hands" and "holding the shield in front for defense," which is a significant improvement over the old ROBOT Damashii Strike. These aspects of articulation match search terms like "Strike Gundam pose recreation," so mentioning them thoroughly in the headline and body text will increase user satisfaction after clicking.

Attention to detail in sculpting and proportions

The figure's form is sharp, balancing the impression from the anime and the design drawings, resulting in a "show-accurate" sculpt typical of the ver. ANIME series. The white armor is molded in a slightly grayish color, adjusted to create shadows easily and look great in photos.

The head features sharply sculpted details such as the mask and antenna, and the twin eyes have increased detail thanks to their clear and metallic finish, resulting in a striking appearance even in close-up photos of the face.

Effect parts and accessories

One of the biggest selling points of this Strike Gundam is that it comes with effect parts for the head vulcans and back verniers. Using the vernier effects makes it easier to create scenes of the Gundam flying through the air or braking suddenly, and when combined with an action base, it greatly enhances the impact of the display.

The included weapons are a beam rifle, anti-beam shield, and two Armor Schneiders, as well as a special part to recreate the Armor Schneider's firing state. Furthermore, multiple types of interchangeable left and right wrist parts are included, allowing for detailed expression of hand movements to match various poses, such as holding guns with both hands, posing with throwing knives, or unarmed action.

Comparing Features

item	ver. ANIME Strike	Trends in other items such as the old ROBOT Spirits Strike
movable structure	Unique articulation points in the chest, torso, and calves. Excels at expressing bending and arching.	Conventional designs are the norm, making it difficult to represent such an extreme curvature of the fuselage.
Effect parts	Head vulcan and rear vernier effect parts are included.	Many products do not come with beam weapons or vernier effects.
Weapons and Options	Beam rifle, anti-beam shield, Armor Schneider firing state, etc.	The configuration varies from product to product, and there are also types that specialize in Striker equipment.
Proportional tendencies	A modern adjustment that strikes a balance between the anime's main story and the character design concept art.	In some cases, the silhouette may be more three-dimensional or designed to be more stylized.