Battle Of The Toys 2016

One of the perks of being a modeler is being able to visit exhibitions, competitions and numerous events related to Gunpal and toys. And this is one of them. As Hobby Art gang was invited to showcase their range of E7 Model Paint at the event, I asked to tag along for the show. 

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Dreaming the impossible dream

"I dare to dream."

This is by far my most ambitious project.  

Since Hobby Art Gallery (HAG) will be having her long awaited Tetsujin competition in 2017,  I thought this will be a good opportunity to show everyone the prowess of HAG's resident modeler!  Me!  

So I gave myself this ridiculous challenge.  

Six months... 

Six months to remodel and recreate the Deepstriker in my vision.  Six months to create a maintenance city (1m by 1m) as its base. 

And six months started a month ago! Lol.... Well, I guess there is no harm in attempting the unachievable. Hell, I'm not going down without a fight!

Preliminary concepts:-

1. To recreate the Deepstriker into an huge armored unit 

2. Design and create new armaments. 

3. Two support units will be attached to the main Striker. Zeta Plus or Delta Plus 

4. Brainstorming... Brainstorming... 

The clock is ticking....  I'm going to sleep early tonight to replenish my energy.  The impending storm , the anticipated excitement, the unrelenting pursuit for that elusive ultimate build.  

I live just for that. 

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Nemesis by Jaef Liang (GBWC Singapore 2015)

They say old dogs cannot learn new tricks. But when I see Jaef Liang's GBWC entry this year, I know that statement is not so true afterall. 

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Petit'G Guy Group Build by HAW

Another successful group build! Yes! Had lots of fun today. I always like these meets as I get to mingle with the local lads and get to know them better. And sometimes, I find some "gems" as well! Folks with good potential :) 

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Poisonmonkeys Jesta Group Build 2014

So Waylander and Toymaker have finally decide to organize a Group Build. And we named it "Poisonmonkeys Jesta Group Build".

The first question that comes to your mind is probably, "Why Jesta?" And I say, "Why not?" We all know Jestas are no frills, simple but effective units on the battlefield. But they are still, cannon fodders. 

So, what if I give you the opportunity to transform the humble Jesta into a hero suit? Or turn it into the Antagonist, like Tallgeese, will you take it? 

Basically, we want participants to go crazy for this group build. We want souped-up units. We want radical concepts. We want outrageous builds. So how is one going to approach this? Simple, think out of the box. Throw away the original concepts and perceptions of the Jesta and revolutionize it. That's the plan. 

So yesterday was the meet. And was I disappointed? I got to be kidding if  I say yes. Because, it's by far the most successful and exciting Group Build we organized. The lads were fantastic, lending their full support in the form of fantastic builds. Well, we get to that later...

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It's all in the displays...

Have you ever wondered about why you like going to a model shop even if you have nothing really to buy? Whether it's HAG, HAW or somewhere in Japan, Hongkong, Malaysia, Philippines, whatever. Whether you realise it or not, one big reason is probably the display. Think about it. It has always been about the display, from the day you fell in love with the hobby. 

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Gundam Age-1 Zethus

Most people I met said Age-1 Normal is a boring kit. Well, that is precisely what I want to demonstrate that with a attractive colour scheme and appropriate kit bashing , you still can produce decent work. So when Hobby Art Gallery decided to use MG Gundam Age-1 for their latest group build, I bought my first Age-1 from them. 

I wanted this to be a fast and simple build so that I can resume work on my World Cup entry. Waylander  and me decided  to use the extra weapon packs for the Strike Gundam and integrate them to the Age. We did some simple modifications and gave each Age a pastel colour scheme and you got a attractive combination. 

So I managed to finished this within two weeks and Waylander completed his in a even shorter time span. Well, enough said, I let the pictures do the talking. 

Zethus & Ampion

Well, with this one all done up, time to concentrate on Gunpla Builders World Cup!!! 

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MG RX-0 Unicorn Gundam 02 Banshee - First Look

I'm kinda tired of all the Unicorns and Sinanjus by now. But I just have to give this a try. The Unicorn FA was impressive but this one is really the icing on the cake. Perhaps it's the freaking awesome claws (Armed Armor) or the gold colour psycho frame, Banshee appeals to me more. 

Like the previous versions, construction will be more complex since it can transforms into two modes, Unicorn and Destroy. 

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MG Age-1 Normal Group Build organized by Hobby Art Gallery

Hobby Art Gallery has announced a Master Grade Age-1 Normal Group Build. The deadline for this build will be 1 May 2012. Participants are required to bring their finished model down to HAW on that day. A prize (to be revealed later) will be awarded to the best MG Age-1.

You can come up with alternate colour schemes and/ or new concepts, light/ heavy modifications. And as an added incentive for the Group Build, all participants can register and buy MG Age-1 at 30% off SRP. Upon submission of the entry, participants will also receive a discount coupon for their next purchase at Hobby Art Gallery/ Hobby Art @ Work.

This discount coupon entitles participants to:-

1.  10% discount on accessories;
2.  10% off the retail price for Bandai Model kits (HAW/HAG retail prices)

For those of you who are interested, please register your interest at Hobby Art @ Work (HAW) when you purchase the MG Gundam Age there. Announcements will be made when the kit hits Singapore shores! I highly encourage this as I will be there at the meet and share my build as well. See you all in May!

Links related to the GB.


http://hobbyartatwork.blogspot.com/2012/02/mg-age-1-normal-group-build.html


http://www.facebook.com/events/348174988535995/

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