by “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” was released on November 24th by BANDAI SPIRITS. The latest “METAL BUILD Alternative Strike” product was developed by the figure brand “METAL BUILD.”
In this series, you can enjoy replacing various striker packs (backpacks), reproducing the aircraft that was only the animation aircraft and settings by expansion, and the original replacement. In the “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” released this time, the “Strike Rouge” that appeared in the “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” series and the multipurpose striker pack “Otori” are three-dimensionalized.
“Otori” is a large and equipped equipment with various weapons among many striker packs. I am concerned about the handling and movement of weapons and the arrangement design by “METAL BUILD Alternative Strike.”
The author decided to purchase the product because he wanted “Otori,” so he was aware of “Strike Gundam in different colors” about “Strike Rouge.” However, when I picked up that prejudice, I was fascinated by the differences in the details.
This time, we will introduce such “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori equipment.”
“Strike Rouge” and “Otori”
“METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” is a mobile suit that appeared in the TV anime “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” series, as mentioned above. “Strike Rouge” was a Kagari Yula Asha boarding machine in “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” and was also active in the sequel “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY.” At this time, the primary battle was with ale striker equipment. In the 2013 broadcast “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY HD Remaster,” “Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” was visualized.
The writer was particularly impressed when Kira Yamato boarded in the play and went up into space in the “Strike Gundam” color with phase shift armor. The mass launch of missiles loaded on the X-shaped wing and the battle that used the beam launcher, railgun, large anti-ship sword, and “Otori” armament were overwhelming.
Let’s take a look at the contents of the “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” that interests you.
Overwhelmed by abundant optional parts
The package shows the “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment” dynamically wielding a large sword.
The package contains weapons such as “Strike Rouge” in styrofoam and “Otori” in a blister, replacement wrists, attachments, two types of dedicated pedestals, and an instruction manual.
The armament includes missiles mounted on the wings of “Otori,” drop tanks, missile launchers, beam launchers, railguns, and large anti-ship swords. It also comes with a 57mm high-energy beam rifle, armor Schneider, and anti-beam shield, which are the essential equipment of “Strike Rouge.” In addition, there are two types of blades for large swords: actual blades and beam blades.
Attachment parts include those that connect the pedestal and the “Strike Rouge,” which support the “Otori” alone, and auxiliary parts when the striker pack is attached. There are also backpack joints for Astray.
Before taking a closer look at the main body, wear various weapons of “Otori.”
The beam launcher and railgun are connected to the bottom of the main body using arm parts. Please insert it into the connection port at the bottom of the wing, such as a missile. The large anti-ship sword and missile pod are mounted on the arm at the top of the central unit.
Let’s take a closer look at “METAL BUILD Strike Rouge Otori Equipment.”
Otori full of volume in a luxurious strike rouge
First, let’s take a look at the main body of “Strike Rouge.”
“Strike Rouge” is a variation of the previously released “METAL BUILD Yale Strike Gundam” and “METAL BUILD Strike Gundam -METAL BUILD 10th Ver.-“. The unique feeling of weight due to the use of die-casting is attractive. The total length is about 180mm, and the sharp and edgy design realizes a relaxed style.
However, it is not just a “different color product,” and the markings on each part are entirely different. The model number “ORB” of the Orb Army is printed, and Kagari’s marking is also given. “Strike Gundam” has a heroic impression of tricolor color, while “Strike Rouge” has a flashy impression like a flag.
The contrast between the realistic texture of the exposed die-cast and the presence of metallic red and the mud pale red armor gives a luxurious finish.
In addition to the 57mm, high-energy beam rifle and armor Schneider of the weapon, the anti-beam shield of the “Strike Rouge” specification is marked with the Orb army.
Subsequently, “Otori” can reproduce the flight state of a single aircraft, and it is a model with high information density.
The wing has an outstanding size with a total width of about 310 mm and can be equipped with a drop tank and missile at the bottom. The giant sword, beam launcher, and railgun are armed to create a more voluminous silhouette.
The large anti-ship sword can be replaced with two types, an actual blade and a beam blade that can reproduce the settings of the “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” series.
The delicate coloring and high-class modeling beauty are expressed, giving a beautiful impression to the eyes. I am delighted with the large volume. I’m wondering how much I can pose with this heavy equipment. Next, let’s see the movement of “Strike Rouge” and “Otori.”
