1/144 HGUC Gundam GP02A "Physalis" Review

[@aegir5198]

The crotch articulation is 2006 while the booster pod is 2106.

[@TheJester50432]

You mean UC 0083?

[@failed_K]

Some guy at bandai saw that and decided, "Why not make it into two giant sub arms?"

[@lenatama]

I keep coming back to this video just for this comment lmfao

[@DesGardius-me7gf]

“For the rebirth of the ideals of Zeon; for the success of Operation Stardust; Solomon! I have now returned!” -Anavel Gato

[@Jetblast01]

Oh man I can't tell you enough how BIG and CHUNKY this boi is. This thing was totally worth the buy when I got it. Not to mention has a looooot of parts to go into it, especially in the side thrusters.

[@lemming4774]

I think moto moto likes this kit

[@kl1thedominion]

The GP-02A UnclePhilsalis is the greatest Zeon suit the Earth Federation ever built, and one of my personal favorites. I need to get this kit at some point.

[@SpaceBot-pp9yj]

GP-00 = Blossom GP-01 = Zephyrantes GP-02 = Physalis GP-03 = Stamen/Dendrobium GP-04 = Gerbera I think this is all of them.

[@mariestidola3573]

I just realized their named after flowers

[@kiwoxgen9929]

zephyrantes is the one with Cone like boosters ?

[@SpaceBot-pp9yj]

@@kiwoxgen9929 you're thinking of the Zephyranthes Full Burnern.

[@kiwoxgen9929]

@@SpaceBot-pp9yj how about the first one? is it in anime? I didn't notice it

[@SpaceBot-pp9yj]

@@kiwoxgen9929 the first one never appeared in the anime, and technically, the gerbera never appeared either.

[@Bigjawnnn117]

Needs a RG too be honest or atleast a revive

[@gmsloep]

The GP01 has a RealGrade... In its Full Burner state.

[@barrybend7189]

@@gmsloep its got an RG of both versions.

[@majorborngusfluunduch8694]

We need a GP03 as well. RG and HG Revive versions.

[@kaigen999]

All the GP-0's need revives and apparently there is a GP-04? That needs a HG.

[@Bigjawnnn117]

kaigen999 04 and 03 would be PBandai lol atleast the 04

[@kingkodiak1591]

Quick thing to mention is there are two versions of the kit, the one Kakarot showed off here and the MMLRS version which comes with back mounted missle pods and the Mega Beam Bazooka instead of the Nuclear Bazooka. While I like the kit I found with either version the arms were loose at the shoulder to bicep peg and may need thickening. The Build Divers Re:Rise kit is laso still using the same runners with some aesthetic tweaks.

[@zeonicace940]

Question: MLRS comes with the bazooka on the runners regardless as spare parts despite not using it? Big fan of the model, but i'd rather go for the MLRS for extra dakka, the rocket pods look really good.

[@razrafz]

@@zeonicace940 it only comes with 1 bazooka. instead of atomic bazooka it comes with beam bazooka

[@allenusison3124]

The issue's on the lack of Atomic Bazooka barrel and backpack, which is on a runner exclusive to the OG GP02. The MLRS replaced all that with two new plates to represent the new backpack and Beam Bazooka parts.

[@zqfmgb4335]

Daily reminder that the GP02 does not violate the Antarctic treaty, since the treaty was signed between the Federation and the Principality of Zeon, which didn't exist anymore at the time this MS was built. Legal loopholes abuse ftw !

[@danwithaplan3742]

The box art is a spoiler: The quality of this kit nukes the HG standard for kits in the 2000's

[@Jcc2224]

I had the old 12" Bandai action figure of this bad boy when I was a kid (before I knew anything about Gundam lore). So when I got into the anime and the models as a late teenager, one of the first ones I had to get as I collected (probably in my first 20 kits, I have well over 100 now) was the GP02. I really like this kit, though the proportions are much more squat on this kit than they are on that "transformable" 12' Bandai figure. But despite that I still adore this thing, and the new Build Divers version of it is something I got my eye on! Great review man!

[@WaifuTrashWeeb]

The HG is probably better than the MG when it comes to articulation.

[@santoshadi8563]

literally outmatch the mg ones on every aspect, the mg kit really2 need 2.0 treatment

[@WaifuTrashWeeb]

@@santoshadi8563 we can only hope. Not sure why Bandai doesn't get their shit together. 0080 and 0083 kits need a 2.0 (atleast the Alex got one, hoping the others follow).

[@NoName-sb9tp]

Also on the sturdiness

[@movingtarget2977]

Gato : I'm Gonna Stole those kits

[@EffendiChung]

The weight helped, i build the MG, this one, and the MLRS type. The MLRS I have somehow are loose jointed on the left arm. The MG needs an action stand just to hold the shield, until I caved and glue all of the joints during painting. Its now a statue. The extra heavy shield really needs extra arm stiffness or locking mechanism, or else good luck holding a pose for long.

[@PersianYank]

Ah, Gundam's own metal gear

[@Coolreaver93]

I bought the MLRS variant with extra missiles launcher and the beam bazooka instead of the Nuke. It's un grey adding to the evil Gundam esthetic 🤩

[@dantedrake1112]

Still waiting for a 2.0 version of the mg

[@yusrinyusof9392]

I desperately want one

[@foughtwolf]

GP-02A 'Phyllis' GP-02A 'Philanthropist' GP-02A 'Philistine' Its just a damn cool kit.

[@charsfm5203]

GP-02A ‘Palestine’

[@ninjaguy_12]

Hope you’ll build the MLRS version with the beam bazooka

[@highhunter1st]

I love how he was talking and he hits the snag so he transitions to the technical difficulties not going to lie I love the reviews and the lore keep up the work chief.

[@ebindelgado9660]

I can never pronounced the name. And Federation suits are usually easy to pronounce

[@chrisstick5403]

I think the pronunciation is like "Fi-sal-iss".

[@kingkodiak1591]

@@chrisstick5403 That's pretty much right. Fun fact Physalis is another name for Ground Cherries.

[@raphaelinghels41]

@@kingkodiak1591 in France we also call that an "amour en cage" it's actually quite cute, but in the case of this mobile suit i'm not sure it was supposed to spread love 🤣

[@matisyahubenabraham1258]

​@@raphaelinghels41 Ah ha true, I think they just settled on a plant theme for the GP0 series as we had Blossom, Zephyrantes, Physalis, Stamen, Dendrobium and Gebera.

[@pandorasnyactor474]

I call that gundam “nuke gundam”

[@williamcase426]

Chonk gundam

[@chasinthroughthedecade]

When the HGBD GP-Rase-Two-Ten was announced, I had qualms about its stability, considering it's based on an older kit. But after reviews of said kit as well as this, it's surprising that this mold is still pretty solid to this day.

[@lilruss15]

personally, I've built one before, so my answer will be YES if you have the facility to paint or some of the stickers will be ugly after a period of time on your shelf, and NO if you don't then try the later kits then. The kit is still rather with only simple colors without painting the details especially the shield yellow vents

[@amityward5293]

Huh, this is a really neat kit! For a while I hadn't even considered it because, from what others had shown me, the articulation wasn't that great. But WOW, for such a bulky mobile suit, this thing has a lot going for it!

[@charsfm5203]

4:32 ahaha yours broke too! I thought that was just me. I’d say that connection is way too tight for how gentle that price is.

[@Gabriel_mendes360]

Yeah, this review just shows how much we need a RG version of the Gp02

[@gcell10]

Fuck that shield, the left hand keeps coming apart from the weight

[@erllukep.2159]

I can hear a certain someone screaming " GATO! " at this video.

[@fatguyfrommy8421]

i hope they'll come out with a 2.0 version of this with lesser/no stickers

[@memeshort7189]

you convinced me i love color correcting with paint thank you kakadad

[@MasterSwo]

I just wish this thing had a regular beam rifle too. Not gonna want to use the bazooka all the time after all.

[@wasdwazd]

Here's hoping you'll pick up the MLRS and Beam Bazooka type in the near future, there's like, no reviews on that thing!

[@mechamax7919]

well, since you've reviewed this, what are your thoughts on it being the base for the HGBD Rase-two-ten? (aka Ogre's Gundam)

[@Borisvladvos]

Definately looks like a good kit for it's age. I have the old 1/144 GP02 from 91 so probably a good update.

[@eyesofstatic9641]

That's a really neat kit

[@fabiocorreia7300]

The shield broke his hand on mine :"( glad i got go rase two ten, it comes with his hands since it uses same molds

[@Arrowdodger]

The triumphant return of the error screen. I think my favorite is the Cosmic Era one with the bit tune version of Anna ni Isshodattanon. The creation of this mobile suit has got to rank very high on the list of the Federation's absolute dumbest decisions.

[@PRrrr_neutral]

I really love old kits like this. In and i always like your videos because you appreciate the old kits from the looks. Yeah they may be not up to today standard, but they still cool you know. Like, if you like it just buy it. Many of gunpla/model kit reviewers shuns or mocks the old kita lol. Thanks for the videos. I followed your chanel since 2014/2015 and on 2018 i got burned out on gundam. But i think im getting back to it now.

[@IchigoArlekin]

I ordered the Type MLRS, the one with the missile launchers on its back. Is it any different from this one or is just an upgraded version? I just saw some pics, noticed that it also has the bazooka and decided it was better cause more weapons = cooler.

[@RayShadow278]

The tops of the feet of the GP02 remind of the head for one of the mechs in Layzner lol

[@christopherdavis3424]

I really want a GP01 revive. Started rewatching Stardust Memory recently and forgot how much I liked that machine.

[@draxusdemos8266]

I want this kit specifically for the shield which I want to put on the beyond global which I’m making into an atmospheric entry type

[@tacticianM]

My first gunpla

[@ez08gundam]

I have the MG version of this unit, it looks cool but I never move it the shield is so heavy it would pull the whole unit down. The articulation is about the same. The MG is just more massive.

[@garrettwilson6341]

Just as did brought up in the comment section below your previous video, there's a bigger version of this gundam model kit, and I'm sure it is more pricey but way more detailed than the gundam model kit you just reviewed.

[@lucascostanza7609]

I broke the little peg on the hand trying to get the shield to stay 😭. I’m so mad I might just have to glue it in a certain position permanently

[@SeekerLancer]

I like that beige a lot more than the standard Gundam bright-white. I wish it were more common.

[@Berndwilhelm-WH]

I paint all the wrong colored parts instead of stickers. For painting recesses stuff I just use q tip with alcohol to rub off the paint where I slipped outside the recess.

[@K41-g6p]

anyone know which was the most effective gundam among all the timelines/series? as in stuff like kill count, versatility, ease of use (for its pilot, not the average person), damage potential, stuff like that

[@cheeseburger3881]

The hg is pretty expensive everywere i look for it

[@theguy3851]

Gonna review the HGUC GP01?

[@allenusison3124]

Damn, we all need 2.0 MGs of all the Stardust Memory Gundams seen on-screen (we just got the GP04G as a RE/100 kit a few years back, so that's not in the list anymore), and seeing how a brick-like MS like the Physalis is able to move like crazy in an HGUC kit AND the fact that we are teased with a Gundam Virtue in the MG Kyrios box, Bandai Spirits should really go back to Stardust Memory again for 2.0 MGs (please no Orchis, that's overkill for price to the point where it will beat the brick that is the Deep Striker).

[@Damitsall]

Ahhh you only said "rodade aroond" once. I did get my fill of "articilation" though. Definitely a unique accent, I appericate.

[@ApenBaard]

Jeez this thing is cool! Dunno why I held off on getting one, definitely on my wishlist now!....now its just a matter of doubting wether i want the normal one or the mlrs one :)...

[@erict.miyahira6241]

... now i want to know if the buil divers version of the GP-02 (the ogre looking one) is compatible with the nuclear holder.

[@foamyzvideos2617]

Yes

[@bobbiemanueldelapena4997]

TACTICAL NUKE, INCOMING!!!!!

[@fos-kun4688]

Dear Kakarot197, i know the chances of you reading this comment maybe about 0.5/10 but I want you to know I like how you take a look at old Gunpla kits and review them with care and respect for what it is. I enjoy it. Despite yes it may not stack up. To modern Gunpla but really know how to make them shine in their own right. Thats all, stay safe 👌

[@transformersrevenge9]

Didn't they release a Build divers version of it? Maybe they will now do a newer revive of it, based on the BD version? Rick Dias got a BD version, followed by an updated UC version...

[@sadfalcon9623]

I think you might be onto something. Hopefully that’s the case because I like the idea of having 1.5 HG kits because it’s a nice middle ground that covers having a more up to date version of the kit while being more cost effective on Bandai’s part.

[@gravefox4206]

you might have forgot to mention with the hands your actually suppose to be able to push them in further to stabilize it helping keep the shield out and you pull it just a bit to give it the ball joint rotation

[@coleviloria3800]

I don’t know if you enjoy Build Divers Re:Rise but the HGBDR GP Rase-Ten is a really awesome iteration of the old HGUC GP02 Physalis.

[@tenkowolf8325]

I need it to complete my Gundam 0083 collection. So yeah I am going to get it.

[@Blazinter]

It seems pretty nu*clear* to me that this is a darn great kit for the time.

[@oriontheraptor8119]

I might get one of these and paint it in a rusty Cold War Russian nuclear missle carrier truck paint scheme with a giant red star on the shield

[@Hadihadi-wr8mt]

My problem with this model kit is the hands and storage for bazooka barrel in it shield.. I know because I have this one. The shield so heavy and the hand has no grip, peg or anything to hold it. Unless the bottom shield on the ground, the hand cant hold it up. I make flight pose with a trick: the edge of the feet must touch the bottom of the shield so it can hold it And because its only have one style hand, he cant grip the beam saber too. Unles you push up the bottom the saber handle, the saber will fall. Basically the hand is uselless. The shield storage for bazooka barrel is useless. Upper and bottom only hold a little bit, no grip whatsoever. Better put down the barrel or attached it to the bazooka main body. Other than that, its solid model kit. No loose joint whatsoever

[@skatetool87]

Which Gundam markers did you use to panel line ?

[@rickycapa]

it looks very sick even in 2020, does this work with the recent action base 4 & 5, was planning to order this older model kit.

[@justagundam]

I don't remember the GP-02's antenna being grey.

[@SenetTheSnek]

I always did have a soft spot for the Physalis. I just hope one day we will get a MG 2.0

[@lpsoldin3162]

I've been considering this kit but wasn't sure. I know chunky kits are usually limited in movement naturally because the bulk gets in the way. It's also an older kit with a lot of stickers. It's looking pretty good though, despite all of that.

[@Nhawk316]

I wish i was that good at panel lining. Good job.

[@kristofferafable6855]

looking forward to more reviews! nice channel

[@kaigen999]

My favorite Gundam ever and my favorite kit

[@gato23]

imagine a Perfect Grade of this. or if Bandai is crazy a PG of the GP-03 Dendrobium Orchis / Stamen.

[@worstfriend9456]

God a revive of these would be wonderful, it probably would only need sensor stickers

[@SES77]

Isnt that gundam unit 2 from 0083?

[@jkl9984]

Yep. It is.

[@KaineWraith]

Yes and no. This is the Gundam from 0083 with '2' in its name, but there is no gundam unit 2. The closest thing to that name is Amuro's Gundam, the RX-78-2. This one is called the GP02A "Physalis"

[@perreterecon]

Isnt this that famous ms that comes with a nuke? Feel free to correct me if im wrong.

[@williamcase426]

it is

[@lilruss15]

question for you personally, is there any of the Gunpla review that you want to re-do? especially back the days with not so good mic and lightings

[@christianaguirre163]

Kakarot 197 maybe you can make a review for comparison with the hguc GP02 type MLRS 🙏 your reviews are awesome and very helpful

[@DarkROSkull013]

Do you dislike the metallic (red) sticker? I personally think metallic stickers are the only ones to use, aside from camera and eye stickers.

[@BenTheKidd]

i think the wrist joints are a ratcheting gimmick that adds strength to the wrists

[@7a_12_axeljonathan6]

3:30 its not exclusive for the gpo2 the f91 has that to

[@enriconebbiosomartini]

hi. will you review the Gundam GP-Rase-Two-Ten?

[@ChrisDeger]

it looks more grey than white

[@whitewing2]

I was planning to get the Type MLRS but then I saw the Rase Two Ten

[@Dahaka461989]

Wait… they released HG version, AFTER MG version??

[@shutter-chan]

I think the beam saber effect are identical to the RG Build Strike.

[@crist3809]

How could you make the arms carry the shield? My connector is very loose

[@areasevenpro]

You need to compare it to the NG 1/144 GP02A.

[@aimanhakim3304]

Waiting for rg version for unit 2 and unit 3 as well...

[@i.s.a.t.newroman8992]

I wonder who's the designer of this unit, I mean... Even a people who haven't watched Stardust Memory would say "I can feel bad intension emanating from this unit... Is that an evil Gundam?" Something like that, nevertheless GP02 is beautifully designed that makes this unit memorable,

[@leolied6766]

Well the Gp02 is mostly built by former zeon engineers.

[@wompratadvocate7245]

articulation is great, but the shield hand does suck. needed to glue it

[@RedGuards]

Have you build the hguc Gaza c?

[@kairondaniel429]

This is probably not a popular opinion but the gp02 is the best design in stardust memory

[@aero981]

seeing this video literally made me go out and grab this bad boi myself

[@supermexican12]

Man, crazy to think this was only $13 4 years ago😭😭

[@seanklingle139]

Well now I definitely need one!

[@GPowtlaw2]

One of my favorite suits

[@jharts5213]

Is that black panel lining?

[@thecrimsonmeteor]

Glad to see Ellen found work after she was unfairly terminated due to us

[@dimaslounge12]

Which one is better ? the mlrs type or nuke type ?

[@The_Platinum_Realist]

I was never a fan of this particular Gundam design it just seems too bulky for battle in terms of mobility. I just learned it’s from Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 series it looks good I’ll probably watch it.

[@cheeseburger3881]

100000000000000000000000000% my next gunpla unless they make a revive