Entry Grade Aile Strike Gundam Grand Slam

Checking out the new 1/144 Options Set Gunpla 01 Aile Strike.
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[@mechascythe100]

I hope they could do the same with the eg nu funnels

[@MrEnKaye]

This!!!!!!!!

[@kimarisvidarxx66]

Won't be too long till that, since this came out.

[@plok-ul9ig]

While waiting you can buy the bootleg version and just get the funnels. Its compatible 😅

[@ShinRaven-ez7tz]

​@@plok-ul9ig compatible but not reliable bud

[@DragonInfraXtremeRGT]

I'm surprised they haven't done a full weapon set eg nu yet

[@alexbarker975]

I think the "blood groove" is actually a fuller, a structural technique in forging. It seems counterproductive, but the groove actually changes the cross section of the blade and strengthens it. Love your reviews, they help me decide which models I want to get into

[@hojoe15]

Beat me too it lol

[@totallyaploy1824]

A fuller also reduces weight.

[@hojoe15]

The "blood groove" is called a fuller, it's there to reduce weight while also increasing rigidity, in the grand slam it makes sense

[@Simon-hz7jl]

Aile Strike Freedom and Ailing Freedom, we have come a whole seed circle back.

[@EnmaMusicProduction]

Ailing Freedom sounds like the freedom gundam has bad knees and joints

[@DragonInfraXtremeRGT]

@@EnmaMusicProduction poor freedom gundam got arthritis

[@swisscheese1084]

Arthritis Gundam?

[@shiro-neko1848]

Now what do we need? Yes, AN EG SKYGRASPER

[@branchygiraffe]

Honestly we need more kits of non MS machines. A HG Moebius would be sick

[@reijigamer]

I have been saying it would be nice to have an HGCE Skygrasper that would come with the Launcher & Sword Packs. I guess Bandai heard me and decided on just the Packs, lol. I wouldn't mine a two pack HGCE Skygrasper set though

[@StudioRevoct]

They should just re-release the Skygrasper and Moebius set, even if it isn't color seperated, it's still a good rendition of the two.

[@Amigo1048]

I noticed that aside from the color-separated wings, the build of the Aile Striker seems to be virtually identical to the HG revive which is pretty interesting. I wonder if these parts are compatible with the HG Aile Strike (Edit: Turns out it is according to the Gunpla Wiki). Also, I feel like it was kind of a missed opportunity to include the Armor Schneiders since the original basic EG doesn’t come with it out of the box but eh what we have is already enough to settle with I guess

[@rapidemboar4625]

The original polybag (is that the right term?) release of the EG Strike came with Armor Schneiders, but the later box release omits them. Still a massive shame since the bagged release seems almost impossible to find nowadays.

[@LordCrate-du8zm]

It's definitely a "grand slam" of a model kit. Super dope.

[@nazrulnadziruddin9641]

Kudos to Bandai for keeping everything great about the HGCE Aile pack and further improves it in the EG Aile Pack.

[@user-db5qd3wd6z]

As an old guy (git) getting back into model making to help out my grandson, all I can say is that entry grade kits are incredible. From someone who probably lost a good few IQ points breathing in the glue fumes back in the day. Thank you Airfix. . . .

[@_GeneralMechanics_]

I like the fact it's HGCE Strike Gundam compatible! Now I don't have to paint and build the HG's Aile Striker pack.

[@ChrisTian-sd5yq]

even the launcher/sword?

[@zafranorbian757]

@@ChrisTian-sd5yq yes.

[@ChrisTian-sd5yq]

@@zafranorbian757 woah that's nice

[@asuna07neros]

9:14 "Strike Freedom"? 🤣 Anyway, great review. I'm picking this up since my EG Strike is feeling barebones without any packs attached

[@Quarataia]

New game, drink one every time Mecha forgets where he put a kit and built an entire other.

[@heerosefffinchannel5387]

THE PERFECT STRIKE IS NOT WHAT I WAS EXPECTING BUT THATS AWESOME

[@Echo_419]

13:45 it's called a "fuller", used to reduce weight without compromising the strength of the blade.

[@Alfanumericablate]

I think you should make a video all about Striker compatibility. ... Basically I want to see the EG Exceed Galaxy with all the packs.

[@greyfox78569]

You can also just buy the HG kit the back pack works between kits just fine. That being said the entry grade is the better kit by a long shot IMO.

[@miragebangbravern]

Eh, I own both, the Entry Grade's Striker Pack is superior but the HG wins when it is the Gundam itself.

[@destiny13777]

I'd agree, I really love the way it looks OOB and personally I don't have any looseness with it yet. My old HGCE on the other hand is starting to age(makes sense since it's been like a decade since I bought it), I guess I could replace some of the old polycaps but I prefer just messing with the EG and I do have the option sets coming for it.

[@thomasfleming8131]

The little backpack adapters are a nice touch.

[@chilly_alchemist779]

This personally hits home for me even after the announcement that this, Sword Strike and Launcher Strike were going to be option sets and not tied to just one EG kit. The weapons alone are worth it, even better if you plan on painting the weapons

[@ChrisTian-sd5yq]

compatible with hgce?

[@ensign-x8x]

​@ChrisTian-sd5yq The shoulders are the same and the backpack connection as well so it should be compatible out of box.

[@RevanR]

This Expansion just make me want EG Astray Red frame

[@GojiraFan-in9oo]

I can't wait to get both sets and make the Perfect Strike Gundam

[@TheYoungMindz]

That alternate peg definitely useful for custom gunpla(at least for HGCE) I hope more to be made like this in the future.

[@FredIto-nf3pm]

The Strike is one of the most powerful base models compared to the other starting main gundams

[@ARGONIAN61]

I have a Gundam Lah Entry Grade on the way. Now I know the next kits to order. It's unreal how addictive Gunpla is.

[@AzraelThanatos]

Just as a note, the Shield and Rifle isn't the only way the Strike comes. The EG Strike had 4 different loadouts, the most common being the bagged one which just has the armored shneiders, the boxed one with the shield and rifle, the Grand slam set, and the launcher set.

[@gesie0504]

Who else EXCITED for the *NEW RG RX-78-2 Grand Dad Gundam VER. 2.0*

[@deang5386]

I ended up just getting a cheap HGCE 1/144 AILE STRIKE GUNDAM and used that Wing Pack on the Entry Grade Aile Strike.

[@user-bz1rv4tr5p]

And then the backpack falls off

[@AndreaDoesYoga]

Amazing build, the Aile Strike Gundam looks epic! 🚀🤩

[@butchebk01]

Something i found you can do with loose pegs to fix them really quick if you are lazy is wrap a little bit of tissue around them before putting them in. if it works it tightens up the peg and if it doesnt you havent messed anything up

[@Xolivas1]

I just got the two options kits and I gotta say, the color separation is awesome, more so in Option Set 2 (Launcher Strike and Sword Strike). For something so simple, the detail is awesome. More bang for your buck and...dare I say, this may be the HGSeed Perfect Striker for the modern age. Edit: Also, a tip to tighten the grip of the peg. I used a small strip of tape around the peg and it works perfectly.

[@lenn_man]

If you're planning on getting this option set, the single point attachment on my copy of this kit fits much more securely compared to what Mecha demonstrates at 8:16 But it does look like Mecha just didn't push the attachment peg all the way into the EG Strike's back. So don't worry about the Aile Striker pack being loose.

[@mochisensei1323]

What took them so long to make this?

[@MasterSwo-MK]

IKR?!

[@elpizo1789]

Aile Strike looks really nice on the Strike Freedom, love how the color schemes of the backpack and the chest compliment each other.

[@ThomasVonHerzberg]

The combination of both kits is probably more expensive than the HG lol

[@branchygiraffe]

When the launcher and sword strike come out can you test the shoulder parts out with the HGCE Strike? I don’t like how brittle the EG is but these striker packs and the weapons are awesome

[@edwardboyz1000]

Good idea Entry Grade Strike Gundam 2021 Version Only,... But Wait Need Added Compatible with HGCE Aile Strike Gundam and also compatible with HG Gundam Seed Strike Gundam, Strike Rouge and 105 Dagger or Slaughter Dagger The Striker Packs Backpack Addon Thanks!,... But Hold on Next New item Soon Options Set Gunpla 02 The Sword and Launcher Striker Pack

[@BioGoji-zm5ph]

An Aile Striker than can be used with standard backs? FINALLY!!!!!

[@thatguymich2829]

9:12 I must've missed something cuz I didn't know there was an EG Strike Freedom ☠️

[@reijigamer]

there isn't. The only EGs are RX-78-2, Nu Gundam, Strike Gundam, and variants of the previous three.

[@xxnike0629xx]

Funny how in the original Entry Grade, they mention that it's compatible with the HGCE packs only for Bandai to release the Entry Grade add on packs. I've built this Entry Grade and it is nice that the part separation is great (no stickers) I don't like how brittle the plastic is and the joints get loose very quickly. Overall, the MG GAT-X105+AQM/E-X01 Aile Strike Gundam [Ver RM] is the best version. The only con is that the Launcher/Sword Striker Pack is a P-Bandai add on set. The RG is a good choice in that if you're going for all the variants, it's not as expensive since the Launcher/Sword Striker Pack are included with the RG FX-550 Skygrasper. 5:55 As with the other grades of this, you'd want a _complete_ collection of the variants and get multiples to have: 1. GAT-X105 Strike Gundam 2. GAT-X105+AQM/E-X01 Aile Strike Gundam 3. GAT-X105+AQM/E-X02 Sword Strike Gundam 4. GAT-X105+AQM/E-X03 Launcher Strike Gundam 5. GAT-X105+AQM/E-YM1 Perfect Strike Gundam 17:14 This kind of reminds me of the ZGMF-X56S/β Sword Impulse Gundam; albei the wings are in the opposite direction and on the lower backside.

[@edwardboyz1000]

Also Compatible with HG Gundam Seed Strike Gundam, Strike E i Think Strike Noir Gundam, Strike Rouge and 105 Dagger or Slaughter Dagger

[@rx-105xigundam2]

@xxnike0629xx you actually built it? Do you have a pic or vid of it as a proof ...

[@rx-105xigundam2]

@xxnike0629xx as a proof that you still build kits after all?

[@rx-105xigundam2]

@xxnike0629xx so a pic or a vid, or it never happen LUL

[@calvinietivieyepie9494]

This looks spectacular!

[@accel1231]

Entry Grade is GOAT now

[@babyfishbreeder]

Wishing for official EG IWSP or maybe EG Ootori striker. Even P-Bandai would do for me.

[@wingshad0w00982]

Oooh, comes with a single swap 2 prong pack. I might get this for my daggers

[@jackbromley1231]

It's a fuller on the GrandSlam, it to lighten the weight on it 😉 brilliant reviews orderedwhen watching 😂

[@accel1231]

I'm waiting for the Striker Pack to come!

[@GildedMurderDrone]

I made my eg strike into the strike rouge with kira’s colours. It probably still works with the perfect strike stuff when it comes out

[@tuckerodonnell9269]

I hope we get a set for every striker pack in seed shown

[@MechaGaikotsu]

That would be fantastic! There’s a lot that came out on old HGs that could really do with an update!

[@Minomaxx-78-2]

Yo! Everytime you drop a new video I really watch it immediately. I'm currently on college and your videos feed my Gundam addiction. Actually I don't have a lot of Kits, I only have the SD Unicorn and EG Strike. I was saving up for Schwarzette last few months and when the time I had the money, I was really sad that they ran out. Before they have like 2 boxes of those but I wasn't able to get even just one. Anyways, keep up the great contents always, Man!

[@ryukaze20]

I'm just currently missing the Lah Gundam in my lineup of all Entry Grade Gundams and I do wish for a new one as well... I can imagine the Exia being next. But will be surprised if they make the EG Wing Gundam. Will definitely buy this once the Launcher/Sword Pack is also available.

[@rhyme6707]

This kit gonna be great for my strike aile 30ms custom!

[@ItsAsteri_]

I feel like this is kinda essential for the strike gundam

[@gelgoorx]

They need to make grunt suits entery grade eg dagger animation color ver

[@misterpakpaus6532]

super nice accesories from bandai definetly gonna get this

[@dylanconnelly9845]

I'll wait for EG Perfect Strike because they're totally going to do that

[@OtonashiV]

Besudes the new wings and adapters, the Aile Striker itself looks and builds the same as the old HGCE, exact same seams and all. I wouldn't be surprised if Bandai just rearranged the HGCE's CAD data onto new runners. Maybe that's why the fit isn't as good lol. Overall, if you just want a 1/144 Aile Strike, the HGCE still seems like the best value. Mines is more solid after 10 years than my EG Strike after 2.

[@PyanGS8]

I have hg and mg strike, both are the best gundam ever

[@curiouszaku9537]

A literal Strike Freedom

[@squeak2183]

Might get it to a, for the striker pack since i have the eg strike, plus i think the grand slam might go good with Barbatos

[@mazinkaiser6045]

A pesar que el alie strike de este model kit le queda flojo al EG strike gundam en cambio con el HG strike gundam le queda perfecto ya que lo probé y gracias por tus vídeos gracias a ellos me baso para ver si vale la pena conseguirlo.

[@jimbobeyo]

wish they used this aile pack on the HG, just built it and was so bummed out about the stickers on it

[@watashiwabryan3741]

I found an HG Perfect Strike kit and it's nice that all the packs fit with my Entry Grade Strike. Ditched the HG Strike to the corner of the shelf. Hahahahaua

[@robymargata5330]

Used a 3rd party funnels on my EG Nu Gundam, worked out fine for a while, but now it is unable to stand with the funnels on its back. I think the EG line of kits is not suitable for any additional weight.

[@chuckadams3531]

I'm going to need two of them... My Custom Spinatia needs dual wield Grand Slams..

[@QwErTy-cw6fh]

Ah, nice to see the upgrade kit for the HGCE Aile Strike Gundam is actually pretty good. Kinda sucks we now have a redundant pack, but hey, extra Striker Pack doesn't hurt.

[@amemesgodisme1285]

i find c cilps delightfull

[@DarthOwenZ]

simplicity is beauty

[@brianuuuSonicReborn]

9:12 "Entry grade Strike Freedom"

[@TheAdorkableRJ]

I'd love to see more lead Gundams get the simple, yet amazing quality Entry Grade treatment. Impulse, the Astrays, Gundam Mk II, Exia, maybe Gundam Alex with the chobham armor sold separately as an add-on set like these Strike weapon sets?

[@Toymaker71]

I don't need another backpack but I would love that weapons set for my RG Aile Strike.

[@AthrunX23s]

Funny enough that shotgun isn't even part of the Strike's arsenal. It's from the DINN that Mu shot down, and Kira picked up to shoot the GOOhN.

[@wastedapples1]

Makes me hope Bandai does announce a HG DINN for 2025. I don't care if they release it in Foundation colors, a proper DINN kit is long overdue!

[@AthrunX23s]

I hope for a full updated CE71 ZAFT lineup. Orb and Alliance have their full rosters already, and even some manga units, but ZAFT is still missing the bulk of it's roster.

[@michaelduran6110]

good for 30minutes mission also

[@NathanWerewuff]

I hope the Striker pack fits better on the HG.

[@HesocaidanGaming]

epic ❤ like the design.. surprised it looked like that for entry grade

[@nooraio3918]

We waiting for long time for this one...

[@sorafromgenshin]

Today i just bought the hg for this gundam 😊 I will build it later 😅 Still watching the anime 😂

[@G_Raiser]

Can you review the hobby star harute? Pls I only trust you for Gundam recommendations

[@butchebk01]

i just hope the sword/launcher parts will work with the HGCE Strike. I prefer the feet and rifle on the HGCE over the EG

[@DragonInfraXtremeRGT]

I might get this kit just for bazooka and grandslam . I have the hgce version

[@audreyananda9784]

I hope they made a IWSP pack some day

[@sangpenikam7]

Crazy that an entry-grade model now is what a decent HG used to be

[@swordimpulse07]

2:42 Actually that's the DINN/GINN's shotgun

[@TheBearBoon]

I’ve had no luck with the backpack peg hole on the EG strike; every adapter I’ve got won’t stay in and also the action base peg hole is super loose. While I love more Entry Grade models I’m worried we won’t at least get one of each lead Gundam or even any grunts. Heck will we get any EG “Char” MSs?

[@zexed4475]

wish we have more things like this

[@kievenzonicanor1160]

I just finished building the Hi-VGundam Any recommendations or suggestions on what Kit should i do next?

[@kira516]

just buy anything you like

[@LoliconSamalik]

RG God Gundam is fantastic Of course, you could also try getting a Megami Device Buster Doll. Any one of them

[@kievenzonicanor1160]

Got it, imma try to get them soon

[@Harohikun]

The circle fits in the square hole.

[@unliblades20]

I still prefer the hgce aile strike over the entry grade. Will get the option parts 2 launcher and sword pack soon for it

[@myhonestopinion3334]

but HGCE Aile Strike aile strikerpacks doesn't have color separating wings and changeable connector parts so EG Aile Strikerpacks set is more valuable 😉

[@robertnuts3045]

glory eternal star mg

[@vanhoangphucnguyen4472]

what if we have eg sazabi ? what do you think ?

[@vinnyvanhoe5614]

I wish they'd do this for 1/100 scale. I want the grand slam for my MG aile strike, but I'm not buying a whole gundam base exclusive version of an already exclusive perfect strike off p bandai / scalpers for a weapon. This is why 3rd party is doing so well rn

[@Syakirin57]

i owned one entry grade and that’s NU Gundam FF and my problem with it is the arm and leg joints too loose. Are all entry grade like that? Or just this one particularly?

[@Obs13ver]

9:14 entry grade strike freedom

[@zek3406]

The next one probably will be Exia or Barbatos

[@Sai1523]

He said he was using the good smile simple stand, but the base of it was clearly different. Did they make a new version of it?

[@Nano-zq3so]

all the weapons are from other versions of EG strike gundam but you can't "snap clear" the Aile striker because there are some thick gates on those runners (on the battery of prefect strike are the most obvious one) This is more like HG Aile striker and EG weapons. I think that's why bandai doesn't put grading on the box

[@kitten4713]

cool

[@arnelarroyo2032]

Curious if its compatible with the RG Skygrasper

[@birumerah2896]

we need the rest of the pack like ootori and IWSP

[@GoblinZone1]

*Looks at EG Nu* Why dont you have that (I wish they would make some Fin Full pack for him)

[@wimpster346]

Damn Awesome

[@Noizemaze4]

where's the SHOTGUN from ? don't recall seeing it in any of the media that strike was featured in