Full Mechanics 1/100 Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex - IRON BLOODED ORPHANS- Mecha Gaikotsu Gunpla Review

Beast mode engage! Mikazuki's animalistic Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex from Mobile Suit Gundam Iron Blooded Orphans. Now in 1/100 scale!

[@Ibrahim-qg9zh]

Pin my post please...

[@MechaGaikotsu]

Thy will be done! Just don't post a link to something dumb under this XD

[@BlueBonkulus]

Mecha Gaikotsu I've been building gunpla for a while now, but I'm really just getting into detailing. I've been trying to get some panel lining markers like the ones you suggested in your panel lining video, but on amazon sometimes they wouldn't even arrive for another two months or so after I order them. The struggle of being a Gundam builder in america :(

[@tallymatt65]

well you could go to a local art store and pick up a .05 tip pen from there, also look fro prime on amazon there in state side and cost less (I got mine at $10 for all three colors)

[@captainpollman]

I've actually found that you can do some pretty good looking panel-lining work with just a good ol' mechanical pencil. the only thing to keep note of is that if you don't have a good eraser, mistakes can end up being very streaky. i recommend trying it out on a cheap/practice kit first to see how you like the effect. That being said, I personally still prefer to use gundam markers, and I was able to get a pair rather quickly through amazon as well. But I recommend trying out pencil too, since it can be a much cheaper alternative, you just need a good eraser and a little more patience when cleaning up mistakes imo

[@red_underscore911]

I found a two pack on amazon for 7$ and i got it the same week

[@rasheedgregory3459]

I seriously hope bandai release RG's for all of the barbatos forms some day

[@maxaryan100]

Yes! this is what I've been saying all along! If bandai makes master grades/real grades of ibo suits they can reuse the frame. If they choose to focus on the barbatos they can make ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos 1st form (p bandai) ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form 2 (p bandai) ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form 3(p bandai) ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form 4 ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form 5 (p bandai) ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form 5 ground type(p bandai) ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos form sixth form ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos Lupus ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex

[@EbullientSMP]

The main problem would be trying to incorporate all the moving parts and gimmicks on the RG inner frame while keeping the concept of the Gundam frame intact, with it's torso pistols, showing armor and all. I could see Bandai putting the RG frame in the Gundam frame, but that will take some time to develop the engineering for, definitely not something we can see soon.

[@filedriver]

I see what you did there Ben XD

[@JTobia]

Ben can't we just have a Gundam Barbatos RG that has all 6 forms? The HG did that but was P-Bandai. Of course, Lupus and Rex should be separate but a regular release.

[@EbullientSMP]

The only Barbatos forms that isn't Lupus or Rex that will be retail are the 4th or 6th, and even the latter has a small chance of it considering the Hi-Res. The other forms will most certainly be a P-Bandai complete set like the HG _if_ it even happens in the first place.

[@whiteraven1992]

If there's _ever_ going to be a *Perfect Grade* IBO kit (correct me if I'm wrong), make it the Barbatos Lupus Rex. No other needed.

[@darkusblader]

And flauros , as well as astaroth and vidar

[@mikazukiaugus8422]

VIDAR

[@thatmotivatedchris6749]

Lupus over rËx Fight Me

[@insomaniac1796]

Imagine the size of the mace

[@ignisofficialgaming]

PG Lupus would be more likely to get released over a PG Rex. The lupus is a simpler design and is more popular overall than the Rex is

[@erubianwarlord8208]

the bit where the handle on the mace flexes is anime accurate too that thing was under massive forces all through out it run

[@TheLouHam]

It's just the animation style to show dynamic movement. The mace didnt really bend in the show.

[@nickykneecap]

Buying this kit this week. You’re my go-to guy for reviews. Cheers for that.

[@curtisgarnier2889]

I would love to see a perfect grade for this one

[@Aku_Dafi]

@@lolmao4811 never I think, the only possible thing is Master Grade

[@smokemidigofoolish5797]

@@Aku_Dafi I think we will get ibo rgs and pgs one day, seeing as most of the gundam frames have the same frame we’ll definitely get real grade when they can figure out how to fit all that in 1-144, and pg isn’t even a question it’s jus more when do they wanna release it, remember 00 came out in 2007 and there wasn’t a pg til 2017, plus ibo has definitely become one of the mainstays

[@Iizavampire2]

Now if only they would make a 1/60 scale of this, then I would be forever happy.

[@jeiku_balmung_iraisan]

Just imagine if this guy could weild the astray blue frame D's sibel swords with his sub arms, that would be so sick XD

[@xxnike0629xx]

The Full Mechanics version is a step up from the High Grade ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex. I like how the tail and the talons are done in yellow plastic. But it's a shame they couldn't do the claws as well. Perhaps later with a Master Grade ASW-G-08 Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex, Bandai could address this as well as improving other things like designing it so that it can hold the massive mace. That's pretty cool they're including the new style Action Base with the first print run of this. I just wish they would sell this new style Action Base separately for 1/144 and 1/100 and replace the now severely antiquated Action Base 1 and Action Base 2.

[@dunpealghs]

im really hoping for a true 1/100 mg of this kit without a doubt

[@xxnike0629xx]

Yea~

[@Souix1983]

thats exactly what he said in the video....

[@jasonroicatan2879]

5:30 Mace-chan being a loli. You're welcome. :)

[@vali69]

Jason Catan best part of this video xD

[@gyorno75]

looks like it's holding a chicken leg

[@lindis8030]

My only problem really with the HG one is the proportion. Those arms were too large for the proportion of its torso. The full mechanics did it justice no doubt. I'm planning to buy it this Christmas.. during Gunpla sale ( % off on kits in my country) :)

[@jeremiaheslao8182]

how come bandai hasn't released RG and MG versions of IBO kits (except for the MG barbatos)? It's been five years already!

[@twistedouttamymind5278]

yo I'm so happy I was looking for a 1/100 scale lupus Rex review and I couldn't find it and I was waiting for u to have it and now my day has been made thanks

[@linhhong6804]

Come back to this video after they annouced the MG Barbatos, hopefully Lupus and Rex got the MG treatment too. And above all, may the Rex be able to hold the mace this time :)))

[@maxs9062]

Linh Hồng Lupus Rex getting a Master Grade would look awesome.

[@link-kun5974]

Mg is 1/100 too right?

[@unknowndevice6539]

@@link-kun5974 yeah

[@V2ULTRAKill]

An mg rex would be god tier considering aside from small posing issues and loose joined the full mechanics is MG quality

[@dwarftastic1151]

I like barbatos saying "Why are u so heavy?!"

[@jayashanperera3648]

An RG version of this kit would be awesome

[@highmarshalhelbrecht4858]

Mace Chan 2.0 How am I supposed to laid waste to my enemies if you keep taking on weight!? are we going to have to start that diet we've been talking about!? you know I don't wanna have to do that but I will!

[@Sideswip3dYusei]

Lupus Rex doing his Kenan and Kel "WHYYYYYYYYYYYYY!" impression very well.

[@abnz8009]

the whyyyyyyyyy section 😂

[@bcodeav4698]

a Bnz wwwwhhhhhhyyyyy??? 😅😂😂

[@mittenasker3290]

a Bnz wwwrrrrryyyyyyyyyyy

[@technopepper9450]

Plz make a MG version of the lupus rex! Loved the MG barbatos already, can't wait to see more

[@goodstuffbadstuff2304]

I wonder if you can mix them together. I like the barbatos lupus designs, especially the red shoulders but I also like a lot of stuff about the rex's design like that chest and tail.

[@bomberguy06]

Honestly I wish Bandai wasn't stopping at just four kits for the 1/100 Full Mechanics line for IBO. Just this and Bael, then that's it :P

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+LoneSoul06 they seem to be struggling with their 1/100 lines. They seem to be trying a lot: MG, RE100, 1/100, Full Mechanics, Hi resolution. They seem to be testing the market and nothing seems to be sticking. I'm guessing the first batch of 1/100 didn't sell too well so they're doing what they normally do when that happens, limit releases to popular (or expected to be popular) Gundam only kits.

[@barbatosmcmurderton4209]

Mecha Gaikotsu Really? I'm surprised to hear that. Of the first round of 1/100 IBO kits I've bought all of them except the Graze Custom and Kimaris Trooper. I haven't gotten the former because of availability and the latter because, honestly? I was kind of underwelmed by the first Kimaris 1/100. I'm pretty bummed that we haven't gotten a Full Mechanics versions of Gusion Rebake Full City, Shiden, or Flauros. Flauros in particular, because I was really looking forward to seeing how the transformation would be integrated.

[@bomberguy06]

Yeah I really wanted a Flauros 1/100 with those rail guns, maybe even some grunt suits.

[@daws761]

Mecha Gaikotsu kind of weird, i thought that the 1/100 was doing good as a line....

[@boon1662]

Barbatos be like WHY IS IT SO DAMN HEAVY WHYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!??????

[@thebritishgeek]

I am so tempted to buy this so i can modify the lupus with it. but i just dont know if i can justify the price....

[@aaaaaaaaooooooo]

I'm curious, what are the specific differences that make the proportions look right in this one? Like, does it have slightly longer upper arms to balance the huge lowe arms, etc.?

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+aaaaaaaaooooooo what I've noticed is that the distance between the knees and the skirting armor seems longer, the feet don't appear to be as big, so the legs have an overall longer appearance. The arms feel relatively slightly shorter and thinner than the high grade, and the hands seem more proportionate. It's still a bit ape-ish, but not as much.

[@aaaaaaaaooooooo]

Thanks!

[@mikazuki5931]

the blade tail is upside down

[@goldsocks9999]

I just want more MG IBO kits. We already have the frame!!!

[@wither5673]

should have added red clear plastic effect parts fro the glowing eye's and the tracing it leaves wen the head moves....then you could pose it with its arm cut off wen mikazuki goes sicko mode in the final episode!

[@sugarhmchan8273]

4:55 Barbatos’s screaming was very hilarious

[@lagunaseca3806]

I really love to have this kit but barbatos doesn't have an actual rival to pair with. I was thinking if bael would make a good rival pair for barbatos

[@choblerv5550]

Sorry about the late comment, but do you think this would be a good first/ beginner kit? Ive done alot of research and want to really invest into this hobby because i feel i will enjoy it alot, and this design looks absolutely badass.

[@user-gv9mf6ft8i]

it is the one of the best 1/100 barbotos

[@ratedyellow3]

come on Bandai give us the master grade model of the ibo line

[@regissofi7138]

I got news for you XD

[@BirbyHunter]

We've come from the future to tell you that Bandai will release an MG Barbatos

[@V2ULTRAKill]

@@BirbyHunter ive come from the future to say its as good as you hoped

[@christophergemcruz4517]

Did you tried to put the "mace" of 1/100 to the 1/144? Im just curious, if the Hg can hold on that mace. Please reply😢

[@megatron8490]

Im glad it had thr same inner frame as the barbatos because i absolutely LOVED the inner from of barbatos

[@jjuan4382]

Though the joints are lemon loose. I think I have a set of skills to tighten them

[@ShinKyuubi]

I saw a tutorial online for one of the Lupus Rex kits to where you can make the Heel Bunkers extendable, it's in Japanese but it's not sped up or anything and he shows the process in detail so if you want to get the Heel Bunkers going look around and it's easy to find..it usually pops up when looking for reviews of the Lupus Rex Gunpla.

[@akmalzarin3649]

Honest question. Between MG Lupus Rex and MG Barbatos, which one is better? Because i cant decide which one to buy. Help a brother here please.

[@winatas]

emm i think i'am not to regret preorder the HG, just because its strong enough for holding ultra maze and more cheaper. and maybe because i like kingkong for no reason, so its obviously connected LOL

[@gabdlc_]

same. fixing the waist section on the hg to make it more proportioned is easier than all the fixes in the 1/100.

[@scrungus8117]

+Anon Zero big Harambe arms though

[@winatas]

Anon Zero that what iam gonna do. hehe

[@Sutchii_]

What paint you guys recommend for the tail?

[@hajiro9988]

I feel like I'm watching a car expo cause of that music ☺

[@tofuakio3478]

"WHY ARE YOU SO HEAVY ?????? WWWWWWWWWWWWWHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" I laughed out so hard in that part. lol

[@gundampeacekeeper]

The Rex and the kimaris vidar are pretty disappointing to me compared to the other kits in the looks department. Probably won't pick this up and I'll wait for the bael

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+H. Wright Kimaris Vidar looks like a seahorse Gundam :)

[@DestinyDragonGod]

The Gundam that looks the most appealing to me is Gundam Bael. Really hoping the 1/100 is good for it

[@jeffersonvillahermosa4588]

hahahaha dafvck?! Seahorse? hahaha.

[@solarius5331]

I used the mega mace chan of HG of this to the 1/100 Barbatos HAHAHAHA

[@cowboybarbaryn1302]

The Barbatos Lupus Rex is my favorite mobile suit, so I’m really looking for a good version.

[@Arrowdodger]

Ah, so the weakness exposes itself, failing to hold the big weapon. Suddenly thinking it's a mercy we don't have the Helmwege Reincar in this scale

[@Xtank425]

that last bit though :D does lupus rex still have weight issues with the large mace from the fourth form?

[@Arrowdodger]

Glad you like this one. some of the past 1/100 Barbatos kits have been inferior to the high grades, but this design works well

[@Linkonstigt]

Looks like this might be my first 1/100 kit. :)

[@azizhamdani6779]

Hello, just thinking, in IBO gunpla either 1/144 or 1/100 have useable part for another gunpla from IBO gunpla. Can you make a custom mobile suit from using parts from IBO gunpla? Like what you did in kimaris trooper 1/144

[@mayoniez4308]

aziz hamdani Yes most if not all HGIBO kits can interchange parts. Dunno abou 1/100

[@thefirstbeybladeburstnatio4018]

Can you tell me what the extra inner frame parts and hands are for? I think there for making Barbatos but idk

[@jiyuunhuli-jing5021]

are these 1/100 IBO kits compatible with each other like the HGs?

[@TheBlonex]

So after building all the barbatos forms, which is your personal favourite?

[@blackRockExile]

love the emotive poses and captions😂😂

[@oroborus4113]

I didn't get a stand in mine

[@cheaplizardstudiosofficial]

We need a 1/100 shiden

[@Agamembar]

Just order this recently since its was available, I have the HG but this review made me buy the Full Mechanics. Bit of a Barabatos fan so I think I will end up getting a few versions of the beast but glad to hear that this is a good kit just to get.

[@daminime4045]

That mace handle looks like its going to snap so easily >_

[@taufikpratama5356]

Wow... I like gundam barbatos

[@gabrielbumanglag3303]

I Tightened the joints on my kit and it works a lot better. I used a thin layer of cement.

[@SFATFACL]

i really this video that you made! "why r u so heavy" LOL

[@daviid_ee]

QUESTION. I've just built the 1/100 Vidar and noticed the frame and armor use the same plastics used with the Freedom 2.0. I really love the rubber-ish feeling of the frame . The plastic used with the original 1/100 Barbatos felt so cheap and flimsy, so much that the joints became loose so fast and armor pieces broke fairly easy, and that kept me from getting other IBO 1/100 kits...until the Vidar. So, I'm curious: Do the Barbatos Lupus and Lupus Rex use the same plastic used on the Vidar or do they still use the same one as the original Barbatos?

[@zorh136]

every gundam kit uses polystyrene plastic, except for MG's frames, the frame of a MG uses ABS

[@daviid_ee]

SilverWolf the MG Freedom 2.0 doesn't use ABS. It uses a rubberish polystyrene for the frame, which is a lot more flexible than ABS and doesn't look as glossy either.

[@zorh136]

David Escobedo then it is still polystyrene

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+David Escobedo I completely agree with your observation. I had all my old 1/100s from season one on my desk when building this, and those kits are absolute garbage compared to this and the FM Lupus. You're right, they feel different, apparently it's still the same Gundam frame as the 1/100 Barbatos, but that thing is like a floppy marionette in comparison to the full mechanics kits, it can't even stand up. They've definitely changed something. I haven't built the Vidar (yet) but the Barbatos Lupus and Rex feel much better than the season 1 kits.

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+David Escobedo it's definitely not ABS (I loathe ABS, it's such a pain to work with), but they might have changed it to a better quality or better mixture of polystyrene like the 2.0

[@grimmestcreaper2212]

That pose at the end is how i'm gonna display this kit. Nothing else will look better. BECAUSE OF THAT STUPID MACE RAAAAAAGH

[@havocbringrguy7041]

mega mace chan earned my like, the why section earned my sub :D

[@Chrisorr]

I've generally avoided buying gundam models due to how fragile they are and sought only the action figures. However the full mechanics models have drawn my attention. My question being, are these models a bit sturdier or are they are fragile as every other gundam model?

[@Gay_Priest]

two months late but no, these are not action figures. theyre basically high grades but bigger. they are decently sturdy for posing and display but theyre absolutely not meant to take any real abuse. in terms of gundam models what youre looking for are the High Resolution kits. they have the same kind of snap together plastic for the armor, but the inner frames are pre-built die cast metal

[@dane4519]

Yeah some of them are pretty fragile but they are really not meant to be played with to much like action figures, they are more of a shelf peice and/or a collectors item

[@iamtummyliciousm9045]

what is a no grade, full mechanics different from a master grade?

[@aleccap5946]

These kits are not getting cheaper, so when will someone come up with a system where you can adapt and use those joints without sagging ? I painted my Rex and it looks good, but its huge at 1/100 and should have been £19.00 but with shipping I got stung in total £75.00 but was it worth it ? No, its a plastic model kit that's produced in its tens of thousands and international shipping at that price shouldn't cost that amount of 6 weeks wait time eh. Good review BTW

[@excaliburn3724]

hahaha the last sec was cute xD

[@alvarodiogolopessousa5911]

" here's a mace you can hold buddy :) "

[@berserk3305]

The frame looks cool

[@lowerding]

4:54 Barbatos Nightmare

[@Mexicanninja68]

Mecha, do you know when they're going to start making MGs?

[@scrungus8117]

Nobody knows except Bandai.

[@melodyy9628]

May I know if I need to use glue for this set? I have never built a gunpla before. I am willing to purchase this as my first set.

[@heavenscloud1047]

How much did this model kit cost? I'm thinking of getting back into this hobby again after watching IBO.

[@iamtummyliciousm9045]

Does this have an opening cockpit?

[@wakaneut]

How dya modify the shoulder joints to be strong enough to lift the club? I got no idea.

[@The_Wosh]

i wonder what series will be next

[@hendytan3219]

Hello bro! Nice vids and review! But can u tell me whats the height on full mechanic and HG in comparison? Thanks!

[@zyan554]

LOL I always love your review brah :))))

[@BNuts]

I'd say being unable to hold Mace-sama is a problem. Still no mention of the canons which, if you watch the episode with the battle, are mounted on the outside of the cuffs, not the palms as I originally thought. Bandai should also included red eyes for Unchained Mode.

[@xxnike0629xx]

Ben N Bandai should also included red eyes for Unchained Mode; That's probably going to be for the inevitable, eventual Master Grade version either included or a P-Bandai variant later.

[@daws761]

Ben N the cannons are mounted inside the forearms so there's no piece for that, they're literally hidden.

[@elblaise5618]

If someone would be so kind as to clue me in, what is the primary difference in the MG line and this emerging Full Mechanics line? The level of detail seems, as far as I can tell, to be on par with the MG line so I don't really get why this series needs a whole new product line.

[@wildwing64]

"Full Mechanics" is just a fancy name, really. The kit is essentially a scaled up High Grade, with slightly more detail here and there. This kit's joints aren't strong enough to hold its primary weapon, which isn't as much of a problem with Master Grades unless the weapons are really big and heavy. So basically, Master Grade-ish details but without the Master Grade build quality.

[@elblaise5618]

Thanks for the info. I've been trying to figure this out since the original FM Barbatos.

[@daws761]

El Blaise something with the FM version is different from the previous 1/100 as the FM inner frame ages a lot better. Also, MGS have better quality standard, better color separation, they come with decals/waterslides, they dont have stickers and they have an opening cockpit. The ibo 1/100 line is like the older no grade 1/100 except they made inner frames for ibo.

[@mustardmustardmustardmustard]

I really want a master grade of barbatos lupus rex

[@redactedduetosafetyreasons]

Barbatos Lupus Rex As A MG Would Be Amazing.(Same With The Regualr Lupis). I Mean Come On, It's Not Impossib-You All Payed Everyone To Stop Caring Until Love Is War Is Finished Didn't You? Everyone: Yes. OH COME ON!

[@user-gv9mf6ft8i]

you like the lupus or the Rex more?

[@haziqashraff1029]

I like rex cuz it looked very different from gundam that have the same colour

[@dickgrayson2567]

Do u need to paint it when u put it together?

[@ahmedjagirdar2773]

Nope. Only if you want to customise it

[@gesie0504]

Cannot Hold His Maze?! HERESY!!!!

[@vidar476]

LOL the ending😅

[@risue08]

I have an issue that regards the hg gundam lupus backpack. when I remove the attachment it gets lose. hope bandai fixes it.

[@jailbotmark1379]

Can the lupus hold the mace properly with both hands? Also, when are you gonna review the FM Vidar?

[@CrownofRa]

Would you need to do any seam line removal on this?

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+CrownofRa A little, like the mold lines on the shoulders. As for seems, not really, only on the inner frame if you're so inclined. I didn't do any at all and it still looks fine.

[@vedajanitra8199]

And here my Barbatos Lupus Rex HG can hold its Mace without any support. Seriously, the joints are super tight !

[@kirillkapaln4536]

and this backpack is color accurate

[@r3vampx47]

is this good for beginner?plz answer ps:i sub whoever that reply

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+Thanks ByeBye yes it is, perfect for beginners, but you might want to tighten some joints. Now gimme that sub 😬

[@r3vampx47]

Mecha Gaikotsu ok thanks i sub you

[@aidan_person_thing5685]

Does anyone know the size of the wire used in this kit I have no idea how to measure it and I want to buy a longer wire with a stronger hold if anyone knows anything I’d be in your eternal debt

[@Prodbyyoungfiji]

I can't wait for the rerelease

[@Flapjack-vh6yc]

Can anyone tell me what the green boards are called with the white lines with squares on them what are they called

[@czar_aznable5018]

what's with the side ports on the backpack, can you plug things into them?

[@MegaKurtus]

please review the HG 1/144 Astaroth Origin! it looks sick!

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+Kurt Martin I'll add it to the list :)

[@nitsuga13]

You need to review the MG Barbatos

[@maegaman1519]

there needs to be a full mechanics Astaroth.

[@Tofu6969]

99.9% of comments : random 00.1% of comments: the kit itself

[@taufikpratama5356]

Is it this perfac grede

[@bdgaming3188]

wait, is the Full Mechanics line replacing master grades? Im back from a 7 year hiatus and when i left, Real Grades were just coming into the fray. I need to know, Because most american sites are REALLY low on stock of kits

[@MechaGaikotsu]

+The_Card_Couple!! Full Mechanics so far is only for Iron Blooded Orphans. There is Reborn 100 for UC kits as well. Basically the MG line is down to a handful of releases a year now, and mainly been releasing Seed and UC kits.

[@bdgaming3188]

I like this. I just purchased the Wing EW kits i needed to complete the set and a handful of Full Mechanics IBO kits. i like the new price point as well

[@bdgaming3188]

Im an oldschool collector who had to leave the hobby due to financial and personal reasons 6 years ago. I come back and we have MG level detail in $23 kits? 6 years ago most 1/100 ANYTHING was $25 at most...and the quality was spotty at best (Looking at you Exia Avalanche)