MG Epyon EW (Part 1: Unbox) Gundam Wing gunpla model review

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[@stillbornx14]

@MrChubs209 ive only built 1 mg and it was the wing gundam that came out last year. even if ur not a fan of gundam wing u shud pick it up, its a great kit and holds its buster rifle with no problem

[@Kefkaownsall]

@BeyMasterNico Thanks I might use tat base then

[@X105ENOIR]

was it a jedi with a lightsaber and a sith with a deathscythe??? XD

[@RazgrizXMG0079]

I had planned to get this for Christmas along with 1/100 MG Wing Proto Zero. I could only get Wing Zero, though, so I'll probably get this for my birthday. With a display base.

[@akiraman008]

@LelouchVsGundam and I

[@SKYAURA]

is that how you really pronounce the name?

[@tetsujin_144]

@shadowblack1987 I didn't mean to suggest you were lacking basic powers of observation. Good on you for building some kits. My point was that it seems like people can spot the difference between the HG and MG pretty easily. They say the MG looks "better" or something, if they're not prepared to elaborate. If they're the same, why does one look "better" than the other? Because they're not: the MG has been redesigned by Katoki. (hence all the "Katoki" talk in the video.)

[@tetsujin_144]

@shadowblack1987 Well for starters, you -can- see a difference, right? Most people seem to prefer the look of the MG over the look of the HG. This was no accident, and it's not because they didn't know how to make model kits way back in 1996. It's the result of conscious choices by the respective designers. That giant chest on the HG? That's a signature piece of Okawara design right there. The more overt changes to the design are mostly in the size and shape of the chest, shoulders, and wings.

[@tetsujin_144]

@shadowblack1987 I know the Epyon wasn't in the Endless Waltz -anime-. However, they are making manga and novel stories, with "Endless Waltz" in the title. Those stories include this version of the Epyon. This is why the box says "Endless Waltz". It's also why other MG Wing kits have been labeled as "Endless Waltz" versions even if they didn't appear in the EW anime. The MG Epyon is not the same design as the TV version. It's been redesigned. By Katoki. For EW side-stories.

[@tetsujin_144]

@shadowblack1987 No. Okawara designed the Epyon and all the Gundams from the TV show. Katoki designed -this version- of the Epyon, the one that appears in the Endless Waltz manga and in MG form, just as he redesigned the other Gundams for Endless Waltz. This is not the Epyon from the TV show (which had just one season) - as with the other Endless Waltz Gundams it's supposed to be the same machine, but it's a different design, a different representation of it.

[@tetsujin_144]

I always liked the concept of the Epyon's transformation but I think the execution leaves a lot to be desired, even on the MG version. The problem is that the transformation does nothing to hide or disguise the robot's chest and head. It looks alright if you view it from a high angle, but from a low angle you get the full "legs bent backwards" effect and it just looks dumb. Since they were redesigning the MS they had the opportunity to address this, and they didn't.

[@J374338]

i never knew it was a creature rather than an armor... 1 win for that the refine EW, great photography, the double dragon head... 2nd win a priceless pose on the other side, another win and just for 4800, win win win!!! which is the same as many other new MGS, especially it makes my regreted for buying the MGHD zeta 2.0 :(

[@kilo4b]

GOt a question... Epyon was in the Gundam wing series no question there, but, Why does the box has it labeled it's from Gundam Wing Endless waltz? It didn't show up in Endless waltz and if it did, it's design would've been changed like the 5 gundams in it.... o.O Why It's labeled as it's from Endless waltz?

[@Gatz22]

@MrChubs209 Go for it, its all about confidence, having time and patience to me its no difference but the fact that MG kits are larger and more detailed to build especially having more parts then HG and SD but as long you follow the manual its worth it when finished

[@tetsujin_144]

@ItsVince72592 Going for a TV look with this thing seems like a losing battle. I think trying to enjoy it as-is is the sane approach, trying to fit it into the TV mould would just make me crazy. But then, I'm not even sure the MG Wing Gundam is a suitable kit for building a TV-style Wing Gundam. :)

[@sunfireThu]

@MeisterStyx Thanks for letting me know. For a while, I thought there really is a PG Optimus Prime. That seems really interesting, because its head-body proportion is not as malproportioned as those in the Gundam 00 line. The gundams in Gundam 00 have got long legs but very small heads. :(

[@guanyu210379]

I can not remember how many years I have hoped for the MG version of Epyon. That is why I am very excited and have realized how stupid I am for choosing SAL for delivery option...stupid!...stupid!...stupid!...now I have to wait longer...

[@GenesicShinZyraelKai]

super excited for the MG Epyon... never expected them to actually make the Epyon, but hell, it's a nice thing to have... now I wonder if HG Epyon could fly... we all know HG Wing failed terribly at that... XD

[@shift9303]

Is it just me or are the proportions a little funny? What sticks out to me the most is that the center jewel does not jut out the furthest of all the chest geometry. Oh well, still looks like a great kit.

[@VSigma725]

@scopeeyevideo I think they look terrible. Especially since anyone of sane mind should be using this kit as a surrogate TV Epyon anyway... Now where's my real Wing Zero?

[@mastermega8]

@iamweird007 oh so that explains the wing gundam EW and the Shenlong EW kits :P at least the Deathscythe Hell EW did appear on Endless Waltz (OVA)

[@iamweird007]

@mastermega8 there are two different endless waltz, the movie where it did not appear and the manga where it did appear. this is from the manga

[@sunfireThu]

Perfect Grade Optimus Prime? Seriously, does that really exist as a model or are you making it up? Because it looks pretty cool, proportion-wise.

[@FMari92]

@MegaErvin18 There is a resin conversion kit for the original MG Wing Gundam...or was it the ver. Ka? I don't recall. Google it, if anything.

[@tetsujin_144]

@shadowblack1987 It doesn't say "ver. Ka" on the box, but that's just marketing. Katoki the Vastly Overrated was the designer of this kit.

[@japam_]

And now, HG 1/100 Epyon will meet it's destiny, or will it? It's a MG EW ver. of the Epyon so.... We're just gonna wait for the MG TV ver.?

[@Yukikazehalo]

the new manga series looks really good, but the Frozen Teardrop novel sounds TERRIBLE. its like a bad fanfiction written by a 12 year old.

[@EnricoPallazzoooo]

I'm very excited about the Epyon. I'm only worry about the Heatrod. I wonder how fast the arm joints will get loose because of it.

[@dattonex]

@pqcomics its actually masterpiece optimus prime and hes pretty old...actually bout to get replaced in a couple months by mp10...lol

[@vprjls102075]

Looks nice with all the new gimmicks, but kind of saddened by it not having jointed fingers like the MG Zaku v2 series of kits.

[@livinimmortal]

I was kinda hoping for them to change a more significant makeover like WingZero and DeathScythe or even Altron for that matter.

[@EluciaDeLuteIma]

@vincentalbion18 well lucky you The 0 gundam I bought on the weekend at planet hobby in Canada was $27 not including tax.

[@EluciaDeLuteIma]

@vincentalbion18 well lucky you The 0 gundam I bought on the weekend at planet hobby in Canada was $27 not including tax.

[@chlemer0]

so there are now 4MG EW gundams wing death and shenlong now is epyon i hope heavyarms and sandrock will be release

[@danteMdie]

@ComedicShinigami i noticed that... But we're talking about master grade here. Bandai got cheap on this one...

[@CirclesOfHellZERO]

in the OVA Tallgeese 3 was the replacement of the Epyon because it was destroyed if my memory serves me right

[@boeingnz]

Duo turn into FF8 Squall. The next thing you know Death Scythe welding a gun blade and have lion paint job.

[@edkwon]

@Virussduderule666 some kits are light some are heavier than others, it depends on the kit and the size

[@ComedicShinigami]

@danteMdie You don't have to. There are stickers that presumably go underneath some of the clear parts.

[@VirussRuss]

hey Robert question bro. The kits of gun-dam are heavy or light? why do I ask you may say, well cause my sister saw some kits of gundams and they where very cheap but she told me that it was light so maybe was a knockoff. oh and another question if the Gundam is already build can it be dissemble or it will be stock like that? I ask cause some where assemble but no custom paint well hope you take me out of the doubt bro later Robert take care and be cool man

[@MrEmerson727]

It sucks that Epyon comes before Sandrock kai and Heavy arms kai but Epyon does deserve mg treatment

[@MrChubs209]

Do any of you have recommend MG to a newbie iv built 6 HG and 4 SD kit what MG should I start with???

[@7651form]

@dgph0 No it's not, It's Quatre. Lookin kinda feminine standin next to Trowa in some hipster hat.

[@adrianpingco]

thanks for another great review bro! Can't wait for the tallgeese 3 and heavey arms to come out!

[@MrEmerson727]

It sucks a little that Epyon comes before Sandrock and Heavy arms but still Epyon duz deserve a mg

[@mastermega8]

I dont quite get why the box says Endless Waltz when it didnt even appear in endless waltz -_-

[@Pablo944T]

Just got mine in the post there 10mins ago!! its so cool i cant stop staring at the box art!!!!

[@namelessdwelling]

You reference Transformers a lot.. Will we ever see a Dual model Optimus Prime on your channel?

[@BlackMoses71]

Thumbs up if you the OPTIMUS PRIME was a straight up BEAST In transformers Dark of the moon

[@Akira2805]

I got this model 3 days ago at my local hobbytown USA. I was so stoked to have found it just sitting there. $70 bucks. But way worth it. ITS A MASTER GRADE. And its EPYON. my favorite from the show.

[@yangx18]

i hope that manga turns into an anime or at least a ova....it looks pretty interesting..

[@Godzilla3961]

very nice, i wonder when they are going to make a master grade of the original wing zero

[@egxtra]

@GenesicShinZyraelKai Maybe HG Epyon could have a similar fate to its anime counterpart?

[@CrappystuffVideos]

How about they remake Gundam Wing with the EW re-designs. I crave for a Katoki'd Leos.

[@GunplaAndPokemon]

@MrGn001 really? look around on his channel and find it before you post useless posts

[@tetsujin_144]

@ItsVince72592 I don't know - I think the markings actually look pretty good.

[@ice6571]

Hey rrobbert, can you please do a review on mg wing zero custom? Thanks~

[@willi211191]

Robert, is it possible for you to scan or take pictures of the artwork?

[@rey2103]

Its frustrating having this kit and having no time to build it!! ARGH!!!

[@MattisProbably]

im no fan of the epyon and wont buy this kit but i look forward to see the rest of your review anyway^^ i also have a small question! will you review other stuff than gundams again? like you did with the gurren lagann? its kinda refreshing to see different stuff every once in a while!^^ i myself try to get into different kinds of models right now, too. i have built the starship voyager from revell and i have the ikaruga and the zoid liger zero schneider from kotobukiya on the way to me.

[@heeroshinn]

Does gundam w will have the new series story of cartoon called gundam ew? 'cause there were series of gundam ew model on sell. I heard there was a new colony on Mars. Gundam W is the best gundam series ever. Heero is the best character ever. Gundam 00 and gundam seed are shit.

[@sujinjian]

MG Tallgeeses isn't out of the question, as it is mainly a color and weapon variation, Wing Zero TV is bound happen, with it's popularity and status as a lead gundam. Wing Zero EW 2.0? Sorry not gonna happen =/ Though I wish it could

[@DraconicDak]

@Say0n Deathscythe Hell and Wing Zero are well worth it though! :D

[@FreedomGundamX10A]

Did you notice the thingats [places that indicate that they'l change something and re-release] on the plate around the beam sword handle and the battery pack charger thing that goes on the hip? EPYON WHITE VERSION?

[@MeisterStyx]

@sunfireThu there's no PG of any transformers and no way its ever gonna happen cause TF is Hasbro and takara tommy NOT Bandai, what you have is the new released DMK's of Optimus Prime and Bumblebee by takara tommy.

[@TheJ5412]

haha this isn't a lead gundam... but it is awesome none the less!

[@stillbornx14]

ahhhhh i want mine so bad! dont have money to spare rite now :[

[@angelvsmaster]

Ø555Ø Lol leg looking dragon....... The motif is Stingray.

[@Agcsantos]

Will you be throwing your HG Epyon out of the window again? xD

[@nivlaxtended]

i'm waiting for your review on this to make my final decision.

[@Coruptin]

A non-grade Epyon was my first kit in the US. Brings me back.

[@MrGn001]

Hey dude what do you think about Gundam Age just wondering :3

[@VirussRuss]

@edkwon hey what up friend oh ok thanks I think my sister pass on a great deal then

[@TypeLP6704SV]

@gunplabuilder123 none. well maybe gp02 lol nuclear bazooka

[@BlitzkriegOmega]

Rrobbert...Make HG Epyon Share the same fate as HG Wing...

[@littleice97]

@soaringwithfreedom it shows up lighter on camera i guess

[@TheGrimNACHO]

Just a question...do you have the 1/100 MG Strike Noir???

[@K7TZ]

finally ...after this r u ever gonna review mg wing zero?

[@ZylethXenocian]

They wear cloaks so Jawas don't recogniz and sell them.

[@soaringwithfreedom]

i got this kit and my red parts are darker than yours

[@JamarWilliams94]

@LelouchVsGundam I haven't seen a tallgeese in forever

[@DeathWing03]

I'd prefer a Tallgeese really XD. 1 or 3 preferably :P

[@Ldad27]

wtf pg optimus prime? but that's takara tomy! they sue

[@megas2468]

I'm getting mine off Ebay and it looks Fantastic, When it arrives I'll be looking forward to building him (^^)

[@xXhunter47Xx]

@Athos523 the "on" part can be pronounced either way.

[@raiser188]

hey i just notice that,,i see wing zero EW on the box

[@ShadowGundam1989]

Where can i find this kit and do they have a master grade Zero there both my favorite gundam model kits.

[@Say0n]

Tha kit looks cool !!! ... i don't want to buy it because i will have to buy all the other EW kits lol

[@DragonboltBlastter]

i dont really see the difference bteween the body of the HG and MG only that the HG is a bit blocky.

[@edkwon]

@X105ENOIR That image was very 'Five Star Stories'

[@wingshad0w00982]

So, what will happen to your other epyon, will it suffer the same fate as your old wing kit?

[@VSigma725]

Please don't cover this thing in Katoki decals...

[@ThePatxiao]

how is this design different from the normal one?

[@KingZekt]

@GERRY1989ner youtube videos take time to process

[@Brotherhood_Knight-Miku01]

In the construction Manuel: " I have the power!"

[@danteMdie]

U have to paint the clear parts? Seriously? o_0

[@blindheats]

those other decals, where they water or seals?

[@mrdelgadorashdi]

crossin' ma fingers hopin fer heavyarms MG...

[@mobiusZero2]

what are you going to do with the old Epyon?

[@Gweapon01]

zero will be the last release... most likely