HG Zaku II [Red Comet Ver.] & Type C-6/R6 - Gundam The Origin (Review)

Here's the High-Grade 1/144 scale Zaku II [Red Comet Ver.] & Type C-6/R6. More Zakus from The Origin line of HG kits is never a bad thing, but if you've already got a couple then you may not find much new to enjoy with these. Still though, fantastic kits!
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[@reiamuro7515]

My God an mg zaku origin would be glorious.

[@vincentalpiepedrozo2337]

I've been waiting...

[@2bored2care23]

Want one to go with my rx 78-2 but don't wanna get the 2.0 because its a little too animeish for me. I tend to go for more realistic looks but the rg is trash apparently

[@hanhtoobala7510]

I say the only drawback of these origin kits are the mono-eyes. They don’t have a moulded eyes like the zaku ii’s from stardust memory kits. Instead the origin kits got a flat surface for the mono-eyes

[@paologo3613]

bunkerpla actually has a video detailing how he modified the mono eyes on an hg zaku to make look a lot better. Link at the bottom if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp3HhZ-FjZlokNk

[@Snacks256]

It's too bad they don't include a clear round pink piece since even the SDCS Zaku has that. Just have to keep some rhinestones from the craft store around for all your mono eyes.

[@thomastsuihn]

Fortunately we have Builders Parts HD But they're so hard to find nowadays

[@UselessFox224]

If you nickpick you could as well say that the seam lines on yhe lower legs, forearms and spiked shoulder are some other drawbacks. Im totally fine with those except the one in the legs, cuz you can clearly see they fixed that on the Zaku 1 mold

[@thomastsuihn]

@@UselessFox224 I think the reason people are annoyed is because Bandai has done that monoeye detail already on older Zaku kits, but they didn't do it for the newer ones

[@MattsYTHandle]

Was able to grab this Char version, the Narrative A & C packs, and Zerachiel all for half-off retail price from ThinkGeek's closing sale 😁 Can't wait to build them!

[@katherinecox5801]

Gonna be picking this up soon (Red Comet Ver.) and a RX-78-2 The Origin version. Gonna be fun, haven't built one of these in over a decade!

[@cheetor71]

These Origin Zaku's are great kits. I will probably get the different variants of them. I've built the C/C5 and Char's Zaku II. The first version.

[@Coolio_Ash]

alright this seems like the definitive version to get. i've been waiting for that.

[@Serger989]

I wanted to see exactly this video comparison and you delivered. Subscribed.

[@ZakuAurelius]

Thanks!

[@dantedrake1112]

Definitely going for this Char's Zaku, I want one with the standard machine gun but with the extra detail of the Origin Kits

[@RamzaBeo]

I love how many spare parts you get with the origin C-6 it’s probably my top HG, and for the price you can’t beat it. It might be on the smaller side but it packs a punch!

[@Chewie_Coffee]

I’m sure sales for both these kits will come down the line. Since Char’s red comet version is the definitive version perhaps the old one will go out of print for an early retirement? The C6 may or may not have the same effect on the C5, guess we will have to see. Great review, covered the differences nicely. Keep it up!

[@B1_224]

YOU KNOW ZAKU CEBU!!!! THE DUDE IS AMAZING I ACTUALLY GOT MY FIRST ZAKU FROM HIM!!!

[@vustvaleo8068]

would be interesting to see HG The Origin kits be used as base for the Build series line, probably Gundam Build Divers season 2 that is now currently still in production.

[@thomastsuihn]

You're kidding, right ? Divers season 2? No way Sunrise will continue on a failed series

[@vustvaleo8068]

@@thomastsuihn but Sunrise themselves confirmed the 2nd season during the 40th anniversary live-presentation, also the series may not be good but it is not a failure and is considered a successful series thanks to merchandise sales, in other words it does its job well as a toy commercial.

[@thomastsuihn]

@@vustvaleo8068 Oh well never knew it was confirmed, hope season 2 will have a better plot

[@iqbalsk8s]

I just built the HG RX-78-2 and Dom Tropen Sand Ver. Never built a Zaku kit before, so I'm definitely getting the Type C6/R6 ^_^

[@BLAZE084]

I've only built the super vanilla Waff so those kits are not a bad thing: extra accessories to share with a bare bones kit. That works.

[@1976Colombiano]

Excellent advise, I have not built one HG Origin, so it is a good point to just get one and do it.....

[@HellStingOzunit]

I could see getting 2 of the green zaku so you could have 2 of the arm guns parts on each arm

[@Jcc2224]

I wish they woulda brightened up the colors a bit to make them more in-line with the classic cartoon. Of course most Gunpla builders paint their kits to some extent, but others don't. Woulda probably sold more of these with a bit of a color change.

[@mechalinkergaming7169]

These colors are based on the OVA of the Origins. Plus, why would you stick to the awful salmon red of the original? Even for nostalgia sake, you can't deny the original Char Zaku II colors look retarded.

[@Jcc2224]

@@mechalinkergaming7169 We already had the OVA colors for Char before, but it's mostly this super dark forest green that bothers me, it's even too dark to match the OVA. I personally love Char's salmon red color scheme.

[@Spanky8402]

This is my 1st zaku build and I just got the new mass production model. It is a little disappointing to not having a zaku machine gun but I think I like the belt fed machine gun a little more. My local store is going to be getting the zaku and gundam war sets from 8th ms team and I already reserved mine by paying up front and that kit comes with a zaku machine gun and I am happy with that. They are older kits for the suits themselves but I have this zaku and the newer ground gundam and the war set comes with the GM head for the gundam. I love 8th ms team and these are must haves for me beginning with this new hobby. I bought some cheap files and a good pair of nippers, with your advice in the beginner's video and I have been taking my time building and enjoying the process. I am taking about 10 hours or more to build each kit and I really don't want to go any faster and I noticed a difference in my anxiety. I don't have horrible anxiety but it's getting alot better and I seem to be happier. Healing with gunpla, lol.

[@shinsenkitsune8823]

I just ordered two C-6/R6's.☺

[@DrForrester87]

I want more...I think I may have developed a Zaku addiction...oh who am I kidding? I've had one since 2001.

[@paolovillanuevamd]

I actually want an HG GTO Dozle Zabi Zaku 2 kit 😁

[@iwu-xm3xc]

That would probably be PBANDAI

[@paolovillanuevamd]

@@iwu-xm3xc probably. I hope the gold trim comes as WSDs tho.

[@iwu-xm3xc]

@@paolovillanuevamd What's a wsd?

[@paolovillanuevamd]

@@iwu-xm3xc water slide decals. I heard the MG had those as dry rub on and I can only imagine how nerve wracking applying those over all those curved surfaces would be! Or better yet, I hope they just include those as sculpted embossed or recessed details that will be easier to paint on.

[@iwu-xm3xc]

@@paolovillanuevamd however waterslides are too structurally weak

[@Zeon087]

They should make Garma's Zaku II FS in the Origin line. The ancient HG could absolutely use the update.

[@aised8938]

Wow i got proud when u say zakucebu from the philippines.. woohhoohh🇵🇭

[@Rey-sb6li]

Zaku collector here too from the Philippines!

[@TheMattTrakker]

I will not complain about the number of zakus they release...gotta catch em all.

[@hahahahahohohoho5085]

This is the only version of Zaku II in which the Char version doesn't look worse than the standard green one.

[@stevenewhen]

Waiting for origins Red Comet MG 1/100

[@robertlyons9646]

im trying to get a replacement for d1 runner for zaku ii c6/r6 could any point me in right direction what other cheap zaku kits i could use to use as a part donor to get another? as i hear its pain to get replacement runners/parts in us and canada. sorry to bother all

[@sinnygeorge4288]

Amazing kit! I build it this week and it's was really fun. Btw how did you make them so shinny? It looks really good XD

[@emjiadesu8127]

i think he use clear spray,there are many type of clear spray like normal,matte,gloss(the i think one he use)

[@WormyJester8]

Does green Zaku have commander horn as the optional accessory?

[@ZakuAurelius]

It is among the leftover parts If I remember correctly

[@mgphyothant]

I don't understand why Bandai doesn't make MG versions of C-6/R6 Zakus. They have more accessories and look better.

[@krisjou1473]

zakuaurelius, you should go to cebu someday! the foods there are great!

[@michaeljohnsingun1616]

Double that. Visit Manila too

[@krisjou1473]

@@michaeljohnsingun1616 he's been there a few years ago, even has a few vids about it

[@foxnthebricks6820]

I’ve always been curious do the markings that aren’t the eyes and lenses cut out?

[@seanstapleton8046]

What old kit are you comparing this to? These origin Zukus are brand new...

[@ZakuAurelius]

What old kit was I comparing them to? I don’t remember at all

[@seanstapleton8046]

Aight thanks. I assumed you had meant the C-5 kit

[@SteveSolars]

Is it just the lighting or how are the kits so shiny? What was sprayed or used on them?

[@ZakuAurelius]

The plastic normally is a little glossy

[@brawlpwnagestudios]

Is the char zaku here more red than the original origin kit?

[@Crazy_Dialga]

I can't wait for my Char one to arrive

[@doctorx0079]

So this would be a great kit to say, replicate the scene where Char's Zaku kicks the Gundam in the stomach

[@Guini04]

I just bought 3 c-6 zakus

[@anyothernamelikemashugana2532]

Im still hoping for a MG 3.0 or a origins ver.

[@justiciajanjosephd691]

just wait for the char’s zaku GTO and the green zaku GTO

[@blackcomet2nd950]

I think Bandai still needs to make an origins zaku 2 high mobility type R-2 because if they did then I would really like to have one.

[@StaBond]

zakuAurelius do you know how to remove the seam lines for the legs and still be able to connect it to the thighs? This is something im been trying to figure out before i build this kit

[@ZakuAurelius]

I haven’t done it yet but I’m sure it’s going to require cutting around the knee joint. I’ll be doing it soon in a WIP video as I plan to paint these

[@alvinshaw33]

So this is the 3rd time these suits were produced? What up with the weapon systems tho? The shields are still $60. I need them but nit $60.

[@fazuthepazu6107]

from what i know/heard bandai has stopped the printing of these system weapons which would increase the price

[@jipapz2991]

Greetings dude from Philippines ☺️

[@froakie14]

Ive got the red one

[@wolfseek]

Are those water decals

[@ZakuAurelius]

No

[@wolfseek]

@@ZakuAurelius thanks bro the sheet looks like it thats y i asked

[@itsmesaiph]

Is there a seam lines on the legs?

[@Tombstonecross]

the green Zaku is pretty dark

[@MidnightHatter]

I really like the articulation on these kits but the plastic is just so shiny! They look like they're made of candy.

[@NoahR_]

Just give 'em a matte topcoat and you're good to go!

[@supergeno128ds]

Let me know when they make another Origin GM. Or another Origin Guncannon. Or heaven forbid another GUNTANK.

[@inactiveaccount2437]

Oh yes! We're all waiting for some new Origin EFSF Mobile Suits.

[@mattr.1804]

Still waiting

[@secondaccount8755]

Red comet is stronger too, but The first appearance of a red comet he could not stand the earth's atmosphere and eventually melted

[@doctorx0079]

Nice short to the point video

[@hks071]

I want mg origin kit.

[@SlowpokeSpartan]

Do these come with stands?

[@ZakuAurelius]

No

[@SlowpokeSpartan]

@@ZakuAurelius shit

[@SlowpokeSpartan]

@@ZakuAurelius does the red comet one come with it at least?

[@joshuahensley9395]

great kits, im happy with my c5 :p

[@zeondidnothingright9477]

just noticed that you didnt keep count on the vid here

[@sl4gg]

THERE IS EXCITEMENT BECAUSE THIS WAS MY FIRST GUNPLA!!!

[@DrForrester87]

I have 5 origin zaku IIs

[@arjhezanimating558]

Shiny!

[@FUFU0126]

Im in his Review do you guys see me

[@dawing214]

That's y ur face was posted on their page...lol

[@Tinybudgetfilms]

I ruined the 555 likes and made it 556

[@marcusyauza9238]

:)

[@lustreaux]

the stickers are the worst part of the kit. specifically those little stripes that line the skirt and legs. i got water slides and a 3d printed mono eye for mine

[@arrengozon1237]

Ay pilipino po kayo? HALA! HAHAHAHAHAHA or you just visited Philippines?