The latest addition to my Char Aznable’s MS Collection is none other than the MG Hyaku Shiki. I saved this model for last because I didn’t want to bother with gold plating. The Hyaku Shiki is a very old MG model; the year printed on the box is 2001. This model was probably a big attention getter at the time due to the flashy gold plating. I know it sure got my attention when I first saw it back then and now the model is finally mine after seven years! haha!
The MG Hyaku Shiki has very few runners of parts (10 total) coming out of its rather small MG box. There’s also no screws and many foil stickers to deal with. Going over the parts, everything looks rather simple and straightforward since you can easily make out what goes where even without looking at the manual. The gold pieces are connected to the runn frame from its inner side (take a look at the 6th pic) so that when you cut the piece, you can actually avoid leaving a dull spot on the gold part; this is smart thinking on Bandai’s part. The minor bad part about this is that you have to cut the piece then snip off the remainder on the piece to clean it off otherwise it’ll prevent pieces from fully closing. Foil stickers are just for the eyes, and front and back sensors on the head. It’s funny how the eye foil sticker is all black since the Hyaku Shiki doesn’t have any “eyes”. I was going to use gloves at first to not leave fingerprints but then I decided I rather have dexterity and efficiency so I didn’t use them. The gloves are from my Max Factory Genesic GaoGaiGar Ver. Final.
Construction was VERY EASY. No indirect assembly. No zigzag lines to follow. Just slap two halves together to make one (for the most part). This due to the fact that the Hyaku Shiki has no gimmick in and of itself anywhere though and that this is an old kit. The whole model from top to bottom is just plain and linear; this is almost like a HG kit with a fancy touch. It should take about 5-6 hours to complete this model at “casual speed”, depending on whether you want to slap all those decals on or not (I did).
The articulation in this model is pretty basic. The arms and knees can bend. The body can twist. The head and ankle can slight rotate. This is basically it. The shoulders are fixed and so is the area where the legs connect to the hip, making this kit limited in action poses. Dynamic poses can still be pulled off but nowhere near as flashy as its gold plating. I don’t mind it though since this is a very stable model and stands very well. I certainly hope Bandai considers releasing a Ver 2.0 though ^_^;
I bought this model solely to complete my Char’s MS collection but I still appreciate it for what it is. It’s a great looking kit and very easy to build so I don’t see any harm in buying it if you can find it for a great deal (less than 35).
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August 19, 2008 at 3:18 PM
Snazzy kit, I will definitely have to pick this up. I tend to like chromed-out models, they look great without paint.
I would love to get a full collection of Zeta-era MG’s, they’d better release a Marasai in the line, though.
August 26, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Definitely a cool model, love the gold. And the fact that this was Char’s last Ms makes it a must buy.
Now if only i could find some English subtitled Zeta Gundam dvds…
November 15, 2008 at 5:14 AM
Hey z,another awesome looking mg there!
One question,does hyaku+ballute not gold chrome painted?
What the other difference with this hyakushiki?
November 15, 2008 at 8:52 AM
The Hyaku Shiki w/ the ballute is not gold plated… and other than having a ballute, there is no difference.
November 15, 2008 at 11:29 PM
Oh i see..
I was wondering will bandai release the ver2 of this kit?
I really want it cause ive been collecting mg from z series..
Btw,your hyaku seems can be placed on a base,does it works on all mg,i want it for my old rx 78
cause it cant pose well on ground,hehe
November 16, 2008 at 12:21 AM
Yes, it’s Bandai’s universal action base. You can pick it up anywhere that sells Gundam models for around $6-7…err, or equivalent depending on where you live ^^;
As for a Hyaku Shiki Ver 2.0, only time will tell. We would definitely welcome one though.
November 16, 2008 at 1:03 AM
Yeah,i found one at my local hobbies for around $6..
But im afraid it cant attach to my mg cause it s the red chars zaku base,^^
now that you have explained it, im gonna grab that ‘thing’ hehe
thanks
January 5, 2009 at 8:41 PM
i like it but i dont want to deal with the gold plating id rather get i different one
February 4, 2009 at 3:06 PM
heyy….did u know that there is hyaku shiki ver 2 out soon? u can check it out at ngeekhiong~ i think the gold on that model is better….and its got better articulation as well~
February 4, 2009 at 3:26 PM
unfortunately, the new one is this EXACT model but in a different color and markings ^^;.
February 4, 2009 at 9:27 PM
nice bandai-ish way to milk gunpla enthusiasts dry ><
February 6, 2009 at 10:52 AM
FYI, the Hyaku Shiki does have ‘eyes’ or Eye Cameras. They’re dark red though and only show on ignition or any other time eyes “flash” on a mobile suit (usually when the computer is entering a new logirithum).
The Gold plating was sort of an “IN YOUR FACE” from A.E.U.G. to the Titans. It was initially supposed to be a transformable MS like the Zeta, but they scrapped the idea for mobility purposes.
March 4, 2009 at 3:20 PM
Looks ok…..but the fact tht it doesn’t have a V-fin gets to me……I’m a sucker when it comes to Gundams like the Strike or Freedom. And I wish the gold would be a bit more……yellow….it just looks a bit dull to me…..maybe its my eyes…
March 4, 2009 at 3:24 PM
You’re right. The gold is not very yellow. It’s more champagne color than anything.
April 8, 2009 at 4:36 PM
Can he do the folded arms like sinanju?
April 8, 2009 at 5:59 PM
not even close xD
May 3, 2009 at 12:07 AM
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June 30, 2009 at 8:39 PM
Hi, did you top coat it too?
June 30, 2009 at 10:55 PM
Why would I do that to this model? xD
July 14, 2009 at 1:05 AM
whats up with the gloves?