Kit Review

Straight build

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type (1/2)

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type (2/2)

The side profile is seriously slim.

The unique upper body and head design

Rear wing section

Both arms and weapons

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Slim legs~ the feet are especially tiny.. just standing upright is a pai

Slim legs~
The feet are especially tiny.. just standing upright is a pain;

Weapons shot

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - The blade is stored in the front of the blade rifle, and can be slid out

The blade is stored in the front of the blade rifle,
and can be slid out as shown above.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - A nicely proportioned action open hand. Only a left hand is included, an

A nicely proportioned action open hand.
Only a left hand is included, and it's a pretty dynamic style you don't usually see in Bandai kits.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - It's technically a transforming kit, but the articulation is pretty lack

It's technically a transforming kit, but the articulation is pretty lacking.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - The upper wings can be folded. Unlike the Flag, the rear wings on the ba

The upper wings can be folded.
Unlike the Flag, the rear wings on the backside are fixed and don't fold.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Attempting an action pose. Between the poor articulation and the tiny fe

Attempting an action pose.
Between the poor articulation and the tiny feet,
it's really hard to pull off any action poses in a standing position;;;
The photo above was taken by leaning it against the wall behind it — quite a struggle.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Some decent-looking stand action poses. This is a kit that absolutely ne

Some decent-looking stand action poses.
This is a kit that absolutely needs a stand for any action posing.

Descent or assault poses as seen in the show

Beam saber and missile launcher action

Blade rifle action

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type (1/3)

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type (2/3)

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type (3/3)

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - The transformation process is pretty much the same as the Flag. First, p

The transformation process is pretty much the same as the Flag. First, pull the arms out slightly to the sides..

Like the Flag, fold the waist double and then fold in the arms and legs.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - The method of locking the elbow pegs into the holes beside the knees is

The method of locking the elbow pegs into the holes beside the knees is also the same as the Flag.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - One difference is that instead of tucking the head inward like the Flag,

One difference is that instead of tucking the head inward like the Flag,
you pull the neck upward and tilt the head back.

Attach the missile launcher to the blade rifle..

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Then plug it into the top of the crotch and the transformation is comple

Then plug it into the top of the crotch and the transformation is complete.
Looking at the center section, it feels like there's a decent amount of gimmicks packed in there.

Flight position complete.
Somehow it looks more angular than the Flag..

Bottom view.

Mounted on a stand

Together with HG Exia. It's quite a bit taller than Exia.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Together with the similarly-conceived Graham's Flag Custom. Turns out th

Here it is alongside Graham's Flag Custom, which shares a similar concept.
The Enact's legs are quite a bit longer, aren't they.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type - Flight position comparison. The overall feel is pretty similar between t

Flight position comparison. The overall feel is pretty similar between the Flag and the Enact,
but when you actually handle them, the Enact's gimmick feels ever so slightly superior.

The Enact finally got an HG release after three different HG Flag variants had already come out. It showed up in the very first episode as Exia's opponent, so you'd think it would've had some real presence — but throughout the series it always felt overshadowed by the Flag, its lookalike counterpart. The Enact really got its moment to shine when it appeared as the machine of that polka-dot villain, al-Saachez. Which is probably why al-Saachez's Enact Custom was the first one to hit shelves.

Structurally, the Enact is built on almost the exact same concept as the Flag. It's a transformable unit with similar proportions and a nearly identical transformation scheme — aside from the overall detail design, it practically feels like a variant of the Flag. The only real difference is that instead of the head retracting inward like the Flag, the Enact tilts its head back. Beyond that, the transformation style is basically a carbon copy.

Compared to the HG Flag series, the joints are overall a bit stiffer, which gives it a more stable feel — but the feet are much smaller relative to the body than on the Flag, so just getting it to stand upright on its own is quite a struggle;; I think this might be the first kit I've seen where the feet are this tiny compared to the overall size and height. The articulation isn't great either, which makes pulling off action poses while standing on the ground really tough. You're basically going to need an Action Base 2 if you want any dynamic poses.

Setting aside the tiny feet and so-so articulation, the kit itself has improved over the Flag in quite a few ways. The transformation gimmick is a bit more solid and convincing, and crucially, everything locks into place really cleanly after transforming — meaning the individual parts hold their position well. The rear wing not being able to move is a little frustrating, but the solid lockup more than makes up for the other shortcomings.

In the end, it's very similar to the Flag but with overall quality improvements across the board — a solid, no-fuss kit. The Enact isn't exactly a fan-favorite unit, but I can't help wondering if they subconsciously put a little extra care into the design because of its association with the legendary man himself... (h-hey now...) The deep pink molded color also looks surprisingly premium.

Since it's unclear whether a 1/100 version will ever see the light of day, if you've had any interest in the Enact — or on the off chance you're a fan of the villain al-Saachez...;) — this is a kit well worth picking up without hesitation.

HG al-Saachez's AEU Enact Custom Agrissa type | 2008. 6 | ¥1,000

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.