Kit Review

Straight build + Stickers

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

HGBF Transient Gundam - Detail shots (1/4)

HGBF Transient Gundam - Detail shots (2/4)

Detail shots

A simple clear stand is included.

It can of course stand on its own as well.

Two weapons called GN Partizans are included.

The tips can be spread wide open.

A total of 5 hands are included.

HGBF Transient Gundam - The limb articulation is above average, though the angle the hip joints can raise up looks a little l

The limb articulation is above average,
though the angle the hip joints can raise up looks a little lacking.

GN Partizan action!

Action pose 2

HGBF Transient Gundam - Action pose 3 (1/3)

Action pose 3

HGBF Transient Gundam - Together with the HG Gundam Portent. Both are Build Fighters original mechs with a design concept bas

Together with the HG Gundam Portent.
Both are Build Fighters original mechs with a design concept based on the 00 series.

A new 00-concept machine has joined the Build Fighters lineup — the HG Transient Gundam. It's a design that feels somehow familiar yet fresh, and the kit's defining feature is its two large weapons called GN Partizans.

The overall quality is what you'd expect from a modern HG kit — decent articulation and solid joint strength, giving it that satisfying build feel. Looks-wise, the unit is pretty much all white overall, but the GN Partizans and the clear parts on the back serve as nice accent points, giving it a surprisingly sleek appearance.

The uniquely styled GN Partizans can have their tips spread open, and the stand that came with the HG Gundam Portent is included here in blue clear plastic, which matches the kit nicely. This stand was originally a small, simple one used with BB Senshi kits — it's molded as a compact piece with the parts connected directly to each other without a runner, so I'd expect to see it bundled with more kits going forward. The only weapon is the GN Partizan, so pulling off a wide variety of armed poses is a bit tricky, but the stylish look and unique weapon mean that even a simple pose can come out looking pretty dynamic.

Build Fighters Try is steadily putting out more and more original kits, which makes me think the show has settled into a comfortable level of popularity. It's definitely satisfying enough for Gundam Build Fighters fans, but even if you haven't been following the series, this is a kit with solid enough quality and style to be a fun build for anyone. :-)

HGBF Transient Gundam | 2015.4 | ¥2,000

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.