Kit Review

Straight build + Panel lining + Decals

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (1/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (2/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (3/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (4/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (5/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (6/7)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] (7/7)

Upper body, front / rear

Weapon section

Backpack wing section.

Legs

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Since the backpack is pretty heavy, a support stand that plugs into the rear skirt

Since the backpack is pretty heavy, a support stand that plugs into the rear skirt is included.
You can get it to stand upright without it,
but using this stand definitely makes the pose a lot more stable. ^^

Both mega beam launchers rotated to the back.

Outer armor removed

Internal frame

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Only the clear parts have changed to yellow — the main body frame is 100% identica

Only the clear parts have changed to yellow —
the main body frame is 100% identical to the existing ReZEL.

This kit comes with both the Defenser a and b units.

Backpack parts shared by both the a and b units.

Defenser a unit.

There's no real internal frame to speak of, but it's packed full of micro missiles.

The a unit has a total of 12 micro missile hatches that open up.

Defenser b unit.
The two mega beam launchers are the highlight here.

Inside the b unit's mega particle cannon, there's actually an internal frame too.

The rest of the standard weapons are the same as the existing ReZEL.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Attach the beam parts to the large beam saber handle on the a unit and you get a P

Attach the beam parts to the large beam saber handle on the a unit
and you get a PG-sized beam saber.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Since the backpack section is heavy, the backpack mounting parts are secured firml

Since the backpack section is heavy, the backpack mounting parts are
secured firmly in place with a bolt.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - The center of the backpack and the mounting sections on both sides lock together w

The center of the backpack and the mounting sections on both sides lock together with pins and holes,
so the backpack stays firmly in place in MS mode.
You can really tell they put some thought into keeping that big heavy backpack secure.

Cockpit hatch open

Pilot figure with stand included.

Leftover parts.

The articulation is also identical to the existing ReZEL.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mega beam launcher action (1/4)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mega beam launcher action (2/4)

Mega beam launcher action

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Double mega beam launcher attack pose (1/4)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Double mega beam launcher attack pose (2/4)

Double mega beam launcher attack pose

Beam saber action pose

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - With the Defenser a unit attached (1/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - With the Defenser a unit attached (2/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - With the Defenser a unit attached (3/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - With the Defenser a unit attached (4/6)

With the Defenser a unit attached

It's quite a different style from the Defenser b unit.

Micro missile hatch open

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Beam rifle firing pose (1/4)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Beam rifle firing pose (2/4)

Beam rifle firing pose

All 12 micro missile hatches fully opened.

Large beam saber draw pose from the backpack

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Large beam saber action. It's so big and heavy that it's really hard to hold in th

Large beam saber action.
It's so big and heavy that it's really hard to hold in the hand. T_T

Transformation

Defenser b unit Waverider.
The basic transformation process for the main body is the same as the existing ReZEL.

Underside view

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - When transforming into Waverider mode, you need to pull the side unit mounting sec

When transforming into Waverider mode,
you need to pull the side unit mounting sections on the backpack rearward and reattach them.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - The mega beam launcher support uses two locking holes so you can set the angle nic

The mega beam launcher support uses two locking holes so you can set the angle nice and securely.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - The mega beam launchers are so large that the Waverider ends up being a really big

The mega beam launchers are so large that the Waverider ends up being a really big model too.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1 (1/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1 (2/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1 (3/6)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1 (4/6)

Mounted on Action Base 1

Defenser a unit Waverider.

Underside view

The a unit with the micro missile packs attached.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (1/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (2/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (3/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (4/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (5/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (6/9)

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Mounted on Action Base 1. (7/9)

Mounted on Action Base 1.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] - Together with the HGUC ReZEL Type-C. The HGUC version only includes the Defenser b

Together with the HGUC ReZEL Type-C.
The HGUC version only includes the Defenser b unit.

Together with the MG ReZEL / ReZEL Commander Type.

The mega beam launcher is the same one that came with the ReZEL Commander Type.

ReZEL Type-C Defenser b unit straight build shot

ReZEL Type-C Defenser a unit straight build shot

Defenser b unit Waverider straight build shot

Defenser a unit Waverider straight build shot

Following the ReZEL and ReZEL Commander Type, the ReZEL Type-C — which had already appeared as an HGUC — has now been released as an MG. The Type-C is characterized by the large Defenser unit on its back, and the HGUC version came equipped with the b unit featuring two mega beam launchers. This time around, the MG comes bundled with not just the b unit but also the a unit with its micro missile packs — both in one box.

Opening up the box — which is one of the largest and thickest in the MG lineup — you're greeted by 26 runners and over 500 parts spilling out, and just looking at it all feels incredibly satisfying. ^^; Of course, compared to the MG Full Armor Unicorn that once set the all-time record for part count, this is relatively modest (?) — but with both the Defenser a and b units included, the sheer number of parts is still pretty impressive.

The main body itself is 99% identical to the existing MG ReZEL with only the molded color changed, so it delivers the same articulation, joint strength, and frame detail. The one 1% that's different is that, because the backpack has gotten heavier, the backpack mounting parts now bolt directly to the back section of the body. On top of that, a support stand that attaches to the rear skirt has been added to keep the kit from toppling backward under the weight — and while it can stand well enough without it, once you actually use the stand it does a much better job of holding a natural, stable proportion, so I think it'll come in very handy. ^^

The mega beam launchers on the Defenser b unit are the same as those included with the MG ReZEL Commander Type, so there's nothing particularly new there — though the mega particle cannons on the side units do have a pretty convincing internal frame inside them. As for the a unit, a total of 12 hatches open across its six micro missile packs, and the impact of a fully-opened action pose is pretty impressive. The a unit also comes with a PG-sized beam saber, but it's so large and heavy that the hand joint really struggles to hold it up. That made it genuinely difficult to get a decent action pose out of it, and honestly it was a bit of a pain to photograph too..;

Both the Defenser a and b units are large and look great, so whichever configuration you go with, you get an impressively imposing and powerful-looking silhouette — and that's really the biggest selling point of this kit. That said, while the arm and leg articulation is good, the other joints aren't great, so the action poses themselves aren't all that dynamic. The b unit in particular is a bit disappointing in that the two large mega beam launchers can only point forward and don't spread out to the sides, which limits your posing options. The a unit, on the other hand, has all 12 micro missile hatches that open up, which gives it plenty of visual impact on its own.

The transformation process itself is the same as the MG ReZEL, but compared to the boxy, stubby Waverider of the standard ReZEL, the Type-C looks considerably more impressive in Waverider mode — probably thanks to all the extra weapons hanging off it. The b unit Waverider looks great, but the a unit Waverider is especially cool — just like in MS mode, opening all 12 missile hatches fully gives it a really spectacular look. That said, the transformation process is fiddly, and the fact that things don't lock together very securely after transforming — especially the legs — is still a frustration.

To sum it all up: the strengths and weaknesses of the existing MG ReZEL carry over intact, but the abundance of weapons makes it look so much more impressive that the overall quality feel is a notch higher. That said, it's hard to justify giving it more than the 99 points I gave the original MG ReZEL — certain issues like the post-transformation stability and some awkward joints make it impossible for me to go above 100... ^^;

Either way, even if you were left a little unsatisfied with the original MG ReZEL, this kit should give you a bit more to enjoy. If you're someone who likes to take your time with a build and wants plenty of parts to work through, or if you just love kits with a big, imposing presence, this should be a pretty fun one. :-)

MG RGZ-95C ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR]
Category	Rating	Analysis
Seam Lines	★★★★★	Nice touch having the weapon packs molded in one piece so there are no seam lines showing.
Molding Color / Color Separation	★★★★★	Well, this is just the bare minimum you'd expect from a big MG..
Proportions	★★★★★★	The large size, impressive weapons, and overall look are all great.
Articulation	★★★★	The arm and knee joints are good, but it's actually hard to get decent poses out of it.
Joint Strength	★★★★☆	Stability in MS mode is excellent, but things get a bit shaky after transformation.
Internal Frame	★★★★★	Transformation gimmick + full-body frame, and even the weapon packs have frames..
Detail	★★★★★	Great-looking frame with nice depth, and clean exterior panels.
Weapons / Accessories	★★★★★☆	Both Defenser a and b units included — incredibly generous.
Parts Count / Price	★★★★☆	508 parts total. 78.2 parts per ¥1,000. Pretty good value for the part count.
Uniqueness	★★★★★	Somehow feels like a step up in quality over the standard ReZEL.
Dalong's Point : 99 pts.

MG ReZEL Type-C [Defenser a+b-unit] [GR] | 2013. 3 | ¥7,000

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.