Kit Review

Straight build + Panel lining + Decals

Size comparison with a cigarette pack

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Front detail shot (1/3)

Front detail shot

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - The flashy seals and decals all over the body. (1/3)

The flashy seals and decals all over the body.

The Ootori pack.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori pack detail shots. The color separation and detail work are stunning. (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori pack detail shots. The color separation and detail work are stunning. (2/4)

Ootori pack detail shots.
The color separation and detail work are stunning.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - The backpack is heavy, but the large anti-ship sword mounted on the back acts as a support stand,

The backpack is heavy, but the large anti-ship sword mounted on the back acts as a support stand,
so keeping it standing upright is a breeze.

Body outer armor removal shot

Internal frame

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Frame detail. Naturally, it's the same frame as the normal Strike RM version. (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Frame detail. Naturally, it's the same frame as the normal Strike RM version. (2/4)

Frame detail.
Naturally, it's the same frame as the normal Strike RM version.

Though some parts of the frame are done in two-tone, as you can see above.

The frame has great articulation, so getting a kneeling pose is super easy~

Cockpit hatch open

1/100 Cagalli figure

Some leftover parts from the Aile Strike remain.

The stand that came with the old MG Wing is included.

The Ootori pack detached and configured into flight mode.
As you can see, it's quite long.

The Ootori on the stand.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - You're supposed to fold the upper and lower wings together so they sit flush, but in my case one w

You're supposed to fold the upper and lower wings together so they sit flush,
but in my case one wing wouldn't sit flush properly and kept spreading open slightly..

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori flight mode from various angles (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori flight mode from various angles (2/4)

Ootori flight mode from various angles

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori detail shots (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Ootori detail shots (2/4)

Ootori detail shots

The wing sections can rotate freely on ball joints..

The vertical fins also have some range of movement.

The weapon mounting points are multi-jointed, so you can reposition them.

When mounting it on the back, you pull the nose section forward and fold it down.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Even when transformed into the mounted Ootori pack configuration, those three support legs let it

Even when transformed into the mounted Ootori pack configuration, those three support legs let it stand on its own like that..

The Strike Rouge's articulation is naturally identical to the standard RM version.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Dynamic launch poses (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Dynamic launch poses (2/4)

Dynamic launch poses

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Aerial firing pose (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Aerial firing pose (2/4)

Aerial firing pose

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Attack poses with the beam launcher and rail gun swung forward (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Attack poses with the beam launcher and rail gun swung forward (2/4)

Attack poses with the beam launcher and rail gun swung forward

The sword-drawing pose looks pretty cool too.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Large anti-ship sword action poses. (1/4)

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Large anti-ship sword action poses. (2/4)

Large anti-ship sword action poses.

Together with the MG Aile Strike RM version.

The Ootori pack is way bigger and more impressive than the Aile pack.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - Together with the old MG Aile Strike Rouge. As you can see, the colors have changed — the new vers

Together with the old MG Aile Strike Rouge.
As you can see, the colors have changed — the new version's pink came out brighter,
while the body color has gotten darker.

Together with the MG Strike I.W.S.P., which has quite the busy backpack.

Both are pretty wild-looking, but the Ootori side has a more refined and vibrant color scheme.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori - The old-version I.W.S.P. mounted on the new Strike Rouge. As you can see, the MG Strike's weapon p

The old-version I.W.S.P. mounted on the new Strike Rouge.
As you can see, the MG Strike's weapon packs are all compatible regardless of version.

The Ootori pack combined with the MG Strike RM version.

With the Strike RM version's new Aile pack attached.

Straight build

Following the MG Aile Strike Ver.RM, Bandai has now released the MG Strike Rouge using the new-version Strike body. What's interesting is that it comes with the Ootori pack instead of the usual Aile pack — and as you can see in the photos, it's a spectacular weapon pack loaded with four wings and a whole bunch of large weapons.

Since the body itself only differs in molded color, all the characteristics are identical to the existing RM version Strike — excellent articulation, solid joint strength, clean parts separation, and a full inner frame that shows off everything you'd expect from a top-tier MG. The pink molded color is a bit brighter than the old MG Strike Rouge, while the body color has gotten darker, giving it a higher-contrast look overall.

The newly added Ootori pack marks its first-ever plastic model release, and like the I.W.S.P., it's a flight unit that spreads four wings out in an X shape. On top of that, a rail gun and beam launcher have been added to the underside, and the weapon mounting rack on top carries a large anti-ship sword and missile launcher — making it a comprehensive all-in-one weapons platform that looks absolutely spectacular. The parts assembly is complex, but the fine color separation is done meticulously throughout, and the yellow stripe sections are well reproduced with stickers too. In terms of sheer style, this is hands-down the most impressive-looking weapon pack of all the Strike variants.

The Ootori has plenty of moving parts, but the joints are solid throughout, so it holds its position firmly no matter how you display it. In standing mode, the large anti-ship sword acts as a support stand, so there's no hassle keeping it upright at all. The simple display stand that came with the MG Wing series is also included, making it easy to set up aerial action poses. Most of all, the rock-solid stability in any pose is something I personally really appreciate..

It's great that despite combining the already stellar 110-point MG Strike RM with an even more impressive weapon pack, the price is the same as the Aile Strike. The Ootori looks so good and works so well that I bumped the score up one more point to 111 — this kit truly shows flawless quality in every single aspect. If you're a SEED fan, I'd strongly encourage you to build this amazing Ootori pack at least once, and it's a kit I'd highly recommend to any Gunpla fan looking to experience the latest top-tier MG. :-)

MG MBF-02+EW454F Strike Rouge + Ootori
Category	Rating	Analysis
Seam Lines	★★★★★☆	Not just the armor — the Ootori's parts separation is excellent too.
Molding Color / Color Separation	★★★★★	The lovely, pretty pink-toned molded colors. The Ootori's color separation is outstanding as well.
Proportions	★★★★★☆	The Ootori's stunning looks that blow the Aile pack out of the water
Articulation	★★★★★	Improved hip joints, legs that fold all the way, flexible waist.
Joint Strength	★★★★★★	Rock-solid joints despite the heavy backpack
Internal Frame	★★★★☆	Clean but slightly plain frame
Detail	★★★★★★	The Ootori pack's flashy detail work is large-scale and impressive.
Weapons / Accessories	★★★★★★☆	The Ootori pack — more refined and spectacular than even the I.W.S.P.
Parts Count / Price	★★★★★☆	370 parts total. 88.1 parts per ¥1,000. Excellent value for money.
Uniqueness	★★★★★★	A definite upgrade + the ultimate show-off weapon pack
Dalong's Point : 111 pts.

MG Strike Rouge + Ootori | 2013. 9 | ¥4,200

AIThis page was translated by Claude Sonnet.