"HG 1/144 Sandrock Custom Kai EW" Makes Grand Debut at All Japan Model & Hobby Show, Igniting Gundam Fans

The custom mobile suit "Sandrock" from "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz" has made its first public display at the recent All Japan Model & Hobby Show as the first-ever High Grade (HG) series kit under the name "HG 1/144 Sandrock Custom Kai EW," drawing an enthusiastic response from Gunpla fans.

When BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby Division announced the exhibit and information release on their official X (formerly Twitter) account, excited comments immediately poured in, such as "Sandrock Custom is here!!!!" and "So cool. It's one of my top favorite Gundams." Particular attention has been drawn to the faithful reproduction of its distinctive cloak.

This HG release marks the first such attempt for the "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz" series, and many fans are expressing their joy over this long-awaited development. At the same time, there's a lively discussion about the mobile suit's name. In contrast to the official "Sandrock Custom Kai EW" announcement, long-time fans show a strong attachment to the common name "Sandrock Custom." Numerous comments like "You just want to say 'Sandrock Custom,' don't you? I get it..." and "The name is 'Sandrock Custom' after all!! I don't know anything about 'Kai (EW)'!!" have been posted, indicating how deeply this moniker is ingrained among fans.

The appearance of the "HG Sandrock Custom" garnered so much attention that it ranked high among Yahoo! Japan's trend words, once again proving its immense popularity. Following this announcement, great expectations are now placed on future HG releases from the "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz" series, with comments such as "I want to collect all the Endless Waltz HGs too" and "They must have Heavyarms and Deathscythe."

The Context

"Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz" is a popular OVA (Original Video Animation) sequel to the TV anime series "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing," featuring updated designs of the original mobile suits. Gunpla, short for "Gundam plastic models," are highly collectible model kits based on the iconic Gundam franchise, with various grades indicating complexity and scale. "HG" stands for High Grade, a popular series known for its balance of ease of assembly, articulation, and detail, typically in 1/144 scale. The "Sandrock" is one of the five primary Gundams from the series, and its "Custom" or "Kai" (meaning 'modified' or 'improved') version, appearing in "Endless Waltz," is particularly beloved for its distinctive heat shotels and large cloak. The discussion among fans regarding the official name "Sandrock Custom Kai EW" versus the more commonly used "Sandrock Custom" highlights the deep connection and nostalgia fans have for the franchise's nomenclature.

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