RG / AC #17 – Wing Gundam Zero EW

“Wing Zero was based on the Zero Frame technology developed by the five Gundam Scientists, which was an inner frame with all the necessary components for the mobile suit to operate, completely separate from the armor platings and energy conduits for weapons. The performance of the frame itself surpasses that of the OZ-00MS Tallgeese, and the complete separation of armor and internal structure allows Wing Zero to continue fighting after losing up to 90% of its armor.”

Gundam Equipment

Twin Buster Rifle

A double-barrel type Buster Rifle. It has more than twice the power of the Buster Rifle equipped by the XXXG-01W Wing Gundam.

Beam Saber

Slashing equipment for close combat. Since it adopts devices made of Gundanium Alloy in every part; the power, function, durability, etc are exceptionally improved compared to those of ordinary MS. One apiece is stored within the pylons that connect the two smaller wings to the Gundam’s back.

Machine Cannon

Located on the shoulders, the two cannons are short to medium range weapons. They are capable of rapid fire thanks to internal drum structure. They are covered when not in use.

Wing Unit

When the Tallgeese Flugel is decommissioned, its four angelic-style wing binders are modified and repurposed onto the new Wing Zero. The two larger wings can be used as shields, as well as be used to protect the Gundam during atmospheric re-entry.

Kit Features

Equipment Powerful Enough to Complete Any Mission

The **Twin Buster Rifle** separated into individual weapons.

The **Beam Sabers** are stored in a pivoting section of the **Wing Unit**.

Quinn’s Opinion

Angelic Design; Unworldly Devastation

Cheers:

+ The Wing Unit has a TON of articulation, it can pivot nearly every way you could want it to and has multiple sections that expand/collapse.
+ I was a little wary of this kit since it is a relatively early Real Grade; however the suit assembles easier than expected and the Advance MS Joints are fairly solid.

Cons:

– I feel like I really struggle with getting the knee joints to look natural in most poses. Comparing my work to others it might just be a personal issue.
– The feet have very little articulation, although they can support the full build during static ground poses.

Closing thoughts:

Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz was my introduction to Gundam and the first DVD I ever owned. I can still picture the shiny foil design on the paper sleeve. I didn’t understand the world it took place in or know the characters, but they drew me in and I’ve never forgotten the Wing Zero. The story of the After Colony timeline ~~might be~~ is a godawful mess, but I will always be nostalgic for the cheesy dialogue and a selection of mobile suit designs & characters who live there.