HG vs RG: which Gunpla should you buy?
High Grade or Real Grade? We compare detail, difficulty, durability and build time so you pick the right 1/144 Gunpla.
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Gunpla tips, comparisons and advice
New articles every week for builders getting started.
10 Gunpla mistakes beginners make (and how to avoid them)
Avoid the most common first-build mistakes: cutting flush, losing parts, wrong stickers, snapping pegs and more.
Read articleHow to apply water slide decals on Gunpla
Step-by-step guide to applying water slide decals on Gundam kits, with decal softener tips and how to hide the film.
Read articleMatte, gloss or semi-gloss: how to top coat Gunpla
Which top coat finish to choose for your Gunpla, how to spray it without fogging, and the mistakes to avoid.
Read articleGunpla for kids: which kits are right for young builders?
How to choose a Gundam model kit for a child: Entry Grade, SD and HG kits, age guidance and safety tips for tools.
Read articleHow to display and protect your Gunpla collection
Keep Gunpla dust-free and stop yellowing: display cases, sunlight, posing tips and safe storage.
Read articleDo you need glue or paint to build Gunpla?
Gunpla is snap-fit: no glue or paint required. Here's when cement and paint are worth it and when to skip them.
Read articleNew kits, build tips, one email a week.
Release dates, beginner picks and the techniques worth learning next.