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 Today sees a cross section of new scale plastic model kits live on the site - and what a selection we have for you:
1/35 Border Break Shrike Type I - The Border Break Shrike Type I is the third release in Kotobukiya`s `Border Break` series of very high quality self-assembly model kits.
1/144 HG GX-9900 Gundam X - At long last Bandai have released a High Grade version of the GX-9900 Gundam X.
1/72 Omer Type-Lahire Stasis - The Omer Type-Lahire Stasis is one of the awesome new Core designs as featured in the `Armored Core for Answer` PS3 video game.
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 Arriving here at your favourite Gunpla store we offer the following new and exciting kits:
1/100 MG RX-78-2 Gundam v2 with Clear Armour parts - As part of the 30th anniversary of Gunpla, this is an updated version of RX-78-2 with some optional clear armour parts.
1/100 MG Musha Gundam Mk-II - Didn`t quite like the original Shin Musha? Then maybe this stunning MkII version is more to your liking!?
1/100 Gundam Avalanche Exia - This superb new kit is modelled after Kanetake Ebikawa`s design which first appeared in the `Mobile Suit Gundam 00V` series.
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Just a quick note to advise that although our latest inbound stock shipment is a little overdue, the good news is that it should arrive with us during this week. So please keep checking the site to see what new arrivals and re-stocks we have in store for you!
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 If you have found your way to the Gundam Mad website via our full page advert in this months `Neo` magazine (issue 73), then we heartily welcome you!
We hope that you will take the time to browse our wide range of Gundam model kits and hopefully make a purchase. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to email us - and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, which is full of the details of our latest offers and promotions.
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 A little later than expected, we are very excited to announce that Kotobukiya`s second kit in the `Border Break` series.
Yes - the 1/35 Border Break Heavy Guard II has arrived!
For those that may not be familiar with the `Border Break` series of kits, we can assure you that when assembled they are a similar size and complexity to a typical 1/100 scale Bandai Master Grade Gundam kit. They also feature the familiar assembly method of snap together coloured plastics, so no glue or paint required.
So why not try something a bit different? The Gundam Mad team do not think you will be disappointed!
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 1/60 PG OO Raiser + Clear armour + display stand - We are very happy to announce that we have managed to secure very limited stocks of the 1/60th scale Perfect Grade OO Raiser kit and with it we are bundling the limited edition clear armour parts and the limited edition display stand!!
And all for an astoundingly low price of £299.99!
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 Well I have to tell you that you are so lucky that these two kits have actually made it onto the site - the Gundam Mad team were so impressed when we frantically prized open the boxes with our sweaty, trembling hands that we wanted to take them home immediately. However, we are made of (slightly) sterner stuff and decided it simply would not be fair to keep them all to ourselves! So with a tear in our eyes we reluctantly reveal the following:
1/48 `Mega Size` RX78 Gundam - Yes you read it correctly - a 1/48 scale Gundam! How big is that you might ask? Well that equates to 37.5cm tall, or nearly 15 inches! Although the level of detail is fairly limited, the sheer size of this kit makes a massively impressive display piece!
1/100 MG Shin Musha Gundam Sengoku no Jin - This limited edition box set features the MG Shin Musha Gundam kit moulded in limited edition high gloss colours and gold effect plating. Also features an illustrated folding screen, bases to hold the weapons and a custom base to create a superb display.
I need to sit down!
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 Just when you thought it was safe to visit our site without being tempted by more Armored Core goodness, we bring you:
Rayleonard 04-Alicia Unsung - As featured in the `Armored Core for Answer` video game. Comes complete with slide-out PM missiles and fold-out Tresor plasma cannon as it`s formidable weaponry.
1/72 Interior Union Y01-Tellus Gunmetal Version - A re-release of the original kit, but finished in a dark gun metal colour scheme and also featuring new weapons too!
1/72 Rosenthal CR-Hogire Gunmetal Version - As with all the previous Armored Core releases, the parts are interchangable with other kits from the series allowing you to create even more unique models.
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 Here`s a selection of tasty new 1/144 Gunpla for you to drool over:
1/144 HGUC RGZ-95C ReZEL Commander - A slightly modified version of the original ReZEL which can transform between Mobile Suit and Wave Rider modes.
1/144 HG Arios Gundam Trans-Am Mode - With the same detailing and features of the original Arios but this time with the famous gloss injection Trans-Am finish.
1/144 HG Cherudim Gundam GNHW/R - A heavily armed version of the Cherudim Gundam as featured the `Gundam 00` series .
We still have heaps of kits to go live - so keep checking back to see what we have.
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 The awesome and absolutely enormous 1/100 MG MSN-04 Sazabi which was piloted by Char Aznable in `Char`s Counterattack` has always been a favourite of the team here at Gundam Mad.
However, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Gunpla, Bandai have released an updated version of Char`s MSN-04 Sazabi which features some optional clear armour parts. Not only that it still has all the features and quality of the original Master Grade release. Build it with all the original coloured armour, or fit the optional clear parts to show off some of the amazing inner detail - the choice is yours. (You'll also have a warm cozy feeling knowing that you own this limited edition version too!).
Either way this is one of the definative show case kits that any avid Gunpla collector should own. Click the link or image above to see why this kit comes so highly recommended!
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 It has been great to see that the latest Armored Core releases are proving to be be very popular and it`s also been great to receive emails from all the Armored Core fans to that effect. For those of you who have not yet taken a look at this exciting new range of kits, then here is a couple of very fine new releases that might just `tickle your fancy`:
1/72 Crest CR-C75U2 Close Combat Version - Which is a re-release of the original kit.
1/72 CO3-Helios Victoria Version - This one is unusual in that as far as we are aware it has never appeared in a Armored Core game.
More new Armored Core releases still to come, so please keep checking back!
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 Todays Arrivals are re-releases of some of the more popular Armored Core kits - so we present for your delight and wonderment:
1/72 Crest CR-C90U3 Dual Face - As featured in the `Armored Core: Nexus` PS2 console game.
1/72 Crest CR-C90U3 - Features mainly Crest parts with two Mirage weapon systems and a Python rail gun.
1/72 Mirage C01-GAEA - Formed in mainly dark metallic and pearl colours this is certainly a very nice looking mech.
Again these kits have already been discontinued by Kotobukiya - once our stocks have gone it will be a very long time until we see any more.
More new stuff very soon!
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 Although a little later than promised, today we are proud to announce the arrival of the first three new kits in the almighty 1/72 Armored Core series:
1/72 Nineball=Seraph - At around 21cm tall, this is the largest Armored Core kit ever released. More importantly, it`s unique design allows it to transform into flight mode too. The is without a doubt the largest and most impressive Armored Core kit to be released to date - simply stunning!
1/72 Crest CR-C06U5 Fascinator - At last a Zinaida`s custom Armored Core from the `Armored Core: Last Raven` PS2 game arrives in a 1/72 scale plamo format!
1/72 Mirage YC07 Cronus Gunmetal Version - A limited-edition version of the Mirage YC07 Cronus which features a super metallic gunmetal finish!
What`s more, these kits have already been discontinued by Kotobukiya - once our stocks have gone it will be a very long time until we see anymore.
More new Armored kits on the site real soon.....
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 Bandai have really gone to town on this new Master Grade release of the RX-0 Unicorn Gundam - By changing the head design, improving hip mobility and a giving it a new subtly altered colour scheme. More importantly a whole docking bay and four scale figures is now included which makes for a superb display piece!
Add to this all the existing features of the original kit such as the ability to be configured in `Unicorn` mode or the super sexy `Destroy` mode. To see what the fuss is about please click the image above or this link.
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 Just landed with us and fresh onto the site we offer you the following fantastic Master Grade kits:
1/100 MG Sinanju Ver.Ka Titanium Finish - How do you improve on an already awesome Katoki release? You give it a red coloured titanium finish! Words cannot express how good the coating is and this adds an extra level of desirability to an already immense kit!
1/100 MG Gundam Exia Trans-Am Mode - The much anticipated Master Grade release of the Gundam Exia in Trans Am colours is now here!
1/100 MG Rx93 Nu2 Hi-Nu Gundam with Clear Armour - To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Gunpla, Bandai have released an updated version of the Rx93 Nu2 Hi-Nu Gundam which features some clear armour parts - in addition to all the existing features and quality of the original MG release.
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We are sure to make the army of `Armored Core` fans happy today as we announce that we are to resume the supply of `Armored Core` model kits. However, this is not just a re-stock of existing kits, but a full on assault with a huge injection of the latest kits which are hot off the Kotobukiya production line. And to top it all off we will continue to bring you the latest releases as they become available. 
So if you have just read the above, but don`t know what `Armored Core` is or want to know more, then here`s a brief synopsis:
`Armored Core` is a series of console games which started back in 1997 with the release of the original game on the PS1 console. This ground breaking game featured giant mechs which you built up from base components (such as core, head, legs, arms, weapons etc.) which all have a `cost` - this allows the possibility for creating truly customised mechs to suit almost any scenario. However, the limited amount of points to spend on each mech means there was always a compromise to be made between, speed, weapons, armour and power. The mechs that you create then battle against other mechs through a story line, earning upgrades as you go, thus allowing your mech to modified in the manner that you see fit.
 `Armored Core 4` is the current release in the series and there have been numerous spin offs along the way, most of which have been released on all versions of the Playstation, XBox 360 and PSP. Finally, the much anticipated `Armored Core 5` is currently in development and scheduled for release sometime in late 2010.
So what does this all mean to the likes of us? Simple - some absolutely stunning model kits which feature superb levels of detail and finishes. Just as in the games you can move parts from one mech to another to build your own custom variants - just keep swapping the parts until you have created your own display masterpiece!
To take a look at current range of Armored Core kits we have featured then please click here. We will have an update when the avalanche of kits arrive later this week which will vastly expand on the range and availability. Problem is that I know this will mean that I will need to add some more of these brilliant kits to my collection and that will be a real hardship.....
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 Are you really into building Gundam model kits?
Do you have a large collection of Gundam kits?
Are you a serious Gundam model kit builder who spends hours slaving over the finest details in order to make your kit look `just so`?
Have you have a kit which you are particularly proud of?
Want to share your love of Gundam model kits with other like minded fans?
Well, if any of the above applies to you, then we want to hear from you - send us pictures of your kits and collections and we will aim to publish the best on our site for all to see and admire.
What are you waiting for? Send your pictures to info@gundammad.co.uk and hopefully your work will be shared with the vast numbers of people who visit our site every week.
We avidly look forward to your submissions!
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Just in case you didn`t know, this year Bandai is celebrating the `30th Anninversary of Gunpla`. Yes, that`s right, that means that Bandai have been producing Gundam Model Kits for thirty years! (Has it really been that long already, it really doesn't feel like it - does it?).
You might be forgiven for thinking that the Bandai executives would celebrate this momentous occasion by opening another bottle of Suntory whiskey... But no, what they did was to produce some exciting re-releases of some of their most popular kits and and release some new ones too!
Today we are focussing on some of the Master Grade kits which have been re-released to mark this momentous occasion. What makes these particular kits so special is that they now come with some additional body (armour) parts, (particularly the legs and arms) moulded in clear plastic. This means you can either build the kit with all it`s original coloured parts, or with the clear parts. Having these clear parts fitted allows you to see the great inner detail of the kit`s underlying chassis. 
If you want to take a look at some of these fantastic 30th Anniversary kits with clear armour parts, then please click the logo above or click here to take a look.
Bandai - we salute you!!
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 This weeks promotional pricing is available on the following kits until Friday 26th March 2010. So take the opportunity to grab one of the brilliant kits while they are available at reduced prices!
1/100 MG MS-07B Gouf Ver.2 - Was £43.99 now £36.99 a saving of £7.
1/144 HG Zock - Was £21.99 now £16.99 a saving of £5.
1/144 HG 00 Gundam - Was £12.99 now £10.99 a saving of £2.
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Many retailers offer `tat` at made up `sale` prices - however, we are rebelling against that trend by offering you some of our popular 1/100 kits at greatly reduced prices until Friday 19th March 2010.
1/100 Cherudim Gundam - Was £29.99 now £24.99 (saving £5, a 20% reduction)
1/100 Regen Duel Gundam - Was £30.99 now £24.99 (saving £6, a 24% reduction)
1/100 Gundam Exia - Was £27.99 now £22.99 (saving £5, over 21% reduction)
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We regularly get emails asking us lots of questions about the Gundam model kits that feature on our site. These questions are usually things like:
How big are they? How do you build them? Do you need glue?
Do they need painting? How difficult are they to assemble?
Well you may not know it, but we already have a wealth of information which aims to answer the above questions and more, in our Gundam Model Guide.
So if you think you need to know more then please check out the article. You never know it could just contain the info you`re looking for and ultimately allow you to have the confidence to treat yourself to that new Gundam model kit you`ve always been looking for!
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As promised, we have just received our stock of Kotobukiya`s first 1/35th scale model kit from Border Break - a networked arcade game by SEGA which features up to twenty battling mechs.
1/35 Border Break Cougar Type-I
Although these new kits are 1/35 scale, we would say that when finished they are similar size and complexity to a typical 1/100 scale Bandai Master Grade Gundam kit. They also feature the familiar assembly method of snap together coloured plastics, so no glue or paint required. However, we would suggest that you use a .05mm Pigment Marker - this will bring out the finer panel details to good effect.
We will be adding to the `Border Break` range of kits as soon as they are available.
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