Kind of, one problem I have with it though is that it wasn't a solid kit like the rinascita and its parts have had a bad tendency to be loose, even the hg wing Gundam I had didn't have those issues the fenice had. That said I do love the Gundam, wing mobile suits has been and still is one of my all time favorite gundams to date including the build fighter variants.
It's kinda funny. Gundam wing isn't one of my favorite series but I love the unique design of the Fenice. It's a damn good looking kit! Can't wait for the 1/100 master grade version!
If you are thinking of buying this kit just so you know it is a great kit but the Vulcans and stuff are green so be prepared to paint if you want it to look good. But once painted it does look amazing
The first gunpla I ever got love the heck out of it its all thanks to you keep up the reviews also got strike freedom best one yet next I'm getting the infinate justice what about you?
And i agree, i dont hate the wing gundam but sometimes it looks a bit bland compared to other wing mobile suits but still the wing gundam(s) are my favorite bunch of variants like the zero or the ver ka
***** thats been happening alot lately for high grades and rg because you end up using too much ink and then staining the plastic, this sadly happened to my rg zeta gundam on his inner left leg. But all in all the lining looks great on both
I grew up watching G Gundam so i always thought wing was a bit melodramatic and overrated so the wing suit never interested me but i just finished GBF like last week and i grew so attached to this suit. So i just bought this figure from amazon and ill be building it tomorrow thanks to your review.
Hey, I gotta say that your review convinced me to buy this kit. Short and straight to the point. Other reviews are just too long and dragging for me to watch. I just finished watching the series a week ago, and I fancied this one the most. And after watching your other reviews of the other Build Fighter kits, I might get the Gouf R35 and Crossbone Maoh next once I save up money again.
Guys I Know Im 4 years late and I just saw this kit online and im planning to get it but I dont have paint but I have markers so Is it still a good hg if I only panel line it. Oh, and one more thing I really like this hg I mean just the articulation, It is awesome and if I just put markers in it, this will be the most awesome high grades I have ever built. Also both the wing the weapons really looks fantastic
If you watched episode 15 of gundam build fighters, you would see a flashback of the wing gundam fenice. Before it was all customized and stuff, the wing gundam fenice used to be a regular wing gundam (with the shield and buster rifle) except it was painted green instead of blue. The extra parts are for those who want the original version of the wing gundam fenice. That's why there are extra shoulders, head pieces, and a shield.
***** I'm not criticizing you i'm just wondering if you could in future reviews explore these options so we thoose who want to use them can. I can't figure out how to finish the shield either
To be honest, I prefer this to the zero honoo. And I'm not a fan of the wing gundam either, though I certainly understand its sentimentality. And the meteor hopper is cool. And the fenice is cool. And asymmetry for the win.
I'm italian soooo of course I dig the colour scheme, but hey that asymmetry...man I love anything asymmetric. I'm sold, I have to get this HG! Too bad I was waiting for an MG release but the rinascita got it, still dig the colour scheme but it's not asymmetric!
Just placed a order for this today. I like all your reviews. Do you often add personal touches like paint and Matt spray? Or do you try to do the kits straight from box.
Well, it's never a straight build but I wouldn't say customize it either. I mostly panel line and add in extra painted details that are usually black, silver or white. Also, I don't top coat (though I should).
I’ve had this kit for a month and I can’t build the head. Literally those head wings don’t want to attach. Hell, it started to stress the plastic a bit on the tiny wings.. No clue what I’m doing wrong
Luke Haave I had the same problem too until I found out there was a second head unit for the gundam that box does say can make a classic wing gundam instead
I don't really mind that, I've just been thinking of getting something different because both of the builds had an inner frame and sort of felt similar.
***** I know the smaller, damaged one goes on the right side of the head, but I have no idea how to actually connect it. This is my first build, so... I'm inexperienced.
i actually like this version of the fenice because the un-proportional theme makes it look cool. While the fenice rinascita looks proportional and normal
Two things. 1. is this the same size as the normal 1/144 Wing Gundam? I have that model, as well as the Try Burning Gundam, and i was amazed at how it was dwarfed by the Burning. 2. Is this thing off white? or is that just the camera?
I'm about to purchase the same kit, for 1000k Philippines currency, is the price reasonable? It came from taiwan, Some told me there are cheap price on local market, I dont know if there are fake one too.
I have a question is this mode kit same size as the Crossbone gundam or SAME original 1/144 as the build strike. cause i was disappointed of hte SUPER SMALL 1/144 from the cross bone
Did something happen to your Fenice's right arm? Because it sort of looks like it's missing a piece. Also, I take it that the right shoulder beam cannon requires paint? If you don't like the Wing Gundam's look, then what is your opinion the Wing Gundam Zero (pre-Custom version)?
A Fay I took off the yellow forearm piece to further emphasis the asymmetry. Yes, you need to paint it. Wing Gundam/Zero and all its variants are whatever to me.
I didn't cut off bits of the connection tabs and everything fits correctly, its just that the right arm is loose and falls off (at the peg joint). If I try and move the arms they sometimes come out of the socket (the ball joint). The peg joint is the biggest problem on the arm. As long as I don't mess with it (or try to pose it), it can and will stay in one piece. One of the yellow bits on the chest also keeps falling off, even when I'm not touching it directly (the piece).
I know nothing about Gundam figures and I've never built one before. Do you think this is a good figure for a new collector? I really like the look of this guy but I'm not interested in the anime
I have a question about this like I've just finished building it and the left arm keeps falling off at the bicep and I don't wanna super glue it and mess up the articulation so is it anything I can do?
Thicken up the peg connection with Pledge Future Floor Polish. If you don't have that, use clear nail polish. Coat the peg with some of the liquid. Let it dry then see if the arm connection is tighter. If not, add another coat.
***** Hey man My Dark matter exia, his head is lose after I switched out mask faces...I broke the red face on accident, would the nail polish work on that ball joint?
0/10 no blush stickers. in all seriousness looks like posing this one is much less of a pain than Wing Zero Honoo, and considering I don't have a lot of markers, I might get this one.
This was my first gunpla. It's an awesome kit.
Omg it was my first to! Great design isn't it?!
@@theluminary7425 Yee, it's a good one. There's better ones out there but it's a perfect beginner kit.
anyone else like this a bit more than the reniscita?
i do... I like this better then the fenice rinascita because of the asymmetrical of the gundam. It's so freaking cool.
I like the original Wing Gundam TV version so this one works for me I'm also Italian so it's an A+ in my opinion
Kind of, one problem I have with it though is that it wasn't a solid kit like the rinascita and its parts have had a bad tendency to be loose, even the hg wing Gundam I had didn't have those issues the fenice had. That said I do love the Gundam, wing mobile suits has been and still is one of my all time favorite gundams to date including the build fighter variants.
I think the “single” wing looks so much better than having both wings
@@judeskater93 the HGBD Gundam OO diver ace and sky too some joints can get bee loose.
I've watched this many times, lost count, and now finally made up my mind... Im getting this Gumpla
Nelson Trinh Good choice!
GREAT, and i also try to buy this kit in future.
It's kinda funny. Gundam wing isn't one of my favorite series but I love the unique design of the Fenice. It's a damn good looking kit! Can't wait for the 1/100 master grade version!
I was really worried when I heard about some of the other hgbf offerings, but this review has rekindled my excitement to build this!
This caught me off guard 1:57 XD
you should have done its motorcycle too
If you are thinking of buying this kit just so you know it is a great kit but the Vulcans and stuff are green so be prepared to paint if you want it to look good. But once painted it does look amazing
The first gunpla I ever got love the heck out of it its all thanks to you keep up the reviews also got strike freedom best one yet next I'm getting the infinate justice what about you?
I have no clue.
***** what about the HG G-self it looks pretty cool
Yep. I love the design of the G-Self.
Just finished building this today and smaller than expected but totally worth it
you can actually separate the front skirt in the center of little ball joint, so that you can move it independently
Cool! Thanks for the tip!
This was my first kit and I'm glad this was my introduction to the hobby.
This guy reminds me to Ezio Audiotore - especially the asymmetrical wing! :)
Belum pernah main AC yg Ezio, tp pernah main yg Arno... Asik juga
Makes sense that Fenice is so posable - the 'real deal' was itself a Gunpla, and needed mobility and flexibility for combat use by Ricardo.
Do to my odd fondness for shoulder capes this is a must .
I'm new to Gundam so this is cool
And i agree, i dont hate the wing gundam but sometimes it looks a bit bland compared to other wing mobile suits but still the wing gundam(s) are my favorite bunch of variants like the zero or the ver ka
I did about the same panel lining as you but i wish i did as good on the face plate as you did to yours, great job in the kit and video
I didn't mention it in the review but I found lining on all the off-white plastic really tough. Maybe the lines weren't deep enough?
***** thats been happening alot lately for high grades and rg because you end up using too much ink and then staining the plastic, this sadly happened to my rg zeta gundam on his inner left leg. But all in all the lining looks great on both
awesome quick but informative review
I grew up watching G Gundam so i always thought wing was a bit melodramatic and overrated so the wing suit never interested me but i just finished GBF like last week and i grew so attached to this suit. So i just bought this figure from amazon and ill be building it tomorrow thanks to your review.
Daaaamn that looks so cool. Will definitely get it now.
Hey, I gotta say that your review convinced me to buy this kit. Short and straight to the point. Other reviews are just too long and dragging for me to watch.
I just finished watching the series a week ago, and I fancied this one the most. And after watching your other reviews of the other Build Fighter kits, I might get the Gouf R35 and Crossbone Maoh next once I save up money again.
For some reason, the wings on mine were extremely loose as soon as I finished building. The torso would pop out too
I still need to get this thing
I was thinking of getting this. And then The Wing Fenice Rinascita was announced! How do you feel about that suit?
I love the Rinascita design, though I do wish it was asymmetrical like the Fenice. Regardless, I'll be picking it up!
I think it looks pretty badass for a wing Gundam!
I love this units look though I do wish it's eyes were brighter
Guys I Know Im 4 years late and I just saw this kit online and im planning to get it but I dont have paint but I have markers so Is it still a good hg if I only panel line it. Oh, and one more thing I really like this hg I mean just the articulation, It is awesome and if I just put markers in it, this will be the most awesome high grades I have ever built. Also both the wing the weapons really looks fantastic
Btw you missed the other extras. It came with optional shoulder guards and some weird shield thing i've yet to figure out what to do with
SunFighterZachary And that's why I didn't mention them. They're not used with this kit - the parts are even crossed out in the manual.
If you watched episode 15 of gundam build fighters, you would see a flashback of the wing gundam fenice. Before it was all customized and stuff, the wing gundam fenice used to be a regular wing gundam (with the shield and buster rifle) except it was painted green instead of blue. The extra parts are for those who want the original version of the wing gundam fenice. That's why there are extra shoulders, head pieces, and a shield.
*****
I'm not criticizing you i'm just wondering if you could in future reviews explore these options so we thoose who want to use them can. I can't figure out how to finish the shield either
bought this one and the star build strike after watching their fight.
Tbh I never really liked the original wing design either, however this guy, so dandy! And don't get me started on the upgrade! (I really like it lol)
I don't think I've met anyone who doesn't love the Rinascita!
The Rinascita gets a hg release in september
I'm torn between this and the renascitta. Does the other one have parts to make this version too?
To be honest, I prefer this to the zero honoo. And I'm not a fan of the wing gundam either, though I certainly understand its sentimentality. And the meteor hopper is cool. And the fenice is cool. And asymmetry for the win.
This guy Is next on my list
i know this is an old kit, but V3 would you with this one or the rinascita?
I like this one better.
So I'm bought it and I'm building it but when the green pieces on the head come I can buy them on any tips?
Why didn't you separate the front skirts?
Cause I'm an amateur.
*****
Yes, yes you are. :P
haha!
TaurusOxford well he is a master of posing. Thanks for the posing ideas I was hitting a dead wall.
Which is better this or the original wing gundam
I'm italian soooo of course I dig the colour scheme, but hey that asymmetry...man I love anything asymmetric. I'm sold, I have to get this HG! Too bad I was waiting for an MG release but the rinascita got it, still dig the colour scheme but it's not asymmetric!
Bella fra!
Just placed a order for this today. I like all your reviews. Do you often add personal touches like paint and Matt spray? Or do you try to do the kits straight from box.
Well, it's never a straight build but I wouldn't say customize it either. I mostly panel line and add in extra painted details that are usually black, silver or white. Also, I don't top coat (though I should).
Could I use the gray marker for panel lining?
I’ve had this kit for a month and I can’t build the head.
Literally those head wings don’t want to attach. Hell, it started to stress the plastic a bit on the tiny wings..
No clue what I’m doing wrong
Luke Haave I had the same problem too until I found out there was a second head unit for the gundam that box does say can make a classic wing gundam instead
Should I get this guy as my first high grade? I've already built a real grade and a master grade and I was thinking of getting a new grade.
Yes. But be careful when working on the head
I suppose. Just remember that HGs are fairly unimpressive compared to RGs & MGs.
I don't really mind that, I've just been thinking of getting something different because both of the builds had an inner frame and sort of felt similar.
Then go for it!
ALEXTSRO those green fins do not like to stay attached.
does anyone know how to put the ears of the head? ples
my fenice won't lt me hold it with two hands what am I doing wrong
My top fave in GBF
Me to
I'm having issues attaching the green parts on the sides of the head. Little help?
Are you sure you have the right pieces? I know there's two almost identical parts for it.
***** I know the smaller, damaged one goes on the right side of the head, but I have no idea how to actually connect it. This is my first build, so... I'm inexperienced.
It's just supposed to slide into the tab. The connection might not be secure so you couls always glue it.
I see. Well, thanks. At this point, I've already finished the build, so, I guess I'll just take off the head and let stuff happen.
i actually like this version of the fenice because the un-proportional theme makes it look cool. While the fenice rinascita looks proportional and normal
Baby Monster Yep, I like this one more than the Rinascita.
The Suck part is the V-fin Fenice, Fragile.
Btw can you make a review on the Crossbones Gundam X1 Full Cloth
So isn't an action figure or just a model kit which one is it
This is probably the 15th time i've watched this review.. Still thinking on whether or not i should get this.....
JromeTJ I think you already know you want it.
Two things. 1. is this the same size as the normal 1/144 Wing Gundam? I have that model, as well as the Try Burning Gundam, and i was amazed at how it was dwarfed by the Burning. 2. Is this thing off white? or is that just the camera?
Yep this kit is small too. All the mobile suits from Gundam Wing are tiny.
***** k, thx ^_^ luv ur reviews, quick and to the point, without a bunch of extra chatter
Thank you.
Can you cut the front skirt in half for better posability?
Wat in the middle, yep
Type V3 are u sure the price for the fenice is 1800¥ as said I your description? I thought it was sold for less?
Good catch, it's supposed to say ¥1600. Nice to know people actually read the information I put there!
does the fenice also comes with the "meteor hopper" or is it only sold separately?
Separate i'm afraid. but it is available.
Sadly, it's a separate accessory.
I'm about to purchase the same kit, for 1000k Philippines currency, is the price reasonable? It came from taiwan, Some told me there are cheap price on local market, I dont know if there are fake one too.
What happened to the yellow piece on the right forearm? Did you intentionally remove it?
Wow, sharp eyes!
Yes I removed it to further emphasis the asymmetrically design. Just didn't make sense to me to keep it.
Ah, I see. Thanks, though my eyesight is actually quite poor.
I have a question is this mode kit same size as the Crossbone gundam or SAME original 1/144 as the build strike. cause i was disappointed of hte SUPER SMALL 1/144 from the cross bone
Wing Fenice is about 0.5cm taller than the Crossbone.
***** exactly how do you panel line it kinda scares me to try
I recommend looking up a tutorial video on it. There's no way I can explain it to you.
is the meteor hopper we must buy or it is in the box eh?
It's a separate item
i just got the rinascita should i get the fenice
+I Don't Know of course. i loves the head design of this kit.
What type of gundam marker do you use?
What was the gunpla you said that this was a copy of at the star
Start
+David chen HGAC Wing Gundam
Did something happen to your Fenice's right arm? Because it sort of looks like it's missing a piece. Also, I take it that the right shoulder beam cannon requires paint?
If you don't like the Wing Gundam's look, then what is your opinion the Wing Gundam Zero (pre-Custom version)?
A Fay I took off the yellow forearm piece to further emphasis the asymmetry.
Yes, you need to paint it.
Wing Gundam/Zero and all its variants are whatever to me.
Um does this come with parts that can make it symmetrical
Gamers Creed nope
Just picked this up from tatsucon!
Does it have leftover parts. ?
Who's better Crossbone Maoh or Fenice? And do they even sell renascita ?
I'd say they're about the same, so pick the one you like better.
Fenice Renascita will be released at the end of September.
Have you painted it at all in this vid or did you just use lining?
Patrick Vincent Aquino Just lining. I think.
***** is this a good first gundam? Please respond I really want your opinion.
Alex Dalton also how do you attach his little head feathers?
Alex Dalton i just finished mine and I love it!
+Alex Dalton this a good first gundam. Got for my son and he found it very easy to build. Hope this helped!
Are there any issues with balancing?
Gerald Caya nope.
The asymmetrical is killing me
It was originated from a gundam epyon
Do you have to use paint if so what kind did you use I just got my model kit yesterday.
All I've used is a black Gundam panel lining marker.
what is its hieght , how many centimeters ??
1/144 models are usually about 5 inches / 12.5 cm tall
Am I weird for wanting a master grade version of the fenice? Probably am
No. You'd be strange if you didn't want it. Your option has just made you another majority statistic.
Sad it didnt got any upgrades
Wing gundam rinacita
Want to buy it
How big is this Gundam?
My fenice keeps falling apart, is that normal?
Shouldn't be. Did you accidentally clip off the connection tabs?
I didn't cut off bits of the connection tabs and everything fits correctly, its just that the right arm is loose and falls off (at the peg joint). If I try and move the arms they sometimes come out of the socket (the ball joint). The peg joint is the biggest problem on the arm. As long as I don't mess with it (or try to pose it), it can and will stay in one piece. One of the yellow bits on the chest also keeps falling off, even when I'm not touching it directly (the piece).
Is it just a matter of how I handle it?
You could always glue in the yellow piece and thicken the peg/ball joints with clear nail polish.
Could be. After all, It's a model kit not a toy.
I know nothing about Gundam figures and I've never built one before. Do you think this is a good figure for a new collector? I really like the look of this guy but I'm not interested in the anime
It would be a great model to start with. HG kits are super simple to assemble, making them perfect for beginners.
This is a perfect gundam for beginners! Super easy to build with no tricky bits to worry about.
Awesome, thanks you two and I'll look into buying one of these!
Hey your parts is missing
How tall is it?
I have a question about this like I've just finished building it and the left arm keeps falling off at the bicep and I don't wanna super glue it and mess up the articulation so is it anything I can do?
Thicken up the peg connection with Pledge Future Floor Polish. If you don't have that, use clear nail polish. Coat the peg with some of the liquid. Let it dry then see if the arm connection is tighter. If not, add another coat.
Thanks man it worked!
***** Hey man My Dark matter exia, his head is lose after I switched out mask faces...I broke the red face on accident, would the nail polish work on that ball joint?
yes.
thank you, now i just need to get another to custom amazing exia.
very cool
the only time i wished i was Italian
Why does it look similar to gundam wing
Because it is base on Wing Gundam.
wing gundam fenice auditore
Don't show this to Death the Kid....
Hgrhdjhbh
TinfoilGaming lol!! So much win!
I would get if it where symmetrical, but it's not and that bugs me.
This is based on the HG wing gundam which is essentially the same thing but symmetrical.
+Epicshow64 Gaming and Moar The kit does provide extra parts so you can make it symmetrical
Oh, well then I may still buy it
Am i the only one who is bothered by thw missing yellow part on fenices right arm
Apic Ms design
this model kit is a gymnast
1:50. btw where's the thingy he rides?
It comes as a separate kit.
What you don't like the wing gundam o_O
Not really.
I think it was a close second to the death scythe for coolest up gundam from any series.
How Italian do Gunpla
be cool if it came with the motorcycle :)
it's sold separately as a HGBC kit.
Damn this looks way to hot....
got this for 50 buck from amazon worth it
$50? You paid double?
yea but it worth the money
+Toma Kuroshi not worth it for me.
i just got it for 15 bucks in amazon to lol
Toma Kuroshi 20 and below is the must fam, ya got jipped.
winh gundam là một gundam tuyệt vời
0/10
no blush stickers.
in all seriousness looks like posing this one is much less of a pain than Wing Zero Honoo, and considering I don't have a lot of markers, I might get this one.