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HGUC Zeong
This is my first model review so bear with me please. I’ll start off by saying that I suck at building models. I hadn’t touched a Gundam model in 7 years before I picked up an old Gaza D kit a few months ago. It turned out like crap on account I can’t glue or paint. Naturally, the HGUC kits help quite a bit as they don’t require glue or paint.
Assembly:
Being a HGUC it isn’t very difficult to put together. Doing the Zeong’s lower part was a little tedious as the piece that would connect it to the stand didn’t want to stay in place. Also, when doing the hands, I’d recommend having someone help you because you have to put in every finger. Instructions aren’t very hard to understand though it was vague on some of the complicated bits. In the end, it took me about an hour and a half to finish.
Head:
Zeong’s head isn’t rocket science to put together. It is easily detached It also contains the only decal that comes with the kit, being the eye. The “horns” on the side of the head are probably at risk for breaking off if you drop it or something so it's best to be cautious.
Arms:
Zeong’s arms are probably the most complicated part. Also the elbow joint has about 45 degrees it can rotate. The fingers can be posed well on account they’re each a separate piece. Also included is a wire and piece so you can pose the Zeong as if the incom cables were activated.
Torso:
The torso of the Zeong is rather bland and a lot more goes on inside rather than what you see. You get 4 thrusters on the outside and a semi complicated system for posing the ‘neck’ of the Zeong. The hips also get about 30 degrees to move if you’re going for a scene but I really didn’t find it worth it.
Legs:
Zeong has no legs, sorry. You get a piece to stick on the bottom with some articulation as machine parts a then 7 thrusters to stick on the bottom. The 5 small thrusters can be posed in any which direction and the 2 big ones move like a shoulder joint. The articulation for this part is nice though I don’t know if you’ll be looking up your Zeong’s ass anytime soon. You also get a stand that attaches to a hole in the bottom.
Final Thoughts:
The kit is good for folks like me who suck at modeling. Also, if you’re a UC or Char fanboy, you won’t be disappointed. Other than the lack of ability to pose, it’s a nice kit. The bonus wires make the kit more fun so it’s worth it if you’re willing to fork over the little extra for a high quality kit.
