HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam Review – Gundam Wing Gunpla Build

 The HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam is a classic Gundam Wing Gunpla kit with a clean High Grade build, bold colors, and one of the most recognizable weapons from the series: the Dragon Fang. In this short review, I share my thoughts after building the High Grade Shenlong Gundam for the Tiny Build Desk YouTube channel.

HG Shenlong Gundam Build Experience

Building the HG Shenlong Gundam was simple, relaxing, and very enjoyable. The kit is not overly complicated, which makes it a good choice for beginners or anyone looking for a smooth Gunpla build. Even though the assembly is straightforward, the finished model still has a strong presence and captures the classic look of the original XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing.

The color separation looks nice for a High Grade kit, with the familiar white, blue, red, and yellow Gundam colors coming together well. Shenlong has a clean silhouette, and the design feels different from many other Gundam Wing mobile suits because of its martial-arts-inspired style.

Dragon Fang and Weapons

The highlight of the HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam is definitely the Dragon Fang. This weapon gives the kit a unique personality and makes posing much more fun. The extended arm gimmick helps Shenlong stand out on the shelf, especially when displayed in action poses.

The beam glaive is another great part of the kit. Together with the Dragon Fang, it gives the Gundam Wing model kit a strong close-combat feel. If you enjoy Gunpla kits with iconic weapons, Shenlong is a very fun build.

Watch the HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam Build Video

You can watch my HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam build video below. This cozy Gunpla build shows the assembly process on the Tiny Build Desk YouTube channel.

Is the HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam Worth Building?

For fans of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, the High Grade Shenlong Gundam is a great kit to add to the collection. It looks good on display, it is easy to build, and it has enough unique features to feel memorable. It is also a good choice if you are collecting the main Gundam Wing suits in HG form.

Overall, the HG XXXG-01S Shenlong Gundam is a solid and enjoyable Bandai HG Gunpla kit. It is simple, nostalgic, and fun to pose. If you like Gundam Wing Gunpla or want a High Grade kit with a cool weapon gimmick, Shenlong is worth building.

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