REVIEW SDW HEROES Revival of The Heroes! Wukong Impulse Gundam [ Childhood ver. ] & Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam Set, Bandai

This is review of Bandai Gunpla SDW HEROES Revival of The Heroes! Wukong Impulse Gundam [ Childhood ver. ] & Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam Set from SD World Heroes series.

Bandai Gunpla SDW HEROES Revival of The Heroes! Wukong Impulse Gundam [ Childhood ver. ] & Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam Set Review

The Revival Wukong Impulse Gundam & Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam set is now available in the SDW series, which has released various kits. The logo on the package proudly displays the new Kira Steel Story.

The accessories for this set are minimal, featuring only the Star King's staff. However, the kit includes numerous stickers, covering various color schemes and three types of line-of-sight stickers for Wukong.

Parts and Construction

Surplus parts from Kyouki Strike Freedom are present, and the Revival Wukong Impulse Gundam and Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam are newly designed kits from SD Gundam World Heroes. The two-body kit introduces the reborn Wukong Impulse Gundam, depicting his growth into a young boy after saving the earth.

Wukong Impulse Gundam

Wukong Impulse's construction showcases a simplified and boyish small body type. The color scheme relies on stickers, requiring some parts, especially on the back, to be painted for completeness.

Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam

Sanzang Strike Freedom, a redeco version of Kyuki Strike Freedom, maintains its structure with a focus on white and gold colors. Stickers cover some parts, but detailed patterns and back surfaces require painting for a finished look.

Articulation and Movement

Wukong's structure is simplified, limiting movement to neck, shoulders, and slight upper body rotation. Sanzang retains the same shoulder swing but has better mobility due to a lack of hindering back parts.

Weapons and Poses

The weapons are simple, with Wukong's staff and Impulse's movable front flaps for dynamic poses. Sanzang's staff, the Star of Sanzang, is a faithful representation of a shakujo, requiring minimal painting.

Visual Appeal

Displayed against a white background, both models shine, complementing each other and the normal Wukong Impulse. The clear parts add elegance to their appearance.

Future Possibilities

The manual hints at a potential collaboration with Nobunaga Gundam Epyon, sparking excitement for future releases. The lack of a painting recipe makes this kit accessible for all skill levels.

Summary

The Revival of Wukong Impulse Gundam & Sanzang Strike Freedom Gundam Set is a rare two-in-one package, offering unique characters and designs. While Sanzang maintains the Soketsuden style, Wukong impresses with a new and simple structure, sculpted into a small, boyish figure. Both models may have simple gimmicks, but the inclusion of Sanzang is a notable highlight, leaving enthusiasts eager to witness Wukong's future success.