REVIEW HG 1/144 STTS-808 Immortal Justice Gundam, Bandai

This is review of Bandai Gunpla HGCE 1/144 STTS-808 Immortal Justice Gundam from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM.

Bandai Gunpla HGCE 1/144 STTS-808 Immortal Justice Gundam Review

The HGCE 1/144 STTS-808 Immortal Justice Gundam, following the release of Rising Freedom, stands as a noteworthy addition to the Gunpla lineup. It shares its price point with Rising Freedom, marked at 2,640 yen.

Accessories and Parts

The kit includes a high-energy beam rifle, a Flash Edge 4 Shield Boomerang, a joint for MA form, and various beam effects. Notably, there are no surplus parts.

Stickers and Color Scheme

The Immortal Justice kit comes with various sensor stickers and foil stickers for the rifle and shield to enhance its appearance. The kit's color scheme echoes that of the Justice series, predominantly red instead of pink. Detailed attention is given to the head design, featuring a long parietal unit reminiscent of Justice types. However, the shoulder thrust, initially thought to be a weapon, is not. The joints utilize the latest design, avoiding polycaps or ABS and using only KPS. The "SEED Action System" ensures ease of posing due to its movement-specialized structure.

Design Comparison

This model shares a similar development history with Rising Freedom and is designed based on operational data from Infinite Justice, incorporating Orb's variable technology from Murasame. The Skydart His Lifter System is built into the back, though it seems less complex than its predecessors.

Articulation and Customization

The Gunpla features a structure that easily accommodates various poses. The hip joint has a downward sliding gimmick, and the legs are slender, equipped with "Kalukitora Beam Heavy Cutting Legs," generating beam blades from knees to toes. The thruster unit on the back and the wing thruster unit both have rotating structures, allowing for dynamic poses.

Weapons and Equipment

The Immortal Justice Gundam carries a high-energy beam rifle, similar to Rising Freedom's, with color coding supplemented by stickers. It also includes the Flash Edge 4 Shield Boomerang, a Wieselnagel Beam Boomerang attached to the side armor, and a beam effect. The weapons are designed to be held firmly, ensuring stability during display.

MA Form and Transformation

Although the MA form modification is straightforward, raising the nose and aligning the wings and thrusters, the transformation is simpler than in other models in the series. The transformation gimmick is simple, involving extending the toes, but remains stable and easy to handle.

Summary

The HGCE Immortal Justice Gundam, while released alongside Rising Freedom, features a simpler lifter design and lacks some of the flip-up or separation gimmicks seen in previous models. However, the large wings create an impressive silhouette, and the kit allows for dynamic movement. With many weapons carried over from Infinite Justice, the model adds new elements like medium-transformation gimmicks, enhancing its appeal. The HGCE Immortal Justice Gundam proves to be a dynamic and enjoyable kit, especially when displayed alongside Rising Freedom.