Couples take flight! Renowned Japanese model kit manufacturer HASEGAWA, famous for its realistic aircraft, warships, and race car kits, is expanding its popular "Tamago Hikoki" (Egg Plane) model kit series. Their latest release features the iconic couple from the classic anime "Super Dimension Fortress Macross," Max and Milia, in their respective VF-1J Valkyrie model kits! This set is slated for an April 2022 release.
The "Super Dimension Fortress Macross" (超時空要塞マクロス) anime series first aired in October 1982 on Japan's TBS television network. It was a groundbreaking work, pioneering the combination of romance, idol singers, and transforming mecha. The series also famously appeared in the "Super Robot Wars Alpha" game, fighting alongside iconic mecha like Mazinger Z, Mobile Suit Gundam, and Evangelion units.
In the original series, Max Jenius is a highly skilled pilot for the U.N. Spacy. After a fierce battle with Milia Fallyna, a formidable Zentradi ace pilot, the two rivals unexpectedly fell in love, eventually marrying and starting a family. This Tamago Hikoki model kit set features their respective VF-1J Valkyries, each sporting their iconic color schemes. Sold as a complete two-pack, displaying them together perfectly captures their romantic bond!
HASEGAWA VF-1J Valkyrie "Max & Milia" (Tamago Hikoki)
Reference Price: 3,080 JPY (Tax Included)
Release Date: April 27, 2022
Dimensions: Approx. 81mm (Length), Approx. 91mm (Wingspan)
via： HASEGAWA