BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby Division, Japan, has unveiled the prototype for the completely new "R3 1/35 Billbine", a new entry in the "REAL ROBOT REVOLUTION (R3)" plastic model series – which focuses on robot anime from Bandai Namco Filmworks (Sunrise) – at the "63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show". This marks the first new release in the series in 17 years, with the release date yet to be determined.
The Billbine is a cutting-edge transformable Aura Battler developed by the Na Country's technical team, based on the Dunbine, and piloted by Sho Zama, bestowed upon him by Queen Sheila. This machine features a transformation mechanism into a highly mobile Aura Flyer, and is equipped with high-firepower armaments such as two Aura Cannons and an Aura Sword Rifle, allowing it to adapt to various combat ranges. However, its Aura Coefficient is only 0.99, meaning only an Aura Battler with powerful Aura Power, like Sho, can truly master its top-tier performance.
The "R3 1/35 Billbine" boasts a large size with a total height of approximately 25 cm. Its overall design faithfully recreates the smooth and refined curved armor from its original setting, and it can also transform into its Aura Flyer mode. The kit is produced with a rich variety of molded color parts including red, white, dark blue, and gold. The wings on its back are rendered with clear parts, accurately reproducing the intricate wing vein patterns.
R3 1/35 Billbine
Reference Price: 6,050 JPY (Tax Included)
Estimated Release Date: Undetermined
Product Specifications: 1/35 Scale Plastic Model
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