Wednesday, April 21

Preview: To chrome or not to chrome? Four new special releases from "The Mandalorian" from Bandai

Four interesting items focussing on "The Mandalorian" are the subjects of July's new releases from Bandai. The Mandalorian himself in two guises and his ship the "Razor Crest" (chromed or not-so chromed) are the subjects. These will really be popular! See what's included in our preview...


Three new special releases from "The Mandalorian" from Bandai

From the first live-action drama series "Mandalorian" from the "Star Wars" universe, the main character of that series "Mandalorian" is made into a plastic model on a 1/12 scale with various accessories from Bandai.
Mandalorian armor referred to the traditional armor worn by the human warrior clans of the planet Mandalore. Common traits included a helmet with a T-shaped visor that concealed their faces, and armaments like whipcord throwers, flamethrowers, and jetpacks.
The Mandalorians' bloody history made their armor an iconic symbol of fear. Mandalorian armor was made from beskar, which was one of the strongest metals in the galaxy. Beskar could protect the wearer from blasters and even lightsabers. The bounty hunter Jango and his cloned son, Boba Fett wore customized Mandalorian armor, which was made with a beskar alloy.
Din Djarin - the man inside the well-known armoured suit in "The Mandalorian" is the subject at the centre of these three releases...

Mandalorian - Beskar Edition
From Bandai Models
1/12th scale
Expected release in July 2021
Expected Price 5,280 yen / $USD 48.86
■ Beskar armor with a characteristic silver color is reproduced with a solid silver coating over the plastic.
■ Mando's jet pack on the back is removable. By using a joint, it is possible to attach a spear or a special blaster to his back.
■ The characteristic cloak is reproduced with cloth material parts.
■ Various weapons used in various scenes in the two series are included.
■ Various joint parts and a dedicated pedestal are included.

Accessories included with this model are two different blasters (his Amban phase-pulse blaster &  IB-94 blaster pistol) , His Beskar spear, the Dark Sabre & Mando's cloak.
■ Hand parts Gun handle (right), rifle handle (right), weapon handle (right), gesture expression for his left hand
■ Joint parts x 1 set
■ Dedicated display base x 1


Mandalorian - Beskar Edition (non silver plated)
From Bandai Models
1/12th scale
Expected release in July 2021
Expected Price 5,280 yen / $USD 48.86
■ Beskar armor is included, but this version is NOT CHROME PLASTIC COATED
■ Mando's jet pack on the back is removable. By using a joint, it is possible to attach a spear or a special blaster to his back.
■ The characteristic cloak is reproduced with cloth material parts.
■ Various weapons used in various scenes in the two series are included.
■ Various joint parts and a dedicated pedestal are included.

Accessories included with this model are two different blasters (his Amban phase-pulse blaster &  IB-94 blaster pistol) , His Beskar spear, the Dark Sabre & Mando's cloak.
■ Hand parts Gun handle (right), rifle handle (right), weapon handle (right), gesture expression for his left hand
■ Joint parts x 1 set
■ Dedicated display base x 1


Razor Crest (Silver coating Ver.) 
Expected price: 2,420 yen (tax 10% included)
Expected release date: July 2021
Mando's ship the "Razor Crest" is also included in july's releases, with this ship recreated in a (pretty small) three inch long size.
■ This kit replicates the heavy texture of the aircraft with silver coating.
■ A pedestal with a ball joint that can be displayed at the desired angle is included.
■ Stickers are included for markings on the Razor Crest
■ Dedicated display base x 1

Razor Crest (regular Version) 
Expected price: 2,420 yen (tax 10% included)
Expected release date: July 2021
Mando's ship the "Razor Crest" is also included in july's releases, with this ship recreated in a (pretty small) three inch long size.
■ This version is not chrome coated for easier painting for modellers.

■ A pedestal with a ball joint that can be displayed at the desired angle is included.
■ Stickers are included for markings on the Razor Crest
■ Dedicated display base x 1
Check out the Bandai Website for more on these kits and all their other releases that you have to track down from Asian model shops in the future…