Gunpla Eve: The Ultimate Celebration
As the Gunpla Battle Championship World Tournament approaches its climax, the excitement reaches a fever pitch. The finalists have been decided, and the anticipation is palpable. To celebrate this momentous occasion, a grand festival is held at the tournament arena, featuring life-sized Gundam statues, interactive booths, and a plethora of events that showcase the joy and profundity of Gunpla.
A Time for Reflection and Preparation
Sei and Reiji, the two finalists, take a moment to reflect on their journey so far. They’ve come a long way, and their bond has grown stronger with each passing day. As they prepare for the final battle, they’re visited by Tatsuya Yuuki, who reveals his true identity as the third Meijin Kawaguchi. Tatsuya shares his passion for Gunpla, which was ignited by Takeshi Iori, Sei’s father. He explains that his goal is to spread the joy of Gunpla to the world, and to share his love for the hobby with others.
The Festival of Dreams
Meanwhile, the festival is in full swing. Kirara, the Gunpla idol, hosts a live broadcast, showcasing the various events and attractions. Rainer Cziommer and his Wodom_Wodom are defeated by a XXXG-01D Gundam Deathscythe, while China Kousaka and Aila Jyrkiäinen work on building a new Gunpla. Takeshi Iori, Sei’s father, makes a surprise appearance, having hitchhiked his way to the festival.
Cameos and Surprises
The episode is filled with cameos from various Gundam series, including Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, and After War Gundam X. Fans of the franchise will delight in spotting their favorite characters, reunited and living happier lives in the Gunpla universe.
The Stage is Set
As the festival comes to a close, Sei and Reiji face off in an unofficial battle, using their GPB-X80 Beginning Gundam and RX-178B Build Gundam Mk-II respectively. The crowd is electrified, and the stage is set for the final showdown. The world is watching, and the Gunpla community is abuzz with excitement. Who will emerge victorious in the end? The answer will have to wait until the next episode.
Stats and Quotes
- Mobile Suits: GAT-X105B/ST Star Build Strike Gundam, RX-178B Build Gundam Mk-II, AC-01 Miss Sazabi, Gundam Fenice Rinascita, YMS-15SS Gyan Vulcan, Crossbone Gundam Maoh, PPGN-001 Gundam Exia Dark Matter, Benkei, Concept-X 6-1-2 Turn X, GPB-X80 Beginning Gundam, JMA-0530 (Model U) Wodom_Wodom, King of Heart, RX-78-2 Gundam (1/1 scale), MS-06S Zaku II Commander Type (Char Aznable colors, 1/1 scale), AGX-04 Gerbera Tetra Kirara Custom, MA-04X Zakrello, XXXG-01D Gundam Deathscythe (Try Age contest winner colors), ZMT-S33S Gottrlatan, Zssa Storm
- Quote: “Gunpla is freedom. You can build it as you like. You can fight with it as you like. Just build Gunpla as you think best, and enjoy the battles to your heart’s content.” – Tatsuya Yuuki
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