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Most Anticipated Gunpla Releases of 2026: Complete Calendar
Bandai's 2026 Gunpla calendar by quarter: new Premium Grade, RG continuations, multiple Master Grades, plus HG kits across legacy and brand-new series.
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Best Ways to Display Your Gunpla Collection: Stands, Cases & Lighting
Stands, action bases, glass cases, LED lighting — what each Gunpla display option does and which combinations match real shelf setups at home.
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How to Apply Waterslide Decals on Gunpla Without Ruining Them
Waterslide decals apply more reliably than stickers if you follow the right steps. Tools, prep, and sealing technique for show-quality Gunpla finishes.
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Gunpla Painting for Beginners: Spray Can vs Airbrush vs Hand Brush
Spray can, airbrush, hand brush — each Gunpla painting method has different cost and learning curve. Method-by-method guide for first-time painters.
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Top 10 Gunpla Building Mistakes and How to Fix Them
10 Gunpla mistakes every builder makes once: nub removal, panel lining, decal placement, sanding, top-coating — each with the exact fix that solves it.
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Real Grade vs Master Grade: Complete Comparison for 2026
Real Grade vs Master Grade in 2026: 1/144 vs 1/100, part counts, build time, and where each shines. The framework for picking the grade you'll finish.
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What Is P-Bandai? How to Buy Premium Bandai Kits in North America
P-Bandai (Premium Bandai) is Bandai's online-exclusive line — limited-production kits not sold in regular retail. How NA collectors access them.
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Gundam Scale Guide: 1/144 vs 1/100 vs 1/60 — Size Comparison With Photos
How big is a Gunpla kit? 1/144 ≈ 13cm, 1/100 ≈ 18cm, 1/60 ≈ 30cm for a standard 18m mobile suit. Side-by-side photos with exact measurements per grade.
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How to Panel Line Gunpla: Complete Guide for Clean Results
Panel lining is the easiest Gunpla upgrade — 30 minutes of ink work transforms any kit. Tools, marker types, and technique for clean lines without bleed.
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Best Gunpla for Beginners: Top 10 Kits to Start With in 2026
Your first Gundam model kit — HG kits are $12-25, build in 1-3 hours, no glue or paint required. Top 10 HG picks for 2026 across series and styles.
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