Yeah, I'm going to buy two of each. Almost looks like it belongs on it anyway and they said "wait! Make another gundam and add that and .... they buy two more to customize. " bandai has our numbers for sure.
I HAVE to see the Schwarzette with a two of those back attachments, plus it dual-wielding that badass blade. Hell, even the blade when the wing things are encasing it, that'd be cool to see it dual-wield those, too
When you think that schwarzette will be suletta's, but came out of nowhere Calibarn is finally shown near the climax of the quiet zero. The writers and bandai itself did a great move to introduce this kit after its initial debut and its more than you expected... A fitting ending to the series itself with a splash! Also, to think Calibarn is nothing but a monster from Shakespeare's tempest, it also a sword from the arthurian legend. Suletta's view of the gundam is not a freak, but a sword to save the people she cared the most. ❤
Also when Calibarn appear on battle it's also reference on other, Gundam Unicorn when Unicorn ready to battle Banshee plus add the epic Music : Re I am
@@deanedwards5030 Well, the Calibarn's namesake in the Tempest is Caliban, which is about as different as "Caliburn" is from "Calibarn" (more so, in terms of Japanese phonology) - I don't know how likely the Arthurian reference is, but I would say combining the two makes some sense as a reason for the Gundam's name.
End of an era right here. But at least we're ending with a bang. I got into Gunpla before I really started watching Gundam, so your review of the Lfrith was what informed me of Witch from Mercury. I went and watched the first two episodes that were out at the time, and I was not disappointed. There's part of me that wishes we got another season, but I also am satisfied with what we did get. Now I just need the rest of my models that I ordered to get out of backorder status...
Given how the popular Aerial got one, it's gonna be a missed opportunity on Bandai's part to not give the (arguably more popular) Calibarn the FM treatment
@@Peasham it’s almost as if months is a short time before release and that doesn’t show whether or not the writer’s plans were in line with the episode count. Funny that your next comment talks about how calibarn’s animation couldn’t have been made in a short time too lol
Kinda upset the witch from mercury ended because these have been my favorite kits to come out recently. The rebuild and lfrith being some of my all time favorites. This kit isn’t available for me yet, but I’m 100% picking this up the moment I can get my hands on it.
@@willt9721 Well the other random mobile suits we saw in the Academy battles I'd be fine with not getting, but for any mobile suit that has an important presence in the show, I think would be nice to have.
The foot articulation you mentioned at the end is for the "high-mobility" mode I think. The heel vent is supposed to bend 180 with the toe to make it look like boosters or something.
The Calibarn is really an anomaly and at the same time the holy grail of the Witch from Mercury. You would think that a Gundam that appeared out of nowhere at the end of the anime wouldn't receive much attention but instead Calibarn instantly became a fan favorite, just something about it's design just works, the simple aesthetics, the never seen before broom and the cool rainbow permet Ps: IGGYYYYYYYY!
The gundam and jeturk frames were the most impressive for me in this line, and I cant wait to see what kind of HGs will come in the next original line of gunpla. Those builds were really simple and so full of detail, impressive.
0:36 heard this from a korean friend but apparently in one of the gbn in kr it says 'you can permet 5 with a red felt tip/name pen' so good tip honestly
Semi-inner frame, weapon and shield have gimmicks that allow you to pose it a variety of ways, and it even comes with a stand. What a kit indeed. All that plus a solid design that rewards panel lining and this solid polycap-less builds they do now. Amazing.
Since the new series of gunpla came out, HG has offered a new definition! I loved the pearl/aurora V fin and can't wait for bandai to redefine other grades in the future! Keep up the reviews Gaikotsu!
I'm SOO glad they didn't have Calibarn actually ride the broomstick cannon like you showed... that would have been WAY too on the nose and look utterly ridiculous! XD
The Calibarn definitely plays up the witch aspect of the anime with that rifle/thruster combo weapon. I'm surprised it can't ride it like a witch's broom.
Very nice and detailed review! I love this kit and as I mentioned in my own review - I hope we will get FM of this fast. This design is a blast. Great work as always sir. Cheers!
I can't wait for my calibarn to arrive! Great video showing it off as always. I had to do a double take when I was watching Backpack Fashion Show and say "GUN VULVA" Bravo
Thank god you began re-organizing that collection. Still can't take two steps in the room without tripping on a Gundam, but it does the heart good to see there's clearly a system in place.
Like you, I'm literally fell in love with the Calibarn from my first glance of its feet!!! And somehow I konw it will definitely be a better kit than Schwarzette even though I can't remenber which pics I saw, the CGI or the completed pics from bandai. Already the first in line gundam kit on my next batch of gundam purchase! PS: And I have to add that I had the same crush on Aerial because of its face, cute but menacing!
I also noticed the masculine aspects of Calibarn. And I was expecting it to have the soul of Eri's father like Aerial has the soul of Eri. Kind of surprised they didn't go that route. Still really dig the design of this kit. Hopefully I can find one soon.
I just finished watching the anime and went on and ordered a bunch of kits. I can’t wait to add this one to the collection as well. Also, while watching the anime in English, the “rubris” is simply called Lfrith, with a strong L (El).
Whenever there’s one of weird pronunciation splits like with Banaji/Bannagher, Byaran/Byarlant etc. I just tend to stick with the Japanese because I feel like it was the intended pronunciation by the creators for whatever reason
You forgot something for the bit-on form. The grey sections of the Escutcheon can actually go INTO that backskirt, and be splayed out. But, as you'd always say... your kit, display it how you wish.
It happens, I mena the build looks great! the gunBit Shield as awesome as always BUT!! I cant with that color scheme, and SADLY I´m not skilled enoght to paint it up T.T
Dude.. The second I heard that The Witch from Mercury kits came out, I rushed to my local Gunpla shop and there was already a line in front of the shop. I wanted to get the trio Aerial, Lfrith, and Calibarn. Luckily, I got my hands on one of the last Aerial kits but I couldn't get Lfrith and Calibarn
Ya know, I actually like the Iridescent over the red here, I think that's pretty unique and I'd be happy to try and use Calibarn for a Custom one day because of it.
Dude I love your titles 😂 they always hype up the kit to the point where it's like, well damn now I have to watch, and by the end of it I end up buying the kit lmao. Bandai owes you lol
The Witch from Mercury quickly became my favorite Gundam Series (Gundam Wing has that mantel since the 90's) And Calibarn is now tied with Wing Zero and I want to do a kitbash between the 2 to make a my ultimate High Grade. (If they ever do a real grade Calibarn it will be that, Wing Zero Ew, and 00 Qun[t].)
Ok, Calibarn looks awesome with Rebuild’s backpack, especially if it was white. It has the 4 panel that opens wide to match her broom which also has four panel that opens to boost her. And like always, Pharact’s backpack is just the coolest.
You’re really lucky to have one. I preordered this a few weeks ago. But when it released, it’s still processing while the others are sold out in hobbylink and Plaza Japan. I wanted to straight build with one set while making a custom Gunpla with the other.
I live how they've taken the modularity explored in IBO and build gunpla and the other concepts explored in kits like the leo, moon gundam, and anniversary 72-3, and have released such a gorgeous, customise able, fun series of gunpla for WFM.
The colour of the permet here is when Ericht assimilated with the Calibarn. It is when the shield gund bits moved to the Calibarn. It’s a more powered version. Basically the Calibarn’s final form in the series.
Isn't the gray GUND-Bits actually attaches to the back skirt armor, on the end of moving parts? And awesome review btw. Makes me want to get one, but sadly the budget says no.
W vid. When i want to get a kit, I go to your videos and see if you've reviewed you so I can see how good it is. Gonna be getting a few of the Calibarn purely so I can customize one of them
Well I finally caved in. I’ve been resisting HG’s since I like the size and detail of MG’s and absolutely love the two VerKa’s I have. But have to admit this one was pretty nice. Super easy to build and looks good on the shelf next to kits like the RG Hi-Nu, Eclipse and Nu VerKa
Now this isn’t me dissing the kit, but my D1/21 part was cracked completely when I bought it. Thankfully, Calibarn’s outer helm parts sandwiched it nicely, barely noticeable. Rest of the build was great 10/10
Okay but can we just admit that the Calibarn with the schwarzette back attachment just looks absolutely sick ?
Ikr now i have to take both for a custom
Yeah, I'm going to buy two of each. Almost looks like it belongs on it anyway and they said "wait! Make another gundam and add that and .... they buy two more to customize. " bandai has our numbers for sure.
pharact too if it painted white
Sick AF
I HAVE to see the Schwarzette with a two of those back attachments, plus it dual-wielding that badass blade. Hell, even the blade when the wing things are encasing it, that'd be cool to see it dual-wield those, too
Crazy how little screentime this Gundam got and it's easily my favorite of the show
‘Cuz the story felt rushed near the end imo
I feel the same for the swarzette. I need two so I can double up the backpack
Because it has rgb! 😂
@@herobrineroblox Those are Gay Lights
@@ninryu4 ik someone would say this 😭😂
just finished building calibarn today and it is an amazing kit! my top 3 so far :
1- calibarn
2- gundolva
3- michaelis
I feel like daribalde should be inserted somewhere in 1 and 2 but hey you have your own preferences.
woah just scored 2 copies of permet 5 from pbandai
When you think that schwarzette will be suletta's, but came out of nowhere Calibarn is finally shown near the climax of the quiet zero. The writers and bandai itself did a great move to introduce this kit after its initial debut and its more than you expected... A fitting ending to the series itself with a splash!
Also, to think Calibarn is nothing but a monster from Shakespeare's tempest, it also a sword from the arthurian legend. Suletta's view of the gundam is not a freak, but a sword to save the people she cared the most. ❤
Also when Calibarn appear on battle it's also reference on other, Gundam Unicorn when Unicorn ready to battle Banshee plus add the epic Music : Re I am
The sword you're thinking of is the Caliburn, not the Calibarn
@@PROJECTGUNDAM172 I felt it was more like when Narrative entered the fight in NT
dunno. my gut tells me the Schwarzette was meant for Guel. then his brother stole it because.......MIYORINE. REMBURAN.
@@deanedwards5030 Well, the Calibarn's namesake in the Tempest is Caliban, which is about as different as "Caliburn" is from "Calibarn" (more so, in terms of Japanese phonology) - I don't know how likely the Arthurian reference is, but I would say combining the two makes some sense as a reason for the Gundam's name.
End of an era right here. But at least we're ending with a bang.
I got into Gunpla before I really started watching Gundam, so your review of the Lfrith was what informed me of Witch from Mercury. I went and watched the first two episodes that were out at the time, and I was not disappointed. There's part of me that wishes we got another season, but I also am satisfied with what we did get.
Now I just need the rest of my models that I ordered to get out of backorder status...
I would like to see more UC0079 stories myself. To me, Gundam is a story about war between the EFSF and Zeon Principality.
Hope a full mechanics of this comes out. Such a nice design
Me too! If there’s only 1 Full Mechanics from this anime it would be a HUGE waste!
Given how the popular Aerial got one, it's gonna be a missed opportunity on Bandai's part to not give the (arguably more popular) Calibarn the FM treatment
It'll happen. 😊
This is probably a really far reach, but I genuinely hope we get an RG of this.
@@boyfangirl6321 it probably will, but we'll have to wait quite a long time for it
The biggest problem with the Calibarn was how little screen time it got. Such a cool suit. The brightest stars burn for half as long.
It's almost as if the show had suits made last minute to sell kits
@@Matanumiits also almost as if the writer had more plans for the series and other mobile suits but got cut off by a certain company
@@dryeleneIt's almost as if the writer personally confirmed months before the series aired that it'll have 24 episodes.
@@MatanumiI like how you think all that animation of the Calibarn was feasible within a few weeks
@@Peasham it’s almost as if months is a short time before release and that doesn’t show whether or not the writer’s plans were in line with the episode count. Funny that your next comment talks about how calibarn’s animation couldn’t have been made in a short time too lol
Kinda upset the witch from mercury ended because these have been my favorite kits to come out recently. The rebuild and lfrith being some of my all time favorites. This kit isn’t available for me yet, but I’m 100% picking this up the moment I can get my hands on it.
I really wish we could've gotten the Gundnode, Prodoros, and the Cargore.
@@corvus9359hopefully they do all the grunts in another wave...? Idk. They dont have to merchandize everything, but it would be optimal if they did
@@willt9721 Well the other random mobile suits we saw in the Academy battles I'd be fine with not getting, but for any mobile suit that has an important presence in the show, I think would be nice to have.
The foot articulation you mentioned at the end is for the "high-mobility" mode I think. The heel vent is supposed to bend 180 with the toe to make it look like boosters or something.
The Calibarn is really an anomaly and at the same time the holy grail of the Witch from Mercury.
You would think that a Gundam that appeared out of nowhere at the end of the anime wouldn't receive much attention but instead Calibarn instantly became a fan favorite, just something about it's design just works, the simple aesthetics, the never seen before broom and the cool rainbow permet
Ps: IGGYYYYYYYY!
Also look like barbatos
@@computer-basednot really
Wait, how do you know it instantly became a fan favourite? Is there somewhere you can vote while watching?
@@BelugaChonky It kind of does, it has the pinched waist, same face...it's quite similar, which is not a criticism because it's a "gundam".
Mu la flaga
The gundam and jeturk frames were the most impressive for me in this line, and I cant wait to see what kind of HGs will come in the next original line of gunpla. Those builds were really simple and so full of detail, impressive.
Truly a legendary kit to finish of the series with, a Gundarium tier.
0:36 heard this from a korean friend but apparently in one of the gbn in kr it says 'you can permet 5 with a red felt tip/name pen' so good tip honestly
aaaand they just released a pbandai one
Semi-inner frame, weapon and shield have gimmicks that allow you to pose it a variety of ways, and it even comes with a stand. What a kit indeed.
All that plus a solid design that rewards panel lining and this solid polycap-less builds they do now. Amazing.
Since the new series of gunpla came out, HG has offered a new definition! I loved the pearl/aurora V fin and can't wait for bandai to redefine other grades in the future! Keep up the reviews Gaikotsu!
Calibarn with Pheract backpack or the Aeriel Rebuild Backpack slaps.
I bet Bael’s backpack would look amazing too.
I'm SOO glad they didn't have Calibarn actually ride the broomstick cannon like you showed... that would have been WAY too on the nose and look utterly ridiculous! XD
If there was a suit that needed a master grade even more than the Aerial, it’s this one.
The Calibarn definitely plays up the witch aspect of the anime with that rifle/thruster combo weapon. I'm surprised it can't ride it like a witch's broom.
Very nice and detailed review! I love this kit and as I mentioned in my own review - I hope we will get FM of this fast. This design is a blast. Great work as always sir. Cheers!
I can't wait for my calibarn to arrive!
Great video showing it off as always. I had to do a double take when I was watching Backpack Fashion Show and say "GUN VULVA"
Bravo
Thank god you began re-organizing that collection. Still can't take two steps in the room without tripping on a Gundam, but it does the heart good to see there's clearly a system in place.
Had such a great time building this kit. I hit the edges with gold stedi electroplated markers for extra bling bling
I can’t say im surprised that this model is really good
Gundarium tier from the start? Amazing kit indeed
That Broom Stick Referrence is so Original! Thanks Aerial for such producing a wonderful advesary!
Like you, I'm literally fell in love with the Calibarn from my first glance of its feet!!! And somehow I konw it will definitely be a better kit than Schwarzette even though I can't remenber which pics I saw, the CGI or the completed pics from bandai.
Already the first in line gundam kit on my next batch of gundam purchase!
PS: And I have to add that I had the same crush on Aerial because of its face, cute but menacing!
From what ive seen and what ive done myself is that you can paint the stickers or use red markers to get the permet four colors.
For a mobile suit dubbed as a "monster", this is beautiful.
I also noticed the masculine aspects of Calibarn. And I was expecting it to have the soul of Eri's father like Aerial has the soul of Eri. Kind of surprised they didn't go that route. Still really dig the design of this kit. Hopefully I can find one soon.
10:18 never thought you could make voice this smooth
HGWFM has been an incredible line! Really hoping for some MGs
I would buy them all in a heartbeat.
i HOPE for mgs too but honestly the line is like 6 foot deep so :c
i hope too they make a line for it
I just finished watching the anime and went on and ordered a bunch of kits. I can’t wait to add this one to the collection as well. Also, while watching the anime in English, the “rubris” is simply called Lfrith, with a strong L (El).
Whenever there’s one of weird pronunciation splits like with Banaji/Bannagher, Byaran/Byarlant etc. I just tend to stick with the Japanese because I feel like it was the intended pronunciation by the creators for whatever reason
You forgot something for the bit-on form. The grey sections of the Escutcheon can actually go INTO that backskirt, and be splayed out. But, as you'd always say... your kit, display it how you wish.
Omg ur doggo is so precious
I'm a sucker for gunplas with this kind of color scheme. I'll surely buy it and probably one of the last kits I'll buy.
It happens, I mena the build looks great! the gunBit Shield as awesome as always BUT!! I cant with that color scheme, and SADLY I´m not skilled enoght to paint it up T.T
Gunpla is already plural.
I can’t wait for the eventual Build series with a magical girl character who has a witchy or fairy version of Calibarn or Aerial.
Dude.. The second I heard that The Witch from Mercury kits came out, I rushed to my local Gunpla shop and there was already a line in front of the shop. I wanted to get the trio Aerial, Lfrith, and Calibarn. Luckily, I got my hands on one of the last Aerial kits but I couldn't get Lfrith and Calibarn
The Freedom Revive backpack/wings, look really great on the Calibarn. It's giving me some ideas for a fun kitbash.
I'm now feeling like buying a second Calibarn and another Freedom just to keep an extra one with the wings like that. It looks so cool!
Ya know, I actually like the Iridescent over the red here, I think that's pretty unique and I'd be happy to try and use Calibarn for a Custom one day because of it.
great vid on Calibarn! the moment I saw it on the series and bandai announced the kit, i preordered right away😁
*Lfrith Jiu* review next please
Dude I love your titles 😂 they always hype up the kit to the point where it's like, well damn now I have to watch, and by the end of it I end up buying the kit lmao. Bandai owes you lol
The Witch from Mercury quickly became my favorite Gundam Series (Gundam Wing has that mantel since the 90's) And Calibarn is now tied with Wing Zero and I want to do a kitbash between the 2 to make a my ultimate High Grade. (If they ever do a real grade Calibarn it will be that, Wing Zero Ew, and 00 Qun[t].)
LOVE THE GUNDAM FASHION SHOW
Love the fashion show part!
I just bought calibarn, darilbalde, and shwarzette in Japan! Can’t wait to build them 🤩
by adding building process, you make us really feel the greatness of this kit. thanks man!
Love the backpack fashion show n how u were stressed with schwarzette
This is the review I have been waiting for finally!!
I only just got into gunpla. Have Lfrith and Aerial. After finishing Witch from Mercury, I now want *every* HG kit from the series.
That shot of her whole lineage right at the start is lovely. Big fan of these suits.
Not that many colors but yet the details and design is so cool! Definitely agree to one of the best Gunplas I've seen! I'll wanna definitely buy it! ❤
Considering the Cash WfM brought in there will be more HG WfM and may be a return of MG
Ok, Calibarn looks awesome with Rebuild’s backpack, especially if it was white. It has the 4 panel that opens wide to match her broom which also has four panel that opens to boost her. And like always, Pharact’s backpack is just the coolest.
Ayoooo intro to back pack fashion show murdered me way to funny. Needs to be a staple lol
Just completed this one, it was the first I’ve built in 20+ years. I am instantly, and completely hooked again. Haha
Backpack Fashion Show!!! That alone deserves a thumbs up. I missed the pre-order for this, but from what I'm hearing, this is a bad-ass model kit!
I just ordered this based on this review! Will upload my unboxing and build once I get it. Thanks
I finally got one and it lives up to the hype
You’re really lucky to have one. I preordered this a few weeks ago. But when it released, it’s still processing while the others are sold out in hobbylink and Plaza Japan. I wanted to straight build with one set while making a custom Gunpla with the other.
I saw one of those crazy good gunpla builders rig up an LED kit for this, and it looks amazing
3:16 “broomstick rifle” makes so much sense having that it’s witch from mercury
I love that you did a backpack show haha
As someone who built this already I agree. The hg calibarn is a gundarium tier.
Dope as video! Always look forward to watching them! Couldn't wait to see this one!
I live how they've taken the modularity explored in IBO and build gunpla and the other concepts explored in kits like the leo, moon gundam, and anniversary 72-3, and have released such a gorgeous, customise able, fun series of gunpla for WFM.
It really makes me laugh harder the flying broomstick pose and I love it
this kit is insane
Calibarn IS the sole reason for me to get into Gundam francise as it was also my first Gunpla
The colour of the permet here is when Ericht assimilated with the Calibarn. It is when the shield gund bits moved to the Calibarn. It’s a more powered version. Basically the Calibarn’s final form in the series.
My Calibarn just arrived as you upload this amazing review, thanks you 🥳🥳🥳
Backpack fashion show was EXCELLENT
painting this in the original aerial colors might look p cool
Isn't the gray GUND-Bits actually attaches to the back skirt armor, on the end of moving parts?
And awesome review btw. Makes me want to get one, but sadly the budget says no.
There's also going to be two pbandai releases of wfm kits lfirth jiu and lfirth anocta as well so technically 2 more releases can't wait for those
I need to hop on WFM because this kit looks amazing
You really need to.
Thank you for making such an awesome video analysis!!
The fashion show is the spotlight of this video. Always entertaining.
I still can't get over the c-clip ankles man. *no* side to side rotation is rough
Yeah, Bandai went way too ham with the c-clips for the wfm line
@@alvarosolorzano5405 its just killer that all the ariel frame ones have it
W vid. When i want to get a kit, I go to your videos and see if you've reviewed you so I can see how good it is. Gonna be getting a few of the Calibarn purely so I can customize one of them
Oh man I can't wait to build it
I love the aesthetic of this kit! I hope a MG or RG o even more a PG definitely I'll buy it!
I want you to know it took every single one of my braincells not to fucking rip it apart when I was putting on those green strip stickers
This was the most unorthodox house tour ive ever seen and im all for it 😂
This would look amazing with a multicolored paint scheme
Well I finally caved in. I’ve been resisting HG’s since I like the size and detail of MG’s and absolutely love the two VerKa’s I have. But have to admit this one was pretty nice. Super easy to build and looks good on the shelf next to kits like the RG Hi-Nu, Eclipse and Nu VerKa
Now this isn’t me dissing the kit, but my D1/21 part was cracked completely when I bought it. Thankfully, Calibarn’s outer helm parts sandwiched it nicely, barely noticeable. Rest of the build was great 10/10
Finally a kit that comes with a stand
the pharact backpack looks so good on this Gundam. painted to match and it would be a great custom
I like how much beguir-beu's backpack fits with the calibarn's style.
love your reviews! I just picked up the calibarn. Did you do any seamline removal?
Am I going crazy, or does the WFM line feature a slightly more matte texture than usual?
I think so yeah. Especially on Lfrith
This kit is really cool, but my favorite kits from HGTWFM line are still Michaelis in term of design and Lfrith in term of articulation.
Just finished the show. This kit looks amazing!
looks amazing cant wait to see the customs ppl make
michaelis and calibarn could totally hold claws with each other
Put on a double-broomstick, and you get a Narrative Calibarn A-Packs. * Vigilante bgm vibes * 😆
yeaay, unhinged Mecha is back!
Nice video keep it up this is how I decide my kits that I pick