Episode 6 of “Fang of the Sun Dougram” is an impressive story. The Hang Glider equipped Round Facer that appeared in it, soaring through the sky, has finally been revived as a plastic model. Not only the realism of the machine itself, but also the memory of the life-risking rescue mission undertaken by Crinn Cashim and others is tightly condensed into this 1/72 scale model. This kit, which makes you feel the passion of the story rather than just a combat machine, can be said to be the realization of a dream for fans who watched with bated breath in front of the television back then.

This kit is not just any Round Facer. It features a convertible specification that allows for the reproduction of both the Hang Glider equipped type and the normal state, enabling display tailored to the scene through rearrangement. The freedom to reconfigure both the gliding pose in the sky and the ready stance on the ground is a unique privilege of this model. While the parts are structured for easy assembly with snap-fit, using adhesive on some parts allows for a solid finish and a sense of detail. Poly-caps are used in the joint sections, providing ample freedom for posing.

The major highlight of this model is undoubtedly the degree of reproduction of the Hang Glider. The wing parts are composed of pre-cut vacuum-formed parts, pursuing a lightweight and realistic finish. Furthermore, the canopy frame is pre-painted, which is a welcome feature, as a beautiful finish can be achieved without having to put effort into the fine details. The missile pods can be selected from 7-tube and 9-tube configurations, allowing for complete freedom in tactical arrangement. It is filled with the joy of creating your own unique Round Facer while finely adjusting the machine's atmosphere.

The inclusion of figures is also one of the charms of this kit. In addition to a pilot sculpted at the same scale, figures of the main characters—Crinn Cashim, Donan Cashim, and Von Stein—are also included. In that it allows the reproduction of the human drama beyond the battlefield as a model, it holds value as a diorama kit that transcends a mere “mecha model.” Displaying it in a diorama setting will allow you to savor the world of Dougram more deeply.

Finally, what must be highlighted is the illustration that adorns the box. The wholehearted visual by illustrator Tenjin Hidetaka is of a quality that stands alone as a piece of art, and it's guaranteed to build excitement even before opening the box. The quality as a model is also high, and the visual excitement gained is also first-class.