First of all, this kit is not just any Emperor. It features a surprising configuration that includes not only the ”Dash-1 Emperor” body but also the ”Dash-2 Burning Sun” body. In other words, you can run it while swapping the bodies depending on your mood that day. Long-time fans must have faced the dilemma of ”liking both and being unable to choose” at least once, but this kit turns that luxurious hesitation into pure enjoyment. Furthermore, since marking stickers for coloring are provided for both bodies, you can thoroughly pursue your own personal finish.

It’s not just about looks; the internals are solid too. The Type 3 chassis used has enhanced strength due to polycarbonate ABS resin, ensuring durability and stability. Additionally, since you can choose between two types of gear ratios, 6.4:1 and 5:1, it features a wide range of settings—whether you want to prioritize speed or lean towards power. This model is packed with the fun of adjusting while thinking about how you want it to run, rather than just finishing the assembly.

One of the charms of this kit is that it entertains you even before you open the box. The package features illustrations that seem to capture the passion of that era, and just looking at them brings back the atmosphere of the time. Not only that, but there is also a gimmick where if you collect and stack the special kits from the same series, they complete a single large illustration. In other words, while you can be satisfied with this product alone, it is designed so that its value expands further by collecting them. This kind of playfulness makes it feel strongly attractive as a collection that goes beyond being a mere model.

Another thing you can't miss is the included bonus. It contains a monochrome reduced-size edition of ”Shin Dash! Yonkuro,” which is talked about for having ended while still unfinished, and you can actually hold and read a portion of it. The content is too good to be dismissed as a mere freebie, serving as an element to more deeply appreciate the background and world-building of the work. By including an appendix with such archival value, it becomes a special item not just as a model but also for fans of the series.

The total length upon completion is 127mm, a manageable size typical of Mini 4WD. Since a motor is also included, the ease of being able to run it immediately after assembly is a key point. The balance of being accessible for beginners while satisfying those who want to be particular about details speaks to the high level of perfection of this kit.

This model, which appeared as a special kit in 2008, goes beyond mere reissue or reproduction; it is an item that simultaneously satisfies ”play,” ”memories,” and ”collectability.” It has a mysterious charm that evokes nostalgia for those who played with it in the past and offers fresh discoveries for those encountering it for the first time.