When hearing the word ”Gundam”, many people likely picture a heroic figure based in white and blue. However, the ”1/100 MG OZ-13MS Gundam Epyon EW” is clearly different from that classic image. A body color dominated by deep red, widely spreading wings, and a sharp, aggressive silhouette. Its appearance evokes Western dragons or demons, exuding a mysterious charm different from traditional protagonist suits. Designed to fit the world of ”Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz”, Epyon is not just cool, but a unit with a unique appeal that is ”unapproachably beautiful”. Just standing it up and admiring it after completion will make you feel an atmosphere distinct from other Mobile Suits.

What exactly is Gundam Epyon in the first place? Appearing in the TV anime ”Mobile Suit Gundam Wing”, this suit is a Mobile Suit secretly completed based on Gundam data by Treize Khushrenada, who was ousted from his position as head of OZ and imprisoned in Luxembourg. The name ”Epyon” means ”next” or ”of the next generation” in Greek. What is interesting is that this suit is not merely a high-performance weapon. The chivalric spirit and ideology toward battle that Treize values are reflected in its design, making it, so to speak, an entity that embodies his aesthetics as a giant humanoid weapon. Looking at the kit after knowing the lore makes every single sharp line feel deeply meaningful.

When talking about Epyon, its armament configuration cannot be overlooked. Its main weapon is a beam sword connected directly to the generator. Then there is the dedicated shield and the heat rod integrated into it. Surprisingly, no general ranged weapons are equipped. You might think, ”Wouldn't that put it at a disadvantage in long-range combat?”, but that is precisely what makes it so Epyon-like. Equipped with a high-capacity energy capacitor and generator, the beam sword demonstrates extremely high output. By utilizing that immense energy, attacking distant targets is also said to be possible, so it is not a suit that simply abandoned ranged combat capability. Treize's ideology of fighting enemies head-on is thoroughly expressed even in the choice of weapons.

In this product three-dimensionalized as an MG, clever details have also been put into Epyon's iconic heat rod. A ”pull-out mechanism” that allows pulling out the joint parts between pieces is adopted, expressing flexible, whip-like movements rather than just extending straight. By positioning the heat rod in a wide swinging motion, a dynamic force like capturing a moment in combat is created despite being a stationary plastic model. Since you can enjoy aggressive posing different from readying the beam sword, it is an armament that makes you want to try after completion, wondering ”What angle should I display it in next?”.

And one of the biggest highlights of this kit is the complete transformation from MS form to flight form. Epyon's flight form has an original style reminiscent of a giant two-headed dragon, and gimmicks to make the most of its features are well incorporated. Because not only the neck but also the mouth and claws are articulated, it does not end with simply transforming into a fixed shape. By opening the mouth or changing the direction of the claws, you can change the impression even in the same flight form. A humanoid Mobile Suit transforming into a double-headed dragon. Enjoying that bold transformation in 1/100 scale using your own hands is a thrill unique to this Epyon.

What further sharpens its appearance are the markings by Hajime Katoki. By adding details using the included marking stickers and other items, you can produce a sense of precision distinct from an as-assembled state. Contents include 16 runners, foil seals, tetron seals, Gundam decals, soft cable, and instruction manual. First enjoying the sculpt itself as a straight build, and then adding markings to bring it closer to your preferred level of completion is another fun aspect of MG. The more work you put into it, the more dense it becomes, bringing out Epyon's unique splendor and sinister aura even further.

The ”1/100 MG OZ-13MS Gundam Epyon EW” is not just a model that recreates a unique design. A powerful MS form, a flight form reminiscent of a double-headed dragon, expressively movable heat rod, and markings that allow detailed customization—different ways to enjoy are packed into a single kit. What is most appealing is that even the ideology held by the unit known as Epyon can be sensed from its sculpt. A red suit pressing upon enemies with a mighty beam sword and heat rod in hand, without carrying ranged weaponry. The more you know about its background, the more enjoyable even the time spent looking at its completed form becomes. For those who like Epyon of course, as well as those who want to build a suit slightly different from other Gundams, this is an MG that lets you fully enjoy the fun of building.