Bandai 5072018 - HG 1/144 Rick Dom Challia's Variant Model  [B-5072018]

HG 1/144 MS-09 Rick Dom - heavy silhouette in compact form

This Gunpla kit recreates the MS-09 Rick Dom linked to a specific Zeon pilot variant in HG 1/144 scale. The MS-09 comes from the Universal Century era where it operated as a heavy mobile suit during the One Year War, focused on protective armour and thrust mobility for close support tasks. The kit reflects this role through pronounced armour proportions, articulated joints, and separable parts that communicate the suit's mass and equipment layout. As a High Grade 1/144 release, construction centres on modular parts with visible separation to suggest panels while keeping the build manageable for standard HG procedures.

How hard is the build and what to use

Difficulty: moderate. Construction relies on snap-fit parts and several small components for armouring and weapon mounts. Recommended tools are plastic nippers, a hobby knife for trimming, and a fine file or sanding sticks for smoothing nubs.

Surface work and paint recommendations

Surface prep is optional but trimming and light sanding will tidy up joins. Panel lining is effective to show separation between sections and a light protective topcoat will help preserve the finished look during handling.

This kit captures the Rick Dom's bulk with articulated limbs and distinct part separation, ready for display as built or for more advanced finishing work.