G.M.G. Collection 07 – Earth Federation Forces Kai Shiden Normal Suit Ver.

As a longtime collector of the Gundam Military Generation (G.M.G.) line from Megahouse, I’m always excited when they expand the series with more accessible entries. The newly announced G.M.G. Collection 07: Earth Federation Forces – Kai Shiden (Normal Suit Ver.) brings one of the original Mobile Suit Gundam characters to life in compact 1/18 scale—perfect for collectors who appreciate personality-packed, poseable soldiers.

Unlike the standard G.M.G. boxed sets which bundle multiple figures or diorama elements, the G.M.G. Collection sub-series offers single figures at a more affordable price point. That makes it great for fans building squads, recreating scenes, or just focusing on individual character favorites.

From Reluctant Sniper to Heroic Pilot

Kai Shiden, originally the sharp-tongued comic relief of the White Base crew, has one of the most satisfying character arcs in Gundam’s Universal Century. He starts off as a reluctant participant, often criticizing the war effort or trying to desert. But through harsh reality and camaraderie, Kai gradually matures into a capable pilot—eventually playing a key role in battles and even joining the AEUG in Zeta Gundam.

This 1/18-scale figure captures that emotional range in its accessories and expressions.

Product Details

Height: Approx. 100mm (Approximately 3.9 inches)
Price: ¥3,850 (Approximately $24 USD)
Release Date: November 2025
Manufacturer: Megahouse
Series: G.M.G. Collection
Scale: 1/18

While only 10cm tall, the sculpt is incredibly sharp for the size. Megahouse has mastered this scale—especially in how they preserve likeness and poseability. This Kai Shiden comes dressed in the Federation’s classic light blue pilot suit, often associated with Guncannon pilots like Kai.

Design & Accessories

The set includes:

Two head sculpts:
- One with Kai’s signature smug, sarcastic smile
- Another with a helmeted, serious battle face
Swappable helmet part: Can be displayed either worn or off
Interchangeable hands
Beam rifle-style weapon
Ball-jointed articulation in head, shoulders, chest, hips, knees, and arms

These allow a wide range of poses—from casual standing shots to intense in-combat action displays. From my experience with previous G.M.G. figures, articulation in this scale is usually tight and durable enough for frequent posing—ideal for those of us who like to pose and repose our figures regularly.

Package & Presentation

Instead of a standard box, this figure comes in a blister-style hanging card, which is both retail-friendly and collector-conscious. It allows the figure to be displayed in-package with all accessories visible—perfect for MOC (mint on card) collectors or those who enjoy stylish wall displays.

Diorama Play & Compatibility

Kai Shiden is released alongside Ramba Ral (Normal Suit Ver.), another essential UC character, and both are perfectly in scale with other G.M.G. figures. Whether you’re setting up a White Base command room, a hangar diorama, or a Zeon vs. Federation skirmish, this figure integrates beautifully.

Having previously posed my 1/18 G.M.G. figures with vintage MS in Action!! mecha and third-party hangar sets, I can confidently say they scale well with a wide range of accessories and are superb for diorama photography.

Conclusion

The G.M.G. Collection 07: Kai Shiden (Normal Suit Ver.) proves that even in a compact 1/18 scale, you don’t have to sacrifice expressiveness or quality. For fans of the Universal Century timeline and Gundam’s original cast, this figure offers a perfect balance of affordability, detail, and collectibility.

Whether you’re a seasoned G.M.G. builder or just looking to get into Gundam figure collecting, this version of Kai is a smart addition to any UC collection. His inclusion represents not just a pilot, but a symbol of character growth, realism, and Gundam’s emotional storytelling—all in palm-sized form.