The Beast Returns with Battle Scars! HG 1/144 Xi Gundam Kirke’s Witch Ver. is Coming

Yo, Gunpla fam! My wallet is already screaming, and I haven’t even finished my backlog yet. Bandai Spirits just dropped a massive bombshell for 2026. We are finally getting the HG 1/144 Xi Gundam (Kirke’s Witch Ver.)! If you thought the original HG Xi was a literal unit, wait until you see the grit and grime on this new version based on the movie Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – Kirke’s Witch.

For those who need a lore refresher (or just like big robots like me), the Xi Gundam (also known as Ξ Gundam) is that absolute monster of a 5th-generation Mobile Suit. Developed by Anaheim Electronics for the anti-government group Mafty, this thing stands 26 meters tall in the ‘real world.’ It’s famous for that built-in Minovsky Flight System and the Beam Barrier technology that lets it break the sound barrier. It’s basically a flying fortress with legs.

Now, let’s talk about what makes this Kirke’s Witch Ver. special. It’s not just a simple color swap, thank the plastic gods! This kit is based on the general release but features some seriously cool new molding. We’re talking about a brand-new Beam Rifle and, the star of the show, a battle-damaged head. You can actually see the ‘standard’ Gundam face peeking through the damaged armor. It’s such a vibe for anyone who loves that mid-fight, gritty aesthetic.

But wait, there’s more! Bandai also redesigned the shield. The anti-beam coating peeling effect is captured using new parts and color separation. You can see the scorch marks and the raw metallic colors where the beam hit. It really captures that ‘I’ve seen some things’ look without me having to break out the soldering iron and ruin a perfectly good kit myself.

Standing at about 18 cm (appx. 7.02 inches), this is still one of the biggest 1/144 scale kits you’ll ever put on your shelf. Seriously, it makes other HGs look like toys for ants. I’m already clearing a spot next to my Penelope for this beast. April 2026 can’t come soon enough, even if my bank account disagrees!

🟢 Product Specifications 🟢

• Manufacturer/Designer: Bandai Spirits (Hobby Division)
• Series: Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash (Kirke’s Witch)
• Character: Xi Gundam (also known as Ξ Gundam)
• Size: 18 cm (appx. 7.02 inch)
• Price: 7,700 JPY (appx. $51.30 USD)
• Release Date: April/2026

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