Good Smile Company and Max Factory have collaborated to bring fans a highly anticipated addition to their PLAMATEA model kit series. This time, they focus on a character from the critically acclaimed role-playing game The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel—the formidable “Steel Maiden” Arianrhod. This beautifully crafted model kit will be released in May 2025, with a suggested retail price of ¥8,800 (approximately $60 USD).
About Arianrhod:
Arianrhod, also known as Lianne Sandlot in her past life, is a legendary figure in the Trails of Cold Steel series. She was a heroic figure known as the “Lance Maiden” during the War of the Lions, a civil war in the Erebonian Empire over 250 years ago. Leading the Iron Knights and piloting the Silver Divine Knight, Argreion, she played a pivotal role in defeating the Crimson Endbringer. However, her heroic life was cut short as she perished in battle. Her body did not decay mysteriously, and she was later revived as an immortal being. Arianrhod eventually joined the secret society Ouroboros as its Seventh Anguis, the “Steel Maiden.”
Model Kit Details:
The PLAMATEA “Steel Maiden” Arianrhod model kit stands approximately 16 cm (about 6.3 inches) tall once assembled and features a fully articulated design, allowing for a wide range of dynamic poses. The kit comprises multiple molded color parts and partially pre-painted pieces, ensuring that Arianrhod’s iconic armor and weaponry are faithfully recreated. Her massive lance and detailed, heavy armor capture the essence of her powerful in-game appearance.
The model also includes a fabric cape embedded with a metal wire, allowing it to be shaped and posed to enhance the dramatic flair of any display.
Accessories and Customization:
The model kit offers a variety of customization options. Thanks to interchangeable parts, the head can be displayed with or without Arianrhod’s helmet. Additionally, the kit includes a pre-printed face part and unpainted face parts that can be customized using the included eye stickers, offering different expressions, including a calm or smiling face. Water slide decals are also provided, featuring side-glancing eyes and closed-eye expressions.
Product Details:
- Name: PLAMATEA “Steel Maiden” Arianrhod (PLAMATEA《鋼の聖女》アリアンロード)
- Series: The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
- Price: ¥8,800 (Approximately $60 USD)
- Release Date: May 2025
- Manufacturer: Good Smile Company, Max Factory
- Height: Approximately 16 cm (6.3 inches)
- Design: POLY-TOYS
- Production Assistance: Tetsuo Sakata (HRG)
Conclusion:
The PLAMATEA “Steel Maiden” Arianrhod model kit is a must-have for fans of The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel. With its detailed construction, customizable features, and dynamic posing capabilities, this model perfectly captures the majesty and power of one of the series’ most iconic characters. Set to release in May 2025, it will be a standout addition to any model kit collection.
