Novice [Preorder Q3 2024]

[ ! ] This is a preordered item. Estimated arrival is Q3 2024 subject to shipping/manufacturing delays

Kotobukiya Megalomaria Ulimited Universe Model Kit

Release Date: May 2024 [Japan]

Designed with the concept of a maid uniform in mind, NOVICE is the third character to join the Megalomaria Unlimited Universe series.

• Boasting an impressive 50 points of articulation, the model stands 160mm tall.
• Novice was designed to have a more “cute robot” appearance than the first character, Principal.
• The inorganic mask features a soft expression, the size of the chest armor is increased, and the model has puffed sleeve-like shoulder armor and a back headpiece reminiscent of long hair.
• All armor pieces are compatible with Principal and Ruby Eye and can be mixed and matched.
• Metamorphose Unit Exarmor White Nurse set (sold separately) can also be used to customize the model.
• Make the most of the maid concept and display them next to each other!

Articulation Features:

• Novice has approximately 50 points of articulation throughout the body. The knee joint is comprised of a single layer of joints and can be bent inward enough to allow the model to sit with one knee up. The knee armor can move independently and can be adjusted to the desired position.
• The shoulders are composed of multiple joints, and they can be pulled forward to recreate a crossed arms pose.
• The range of movement around the shoulders also supports a wide range of poses, such as dynamic full body action poses and two-handed sword stances.
• The torso part also has an excellent range of motion, allowing the model to be posed lying down. The neck can move in all directions, allowing for poses where the head is turned away.
• The elbows have a deep bend that makes charming poses such as putting a hand on the cheek possible.
• The right and left hip joints can move independently in all four directions, allowing users to recreate stretching and split poses. The model has an incredible range of poses that can be displayed, from high kicks to sitting curled up.
• A single-piece version of the rear armor that is not separated into left and right parts can be displayed freely to one’s preference.

Three-point Wrist Joints:

• The wrists are designed to bend inwards almost 180 degrees which allow the hard point to be brought forward. The knife hangers can also be rotated forward to use the knives as animal claws.
• In addition, combining the model with weapon units sold separately can turn the arms themselves into weapons, recreating a monster-like appearance. The normal wrist joints and spacer can be used freely to one’s preference.

Hands:

• The kit includes seven different hands. The knuckle-grip hands are designed for holding thin objects.
• Display the model holding knives between the fingers and other various poses.

Compatibility of Heads and Masks:

• There is a 3mm connection point in the center of the head gear that makes customization with other parts possible.
• The head gear has the same design as the bangs of Sousai Shojo Teien models, so it can be used interchangeably.
• *Regarding head gear/mask compatibility: Sousai Shojo Teien's Ao Gennai and Bukiko Kotobuki use unique standards, so they are not compatible with Novice.

Included Items:

• Novice Model x1
• Knives x6
• Knife Hangers x2 (Left and Right)
• Seven Types of Hand Parts
• Hip Armor with 3mm Connection Joint compatible with Flying Base x1
• Standard Wrist Joint and Spacer x1 (Left and Right)
• Single-Piece Rear Armor x1