If you’ve been following the HG 1/144 Alyzeus Gunpla news, you already know this kit is something special — something that doesn’t come around very often in the High Grade line-up. Scheduled for release on 25 April 2026, the Alyzeus from Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe stands at an enormous 250mm (25cm) tall — making it quite possibly the largest, most feature-packed High Grade kit Bandai has ever produced. Whether you’re a long-time collector or just getting into Gunpla building, this is one April release you seriously don’t want to sleep on.
What Is the Alyzeus? A Quick Background
The TX-ff104 Alyzeus comes from the latest instalment in the Gundam Hathaway film series — Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe. In the story, the Alyzeus is a high-speed training unit urgently constructed for pilot Lane Aim, designed to help him practise intense flight manoeuvres before he officially deploys in the Penelope. Because of its training purpose, it’s packed with advanced systems — and that complexity translates beautifully into the model kit itself.
This kit has generated one of the biggest pre-order responses in recent Gunpla memory. Hobbyists across Asia (Malaysia included!) have been watching the announcement trailer on repeat and the reason is clear once you see what’s inside the box.
The Star Feature: Four Transformation Modes and a Hidden Kit Within
Here’s the part that has the entire Gunpla community buzzing: the HG 1/144 Alyzeus performs a full armour purge to reveal a hidden mobile suit concealed beneath its outer shell — a Mass Production Type Nu Gundam. And this marks the very first time the Mass Production Nu Gundam has ever been produced as an official Gunpla kit, built on a completely new sculpt.
The kit supports four distinct forms:
- Standard Mobile Suit Form — the Alyzeus in its default configuration, imposing and heavily armoured.
- High-Speed Flight Form — armour reconfigured for maximum velocity, with sleek lines that echo the Xi Gundam’s own flight mode.
- Armour Purge State — external armour separates in a dramatic reveal, exposing the Mass Production Nu Gundam frame beneath.
- Mass Production Nu Gundam Form — the inner unit stands alone as its own fully poseable mobile suit.
The engineering required to pull off a smooth, clean transformation across four states — all within a single HG kit — is genuinely impressive. Bandai has described this as representing the “highest level of colour separation, size reproduction, and articulation ever achieved in a High Grade kit.” That’s a bold claim, but looking at the prototype photos, it’s hard to argue.
Size, Scale, and Visual Impact
At 25 centimetres tall, the fully assembled Alyzeus will tower over virtually every other High Grade kit on your shelf. For context, a standard HG 1/144 kit typically stands around 12–13cm. The Alyzeus is nearly twice that height — closer in display footprint to a Master Grade than a typical HG.
This also means the box is substantial. If you’re planning to pick this up, make sure you’ve cleared some shelf space and have a suitable display base. The action base range available at Gundam.my works beautifully for large HG kits and will really let you show off those flight form poses.
The runner count is higher than most High Grades too, and the colour separation on the outer armour and inner frame is reportedly excellent straight out of the box — meaning you won’t need to reach for your paints to get a sharp, screen-accurate look from the start. Panel lining (which we always recommend even for display builds) will bring out even more of those crisp armour details.
How Does It Compare to the HG Xi Gundam Circe’s Witch Ver.?
Also dropping on 25 April 2026 alongside the Alyzeus is the updated HG 1/144 Xi Gundam (The Sorcery of Nymph Circe Ver.). This one is priced at 7,700 JPY and sits at a more standard 18cm — still tall by HG standards. It includes newly designed parts to recreate key scenes from the film: a battle-damaged shield, a new beam rifle barrel holder, updated manipulator hands, and a swap-out Gundam face for the final scene reveal. If you’ve built the original HG Xi Gundam already, this new version is absolutely worth adding to the collection for its extra screen accuracy.
The two kits together make a stunning display pair — the massive Alyzeus looming over the Xi Gundam in its flight form is the kind of shelf setup that wins photo contests at any Gunpla gathering.
What About the Build Experience?
Based on prototype reviews and Bandai’s official preview materials, here’s what builders can expect from the HG Alyzeus building experience:
- Runner count: Higher than average for an HG due to the dual-kit nature and transformation gimmicks. Expect a satisfying, multi-session build.
- Nub removal: With so many parts involved in the transformation, take your time with nub cleanup — especially on the inner frame components that will be visible in purge mode. A good hobby knife and fine sandpaper (400 grit → 800 grit) will give you a clean finish.
- Panel lining: The armour surface is loaded with panel line detail. A grey panel liner for the lighter parts and a dark grey or black liner for the white armour sections will make this kit pop tremendously.
- Top coat recommendation: We’d suggest a semi-gloss or matte top coat once assembled. The outer armour suits a subtle matte finish for realism, while a semi-gloss on the inner Nu Gundam frame creates a nice contrast between the two forms.
- Transformation durability: Early prototype feedback suggests the joints are well-engineered and the transformation can be repeated without fear of parts stressing — always a concern with multi-form HG kits.
Price and Where to Get It in Malaysia
The HG 1/144 Alyzeus is priced at 13,200 JPY (tax included) in Japan. For Malaysian hobbyists, converted pricing with import and shipping will vary by retailer, but expect it to sit at a premium given the kit’s size and complexity — and rightly so. This is genuinely one of the most ambitious High Grade releases in years.
Pre-orders are already open at major Gunpla retailers. If you’re based in Malaysia and want to lock in your copy before stock sells out, head over to Gundam.my — Malaysia’s go-to Gunpla store — to check availability and current pricing. Given how much buzz this kit has generated internationally, we’d strongly recommend not waiting until release day.
Should You Buy the HG 1/144 Alyzeus?
If you enjoy ambitious builds with real engineering gimmicks, the Alyzeus is an absolute must-buy. It delivers something genuinely new: a High Grade kit that functions like two kits in one, with screen-accurate transformation, incredible height, and the distinction of containing the first-ever Mass Production Nu Gundam Gunpla. For fans of the Hathaway films and Universal Century collectors alike, this is a centrepiece kit.
Even if you’re newer to Gunpla building, the HG grade means no painting is required for a great-looking result — but with all that surface detail, it’s also an incredibly rewarding kit to add some panel lining and a top coat to. You’ll end up with something genuinely impressive regardless of your skill level.
Ready to Pre-Order? Don’t Miss Out
The HG 1/144 Alyzeus lands on 25 April 2026 and it’s already one of the most talked-about Gunpla releases in recent years. With its record-breaking size for a High Grade, four transformation modes, and a hidden Mass Production Nu Gundam inside, this is not a kit that will sit on shelves for long once it arrives at retailers.
Browse the full range of Hathaway Gunpla kits, panel lining supplies, top coats, and display bases at Gundam.my — your trusted Gundam and Gunpla specialist in Malaysia. Whether you’re building your first kit or adding to a serious collection, we’ve got everything you need to make your builds shine. Happy building, fellow hobbyists!