Bandai 45777 Evangelion 02 (New Movie Ha Ver.) (Evangelion 83697)

Introducing the Bandai 45777 Evangelion 02 (New Movie Ha Ver.) (Evangelion 83697) – an advanced plastic model kit from the renowned Japanese brand Bandai, designed for fans of the Neon Genesis Evangelion series and its film adaptations, “Rebuild of Evangelion.” This kit faithfully recreates the smallest details of the iconic Evangelion Unit 02 as seen in the movie “Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance,” also known as “Ha Ver.”

• Model scale: This model is produced in the popular and highly detailed 1/144 scale, making it an excellent choice for both collectors and anime enthusiasts.
• Country of origin and model setting: The fictional world of late 20th-century Japan, as depicted in the famous anime series.
• Historical background: Evangelion 02 is the first mass-production battle unit created by NERV, designed to fight against the Angels in the alternate future shown in both the series and the “Rebuild of Evangelion” movies. The kit features the distinctive, dynamic look from the film “Evangelion: 2.0.”
• Chronological period: The model represents a character from a futuristic universe, inspired by 1990s aesthetics, featured in movies produced between 2007 and 2009 (contemporary pop culture period).
• Material: Made from high-quality, durable plastic, allowing for precise fitting of parts. The kit does not include glue or paints, which are available separately.
• Set additions: The set includes weaponry, extra interchangeable hand parts, alternative armor pieces, as well as transparent stands for easier display.
• Category: Plastic model kit (Gunpla/Mecha Model Kit).

Do we recommend it? Yes! This model is made for intermediate and experienced modelers interested in Japanese pop culture, high-quality detail fidelity, and dynamic poseability. Also suitable for figure and mecha collectors.

Build difficulty (scale 1-5): 3 — requires precision and care, but Bandai’s intuitive instructions and high-quality fit of parts ensure a satisfying assembly even for intermediate modelers.