Hasegawa 64712 SPACE PIRATE BATTLESHIP ARCADIA Second Ship (PHANTOM DEATH SHADOW conversion) 1/1500

An exceptional offering for fans of science fiction modeling and iconic Japanese animation – Hasegawa 64712 SPACE PIRATE BATTLESHIP ARCADIA Second Ship (PHANTOM DEATH SHADOW conversion) in 1/1500 scale. This detailed plastic model kit is designed for a faithful recreation of the famous spaceship featured in the anime “Space Pirate Captain Harlock”. The product does not include glue or paints, giving you the possibility to choose your own finishing techniques and approach to detailing.

Historical and Story Background

The Arcadia is the flagship of the legendary Captain Harlock – the titular space pirate from the universe created by Leiji Matsumoto in the 1970s. In this edition of the model, we present the second version of the Arcadia ship, known as the Second Ship (Phantom Death Shadow conversion), which appears in various movie adaptations and the series “Space Pirate Captain Harlock”. The ship symbolized rebellion, freedom, and defiance against tyranny – in the anime universe, it fought against the forces occupying Earth as well as the terrifying “Death Shadow” faction. For collectors and science fiction enthusiasts, it represents a fascinating pop culture icon with a rich narrative background.

Model Specifications

• Scale: 1/1500
• Country: Japan (the model originates from Japanese animation and manga)
• Era of use: contemporary times in the science fiction world (1970s – present in pop culture)
• Material: high-quality plastic intended for model assembly (injection molded)
• The set does not include extras such as photo-etched parts, metal barrels, or resin
• Category: plastic model kit (sci-fi spaceship model)

Special Features and Recommendation

The Hasegawa 64712 Arcadia Second Ship model impresses with its wealth of details – unique construction elements such as the bow “skull”, weapon sections, and hull details have been faithfully recreated. Thanks to high-quality sprues, the model is perfect for both intermediate modelers and enthusiasts of figures and vehicles from Japanese culture. The kit offers wide possibilities for individual painting and customization according to anime scenes or your own vision.

• Difficulty level: 3/5 (intermediate)
• Recommended for modelers aged 14 and up, fans of Japanese pop culture, science fiction enthusiasts, and collectors

If you are looking for a unique spaceship model that will stand out in your collection and offer excellent workshop possibilities, the Arcadia Second Ship in the Phantom Death Shadow conversion from Hasegawa is a choice that will satisfy every fan of anime and fantasy modeling.