Description
Mr. Hobby GSI Creos Gundam Marker - Moonlight Butterfly Holographic Silver XGM201
The "Gundam Marker - Moonlight Butterfly Holographic Silver" is a special paint marker from the Gundam Marker EX series by GSI Creos (Mr. Hobby). It's designed to add a unique, dynamic, and visually striking effect to your Gunpla (Gundam plastic models)
Here's a detailed description:
- Holographic/Color-Shifting Effect: The most prominent feature is its ability to create a holographic, rainbow-like color shift when viewed from different angles and under varying light conditions. While the primary color appears as silver, it subtly shimmers with various iridescent hues, giving it an otherworldly and ethereal appearance
- Moonlight Butterfly" Theme: The name "Moonlight Butterfly" directly references the iconic and devastating attack from the Turn A Gundam anime series. The "Moonlight Butterfly" is a powerful system that releases swarms of nanomachines, often depicted with a shimmering, almost crystalline effect. This marker aims to capture that delicate, luminous, and somewhat mystical quality.
- Metallic Paint Formulation: It uses a specialized metallic paint material that allows for this captivating visual transformation. The metallic particles within the paint are engineered to refract light in a way that creates the holographic illusion.
- Application: Like other Gundam Markers, it's designed for direct application onto plastic model kits, providing a convenient way to add special effects without the need for an airbrush or complex painting setups.
- Recommendations for Best Results:
- Strong Light: The holographic effect is most visible and pronounced when the model is exposed to strong light.
- Glossy Base: Applying this marker over a pre-existing glossy base coat is highly recommended. A smooth, reflective surface beneath the holographic paint helps to enhance its shimmer and color-shifting properties.
- Specific Clear Gloss Top Coat: GSI Creos specifically advises using their GM501 Gundam Marker Clear Gloss as a top coat over this paint. Using other types of clear coats (especially lacquer or matte ones) may dull or completely negate the unique holographic effect.
- Purpose: It's perfect for adding subtle yet impactful enhancements to your Gunpla. You can use it on edges, raised details, weapon parts, or any areas where you want to create a high-tech, glowing, or mystical effect reminiscent of energy fields or special abilities within the Gundam universe
- Manufacturer: Produced by GSI Creos (Mr. Hobby), a leading Japanese manufacturer of hobby paints, tools, and accessories.
