https://gunplaforjoy.com/ Recent content on GunplaForJoy Hugo en-us Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-geara-doga/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-geara-doga/ Love the look of this one — similar to the classic Zaku but distinctly its own creature. Started on build nights with Gunpla Colorado. Customization TBD once it is complete. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/shenx-dragon/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/shenx-dragon/ My son has been obsessed with these dragons since the first time he walked into a hobby store. Found one, made it a Christmas present. Ton of parts, pretty complicated — estimated completion date: 2060. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-00qant/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-00qant/ No idea what this guy is about but the look is absolutely incredible. Celestial Being Mobile Suit GNT-0000 — if Angels were actually Gundams, this would be it. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-blazing/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-blazing/ Not sure what this kit is about but the panel lining and gimmicks look really cool right out of the box. Going to give it a try and see what happens. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-deathscythe/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-deathscythe/ Something about being the harbinger of death with that massive beam scythe just works. Pairs perfectly with the Deathscythe Hell Red Bull edition — and maybe this one gets the F1 treatment too. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-strike-freedom/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-strike-freedom/ Love the aesthetic of the Strike Freedom and this would be a great first branch into that universe. Those flying weapons are just too cool to ignore. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-reborns-gundam/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-reborns-gundam/ There are two sides to every story&hellip;especially with this guy. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-crossbone-maoh/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-crossbone-maoh/ I love cross bone gundams, so when I got a chance to pick this one up I jumped on it&hellip;not literally. Super excited to see what I can do to mimic the reflective stickers with some kind of paint tricks. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-crossbone-x1-fullcloth/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-crossbone-x1-fullcloth/ One of my favorite kits, cuz he looks like a pirate!! This is one of my grail kits that I am scared to tackle because I do not want to mess it up! https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-deathscythe-hell/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-deathscythe-hell/ Another grail kit — reserved for a Max Verstappen/Red Bull theme livery. It is gonna be sick&hellip;but I keep holding myself back because I am afraid to mess it up. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-epyon-ew/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-epyon-ew/ I love the Epyon aesthetic, so I am really excited to build this one&hellip;plus he has a cool whip. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/rg-epyon/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/rg-epyon/ A little bit smaller, but just as much cool detail and just as much attitude. Excited to see how this build compares to the Master Grade. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-geara-doga/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-geara-doga/ I do like to have the same kits in different scales — it is fun to see how the design differs within the same model. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/kb-nacchin-sp/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/kb-nacchin-sp/ A little different — this Kotobukiya kit is a fun little guy. He will match up with my regular Nacchin tank. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/sd-zaku-ii/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/sd-zaku-ii/ Got this little guy a while ago, just have not gotten around to building the squatty little bugger. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/sd-unicorn-banshee/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/sd-unicorn-banshee/ Bought two of these so both my son and I could build them&hellip;he built his, mine still sits in the box. One day! https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/re100-vigna-ghina/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/re100-vigna-ghina/ Did I say I liked kits related to Cross Bone? Since the F91 project is done, this one has got to have another F1 theme&hellip;can we say Mercedes? https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/rg-wing-zero-ew/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/rg-wing-zero-ew/ I have held off on this one&hellip;not entirely sure why, but I am a little intimidated by it. I love the wings though! https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-sandrock/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-sandrock/ Who doesn&rsquo;t like a gundam who carries two sickle blades?! https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-psycho-zaku/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-psycho-zaku/ The Psycho Zaku Ver.Ka from Gundam Thunderbolt. One of the most intimidating kits in my backlog — bristling with weapons and detail. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-v2-assault-buster/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/hg-v2-assault-buster/ HG V2 Assault-Buster Gundam built in standard colors with sharp custom paint. Documenting the build from snap fit through scribing, repair work, and paint. https://gunplaforjoy.com/about/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/about/ <div style="display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 480px; gap: 5px; align-items: start; margin-bottom: 2rem;"> <div> <h2 id="hey-im-ben-the-builder-behind-gunplaforjoy">Hey, I&rsquo;m Ben, the builder behind GunplaForJoy.</h2> <p>This whole thing started because of my son.</p> </div> <div> <img src="https://gunplaforjoy.com/about-ben-01.jpeg" alt="Ben, the builder behind GunplaForJoy" style="width: 100%; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 0 2px 2px rgba(0,0,0,0.10);"> </div> </div> He was nine years old and we were looking for something we could do together. As a kid I built a few model cars and planes, so I figured he might enjoy it. We walked into a hobby shop and he immediately locked onto a Kamen Rider model — and thought the Gundams looked pretty cool too. I knew nothing about either, but I was up for the adventure. <p>He went home with his Kamen Rider. I went home with a Gun Cannon — my very first Gundam.</p> https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-f91/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-f91/ A McLaren F1 themed MG F91 built for the Gunpla Colorado Q1 2026 group build. Custom Papaya Orange paint, carbon fiber effects, and custom F1 decals. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-f91/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-log/mg-f91/ A McLaren F1 themed MG F91 built for the Gunpla Colorado Q1 2026 group build. Custom paint, carbon fiber effects, and custom decals. https://gunplaforjoy.com/people/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/people/ Builders and creators who inspire my work and keep me learning. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/rg-astray-red-frame/ Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/rg-astray-red-frame/ Built for my son. Tamiya panel liner struck again and destroyed the frame — had to buy an entirely new kit just for the frame. Custom paint throughout, plus my first 3D printed Gundam stand with integrated LED lighting behind him. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-lah/ Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-lah/ Picked this one up specifically to practice customizations — but never got around to it. Not entirely sure why it does not float my boat, but maybe someday something crazy happens with this one. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/sd-zaku-kitty/ Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/sd-zaku-kitty/ Built this fun little kit for my wife. Great exercise in color planning and paint separation. Not a Hello Kitty fan personally — but I have to admit this is a pretty fun little combo. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-god-gundam/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-god-gundam/ Full of firsts — first full internal frame, first airbrush attempt, and first look at truly dynamic posing. The airbrush results on this kit got me hooked and changed how I build forever. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-rx782/ Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-rx782/ My first major customization. LED lights from Evandesigns.com, extended neck for wire routing, hand painted with Vallejo paints, and waterslide decals. This build set into motion my love for customizing kits. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-strike/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/eg-strike/ My first Entry Grade — amazing how much kit you get for the price. Kept it stock and handed it off to my son to play with. Sometimes that is the best outcome. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/rg-infinite-justice/ Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/rg-infinite-justice/ My first Real Grade — a very cool kit that was quite finicky. The Fatum craft it rides is very Green Goblin. Learned the hard way that Tamiya Panel Liner can break down plastic&hellip;note the broken beam sabers. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/hg-barbatos/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/hg-barbatos/ Barbatos was one of our first kits — my son still claims him as his favorite Gundam of all. This kit showed us the incredible range of motion some kits have, and was my first attempt at panel lining&hellip;it was a hot mess. https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-guncannon/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/build-showcase/mg-guncannon/ Two of my first kits — the MG Guncannon and its SD counterpart. The MG was my very first snap build, the SD was my first attempt at brush painting. This is where it all began. https://gunplaforjoy.com/gear/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/gear/ https://gunplaforjoy.com/showcase-template/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://gunplaforjoy.com/showcase-template/