SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (Aug. 14, 2025) — Bandai Spirits has confirmed the Master Grade (MG) 1/100 Gundam Barbatos Lupus for November 2025 release, backed by enhanced articulation and imposing melee weaponry, according to multiple hobby retailers and official announcements following its debut at the 63rd Shizuoka Hobby Show.
Furious Poseability Meets "Brutal Elegance"
The Lupus kit, retail-priced at ¥7,150 (approximately US $52), showcases what industry coverage calls a “distinct lupine silhouette” and “evolved Gundam Frame engineering.” The new frame supports exceptional poseability through shoulder pistons, enhanced torso tilt, and a swinging backpack mechanism—all without sacrificing display mobility. A rotating Ahab reactor and precise color separation are cited as key upgrades targeting MG enthusiasts
Accessories Built for Close-Quarters Combat
Included in the box are the iconic Sword Mace, a Twin Mace set, two 200 mm forearm cannons with rotating and sliding deployment, joint fittings for backpack weapon mounting, and articulating knee, heel, and toe armor to eliminate posing conflicts. Two Mikazuki Augus pilot figures—one seated, one standing—are included, along with finger replacements and decal options
Long-Awaited IBO Addition, Not a PB Exclusive
Fans greeted the reveal with enthusiasm, describing it as affirmation that the MG line for Iron-Blooded Orphans is still active. A top-voted comment on Reddit reads:
“Bandai remembered MG 1/100 IBO exists instead of P‑Bandai hell. Now… That MG Bael please.”
Global Availability and Retailer Dates Vary
HobbyLink Japan lists a firm November 30, 2025, street date, while international outlets like Gundam Planet anticipate early 2026 availability in North America. The emerging pattern suggests staggered global distribution following the Japanese launch
What Comes Next: Expansion Hints and Future IBO Lines
Enthusiast news sources hint at a future expansion kit—possibly a “Valkyrja Buster Sword”—though Bandai has not made official confirmation. Reissue rumors swirl, with hopes building for MG Lupus Rex and additional IBO Master Grades.
