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Things that I have Learned From Gunpla

When I was a kid, I remember buying a Macross model kit-for the sake of getting a pilot figure. I didn't really bother assembling the kit, since I was just 5 or 6 back then. Things changed when I read a cute catalog which convinced me to become a Gunpla builder. Recently, I have decided to get back to the game thanks to Exia Dark Matter and with my on-going self-improvement journey, here are some lessons that I have learned from such an unexpected hobby. Warning : This is a long post and pictures will probably come soon. You'll never enjoy something unless you try it - I remember the first time that I was truly introduced to Gundam model kits; it was a curious little catalog from Toytown. I just got it since I was curious about the units of Gundam SEED and Gundam in general (blame SD Gundam Force) To be honest, I had a fear of assembling robots since they have small parts and complex building techniques (just ask that Macross kit that I never built) but then, seeing that b...