GUNDAM MODEL JUDGING CRITERIA

Gundam are plastic models, and conventional Basic Modeling Skills are required to produce an acceptable representation of these fighting suits. They are no different from car, plane, ship and armor models - FIT, FINISH AND PRESENTATION ARE CRITICAL COMPONENTS OF JUDGING CLASS 2.5 - BEGINNER & OUT-OF-BOX MODELS JUDGING BASED ON AN ASSESSMENT OF CONSTRUCTION & FINISH SKILLS Models should not display evidence of the following Construction issues: Glue marks Visible nubs Uneven sanding Gaps - improper fit issues Surface imperfections (unintentional) Poor seam treatment (unintentional) Models should have a uniform non-paint finish, without unintentional flaws. Kit-supplied stickers and/or decals are acceptable, but must be applied well. Parts such as gun barrels or exhausts may be drilled out. Static poses are allowed - but the pose should not detract from the overall presentation   CLASS 2.6 - ADVANCED & MODIFIED MODELS JUDGING BASED ON CONSTRUCTION, FINISH AND PRESENTATION Overall Construction is expected to be free of the imperfections listed above. Models should not display evidence of the following Finish issues:   Uneven or messy paint Visible brush strokes Uneven tone (unintentional) Untreated panel lines Decal silvering Inconsistent application Weathering, battle damage and/or advanced finishing techniques should be performed with skill, and be applied consistently over the entire model. Modifcations and enhancements, whether after-market or scratch-built, should be carried out with skill, and improve the overall look of the original kit. The pose should take advantage of the inherent capabilities of the design of the model. The overall presentation should enhance the impact of the model - poor or unimaginative Presentation may reduce overall score.