Bandai’s latest push into Universal Century side stories centers around the events of Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt, a manga series currently being serialized. In Thunderbolt, the Federation and Zeon forces clash in a shoal zone comprised of metallic debris from space colonies that is known for its deadly electrical discharges. The heavily armored Mobile Suits on both sides feature extra propellant tanks, weapons, shields, and sub-arms for extra dexterity in space combat.

When the Federation comes knocking at their door, Zeon responds with the Big Gun. The Gundam Thunderbolt version of the venerable Zaku II comes fully loaded with a gigantic beam cannon, its trademark machine gun, and two bazookas. This is a High Grade full color model kit. Coming December 2013 for 2,700 yen.