The final guardian of the Four Heavenly Kings plastic model kit series arrives! Kaiyodo has long delivered high-quality, "replica-level" figures by meticulously observing real-life subjects, capturing the essence of art pieces and statues with precision and exquisite balance. Now, the fourth installment of the series that attempts to translate this high-level sculpting technique into injection kits features the "Buddhist Statues." From the "Four Heavenly Kings," the deities that guard the main image of a temple from all four directions, comes Virupaksha (Kōmokuten), standing powerfully with a trident and a fierce, wrathful expression, now as a plastic model kit. As the name suggests, Virupaksha is said to possess "eyes that see far and wide," granting him the power to perceive all things. This item captures the same imposing atmosphere as the original statue: posing with a trident held in his left hand and his right hand on his waist to intimidate his foes, and a sharp, glaring gaze with a wrathful expression. In addition to the rugged base, the intricate details of the armor's surface—expressed through subtle unevenness—and the delicate textures of cloth, leather, and skin are all rendered with fine detail. The finish allows you to experience the unique, weathered texture that can only be felt in Buddhist statues, honed over a long period of time. To ensure that the details and characteristic curves are not lost due to the limitations of injection molding, the parts are cleverly divided to prioritize the beauty of the finished assembly. Fine areas such as the ears and the shoulder guards of the armor are sculpted with high precision, faithfully reproducing the intricacy of the original prototype in a plastic model kit. Furthermore, the number of parts has been kept to a minimum, allowing you to assemble the figure of Virupaksha with simple steps. It is an item that allows you to easily enjoy the beautiful curves, dense detailing, and the presence befitting a warrior deity.
