MG Cross Bone X1 Ver.Ka

The MG 1/100 XM-X1 Crossbone Gundam X-1 Ver.Ka (JAN code 4543112459367) is a classic Master Grade kit from the Mobile Suit Crossbone Gundam manga series. Supervised by Hajime Katoki, it captures the pirate-themed aesthetic with skull motifs, a distinctive "X" silhouette, and high-mobility close-quarters combat design.

In-Universe Background

Developed by the Strategic Naval Research Institute (SNRI) as a successor to the F91 Gundam, the Crossbone X-1 is a high-performance prototype for the Jupiter Empire's "pirate" forces. It excels in melee combat with unique weapons like Scissor Anchors and Heat Daggers, while featuring an ABC (Anti-Beam Coating) mantle for defense and a Core Fighter for emergency escape.

Features and Included Items

This Ver.Ka refines the proportions and detailing of the Crossbone design. The build is relatively straightforward for its era, with good color separation (white, dark blue/purple, red/yellow accents) and minimal stickers needed out of the box. It includes a swappable chest part to convert it into the X-1 Kai (Custom) variant.

Key gimmicks:

• Deployable Scissor Anchors (with wire effects for grappling).
• Heat Daggers (stored in the knees/elbows) and Beam Zanber.
• Beam Shield / Brand Marker with effect parts.
• ABC Mantle (soft plastic "cloth" cape that drapes realistically).
• Core Fighter that docks into the chest.

Included accessories:

• Buster Gun
• 2x Beam Sabers
• Heat Dagger blades/handles
• Scissor Anchors with wires
• Beam Shield / Brand Marker
• ABC Mantle
• Multiple hand parts
• Core Fighter
• Foil stickers and marking decals