This post is a review of the nanoblock Gyarados build. Gyarados is part of the nanoblock Pokemon collection. Wondering what else is part of the Pokemon Collection? Click Here for a list.
Number: NBPM_023
Number of Pieces: 170
Difficulty Rating: 3/5
To me, Gyarados appears to be the fan-favorite generation 1 dragon Pokemon. It is also famous as the first shiny pokemon as the red Gyarados in generation 2, though as far as I’m aware, nanoblock hasn’t made a red version yet.
Gyarados is a more challenging build. It is built up from a small base, significantly affecting the build. When I was building the head, I found the figure kept tipping forward. It did get better when I added the tail, but it still likes to tip forward if you don’t place it on the table just so. Another thing that makes this build challenging is there are several points where you build a chain of brick to make details which can be a challenge to line up.
Overall, Gyarados is very recognizable as the pokemon is meant to represent. I think they use many uncommon techniques in the Pokemon builds, such as the use of negative space to create the inside of his mouth.
Things I liked:
- How the eyes are inset is cool
Things I didn’t like:
- The final build is tippy and likes to fall over if you don’t place it down just right
There is a second version of this build that was released as NBPM_055 known as Crystal Gyarados.
Link to order: Amazon