Gunpla Builders World Cup 2012 - The World’s Best Gundam Models Crowned! (Part 2 of 2)

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Jan. 07, 2013 15:50 PST

Representatives from 13 regions including Australia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and North America recently gathered to show off their best work at the Gunpla Builders World Cup 2012. Let’s take a look at the winners.

Junior Course (14 and younger)

1st Place: Allen Ferbrianto (Indonesia)
Name of Entry: Kabuki

2nd Place: Vincent Hui (Hong Kong)
Name of Entry: Saving Gundam Base

3rd Place: Krit Somabha (Thailand)
Name of Entry: Jasta Special Operation

Open Course (15 and older)

1st Place: Ng Edy (Hong Kong)
Name of Entry: Project Gwen - Rezel FA+FW

2nd Place: Aristeo Lamig Saavedra Jr. (Philippines)
Name of Entry: 1/100 AGE Titusl

3rd Place: Ko Kwon Chul (South Korea)
Name of Entry: The Zaku (Return of the J.Ridden)

At the awards ceremony, Kunio Okawara, the man in charge of the mecha designs for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam, appeared on stage as a special guest. Looking back on the competition, he said, “I am happy that the love of building Gundams has spread to countries all over the world. I hope you will all try hard for 2013’s competition as well.” His speech incited a massive cheer from all of the participants.

We can’t wait for the next competition to see what kind of works creators will build next!