Frame Arms Girl Hresvelgr Ater – 02
For this build, I decided that my Hresvelgr Alter will be kept in the more striking “armed state,” which meant skipping ahead in the manual to page 8 and diving straight into stage 33 to assemble her chest over the standard version. This variant is packed with intricate details and features the coated transparent blue pieces that really make the model pop.
After completing the chest, I circled back to stage 13 to work on the shoulder and neck joints, as well as the rear section of the chest. The process was smooth with no fitting issues.
The waist and lower torso were straightforward, but here’s a tip, make sure the poly caps (part A12) are seated properly before assembly, as this ensures the thigh pieces will fit perfectly later on.
At this stage, Hresvelgr’s body was really taking shape. Interestingly, I hadn’t painted or glued any parts together yet, which is unusual for me. It was satisfying to see the model come together so cleanly.
I decided to skip the arms for now and focus on the thighs, and the majority of model builders will not be too bothered, but during a test fit, I noticed a large, curved recess on the upper thigh where parts A5 and A4 joined. Since these parts are flesh coloured, I didn’t want to risk using a filler that might show through after painting. Instead, I used a layered superglue technique: starting with thick superglue, sanding it down, then repeating with medium and the final stage was with some very thin superglue and a high fine grade small sanding pad to get a smooth finish. This approach worked beautifully for filling the gap without affecting the final look.
When it comes to painting, preparation is everything. For the thighs, I started by applying a transparent primer from “Ammo By MIG”. This primer is excellent for ensuring that subsequent paint layers adhere smoothly, especially on plastic surfaces common in anime figure kits. After the primer dried, I used a couple of light coats of white acrylic paint. As with all painting thin layers are the key, as they prevent obscuring fine details, and the patience will pay off.
For the final top colour, I chose Vallejo “Mecha Color” 69.005 Light Flesh. I recommend testing your chosen shade on a spare piece or hidden area first. Once satisfied, I applied the flesh colour in thin, even coats, allowing each layer to dry fully before adding the next. This technique ensures a smooth, natural finish without streaks or blotches.
Since I’m building the armed version, I jumped ahead again to page 9, and stages 45/46, to work on the upper leg sections. I left the main white parts unpainted but gave the dark grey pieces some primer and a couple of coats of Gunmetal from AK’s “Xtreme Metal” range. For highlights, I used thinned “A.MIG-0196 Warhead Metallic Blue from the “Ammo By MIG” range, which allowed the darker base to show through for a more subtle effect, and not produce a very bright blue. These sections are now ready for the next chapter of the build.
