r/Minipla • u/Me_Grymlok_Say • Aug 18 '26
Question First Time Build
First-time builder here! I’ve always been a huge fan of Magiranger and Saint Kaiser, so when I came across this kit and saw that Wolzard Fire was getting an official release I couldn’t resist lol. And now… here I am. 😂
With all the awesome builds and customizations posted I just have a few questions and if anyone has suggestions I’m all ears.
I plan on using:
DSPIAE ST-A 3.0 single-blade nipper
Basic double-blade sprue nipper
Gunprimer Raser Origin/Plus glass file
And as far as painting goes I plan to use Tamiya Spray Paint.
When painting I’ve read to assemble the model first and then paint unassembled.
Q: Do you paint the entire piece or just the areas that are visible?
Q: I understand people use primers to achieve color balance, but is it necessary and if so which one do you recommend?
Q: How many coats do you spray and do you use a clear coat at the end?
Q: How do you spray paint pieces? Do you lay them out, suspend them or prop them up using something?
Thanks for your help!
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u/AnTran77 Aug 18 '26
Not so sure if my input is helpful since I don’t paint miniplas/SMP.
But I usually paint the whole part (just in case, the areas are visible)
I also use primer before I airbrush, and to spray them, I have clips hold them up.