This is a 1/35 scale model kit from X-Plus. I began by soaking the unpainted parts in warm soapy water overnight, then rinsed and dried them the following day.
The dried parts were airbrushed while still on their runners. I used Mr. Hobby Mr. Color paint no. 18 as the base coat, and Mr. Color paint no. 22 for spot accentuations that gradually evolved into larger patch highlights, giving the skin a natural, mottled appearance. To bring out the fine sculpted details, I applied dark Tamiya Panel Accent Color in the recesses. The tongue was airbrushed in Character Red (Mr. Color paint no. 108) and a touch of bright Tamiya Panel Accent Color was used to simulate saliva.
For the facial details, I highlighted the eyes with gold permanent marker and added pupils with a fine dark marker. All teeth were painted using a silver permanent marker, giving the mouth a dramatic, striking look.
Final assembly was straightforward but required patience. Since the kit is non-snap-kit, I built subassemblies step by step – head, torso, tail, thighs and arms before completing the full T. rex form.
This build is also a small tribute to the 30th anniversary of the real-time strategy game Command & Conquer. Inspired by the game’s hidden Covert Ops T. rex units, the model’s dramatic teeth, golden eyes, and mottled hide reinterpret the classic predator as a game-world war-beast. It is a playful crossover between model-building craftsmanship and a beloved gaming milestone.
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