GN Archer vs Gadessa

The High Grade 1/144 Gadessa was released mid Jan 2009 retailing at 1500 Yen. It came out at the same time as the similarly graded and scaled GN Archer. Somehow, I'd the impression that the Gadessa was better choice of the two. Wrong! Now that I have both to compare, although a simpler figure, I'd still conclude that the Archer's promiscuity provides the bigger "bang for the buck". Swapping that big backpack with other MS's, the transforming option, the pairing with the fabulous Arios... The Archer adds a lot of value to the already great Arios. I doubt there will be a 1/100 GN Archer anytime soon. So there is another positive point for the HG's at this time... far more choice.
On the other hand, I can't say I care too much for the Gadessa beyond the huge fire arm. Maybe it was the crappy ankle stickers that put me off... or the toes you have to pop off and reattach... was it too much to have them swivel down on a hinge? Even the single joint elbow but the Archer is the same... and it's comparatively expensive too, perhaps because of its inclusion of the stand. Its not that its at all bad... Its OK. Just not a "Must Buy" in my book. I don't think I'd find too much different with the Garazzo or whatever the other variant is called. So you can assume I'll be giving that one a miss when it finally arrives.

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