The Armoured Mobile Platform AMP ORYX is the latest model I have created. With this project, my goal was to apply all the techniques I had learned from developing my previous models. One of the key objectives was to design an efficient breakdown of parts that would allow for a smoother casting process compared to earlier models. I approached the design of each piece with its future reproduction already in mind.

I planned its construction with the clear goal of participating in the Original Mecha Contest, which I had just discovered, to test whether my approach to creating these models was truly worthwhile. At that time, none of my previous models, even though they were completed, had been showcased or presented publicly.

The design of this new mech had to meet certain objectives. I didn’t want a humanoid-looking robot, but I did want to build my first biped. I was more interested in a somewhat deformed configuration.

The character of Stith from the animated movie Titan A.E. was a truly inspiration. Long, tangled, thin, and fragile-looking legs that would contrast with a more robust, armored body. At the top, I planned to place two weapons on either side, but in the end, I opted for a single double-barrel weapon on top, giving it an even more streamlined appearance. I didn’t want a waist to anchor the legs; instead, I intended for them to originate directly from the main body.

Two small auxiliary arms would extend underneath, like those of an exploration vehicle. It had to be a mech with a strange and chaotic appearance, but its construction had to have a certain logic and harmony. I didn’t want it to look like a pile of random junk stuck together. Sharp edges and smooth curves would have to find a way to coexist.

With all these ideas in mind, I began gluing plastic to shape the dimensions of the legs.

The model kit consists of 119 parts casted in high-quality polyurethane resin. Each piece is attached to a resin sprue, necessary for pouring the resin into the mold, which must be removed using a modeling saw. Each part is numbered for easy identification.

Some key pieces are casted with a steel rod inside to enhance their strength and durability. The kit includes an inventory of all parts, a step-by-step instruction manual, and a series of tips and tricks for building a resin model like this.

Assembly is straightforward by following the manual's steps, although a thorough preliminary study is recommended. I always suggest using metal pins for joining key pieces or those that will bear some tension. Given the configuration of the model, I recommend taking the necessary time to properly assemble the legs to ensure their stability and durability. On my social media, there are numerous videos offering tips and detailing assembly processes.The kit also includes a set of cables for additional detailing.

The model measures 22x17x18 cm and weighs approximately 450 g. The model is 1:35 scale, although it could fit perfectly in other similar scales.

It is fully articulated but should always be treated as a display piece rather than a toy. Once the mech's pose is decided, each joint should be fixed with glue and, in some cases, reinforced with a metal pin.

The model is fully paintable. I strongly recommend using a high-quality primer as a base coat.

This model had the privilege of winning first place in the Main Division of the Original Mecha Contest in 2023, to my great satisfaction.