"Five Star Stories: The Legendary Mecha Universe & Volks’ Masterpiece Kits"
Five Star Stories is a renowned Japanese anime and manga series created by Mamoru Nagano. Originally serialized in the early 1980s, it has captivated audiences with its unique blend of high-concept science fiction, fantasy, and intricate character designs. The story is set in a distant future where powerful mechs, known as "Mortar Headds," battle in epic confrontations.
The narrative weaves intricate tales of politics, romance, and personal ambition, featuring a diverse cast of characters, each with their own compelling stories. Nagano's stunning artistic style and attention to detail contribute to the series' lasting appeal.
Introduction
In the pantheon of iconic mecha design, few franchises command the reverence of Five Star Stories (FSS). Created by the visionary artist Mamoru Nagano, this cult-classic light novel and manga series (1986–present) is a masterpiece of gothic sci-fi worldbuilding, where towering Mortar Headd mecha—piloted by aristocratic knights—clash in a galaxy of warring star systems.
For model kit enthusiasts, Volks’ Five Star Stories line is the holy grail of garage kits: exquisitely detailed, anime-accurate, and painstakingly crafted to honor Nagano’s baroque mechanical designs. From the regal Knight of Gold (KOG) to the sleek LED Mirage, these kits aren’t just builds—they’re tributes to a legend.
Why Five Star Stories Stands Apart
Lore Depth: FSS unfolds in the Joker Star Cluster, where immortal Fatimas (android companions) and knights weave tales of love, betrayal, and cosmic war.
Design Legacy: Nagano’s mecha blend Art Nouveau elegance with brutalist firepower—a stark contrast to Gundam’s militarism.
Volks’ Craftsmanship: Each kit captures FSS’s intricate filigree, demanding (and rewarding) advanced modeling skills.
Whether you’re a longtime FSS devotee or a modeler seeking your next challenge, this article explores the universe’s lore, Volks’ must-have kits, and why these mecha remain unmatched.
