Quick answer: Bandai Spirits has announced a newly sculpted S.H.Figuarts Kira Yamato wearing his ORB pilot suit from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny. Japanese preorders are scheduled to begin on August 3, 2026, with release planned for December 2026. The official Japanese retail price is ¥9,900 including tax.

Release dates, preorder access and prices outside Japan may differ by market and retailer. This article covers the official announcement and does not present the exact Kira figure as a current SENDAO TOYS preorder.

The new release returns to Kira’s appearance from Gundam SEED Destiny rather than repeating the Compass uniform used in Gundam SEED Freedom.

Bandai has redesigned the body proportions and expanded the range of movement around the shoulders and legs. The result is intended to support more natural standing poses, tense combat scenes and zero-gravity displays.

The included pistol and alternate facial parts also allow collectors to recreate moments connected to the final confrontation involving Gilbert Durandal.

Official Price and Release Schedule

The ¥9,900 amount is the manufacturer’s recommended Japanese retail price. International shops may use different prices after shipping, import expenses, local taxes and currency conversion are considered.

Bandai lists the product for several sales regions, but the exact preorder opening time and release date may not be identical in every market.

What Is Included?

The set focuses on character posing and the dramatic scenes associated with the final episode of Gundam SEED Destiny.

The official contents include:

• Main Kira Yamato figure
• Three interchangeable left hands
• Three interchangeable right hands
• Three alternate facial expressions
• Separate face part for use with the helmet
• Pilot helmet
• Neck component for the helmet
• Pistol accessory

The figure does not include a mobile suit, cockpit or Tamashii Effect Rock display piece. Any display stand or environmental effect shown in promotional photography should be checked separately before ordering.

New Sculpt and Improved Proportions

This version is presented as a newly sculpted figure rather than a simple costume repaint.

Bandai has updated Kira’s proportions to better match the ORB pilot suit design. The torso, shoulder armor, legs and overall silhouette have been adjusted to create a more natural human shape in both relaxed and action poses.

The redesigned body is particularly important because pilot suits can easily look stiff when the armor sections interfere with the joints. By increasing movement around the shoulders and hips, the new body should allow Kira to hold the pistol with both hands, sit against a display base and take more dramatic floating poses.

The official images show that the release is suited to:

• Standing and seated character displays
• Two-handed pistol poses
• Tense final-battle scenes
• Zero-gravity arrangements with a separate stand
• Character-focused Gundam SEED Destiny collections

Helmet and Facial Expressions

The helmet is one of the most useful display accessories in the set.

Collectors can place it on the figure using the dedicated helmet face and neck components. After removing the interchangeable internal parts, the helmet can also be displayed separately as an accessory.

The three standard expressions provide several different moods rather than repeating the same neutral face:

• A gentle smiling expression
• A more emotional expression
• A closed-eye expression

The helmet-specific face is designed for battle scenes. Together, these parts allow the figure to move between quiet character moments and more intense story displays without requiring an entirely separate head sculpt.

Why Is a Pistol Included?

Kira is usually associated with piloting the Freedom Gundam and Strike Freedom Gundam, so a small character-scale pistol may initially seem unusual.

The weapon is included to support scenes from the final episode of Gundam SEED Destiny, particularly the confrontation connected to Durandal. This gives the figure a clear narrative purpose beyond simply representing Kira in a different uniform.

The accessory also works well with the improved upper-body articulation. Collectors can create:

• Single-handed aiming poses
• Two-handed defensive stances
• Walking and cautious movement scenes
• Final-episode character displays

Because the set focuses on character drama rather than large weapon effects, the pistol and expressions are more important than an oversized action accessory would be.

ORB Pilot Suit vs Compass Pilot Suit Version

The ORB release and the earlier Compass figure represent different periods of Kira’s story.

The new release is not a direct replacement for the Compass version. Collectors interested in SEED Destiny may prefer the ORB uniform, while fans building a SEED Freedom display may still find the Compass figure more appropriate.

Owning both also allows the two figures to represent Kira at different points in the timeline.

Who Should Consider Ordering It?

The December 2026 release is most relevant for collectors who:

• Want a poseable Kira Yamato character figure
• Prefer the ORB uniform from Gundam SEED Destiny
• Plan to recreate the final Durandal scene
• Already collect Freedom or Strike Freedom mobile suits
• Want more expressions than earlier character figures offered
• Missed the Compass Pilot Suit version

Collectors who only focus on mobile suits may not consider a human character figure essential. However, Kira can add scale and narrative context to a Gundam SEED shelf, particularly when displayed near Freedom, Strike Freedom or related pilot characters.

Final Verdict

The ORB Pilot Suits release gives Gundam SEED Destiny collectors a more flexible and story-specific Kira Yamato figure.

Its strongest improvements are the redesigned proportions, wider shoulder and leg movement, varied facial expressions and dedicated pistol scene. The helmet can also function as both wearable equipment and a separate display accessory.

This is not simply the Compass version in a different color. It represents another era, uses a newly developed body and focuses on scenes from the ending of Gundam SEED Destiny.

Before ordering, collectors should confirm local availability, the final retailer price and the expected release date in their own region.

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FAQ

When will the new Kira Yamato figure be released?

The official Japanese schedule lists the figure for release in December 2026. Other regions may use different release dates.

When do Japanese preorders begin?

Preorders are scheduled to begin on August 3, 2026. Retailer opening times and available quantities may vary.

How much does the ORB pilot suit version cost?

The manufacturer’s recommended Japanese retail price is ¥9,900 including tax. International prices may differ.

What accessories are included?

The set includes three pairs of interchangeable hands, three alternate facial expressions, helmet components and a pistol.

How tall is the figure?

Bandai lists the figure at approximately 140mm tall, or about 5.5 inches.

Is it the same as the Compass Pilot Suit figure?

No. The new figure uses Kira’s ORB uniform from Gundam SEED Destiny, features a newly sculpted body and has improved shoulder and leg movement.

Is this Kira figure available at SENDAO TOYS?

At the time of publication, this article covers the official announcement and does not present the exact S.H.Figuarts release as a SENDAO TOYS preorder. Check the live Gundam collection for current products and future updates.

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Official references:

• TAMASHII NATIONS — S.H.Figuarts Kira Yamato ORB Pilot Suits Ver.
• TAMASHII NATIONS — S.H.Figuarts Kira Yamato Compass Pilot Suit Ver.
• TAMASHII NATIONS — Gundam Series Product List