A figure like a flower blooming quietly, as if melting into the veil of night, yet with a distinct presence. That is “Gekka Bijin” (Queen of the Night), based on an illustration by Sora Nani Iro-sensei. The name itself is poetic, but seeing the actual piece makes the weight of those words sink even deeper into your heart. The 1/6 scale size is exquisite, and the way it looks changes depending on the viewing distance, making it truly feel like a “phantom blooming in the night.”

The highlight of this figure is undoubtedly the texture of the costume. The fabric, treated with a delicate pearlescent paint, changes its expression depending on the angle of the light, shining quietly as if it were breathing. The finish—neither too glossy nor too plain—is an indispensable element in translating the fantastical world of the illustration into a three-dimensional form. Its expressive power, which never grows old from any direction, gently envelops the entire space.

The hair flowing softly from the head utilizes a surprisingly natural matte texture, with subtle pearlescent highlights hidden within. Above all, what catches the eye is the light blue gradation that fades toward the tips. This coloring is truly exquisite, evoking a sense of tranquility and freshness, like the moment light gradually breaks through the early morning sky. You cannot help but be captivated by a sculpt that offers new discoveries every time you look at it.

The depiction of “skin” in a figure greatly influences the viewer's impression. In “Gekka Bijin,” there are no oversights in this regard. Beyond mere smoothness, a three-dimensional feel that conveys a sense of moderate fullness and softness is meticulously sculpted, and the shadows when hit by light are extremely natural. There is a warmth there, as if you could almost feel a body temperature, with a gentleness that softly touches the viewer's emotions.

The greatness of “Gekka Bijin” is that it doesn't end as just a “beautiful figure.” Sora Nani Iro-sensei's worldview lives within it as a 3D object, possessing the power to completely transform the atmosphere of wherever it is displayed. It melts quietly but surely into the space while simultaneously inviting the gaze. This complete figure offers a comfort akin to displaying a single painting. As time passes, the act of displaying it itself turns into a special moment within your daily life.