The XV104 Riptide is the pinnacle of the Earth caste's battlesuit technology, towering over other T'au models like the XV8 Crisis suit. Despite its massive size, it remains highly maneuverable with ball and socket joints that allow dynamic posing. The Riptide features sleek armor, three head variants, and a wide range of weapon options including a heavy burst cannon, fusion blaster, smart missile systems, and a Riptide shield generator. The kit also includes two Shielded Missile Drones. This multipart plastic kit contains 108 components and a T'au transfer sheet, requiring assembly and painting.