Briefly mentioned during our coverage of the latest “Dissolution of Smoke: Wave 2 release, we can now reveal that the Algangu x Nerdone “Clear Smoke” play set is now finally available for overseas collectors! Featuring Algangu’s original Dissolution of Smoke figure alongside Nerdone‘s similarly scaled M.O.T.U.L.O.S castle, the pair have been cast in a sleekContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Clear Smoke” Algangu x Nerdone play set overseas release…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi from Radioactive Uppercut…
Originally teased here last week, we can now reveal full release details for Radioactive Uppercut‘s non-con exclusive “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi! Created especially for those unable to attend SDCC ’15 this week, the 5″ figure has been cast in flesh colored Japanese vinyl, painted in a deco scheme very reminiscent of a certain “man ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi from Radioactive Uppercut…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…
Briefly mentioned in our SDCC ’15 coverage last week, we can now finally reveal Grumble Toys‘ latest sofubi in-full… the adorable Manmorah! A collaboration with fellow sofubi producers Amapro, the super-chunky sculpt has been produced in a gorgeous teal colored soft vinyl for its debut release, coming with pastel and pearlescent sprays that match theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Hell Beast Chimera” sofubi from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…
Karz Works are set to return later this month with one of their most impressive figures yet, taking on one of Greek mythology’s most potent beasts… the Hell Beast Chimera! Standing at little under 10″ tall, the breathtaking beast differs slightly from traditional renditions, featuring a similar lions head, albeit with elements of sharks, dragonsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Hell Beast Chimera” sofubi from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Vanilla” Jerome sofubi from Frank Kozik x Rotofugi x Squibbles Ink…
Rotofugi have teamed up with Frank Kozik for the rebirth of of one of his classic characters – the cigarette smoking ice cream “Jerome” – in glorious Japanese soft vinyl! Re-designed for the medium by Kozik and sculpted by Squibbles Ink’s Joe Summers, the little guy stands at around 4″ tall, features articulation in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Vanilla” Jerome sofubi from Frank Kozik x Rotofugi x Squibbles Ink…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Melon Pan Monsters” sofubi from Science Patrol…
Japan-based sofubi producer Science Patrol is proud to unveil his latest figures up for preorder, the Melon Pan Monsters! Described as melon pan – a type of bread – that has become sentient, friendly, and well, a little bit understood (it is living bread after all!), the little creature is available with 2 different varieties toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Melon Pan Monsters” sofubi from Science Patrol…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rotofugi’s “Birthday Suit” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…
Rotofugi are proud to announce that UhOh Toys will be joining the roster of artists at their SDCC ’15 booth later this week, bring along a special “Birthday Suit” edition of Errants sofubi minis! Consisting of all 3 2.5″ tall designs; Roku the scientist owl, Cutty the cowboy bull and Verge the space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rotofugi’s “Birthday Suit” Errants sofubi minis from UhOh Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// DKE Toys’ SDCC ’15 exclusive Lucky “Mike Edition” from Mike Egan…
Following up last year’s series of Bones resin figures, DKE Toys have once again teamed up with Mike Egan for a special batch of SDCC ’15 exclusive “Mike Edition” Lucky figures! Hand cast in resin by BlockHeads Toys with additional wing detailing sculpted by George Gaspar, the piece – inspired by Bones’ Star Wars-themed backerContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DKE Toys’ SDCC ’15 exclusive Lucky “Mike Edition” from Mike Egan…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s SDCC ’15 exclusive “Marbled Massacre” Alien sofubi…
Originally debuting at SDCC last year, it was only right that Super7 should bring back their officially licensed Alien sofubi for an all-new colorway for this year’s event! Collaboratively produced alongside Secret Base, the 4.5″ tall figure has been designed and sculpted to look like a classic Poppy sofubi mini, this time around coming cast in a swirled blueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s SDCC ’15 exclusive “Marbled Massacre” Alien sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ChibiGojiToys x Novelty Haus x Marmit’s G-Fest XXII exclusive “G2000 Vs. Orga” set..
Following our teaser post here earlier in the week, Novelty Haus have very kindly supplied us with some exclusive photos of their upcoming “G-Fest XXII” exclusive release with Marmit and Linda Conrad of ChibiGobiToys! Featuring Marmit’s Godzilla G2000 and Orga, the pair have been produced in clear soft vinyl with translucent blue and magenta sprays, metallic gold eyesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ChibiGojiToys x Novelty Haus x Marmit’s G-Fest XXII exclusive “G2000 Vs. Orga” set..”
MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Demon Services’ “Dani the Sub-Human Girl” sofubi revealed…
The wait is finally over… UK-based artist Secret Demon Services‘ second figure – “Dani the Sub-Human Girl – has finally been revealed in vinyl! Ramping up the creepiness ten-fold from previous offering Smalmack, the unique looking piece features long, outstretched arms, a sinister oversized head, “Fancy Toy” Takemi-style dress and a separate mystical door omake.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Demon Services’ “Dani the Sub-Human Girl” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s SDCC ’15 exclusive “Haunted House” ReAction Figure playset…
After almost a year on the drawing board, Super7 are proud to reveal their biggest and most ambitious ReAction playset to date… the Haunted House! Measuring in at a whopping 25” wide and 20” tall, this three storied macabre mansion is packed with over 60 individually painted panels and countless custom double-pass die-cuts to closely resemble the vintageContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s SDCC ’15 exclusive “Haunted House” ReAction Figure playset…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Brandt Peters x Mutant Vinyl Hardcore’s “Sackhead” sofubi at SDCC ’15…
Brandt Peters over at Stranger Factory has revealed that his long-awaited collaborative figure with Mutant Vinyl Hardcore – the super creepy Sackhead – will be making its debut at SDCC ’15 next week! Designed by Brandt and sculpted by MVH’s Rich Montanari Jr, the new halloween-infused head fits perfectly on the standard DX body. ProducedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Brandt Peters x Mutant Vinyl Hardcore’s “Sackhead” sofubi at SDCC ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// More from Skeletor’s Lair at SDCC ’15…
Joining the previously posted M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E and MOTU Stage 01 Prototype Set, the guys over at Super7 have revealed a whole slew of other goodies they’ll have up for grabs at Skeletor’s Lair during SDCC ’15. Located at Super7’s San Diego-based location, with entry only given to those who posses a “Skeletoken” – check our previousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// More from Skeletor’s Lair at SDCC ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Night Mystic” Dredge sofubi from Rotofugi…
Following the previously posted Snybora and Big Muscamoots, the guys over at Rotofugi are proud to reveal that yet another figure from their ongoing Lake Monsters series – the horrific “Dredge” – is set to return for SDCC ’15 next week in an exclusive “Night Mystic” colorway! Designed by Chicago-based artist Brian Morris, sculpted byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Night Mystic” Dredge sofubi from Rotofugi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ SDCC ’15 exclusive “Destrobo” Iron Monster sofubi teased…
Jeremi Rimmel of Miscreation Toys has been hard at work on a special “Destrobo” Iron Monster run just in time for SDCC ’15 next week! Inspired by GI Joe’s main antagonist “Destro”, the towering 15″ tall figure has been produced in a black soft vinyl this time around, coming complete with a silver sprayed head,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ SDCC ’15 exclusive “Destrobo” Iron Monster sofubi teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “Kaiju Kinora” and “Kaiju Nemuke” sofubi from Max Toy Co…
Originally revealed as neon green test shots a couple of months back, the latest 2 figures from Max Toy Co‘s Kaiju Gals/Monster Boogie series have finally seen their first painted release! Featuring “Kaiju Kinora” (the Mushroom Monster) from Kaori Hinata and “Kaiju Nemuke” from Hikari Bambi, both have been sculpted by none other than Makino-san of TTToys, coming in-scaleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “Kaiju Kinora” and “Kaiju Nemuke” sofubi from Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Worship’s huge “non-con” online sale announced…
Whilst unfortunately Monster Worship won’t have any new toys at SDCC this year, the guys have decided to make up for it with a huge online sale instead! Plunging deep into the MW hold bin, a number of super-rare items and must-have bargains will be up for grabs, including blank figures, one-off customs and theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Worship’s huge “non-con” online sale announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Steve Caballero x Super7 x Secret Base “Cab Dragon” sofubi SDCC release and signing…
Last seen in test shot form back in April, legendary skater Steve Caballero‘s highly anticipated collaboration with Super7 and Secret Base – the CabDragon – will finally make its debut at SDCC ’15 next week! Loosely based on Cab’s legendary “Enter the Dragon” skate graphic first seen in the late 80’s (check it out here), the 4.5″ tall figure draws inspiration from Super7’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Steve Caballero x Super7 x Secret Base “Cab Dragon” sofubi SDCC release and signing…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Cosmic Beast” Manotaur sofubi from Imps and Monsters x Rampage Toys…
It’s been well over a year since the last release of Imps and Monsters‘ Manotaur sofubi, so it came with great pleasure yesterday to find that a special “Cosmic Beast” edition is now up for grabs online! Sculpted, produced and painted by Rampage Toys‘ Jon Malmstedt, the impressive 8″ tall figure has been produced inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Cosmic Beast” Manotaur sofubi from Imps and Monsters x Rampage Toys…”
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