Mirock Toy has just unveiled their latest release currently available for overseas order, the “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set! Once again coming with a total of 6 different figures – featuring mixed-part configurations from the original Dr Mirock series, the Dr Mirock Totem and Mecha Chibira-kun set – each have been painted up in a gorgeous mixContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Island’s “Shit Ballz” resin figures revealed…
Hot on the heels of yesterday’s E-ball-A reveal, we bring you details of yet another upcoming project from Monster Island, the Shit Ballz! Taking inspiration from the classic gross-out ball toys of the 80’s, the series is set to feature a total of 12 designs from various artists across the art toy scene, the first – picturedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Island’s “Shit Ballz” resin figures revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Base’s SpongeBob X-Ray DX sofubi and mug set at Toy Art Gallery…
Toy Art Gallery are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a limited batch of Secret Base‘s latest SpongeBob X-Ray DX release! Standing at around 5″ of Japanese soft vinyl, the fully licensed figure comes with the standard “split” paint app in SpongeBob’s classic colors complete with partially visible bright GID green skeletal insert. Coming packedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Base’s SpongeBob X-Ray DX sofubi and mug set at Toy Art Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English x BlackBook Toy’s Evil Mc sofubi teased…
BlackBook Toy have just revealed that they’re teaming up with pop artist Ron English for an all-new take on Ronald McDonald for their latest sofubi, Evil Mc! Based on the reoccurring character seen in many of English’s paintings, the sinister-looking fast food anti-mascot has been realised in 3D by the talented Chop over at Monster Farm. With the figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English x BlackBook Toy’s Evil Mc sofubi teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New releases from Shimomoku at Jungle…
Shimomoku over at Japanese toy retailer and producer Jungle has just revealed that a whole swathe of new releases will be touching down online this weekend! Featuring the return of Lampu in a clear soft vinyl, the Skulltula Skeleton Warrior in GID, plus a restock of all-new figure Beta in both lavender and light green,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New releases from Shimomoku at Jungle…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…
As 2014 comes to an end, Rich over at Mutant Vinyl Hardcore has decided to finish up strong with one last monster from the depths, proud presenting the “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon! Produced in a bright orange soft vinyl, the lumbering beast has been treated to a paint app that pays homage to the vintage toysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bronze” Melty Misfit mini figures from Buff Monster…
Buff Monster has just revealed that he will be unleashing another round of bronze Melty Misfit mini figures in-store this Friday, December 12th at 10am Eastern time! Featuring all 3 of the GPK Cheap Toy-inspired designs; Double Heather, Graffiti Petey and Alice Island, each of the little guys has been cast in a stunning polished bronze,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bronze” Melty Misfit mini figures from Buff Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The E-ball-A resin figure from Kalaka Toys x Monster Island x Grizzli Atom…
Paul Bass over at Monster Island is proud to reveal that he’s teamed up with Kalaka Toys and Grizzli Atom for the release of his latest resin figure, E-ball-A! Designed by Kalaka’s Matias, sculpted by Grizzli and produced by Paul, the awesome Madballs inspired piece stands at around 7″ tall, coming complete with articulation inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The E-ball-A resin figure from Kalaka Toys x Monster Island x Grizzli Atom…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…
Regular as clockwork, Elegab is proud to reveal that his lottery sales for December are now live! Once again, a total of 3 figures are up for grabs this month; all-new creation Hedogon in a clear blue soft vinyl with neon/metallic sprays for just 8,600yen ($73), the awesome smog monster Hedoronchaku, cast in a clear vinyl with metallic sprays andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “OG” Rikishi Bob-Omb resin mini figure from Dubose Art…
Jonathan Dubose has just revealed the latest release to hit the Dubose Art store, the Rikishi Bob-Omb resin figure! An ingenious marriage of both Super Mario’s generic bomb enemy and sumo, the shiko (leg-stomping) mini stands at around 1.75″ tall, coming hand sculpt, cast and painted by Jonathan. Limited to an edition of 20 in the pictured “OG” colorway,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “OG” Rikishi Bob-Omb resin mini figure from Dubose Art…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Konatsuya x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…
Joining the previously featured Emerian, Centaur Wrestler and Gakki-Kun, Medicom Toy have revealed the fourth and final figure for their newly established Vinyl Gacha Artist: Series 1, the adorable Kappa-Chan from Konatsuya! Similar to the other figures in the series, theKaneko Yowohei sculpted mini stands at just under 2.5″ tall, coming in a selection of 5 different blind-baggedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Konatsuya x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “yadŌkai” Gero from SLAVExONE x UnaffiliatedSJ…
SLAVExONE has revealed that he’s teamed up with UnaffiliatedSJ for an all-new “yadŌkai” Gero head sculpt! Due to be produced in sofubi for standard run releases in early 2015, the UnaffiliatedSJ-created head will be making it’s debut in resin at Clutter’s upcoming “Gift Wrapped 2014” show as part of the one-off Gero custom seen above. With moreContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “yadŌkai” Gero from SLAVExONE x UnaffiliatedSJ…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…
Having dabbled with sofubi through contributions to Rampage Toys’ Gachapon Goblin series, illustrator Joseph Harmon has just revealed a work-in-progress prototype of his first full-scale figure, Vampirass! Whilst details on the piece are still thin on the ground, the released image suggests that the bikini clad vamp will stand upwards of 6″ tall, coming with articulation inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Starman” and “Amazon” PRO WRESTLING action figures from HamFX…
Previewed here a few weeks back, Tyler Ham aka HamFX‘s super space traveller Starman is now up for grabs alongside an all-new rendition of half man, half piranha, Amazon! Taken from cult NES game PRO WRESTLING, the pair of digital brawlers have been faithfully recreated by Tyler in 3.75″ action figure form – albeit unarticulated – comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Starman” and “Amazon” PRO WRESTLING action figures from HamFX…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery “Christmas Kaiju” group show…
The guys over at Toy Art Gallery are proud to announce “Christmas Kaiju”, their holiday-themed group show! Getting into the festive spirit with over 50 artists from right across the art toy scene, the exhibition is set to play host to a whole slew of perfect gifts for that toy-loving monster in your life, including softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery “Christmas Kaiju” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…
Uamou are proud to reveal that their officially Tsuburaya-licensed UltraUamou mini has received an all-new colorway just in time for the holidays! Standing at around 3″ tall, the 2 part figure has been produced in a dazzling silver lamé soft vinyl this time around, complete with masked Ultraman-style red sprays, inset eyes and a clearContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Peter Kato’s Holiday Sale feat. Big Top from Kevin Nam…
Peter Kato is planning on ramping up the festivities this week as he proudly announces his special Holiday Sale! Featuring all-new Bedtime Bunnies tree ornaments, “Holiday” edition Sleeptime and Bedtime Bunnies, plus the debut release from former intern Kevin Nam, we bring you a quick rundown on each of the pieces that’ll be up for grabsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Peter Kato’s Holiday Sale feat. Big Top from Kevin Nam…”
MAN-E-NEWS// PicoPico x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…
Joining the previously featured “Emerian” from Mee Mei and “Centaur Wrestler” from Zarigani Works, Medicom Toy have secured yet another figure for their newly established Vinyl Gacha Artist: Series 1, this time around taking on popular Japanese TV show character and internet meme, Gakki-Kun! Similar to both Emerian and the Centaur, the PicoPico sculpted mini standsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// PicoPico x Medicom Toy’s “Gakki-Kun” Vinyl Artist Gacha Series 1…”
MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…
Up and coming toy customiser Videov0mit has just unveiled the prototype for his debut sofubi, CZERNOBOG! Designed by Videov0mit and digitally sculpted by iamscumbag, the towering 9″ of sub-aquatic terror cherry picks choice elements from both classic kaiju and cult horror, featuring 4 tentacle-like arms, a finned robotic torso, skull chest piece and a creepy, teeth clenched, shark-like head.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…
Having had a huge amount of success with his debut sofubi, the Evil Demon, Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters has wasted no time in getting to work on a follow-up, the super-gross Bukimi Kun! Whilst details on the figure are still forthcoming, it would appear that it will be considerably smaller than the Evil Demon,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…”
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