Mandarake have lined up yet another 2 must have exclusives, proudly presenting the Acid Yaghan and Jyujin “Therianthrope” (the metamorphosis of humans into animals) from GEEK! Sporting 2 of the most flamboyant paint jobs we’ve seen in a while, the pair more than live up to their edition name, sporting a psychedelic inspired neon blue withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “Acid” Yaghan and Jyujin sofubi from GEEK! x Mandarake…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// New “Tan” Itchiness sofubi from Atom A x Real Head…
Atom A has just revealed that he will be dropping a new version of the highly sought after Itchiness sofubi in his store this Sunday, March 2nd at 11am Japan time! Produced by Real Head, the “Adult” sized figure has been cast in what appears to be a tan coloured soft vinyl, replete with AtomContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Tan” Itchiness sofubi from Atom A x Real Head…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The History Monster Triffid kaiju from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…
Karz Works have teamed up with Medicom Toy for the release of their latest figure, the breathtaking History Monster Triffid! The first release in Karz Works’ latest ongoing series, “Classic Sci-Fi”, the beast has been heavily inspired by John Wyndham’s cult 1951 novel “Day of the Triffids”, resulting in one of the most unique lookingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The History Monster Triffid kaiju from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Lizard King resin action figure from FEASTboy…
FEASTboy kindly shares details of his latest resin figure, immortalising infamous skater Lizard King as a 3.75″ custom bootleg! Kit-bashed, recast and painted by the artist, the figure comes packed on a Star Wars inspired custom backer, complete with authentic blister bubble and fully working skateboard accessory. Limited to an edition of just 5 piecesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lizard King resin action figure from FEASTboy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Monoclon from Cojica Toys…
Joining the previously posted Zangira amongst the barrage of recently revealed Feb/Mar releases, Medicom Toy have secured an exclusive run of Cojica Toys‘ adorable sofubi, Monoclon! Once again cast up in a light flesh vinyl, the 17cm (6.5″) tall figure comes with a stunning mix of metallic orange, silver and graphite sprays. Touching down inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Monoclon from Cojica Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi from Kurobokan…
Teased here way back in November, Paulus Hyu‘s Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi is soon set to see the light of day courtesy of brand new toy company Kurobokan! Sculpted by Chauskoskis based on Hyu’s signature French bulldog design, the little guy has been given a fully-fledged body this time around, complete with articulation in the arms, legs and head. PicturedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi from Kurobokan…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Painted Face resin multiple from Big Trubble x Anser…
Toronto based Laird Henderson aka Big Trubble has teamed up with established local street artist Anser for the release of the Painted Face resin sculpture! Based on the artist’s reoccurring character of the same name, the stunning 6″ tall piece was sculpt, moulded and cast in resin by Laird, with the finishing line work ratherContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Painted Face resin multiple from Big Trubble x Anser…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Exclusive “Black” Zangira from Yamomark…
Yamomark have teamed up with Medicom Toy for an exclusive version of the popular rooster kaiju, Zangira! Standing at a lofty 24cm (9.5″) tall, the figure has been cast up in a black soft vinyl this time around, replete with vintage-style silver, yellow and red sprays. Currently up for grabs through the Medicom Toy storeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Exclusive “Black” Zangira from Yamomark…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Logan 5 “Sandman” custom bootleg from MOCJOES…
Famed for their custom GI Joe card backs, MOC JOE have just unveiled their first ever custom action figure, Sandman “Logan 5″ from the sci fi classic Logan’s Run! Kit-bashed from a variety of vintage 3.75” Star Wars figures, the film’s lead protagionist has been recast in a black resin, coming with a tight, factoryContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Logan 5 “Sandman” custom bootleg from MOCJOES…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Astro Boy inspired Sparrow micro run from Scott X3…
Blurble‘s Sparrow resin figure is set to receive an all-new Astro Boy inspired micro run courtesy of DuBose Art‘s newest member, Scott X3! Featuring a number of additional hand sculpted elements by the artist, including the iconic Tezuka character’s bolt-like hair and mounted hand jet, the 3″ tall figure has been recast in resin in-houseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Astro Boy inspired Sparrow micro run from Scott X3…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Michael Skattum x Monster Worship’s new painted Slimebat run teased…
Originally debuting (and instantly selling out!) in a blank orange colourway back in October, Michael Skattum aka Draculazer’s Slimebat sofubi is set to receive it’s first painted outing soon! Produced by Monster Worship, the 6″ tall, 2 part figure appears to have been cast in a bright yellow soft vinyl this time around, with whatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Michael Skattum x Monster Worship’s new painted Slimebat run teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Ooze Corpse mini figure from Gnosis x MonsterIsland…
Grizlli Atom aka Gnosis has just revealed that he will be teaming up with MonsterIsland for the production of his latest figure, the Ooze Corpse! Looking like a long lost ancient Ooze-It artefact, the awesome pocket sized figure should hopefully be seeing the light of day in the near future. We’re still not too sureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ooze Corpse mini figure from Gnosis x MonsterIsland…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Gruin Kaiju sofubi Kickstarter project…
In association with Lulubell toys and Luke Rook of Grody Shogun, Geoffrey Maxfield is proud to present the Gruin Kaiju sofubi Kickstarter! Heavily influenced by classic kaiju and Japanese sci-fi, the authentic paper clay-style soft vinyl figure stands at a lumbering 9″ tall, coming complete with articulation in both the arms and waist. Currently availableContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Gruin Kaiju sofubi Kickstarter project…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Grody mash-ups, Mad Mad Patchi Men and Necro Nekos at Lulubell Toys…
Hot off the heals of the FLV. Ver Brain Bug Boogie-Man preorder (find updated release details here), Lulubell Toys have revealed that a whole slew of new Grody Shogun figures will be touching down in-store this coming Monday, February 24th at Noon PST! Featuring a horde of blank, mixed part and painted mash-ups (pricing TBC),Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Grody mash-ups, Mad Mad Patchi Men and Necro Nekos at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “8-Ball” Radioactive Rumbler last chance preorder…
Whilst the recent 8-Ball Kickstarter shattered it’s target funding, creator John Santagada over at Radioactive Uppercut has bowed to the requests of fans who missed out by offering up the figure in both “Standard” and “DIY” colourways one last time! Standing at around 4″ of Japanese produced soft vinyl and coming with articulation in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “8-Ball” Radioactive Rumbler last chance preorder…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ “The Crawling Dead” group show at Toy Art Gallery…
Toy Art Gallery have revealed that they will be teaming up with Miscreation Toys‘ Jeremi Rimel for the first ever Autopsy Babies custom show, The Crawling Dead! Utilising the recently released “Autopsy Zombie Staple Baby” sofubi as the platform of choice, over 40 artists will be offering up their take on the controversial figure, rangingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ “The Crawling Dead” group show at Toy Art Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The new resin mini figure set from Joseph Harmon…
Joseph Harmon aka SeaMonster3D is proud to reveal that his latest batch of resin mini figures are now up for grabs! Featuring 4 untitled figures based on the artist’s many reoccurring characters (including a female version of our favourite, Hawaii Wolf!), the quartette stand at around 2.25″ tall each, coming hand cast in a slightlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new resin mini figure set from Joseph Harmon…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mechavirus’ Ammonaito sofubi test paints revealed…
It would appear that Mechavirus‘ long awaited Ammonaito sofubi is finally nearing it’s first release, with the reveal of the first ever test paints courtesy of Monster Kolor! Originally seeing numerous releases in resin, the tentacled kaiju has been completely re-tooled for the new medium, featuring a slightly upscaled body, tighter/deeper detailing and a much moreContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mechavirus’ Ammonaito sofubi test paints revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The FLV. Ver Brain Bug Boogie-Man from Cure Toys…
Cure Toys have just revealed the latest figure to get the FLV. treatment, James Groman’s Brain Bug Boogie-Man! Cast up in an unpainted neon green soft vinyl with neon pink “brain bug” and pincer, the 8″ tall figure will be dropping exclusively in the Secret Base store this Sunday, February 23rd for just 10,000yen ($98).Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The FLV. Ver Brain Bug Boogie-Man from Cure Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Buff Monster’s online toy machine revealed…
For the first time since their inception back in November, Buff Monster be offering the toys (and tokens!) from his toy machine online! Offered up in two different styles; Ice Cream Resin Heads and Melty Misfits Cheap Toys, the heads will be available in four main variations (Original, Zombie, Devil, Skull) and three rare variations (SplitContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Buff Monster’s online toy machine revealed…”
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