TAG owner Gino Joukar has just posted the latest figure to receive an exclusive run courtesy of the LA based gallery, Geek’s Beastman! Originally debuting at the Max Toy Wondefestival booth back in July, the towering beast (referred to as “Jyujin Hinomoto” in the posting) appears to have been cast in a similar black/grey soft vinyl,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Geek’s Toy Art Galley exclusive Beastman revealed…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Nekos custom bootleg keshi from Rampage Toys x Eric Nilla…
As promised in our reveal of Cannibal Gyudome last week, we excitedly bring you yet another collaboration between Rampage Toys and Eric Nilla… the Nekos custom bootleg keshi! Sharing a mutual love for the hugely popular Nelcos Fortress vintage keshi, the pair set about customising a batch of the figures, with Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt sculptingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Nekos custom bootleg keshi from Rampage Toys x Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Metal Mockbats from Paul Kaiju x TAG…
Revealed here last week, Paul Kaiju‘s beautiful Metal Mockbats are set to land in his store soon! Produced by Toy Art Gallery, the figures will be available in the same choice of finishes as their previous metal releases, with bronze, gold and silver plated versions up for grabs. Coming replete with full articulation in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Metal Mockbats from Paul Kaiju x TAG…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Batmono bootleg figure from Tone Tank…
Tone Tank proudly presents his latest custom bootleg release, Batmono! Half man, half bat, half ape, and with a seemingly super-human power to defy mathematics (!), the figure was originally created as a one-off piece for a recent show, now seeing the light of day as a fully fledged resin figure. Inspired by a tripContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Batmono bootleg figure from Tone Tank…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulator Studio sale this Friday (9/20)…
After little over a year of designing and producing toys, the Disarticulators have racked up over 1,000 casts across their various lines, leaving over 10 kilos of miscasts, color tests, scrapped figures, protos and over-casts in their wake. So, with NYCC around the corner, the guys have decided to clear a little studio space inContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulator Studio sale this Friday (9/20)…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Zollmen Zofbie micro run from DLux…
Whilst we rather impatiently wait for our shipments of Zollmen‘s second run of Zofbie minis, DLux kindly fills the gap with a custom micro run of figures from the first run! Featuring 6 of the 3″ tall, soft vinyl cast zombies, each has been hand sprayed and brushed by DLux, complete with ample amounts ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Zollmen Zofbie micro run from DLux…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Frank Mysterio’s Anticristo 666 sofubi…
Originally debuting at the Dragatomi SDCC booth in an unpainted black, Frank Mysterio‘s incredible Anticristo 666 sofubi finally sees it’s first general release later today! Designed by Mysterio and sculpted by Chauskoskis, the 3 headed beast will be available in 3 different variations; an unpainted white edition of 10, plus micro painted runs of 5Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Frank Mysterio’s Anticristo 666 sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “The Old Ones” sofubi mini series from Grizlli Atom x Toys Are Sanity…
Grizlli Atom has teamed up with Toys Are Sanity‘s Coma21 for the release of his debut sofubi mini series, The Old Ones! Consisting of 3 mini figures and 4 omakes (micros), the 7 figures, designed and sculpted solely by Grizlli, have been inspired by Marvel’s legendary artist Jack Kirby, including stunning kaiju interpretations of theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “The Old Ones” sofubi mini series from Grizlli Atom x Toys Are Sanity…”
MAN-E-NEWS// MVH x Monster5’s WIP “Mech” sculpt revealed…
Teased alongside a whole host of other projects last month, Rich over at Mutant Vinyl Hardcore has just revealed the latest WIP shot of his highly anticipated “Mech” figure! Designed by Rich and currently being sculpted by Monster Worship‘s Monster5 under his direction, the figure is due to come with 2 different head sculpts, standingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// MVH x Monster5’s WIP “Mech” sculpt revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Acolorfulmonster’s “Glacier” Chimeron resin figures for Novelty Haus…
Acolorfulmonster has teamed up with Baltimore’s Novelty Haus for the debut of his latest resin kaiju beast, the Chimeron! Entitled the “Glacier” edition, the initial run has been cast in a mix of clear blue and white parts, standing at an impressive 6″ tall with 4 points of articulation at the head, waist and arms. LimitedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Acolorfulmonster’s “Glacier” Chimeron resin figures for Novelty Haus…”
MAN-E-NEWS// WAR ON PREHIS’ Death Drone from Goodleg Toys…
“War on Prehis rages on. Merciless. Endless. Without remorse… The abominable face of Death on this godforsaken planet has taken another lethal form: Death Drones, raiding patrols of the infamous Skull Squad – leaving a path of annihilation wherever they go…” The fine chaps over at Goodleg Toys are proud to present the third figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// WAR ON PREHIS’ Death Drone from Goodleg Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Cannibal Gyudome custom keshi from Nama Niku x Rampage Toys x Eric Nilla…
Nama Niku and Eric Nilla continue their recent onslaught of genre defining collaborations with their latest custom keshi… the Cannibal Gyudome! A hilarious follow-up to Nama’s original Gyodome keshi (featured here last year), the bowl headed figure has been co-created alongside none other than Rampage Toys‘ Jon Malmstedt, coming with a ton of additional sculpting onContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Cannibal Gyudome custom keshi from Nama Niku x Rampage Toys x Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Spy Monkey x Ersico’s Weaponeers of Monkaa customs for the Power Con ’13 Charity Auction…
Every year Spy Monkey Creations have been kind enough to donate a few of their custom MOTUC weapons for the Power-Con Charity Auction… Well this year’s a little different, as the guys have teamed up with Glyos painter extraordinaire Ersico for a custom MOTU-inspired run of Weaponers of Monkaa figures! Limited to just 4 one-offContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Spy Monkey x Ersico’s Weaponeers of Monkaa customs for the Power Con ’13 Charity Auction…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ManOrMonster? Studios’ Beastor-9 and Arkannis revealed…
One more day closer to Power-Con and we’re treated to yet another exclusive reveal from ManOrMonster? Studios, this time around coming in the form of the latest Warlords of Wor protagonists… the twisted abomination of science, Beastor-9, and mysterious mystic upstart, Arkannis! Originally teased as test casts a while back, the pair have since beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ManOrMonster? Studios’ Beastor-9 and Arkannis revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// B.A.S.T.A.R.D Riders WIP from Triclops Studios…
With Superfestival just around the corner, Rob over at Triclops Studio shares an early WIP custom that we can only assume will be making an appearance at Rampage Toys‘ booth… the B.A.S.T.A.R.D Riders! A hilarious homage to cult 80’s cartoon/toy line Dino Riders, the piece is set to feature Rampage’s Ankylo Cyclops Dino sofubi with aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// B.A.S.T.A.R.D Riders WIP from Triclops Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy’s Kaiju Tanks revealed…
Following the small glimpse we recieived a few weeks back, Mark Nagata of Max Toy Co has just revealed new images of the highly anticipated Kaiju Tanks! Originally available as a Japan-only release last month, the awesome design is currently undergoing some last minute revisions before heading into full production. Set to come with 3Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy’s Kaiju Tanks revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Utron (Krang) keshi from PlasticPlayhouse x Eric Nilla…
Mini figure customiser Rick Dries aka PlasticPlayhouse has teamed up with Eric Nilla for the release of his latest figure, the custom Utron keshi! Based on the brain-like aliens in TMNT (the most infamous being Krang!), Dries has opted for an aesthetic similar to Neca’s rendition, going for a minimal, stylised approach much more in-keeping withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Utron (Krang) keshi from PlasticPlayhouse x Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ManOrMonster? Studios’ Weelord Minis: Bog-Nar for Power-Con…
Originally revealed as a 3D print prototype last month, ManOrMonster? Studio‘s mini Bog-Nar has been revealed in a ‘chase’ UV/GID colourway that’ll be up for grabs at Power Con over the weekend! Taken from the forthcoming “Weelord Mini” series, a miniaturised, 2″ scale line that’ll run alongside Warlords of Wor, the cute little guy hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ManOrMonster? Studios’ Weelord Minis: Bog-Nar for Power-Con…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Watermelon Chewing Gum” Cadaver Kids from Splurrt…
Having seen a trickle of super-limited releases over the past couple of weeks, Splurrt‘s latest monstrosity, the Cadaver Twins, are finally ready for their first official painted run! Rather appropriately named the “Watermelon Chewing Gum” edition, this batch have been cast in a neon green soft vinyl complete with neon pink/purple sprays (inc. 2 blueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Watermelon Chewing Gum” Cadaver Kids from Splurrt…”
MAN-E-NEWS// James Groman’s Rotten Rexx head preorder at Lulubell Toys…
After quite literally years on the drawing board, the legendary James Groman‘s Rotten Rex sofubi is finally ready to rear it’s ugly head! A true master of his craft, Groman has worked on countless animation, illustration & toy design projects in his lifetime, including MadBalls, Monster Hunter, Sushi Pack and Bela Lugosi’s: Tale from the Grave comics, with his latest comic,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// James Groman’s Rotten Rexx head preorder at Lulubell Toys…”
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