After a brief hiatus, the guys over at Rawk Toys are back with their first ever custom resin bootleg release, the ominous Darth Cobra! Featuring a mixture of kit-bashed and originally sculpted parts from the collective’s Rotin, the GI Joe x Star Wars mash-up has been hand cast and painted coming complete with custom vinylContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Darth Cobra’ custom bootleg from Rawk Toys…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// ‘CMYK’ Lucha Shark WIP from Ben Spencer…
Joining the recently posted Hippo Titan Soldier and Treegar exclusive, Galaxxor‘s Ben Spencer has been hard at work on the third Lucha Shark colourway, the provisionally titled ‘CMYK’ edition. Hand painted in a striking mix of primary blue, red, yellow and black, the part kit-bashed, part originally sculpted figure should hopefully be making an appearanceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘CMYK’ Lucha Shark WIP from Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New custom bootlegs from the Mark Ultra…
Following his recent foray into the world of M.U.S.C.L.E customs (of which we hear there will be more of VERY soon!), the Mark Ultra has been hard at work on his latest batch of “new shit”, including the Ultra Color Intruders, Mix-Ups, plus the return of the hugely popular Black Guard. Due to hit theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New custom bootlegs from the Mark Ultra…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Bones and Daggers’ Alabastard custom resin bootleg…
New ‘KO’ inspired custom bootleg line ‘Bones and Daggers‘ is set to receive it’s first release this week, as we proudly reveal to you guys the awesome Alabastard… A tribute to Herr Bone from the infamous ‘Flex-A-Tron’ line, the figure has been kit-bashed from a Galaxy Warrior body and modified AWA Larry Zybysko head, comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Bones and Daggers’ Alabastard custom resin bootleg…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Galaxxor exclusive Treegar from Ben Spencer x Bigmantoys…
Our good friend and partner in crime, Lee of Bigmantoys, has been cooking up a few Treegar exclusives since the designer action figure’s release back in October, the first to emerge coming in the form of the Glaxxor ‘Lava Lamp’ edition (TBC)… Cast by Lee in a variety of clear marbled colours, the resin figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Galaxxor exclusive Treegar from Ben Spencer x Bigmantoys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Hippo Titan Soldier WIP from Ben Spencer…
As if the numerous upcoming Galaxxor and Phallanx releases weren’t enough, the ever busy Ben Spencer has managed to squeeze in time for yet another all-new figure, the Hippo Titan Soldier! Information on the piece is still scarce, but judging from the early work-in-progress shots it appears to be created in a similar vein toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Hippo Titan Soldier WIP from Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Sucklord x Onell Design’s “Interplanetary Bromance” Galactic Jerkbags exclusive…
Originally teased a few weeks back, the Sucklord‘s unofficial fanclub, Galactic Jerkbags, are proud to fully reveal their latest exclusive release… the Interplanetary Bromance Glyos! A three-way collaboration between Suckadelic, Onell Design and GJ, the super limited series consists of a custom translucent Pheyden Glyos run with hand cast resin heads from the Super SucklordContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sucklord x Onell Design’s “Interplanetary Bromance” Galactic Jerkbags exclusive…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Custom vintage action figures from Kuri…
Up and coming illustrator and regular October Toys forum member Krystal Lord (aka Kuri) has just revealed images of her latest project- taking on a whole host of vintage action figures and customising them in her wonderfully unique style! Featuring a mixture of standard 3.75″ Star Wars and Thundercat toys, plus a 12″ tall (1/6th)Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom vintage action figures from Kuri…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Bloodshot’ custom bootleg from 5.5 Customs…
Dwaine Espinoza over at 5.5 Customs is proud to present his latest custom bootleg action figure, the amazing ‘Valentine’s Day’ exclusive Bloodshot! Kit-bashed from a variety of vintage MOTU action figures including Clawful and Mantenna that have been recast and painted in the striking red/black colourway you see above, coming bagged and headed with customContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Bloodshot’ custom bootleg from 5.5 Customs…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Minty Fresh exclusive ‘Battle Damaged Keikotrooper from Fool’s Paradise…
Online art toy emporium Minty Fresh have teamed up with the mighty Fool’s Paradise for an exclusive ‘Battle Damaged’ edition of our favourite resin figure of last year- the Keikotrooper! Replacing the smooth curves, defined lines and clean colours of the original with a stunning weathered look, the figure has once again been cast inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Minty Fresh exclusive ‘Battle Damaged Keikotrooper from Fool’s Paradise…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Killer Kaiju Melts from Killer Bootlegs x Concocted Curriodities…
Originally previewed way back in November, Peter Goral of Killer Bootlegs is proud to present his latest collaboration with Concocted Curriodities, the Killer Kaiju Melt series! Created using KB’s recent ‘Killer Kaiju’ that was in-turn kitbashed from a variety of 3.75″ vintage action figures, the stunning customs have been given the ‘melt’ treatment courtesy ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Killer Kaiju Melts from Killer Bootlegs x Concocted Curriodities…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The WOTU “Ice Series” custom bootlegs from Goodleg Toys…
With the near instant sell-out success of the WOTU (Wrestlers of the Universe) test-casts under their belt, the guys over at Goodleg Toys have wasted no time in getting to work on the first official run… as they proudly present the Ice Series! Featuring one of the most popular colourways from the initial line-up, aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The WOTU “Ice Series” custom bootlegs from Goodleg Toys…”
MAN-E-PROFILE// The ‘Rampage Exclusive’ Masters of the Bootleg: KESH-E-FACE figure from The Disarticulators…
Continuing the rundown of Disarticulator figures we’ll be unveiling at this week’s Rampage Studios opening, we bring you the piece that has perhaps garnered us the most attention so far… the ‘Rampage Exclusive’ Masters of the Bootleg: KESH-E-FACE! The first Disarticulator release to crossover into the world of H.U.S.T.L.E, the oversized mini figure has been created asContinue reading “MAN-E-PROFILE// The ‘Rampage Exclusive’ Masters of the Bootleg: KESH-E-FACE figure from The Disarticulators…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Jitsu resin Chopping Hand from Huggington’s Twisted Toys…
Following our look at Bombermat Toys earlier today, we bring you details of yet another intriguing custom bootlegger to emerge recently- Huggington’s Twisted Toys… Details on upcoming projects are pretty scarce at the moment, but it would appear that the guys will be focusing on modifying classic action figures with an eye to enhancing theirContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Jitsu resin Chopping Hand from Huggington’s Twisted Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Lard Vader and Kathulu ‘Shit Wars’ custom bootlegs from Bombermat Toys…
We’ve been meaning to feature up and coming custom bootleg artists Bombermat Toys for quite some time, so what better way to start than with the awesome figures currently available in their shop… the ‘Shit Wars’ Lard Vader and Kathulu Yuppie! Comprised of various 3.75″ action figure parts kit-bashed with original sculpting, our favourite outContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lard Vader and Kathulu ‘Shit Wars’ custom bootlegs from Bombermat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Biotron custom bootlegs from Bigmantoys…
In between working on several upcoming Disarticulator pieces, finishing off various Treegar exclusives, plus putting the final touches to the highly anticipated Clone-O-Forms, our good friend and partner in crime Lee over at Bigmantoys has managed to squeeze in a rather awesome looking custom bootleg release… the gashapon Biotrons! Booted from an obscure 3″ RobotmanContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Biotron custom bootlegs from Bigmantoys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English’s Action Jackson for the (In)action Figure Show…
With most of the artists featuring in tonight’s (In)action Figure Show coming from either a bootleg, mini figure or neo-vintage background (Galaxxor, ManOrMonster?, Bigmantoys et al), we were left very intrigued as to what legendary pop artist Ron English would come up with… Well thankfully his piece ‘Action Jackson’ was amongst the entries Trustpigs sentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English’s Action Jackson for the (In)action Figure Show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// From the Styx Toys’ prototypes for the (In)action Figure Show…
Whilst we previously posted Steve Seeley‘s ‘Faker’ Bear and Horse Fighter set last week (check them out here), it falls upon brother and From the Styx Toys co-owner, Tim Seeley for the second part of their (In)action Figure Show entry… Consisting of 5 prototypes for their as-yet-untitled custom bootleg line; Rex Stegos, Grave Man, R.A.W,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// From the Styx Toys’ prototypes for the (In)action Figure Show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Brutherford Industries’ ‘Giant’ Hungry Hungry Hordak for the (In)action Figure Show…
Saving quite possible our favourite piece until last, we are very proud to present Brutherford Industries‘ entry into Clutter’s (In)action Figure Show… the ‘giant’ Hungry Hungry Hordak! Based on his design for our very own H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series (check him out here), the stunning piece was upscaled to 7″ and 3D printed as a one-offContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Brutherford Industries’ ‘Giant’ Hungry Hungry Hordak for the (In)action Figure Show…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulators and H.U.S.T.L.E at Rampage Studios- full reveal!
After what has seemed like a lifetime in the studio, we can now finally present to you guys the HUGE selection of figures we’ll be dropping at the upcoming Rampage Studios opening and show… Featuring a total of 18 all-new mini figure designs spread across 5 different series from both H.U.S.T.L.E and Disarticulator brands (ourContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulators and H.U.S.T.L.E at Rampage Studios- full reveal!”
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