In celebration of our first year as Man-E-Toys this month, our writer and editor Tru:Tek is proud to present the latest exclusive batch of H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series figures. Featuring all 10 designs from Wave 1, each has been cast in a flexible urethane rubber in both ‘tropical’ (orange/green) and ‘bubblegum’ (blue/pink) flavours. Limited to justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Man-E-Toys 1st Anniversary edition H.U.S.T.L.E…”
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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 High Octane Nitro Balls from Muscle Things…
For those of you who’ve been anxiously anticipating the B.U.F.F 5-pack restock in the Muscle Things store this week, we’re afraid you guys may be waiting a little longer… as a whole new, even more awesome line of retro-infused toys are prepped for release and ready to take over- the High Octane Nitro Balls! Paying homageContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The High Octane Nitro Balls from Muscle Things…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The mini ‘UoV’ Eyeklops from Eric Nilla…
Ahead of the Universe of Violence’s Elephunt figure release later today, mini figure maestro Eric Nilla revisits one of the original series designs for a rather interesting side project… Using Hydroshrink, a castable material that shrinks when it’s water content evaporates, Eric has created a micro-sized version of Eyeklops that appears to carry all of the scale and detailContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The mini ‘UoV’ Eyeklops from Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// UoV’s Boss 2: Elephunt from Eric Nilla…
Fresh from the teaser we revealed a week or so back, Eric Nilla comes with the first test shots of Universe of Violence’s second boss figure, the mighty Elephunt… Originally thought to be a ‘one-piecer’, the stunning pics reveal that the highly detailed beast’s head (helmet) is actually removable, exposing a human underneath! Standing aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// UoV’s Boss 2: Elephunt from Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mystical Warriors of the Ring’s ‘Ulric Wolfman’ test shot…
The guys behind hotly tipped new mini series, Mystical Warriors of the Ring, have just revealed the very first test shots of debut figure Ulric Wolfman… believe us when we say, any keshi, M.U.S.C.L.E, or wrestling enthusiasts are NOT going to want to sleep on this one! Designed by Mark Vasquez, digitally sculpted by Simon Grell and currentlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mystical Warriors of the Ring’s ‘Ulric Wolfman’ test shot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rommelverse ‘Scummo the Cat’ mini figure from Ironmask…
Whilst cranking out figures left, right and centre for the ever growing IroNilla brand, Jimmy Rommel aka Ironmask has managed to squeeze in a new line all of his own… welcome to the Rommelverse! Offering up a variety of different kaiju-style monsters in the standard M.U.S.C.L.E scale, the first release is set to come inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rommelverse ‘Scummo the Cat’ mini figure from Ironmask…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘OG Hutt’ resin mini figure from Small Angry Monster…
“I got 99 problems cause a Hutt ate one!” Our good friend Adam Pratt aka Small Angry Monster has managed to find time in his busy custom schedule for the release of his latest resin mini figure, the OG Hutt! Based on an illustration by Erica Bettencourt, the 1″ tall slimy worm is available blind-baggedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘OG Hutt’ resin mini figure from Small Angry Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Studios opening: Full line-up revealed…
With the Rampage Studios debut show opens it’s doors this Friday (January 25th), the man behind the incredible project, Jon Malmstedt, kindly shares with us what exactly will be going down- including that all important roster of artists! Believe us when we say, ANYONE with even a passing interest in either mini figures or sofubiContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Studios opening: Full line-up revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The limited edition resin Monkeynaut from Galaxy Monkeys…
With several resin figures making the jump over to soft vinyl recently, Eddie Dobson of Galaxy Monkeys has decided to buck the trend… with the reveal of an über limited resin run of breathtaking sofubi, the Monkeynaut! Hot off the heals of last week’s first painted run by Dski One (a few of which are stillContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The limited edition resin Monkeynaut from Galaxy Monkeys…”
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 “Bag O’ Freaks” mis-cast grab bags from Edge of Doom…
Continuing the custom bootleg theme we appear to have running through today’s posts, we bring you details of D.E.A.T.H creator Edge of Doom‘s latest release… the “Bag O’ Freaks” mis-cast resin grab bags! Featuring a staggering selection of randomly packed Star Wars-infused mini figure mutants, failures and even a few sneaky future teasers, each bagContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bag O’ Freaks” mis-cast grab bags from Edge of Doom…”
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// Universe of Violence: Boss II from Eric Nilla…
Hot off the heels of the first Universe of Violence ‘Boss’ figure release, Ironmask’s Hell Turtle, Eric Nilla has just revealed a teaser for his entry… an as yet untitled Elephant warrior design. Featuring the same high-quality stylised sculpting we’ve come to expect from the rubber mini figure series, the oversized mini will be releasedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Universe of Violence: Boss II from Eric Nilla…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Sickophant resin figure from Papagrim Toys x Geekenhaven Studios…
Created in celebration of their upcoming ‘zine ‘Elephant Nosebleed’, Geekenhaven Studios have teamed up with Papagrim Toys for the release of their first ever resin… the Sickophant! Based on a concept by the studio, the stunning figure was designed, sculpted and cast by Papagrim’s Steve Patt, with an initial batch of solid pink, green, andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sickophant resin figure from Papagrim Toys x Geekenhaven Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// WIP ‘Pyramid Head’ custom bootleg M.U.S.C.L.E from Leviathan
LRG forum member Leviathan comes with his latest custom bootleg M.U.S.C.L.E figure, the menacing Pyramid Head… Based on cult videogame/film Silent Hill’s reoccurring monster of the same name, the figure has been ingeniously kit-bashed using M.U.S.L.E’s 104 and 107, coming with additional “stitched leather” apron and sword sculpted in epoxy. Very near to completion, Leviathan isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// WIP ‘Pyramid Head’ custom bootleg M.U.S.C.L.E from Leviathan”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Dita resin figure from UME Toys…
After what has seemed like an age since catching our first glimpse at NYCC last year, our good friend Richard Page of UME Toys is proud to reveal the very first test pull of his latest creation… Dita the cat! A loving tribute to the true ruler of the UME household, the beautiful resin pieceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Dita resin figure from UME Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New B.U.F.F custom bootlegs from Muscle Things…
After a brief respite from the awesome B.U.F.F line, Alec over at Muscle Things is proud to reveal that he has a total of 5 brand-new entries cast up and raring to go! Including the previously announced Ballon Knot Head, the custom bootleg M.U.S.C.L.E’s are due to come cast in Alec’s super-flexible ‘black magic’ rubber,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New B.U.F.F custom bootlegs from Muscle Things…”
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-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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