Featuring in Killer Bootlegs’ recent Toys Are Us group show at the Rockford Art Deli, Christopher Cannon from the newly formed Kaboom Toys kindly shares a little info on his latest project, Mash-Ups of the Multiverse… In a similar vein to Goodleg Toys’ WOTU line, Cannon has produced a series of one-off action figure customsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The action figure customs of Kaboom Toys…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Tru:Tek x Killer Bootlegs ‘Joba the Hurt: Star Flaws Edition’ H.U.S.T.L.E for the Toys Are Us group show…
Whilst our writer and editor Tru:Tek was too late to make the press for Killer Bootlegs‘ upcoming Toys Are Us group show, he did manage to get an impromptu entry sent off this week… Introducing Joba the Hurt: Star Flaws Edition! Taken from the recent H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series: Wave 1, the Killer Bootlegs kit-bashed/ Tru:TekContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Tru:Tek x Killer Bootlegs ‘Joba the Hurt: Star Flaws Edition’ H.U.S.T.L.E for the Toys Are Us group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Star Case “Descent (降臨)” custom for the “Monsters of the Island” group show…
With Clutter’s first ever kaiju and sofubi group show, Monsters from the Island, opening it’s doors over the weekend, we’ve decided to shine a spotlight on one of the remaining pieces available to buy online, Star Case‘s awesome “Descent (降臨)”… Utilising the ever popular Storm Trooper inspired Destro Commander sofubi, the figure has undergone some seriousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Star Case “Descent (降臨)” custom for the “Monsters of the Island” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Killer Bootlegs’ Creature from the Black Squadron…
With just over a month until ToyCon UK, Peter Goral over at Killer Bootlegs proudly presents the first exclusive figure he’ll be bringing along to the event… the provisionally titled Creature from the Black Squadron! An ingenius kit-bash featuring a vintage Star Wars Red Squadron figure (TBC) and Remco’s ‘Creature from the Black Lagoon’, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Killer Bootlegs’ Creature from the Black Squadron…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Bruce Lee custom crossover sets from the Jelly Empire x Argonaut Resins…
Selina Briggs of the Jelly Empire once again teams up with Argonaut Resins for the latest batch of ever-popular custom crossovers, this time around inspired by Kung-Fu legend Bruce Lee! Limited to 2 one-off sets, both featuring a mini Tuttz and Jellybot 2.0 resin, the figures have been hand painted by Selina in the signatureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Bruce Lee custom crossover sets from the Jelly Empire x Argonaut Resins…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Empire’n on a Budget” custom bootleg from 2bitHACK…
“Due to budget cuts the Empire has been forced to improvise and use what ever materials they can lay their hands on…” Custom bootleg artist 2bitHACK comes with his latest (and quite possibly greatest!) figure yet, the “Empire’n on a Budget” mash-up! Kit-bashing the legs of Star Wars’ iconic AT-AT walker with a Ford Econoline,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Empire’n on a Budget” custom bootleg from 2bitHACK…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Phantom Lord’ custom bootleg from Bombermat Toys…
We’ve been meaning to post Argentinian bootleggers Bombermat Toys‘ latest creation since we first discovered the guys last month, so without further ado we bring to you the malevolent Phantom Lord… Heavily inspired by the Terminator films, the evil post-apocalyptic cyborg has been kit-bashed with original sculpting using a mixture of vintage 3.75″ action figures.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Phantom Lord’ custom bootleg from Bombermat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Clockwork Orange inspired ‘Droogie’ from Manny X…
Previewed here a couple of weeks back, Manny X‘s Droogies will finally be touching down in the Parullax store this weekend! Created from a mash-up of vinyl toy (Muttpop’s Gobi), resin casting, plastic and enamel, the Clockwork Orange inspired piece features all of the trademark garb from the cult book/film’s ‘Droogs’, including the infamous whiteContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Clockwork Orange inspired ‘Droogie’ from Manny X…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Darth Cobra’ custom bootleg from Rawk Toys…
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…”
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 ‘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 ‘Droogie’ custom Gobi from Manny X…
Continuing his onslaught of customs based on Muttpop’s popular Gobi vinyl figure, Manny X is proud to present the awesome Clockwork Orange themed Droogie! Replacing the head with his signature resin eyeball, Manny has sculpted the infamous ‘codpiece’ jock strap, finishing the piece in the iconic black and white colours of the Droog uniform. OnceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Droogie’ custom Gobi from Manny X…”
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 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// 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 ‘Ghoulies’ keshi remake from Eric Nilla…
Continuing his onslaught of reproducing some of the coolest and hardest to find keshi (rubber mini figures) for a new generation of collectors, Eric Nilla is proud to present the awesome ‘Ghoulies’ remake! A super rare figure based on the cult 80’s film (originals go for upwards of $100 on the bayat the moment!), EricContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Ghoulies’ keshi remake from Eric Nilla…”
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!”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Sucklord at Clutter’s (In)action Figure Show…
Following a surprise announcement that he’ll be attending tonight’s (In)action Figure Show opening, the Sucklord proudly presents the wares he’ll have on display… Once again teaming up with Scott Wilkowski, the pair have resurrected recent ‘Suck Up’ entry X-Ray Action for a second appearance, featuring the same skeletal Sucklord X2 cast, this time around inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sucklord at Clutter’s (In)action Figure Show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cash Cannon’s WIP Mini Fett for the (In)action Figure Show…
With Clutter’s (In)action Figure Show opening it’s doors tomorrow evening, we squeeze in one last reveal before our BIG post tomorrow… the Mini Boba Fett from Cash Cannon! Pictured here as a work-in-progress, the awesome little figure stands at just over 2″ tall, coming with articulated arms (not shown) plus the obligatory laser rifle… NoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cash Cannon’s WIP Mini Fett for the (In)action Figure Show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Imperfecz x Karlos Borloff M.U.S.C.L.E custom bootleg…
Hot off the heals of his success with Mr Lobo and the Lobokeshi at the tail end of last year, Luke over at Imperfecz Toys is proud to reveal that he’s been collaborating with yet another T.V host, Monster Madhouse’s Karlos Borloff, for the release of his latest custom M.U.S.C.L.E bootleg… Resembling the scary lookingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Imperfecz x Karlos Borloff M.U.S.C.L.E custom bootleg…”
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