Hot on the heels of the recent Oni Mira reveal, Johan Ulrich over at DeathCat Toys is proud to present yet another figure in his upcoming finger puppet-style series! Conceived by Johan and sculpted by KtoKto, the as yet untitled figure (top) has been heavily inspired by Bikkuriman and the classic Ma-Ba Zombies toy line, sculpted in-scale at aroundContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ “Untitled” finger puppet sofubi prototype revealed…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive M.O.T.U.L.O.S play set from Nerdone…
Nerdone has teamed up with Medicom Toy for an exclusive run of M.O.T.U.L.O.S play sets! An inspired mix of Masters of the Universe and classic keshi line, Neclos Fortress, the sofubi/keshi combo is set to feature a red soft resin figure this time around, coming complete with the Greyskull-inspired castle in a GID soft vinyl with mint, metallic red,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive M.O.T.U.L.O.S play set from Nerdone…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cure Toy’s Ukkari-Man stickers at Lulubell Toys…
As promised in our coverage last week, we can now bring you full release details for the Western drop of Cure Toy’s awesome Ukkari-man stickers! Featuring a total of 6 different designs along with 2 chases across alternative A, B, C and D sets, the authentic 1.5″ x 1.5″ Bikkuriman/MaBa-style stickers feature the previously revealed Fungah, King Devil andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cure Toy’s Ukkari-Man stickers at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Day of the Slug: Wave 1 mini figures from Bigmantoys…
“Intelligent slugs are not new to Earth. They’re just small enough for us to not know about them. From the telekinetic deep sea nudibranch elders, to the hard-mantled terrestrial gastropod mollusc, their secrets are finally revealed – forcing them out into the open to live alongside, or battle mankind!!” Kicking 2015 off with a bang,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Day of the Slug: Wave 1 mini figures from Bigmantoys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Fra Diavolo resin figure from Healeymade…
Marking a brief side-step from his regular 3.75″ work, Healeymade has just revealed his latest 5.5″ resin figure, the jaw-dropping Fra Diavolo! Rather aptly translating from French as “Brother Devil” – the nickname given to notorious Neapolitan guerrilla leader Michele Pezza – the stunning MOTU-scaled piece has been meticulously kit-bashed and re-sculpted from various vintage action figures,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Fra Diavolo resin figure from Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Blue-Rub GID” Alien sofubi from Super7 x Secret Base…
Brian Flynn over at Super7 has just revealed that another round of Alien sofubi will be up for grabs this week just in time for the Holidays! Collaboratively produced alongside Secret Base, the 4.5″ tall figure has been designed and sculpted to look like a classic Poppy sofubi mini, this time around cast in a GID soft vinyl withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Blue-Rub GID” Alien sofubi from Super7 x Secret Base…”
MAN-E-NEWS (UPDATED)// Cure Toy’s Ukkari-Man prototypes revealed…
Cure Toys have just revealed that they’ve been working on an all-new line of small-mid sized sofubi, proudly presenting Ukkariman! Heavily inspired by the hugely popular Bikkuriman holographic stickers and accompanying toys, the series is set to feature a number of Cure creations – both old and new – in the IP’s classic super-deformed style, withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS (UPDATED)// Cure Toy’s Ukkari-Man prototypes revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis…
Teased here a couple of weeks back in wax prototype form, the next round of figures from Japanese artist KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) series have finally been revealed in-full! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second wave once again features a total of 3 different designs;Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bronze” Melty Misfit mini figures from Buff Monster…
Buff Monster has just revealed that he will be unleashing another round of bronze Melty Misfit mini figures in-store this Friday, December 12th at 10am Eastern time! Featuring all 3 of the GPK Cheap Toy-inspired designs; Double Heather, Graffiti Petey and Alice Island, each of the little guys has been cast in a stunning polished bronze,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bronze” Melty Misfit mini figures from Buff Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mutant Mickey” resin figure from Wizard Skull…
Brooklyn-based illustrator Wizard Skull is proud to present his latest resin figure, Mutant Mickey! Inspired by the artist’s reoccurring character of the same name, the towering 6.5″ figure was kit-bashed from a pair of vintage Disney Marx figures, recast in resin by our very own Tru:Tek and then hand painted by WS in an authentic pallet ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mutant Mickey” resin figure from Wizard Skull…”
MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Oni Mira sofubi prototype revealed…
Hot on the heals of their recent Kaibutsu Series run – of which a couple of sets can still be found right here – DeathCat Toys have once again teamed up with KtoKto for an all-new finger puppet style release, Oni Mira! Conceived by DeathCat’s Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the demonic mummy has been heavily inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Oni Mira sofubi prototype revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Alien ReAction Figures: Series 2 from Super7 x Funko…
Originally previewing at SDCC ’14 back in July as part of the special “Mystery Egg” release, Super7 are proud to reveal that the second series of Alien ReAction Figures is finally here! Following the hit first wave of classic designs, the line continues with 4 more additions; Ripley in Spacesuit, Kane with Facehugger, Kane with Chestburster andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Alien ReAction Figures: Series 2 from Super7 x Funko…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Beast” Back Alley Brawler resin action figure from ManOrMonster? Studios…
It’s been a while since we last featured one of ManOrMonster? Studios‘ One-Off Wednesday releases, largely due to them selling out before we can get a post up, but this week’s was simply just too good to ignore… the awesome “Beast” Back Alley Brawler! An ingenious homage to Street Fighter’s green skinned mutant Blanka –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Beast” Back Alley Brawler resin action figure from ManOrMonster? Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Run the Jewels x TMNT” bootleg action figure from Trap Toys…
The guys behind low brow art blog Streets of Beige have just announced the launch of their new bootleg rap toy imprint, Trap Toys! Unofficially kicking things off with their Bernard Rollins collaboration “Action Figure Bronson” at Plastik Schmack back in September, the figure unfortunately received a cease and desist soon after show, leaving the awesome pictured RunContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Run the Jewels x TMNT” bootleg action figure from Trap Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis revealed…
With his first round of “Monster” sofubi minis already proving to be a huge success, Japanese artist KtoKto has just revealed that a second wave is about to head into production! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second batch once again featuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto’s Monster Series: Wave 2 sofubi minis revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Little Rubber Guys’ “Rhino” and “Scorpion” Rise of the Beasts PVC figures…
Having seen numerous setbacks since their first reveal back in early 2012, Jon Karris over at Little Rubber Guys is very pleased to announce that the first production run of Rise of the Beasts will finally available to the general public this weekend! Inspired by the classic Battle Beast mini figures, these bang-up-to-date renditions stand at justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Little Rubber Guys’ “Rhino” and “Scorpion” Rise of the Beasts PVC figures…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Barbalien Warrior and Magus 2 Pack from Galaxxor x Extra-Truckestrial…
Two of the resin action figure scene’s heavyweights – Ben Spencer of Galaxxor and Extra-Truckestrial Customs – have joined forces for their first collaborative release, the Barbalien Warrior and Magus 2 Pack! Created in the same vein as Galaxxor’s previous Cyborg Space Barbarians and Grape-Apes, the 5.5″ Barbalien features the body from a vintage MOTU buckContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Barbalien Warrior and Magus 2 Pack from Galaxxor x Extra-Truckestrial…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive “Trou Noir” resin figure from Healeymade…
Healeymade has just unveiled that his latest figure, Trou Noir, will be debuting at Designer Con 2014 this weekend. With a name that rather aptly translates as “Black Hole”, the 6″ figure has actually been booted from a French “Black Hole” Kinnikuman knock-off, coming cast in a gorgeous metallic glitter purple resin that mimics theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive “Trou Noir” resin figure from Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive MOTULOS playset from DeathCat Toys x Nerdone…
DeathCat Toys and Nerdone have just revealed that their collaborative “Nekos in My Pocket” playset will be returning for Designer Con 2014 courtesy of Toy Art Gallery! Featuring the MOTU/Neclos inspired MOTULOS castle in an orange soft vinyl with dark orange and brown sprays, this has once again been joined by a DeathCat keshi companion, coming in a choiceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive MOTULOS playset from DeathCat Toys x Nerdone…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive “Early Bird” ADAT point5 from Bill McMullen…
The guys over at DKE Toys are proud to present the final exclusive they’ll have up for grabs at Designer Con 2014 this weekend, the ADAT point5 from Bill McMullen! A one-half size replica of the artist’s original ADAT vinyl toy released over 10 years ago, this hand cast and painted resin figure stands almost 6Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The DCon exclusive “Early Bird” ADAT point5 from Bill McMullen…”
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