As 2014 comes to an end, Rich over at Mutant Vinyl Hardcore has decided to finish up strong with one last monster from the depths, proud presenting the “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon! Produced in a bright orange soft vinyl, the lumbering beast has been treated to a paint app that pays homage to the vintage toysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…
Regular as clockwork, Elegab is proud to reveal that his lottery sales for December are now live! Once again, a total of 3 figures are up for grabs this month; all-new creation Hedogon in a clear blue soft vinyl with neon/metallic sprays for just 8,600yen ($73), the awesome smog monster Hedoronchaku, cast in a clear vinyl with metallic sprays andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…
Uamou are proud to reveal that their officially Tsuburaya-licensed UltraUamou mini has received an all-new colorway just in time for the holidays! Standing at around 3″ tall, the 2 part figure has been produced in a dazzling silver lamé soft vinyl this time around, complete with masked Ultraman-style red sprays, inset eyes and a clearContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…”
MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…
Up and coming toy customiser Videov0mit has just unveiled the prototype for his debut sofubi, CZERNOBOG! Designed by Videov0mit and digitally sculpted by iamscumbag, the towering 9″ of sub-aquatic terror cherry picks choice elements from both classic kaiju and cult horror, featuring 4 tentacle-like arms, a finned robotic torso, skull chest piece and a creepy, teeth clenched, shark-like head.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…
Having had a huge amount of success with his debut sofubi, the Evil Demon, Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters has wasted no time in getting to work on a follow-up, the super-gross Bukimi Kun! Whilst details on the figure are still forthcoming, it would appear that it will be considerably smaller than the Evil Demon,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ Holday Extravaganza online sale…
With Rampage Studios‘ Holiday Extravaganza event proving to be a huge success this past Friday, owner Jon Malmstedt has revealed that only a smattering of figures remain for general sales. All currently available in the Rampage Toys store right here, we bring you a quick rundown of exactly what’s on offer… Rampage x Konatsuya “Kubiros”- Rampage’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ Holday Extravaganza online sale…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Tug-O-War from Zectron x Unbox Industries revealed…
Known for his extensive work as part of The Disarticulators, the Amazing Zectron has just revealed images of his first ever solo mini figure, Tug-O-War! A labour of love that’s been nearly 2 years in the making, the over-sized, 2.5″ tall keshi blends elements from right across kaiju and classic sci-fi, featuring, amongst other design flourishes,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Tug-O-War from Zectron x Unbox Industries revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS Paint Ver.” Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set…
Hot on the heals of the recent Cobra Ningen release, BLObPUS is proud to reveal that he’s teamed up with Yamomark for yet another round of open-run sales, proudly presenting the Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set! Both produced in BLObPUS’ signature glow in the dark vinyl, the pair have been treated to a number of contrastingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS Paint Ver.” Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Ultrakaiju Series “Aboras” test shot teased…
Having seen a huge amount of success with Jamira over the past 6 months, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has revealed that a second entry into the officially Tsuburaya-licensed Ultrakaiju Series will be making an appearance early next year! Taking on Ultraman’s dino-kaiju “Aboras” this time around, it would appear that the mono-horned beastContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Ultrakaiju Series “Aboras” test shot teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Maxx Bots from Buildbots…
Artist Will Long aka Buildbots has taken on Max Toy Co‘s Maxx Bots for his latest round of one-off customs! Utilising both bat-ear and mohican variants of the 2-part sofubi mini, the pair have been treated to Will’s instantly recognisable blend of kit-bashed found objects and meticulous weathered paint detail, both coming complete with all-newContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Maxx Bots from Buildbots…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Leo Sofubi Bouya’s new “Guzo Taboo Kaiju” revealed…
Having had a huge amount of success with his debut sofubi, the Guzo Taboo Kaiju, Leo Sofubi Bouya has been hard at work on a follow-up! Featuring the same unique, snake-like body of the original, the massive 13″ tall figure comes complete with an all-new pair of elongated arms, open palm and fit-clenched hands, plusContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Leo Sofubi Bouya’s new “Guzo Taboo Kaiju” revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Bukimi Blasters “Evil Demon” for the Rampage Studios Holiday Extravaganza…
Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys is getting in the Christmas spirit as he prepares for the latest show over at Rampage Studios, the Holiday Extravaganza! Opening it’s doors at the Tokyo-based gallery space this Friday, December 5th at 7pm, the event is set to play host to a whole slew of different toys, including worksContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Bukimi Blasters “Evil Demon” for the Rampage Studios Holiday Extravaganza…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS paint version” Cobra Ningen from BLObPUS x Dream Rocket…
The mighty BLObPUS takes on yet another figure from Dream Rocket‘s “Human” series for his latest round of lottery sales, proudly presenting the Cobra Ningen “BLObPUS paint version”! Standing at around 8″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the anthropomorphic beast has once agaoin been produced in BLObPUS’ signature GID soft vinyl, coming with a multitudeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS paint version” Cobra Ningen from BLObPUS x Dream Rocket…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Morgogg and Ogos sofubi from Skinner…
As promised in our coverage last week, we can now finally reveal release details for Skinner’s latest sofubi, Morgogg “The Whispering Prince” and Ogos “Eye of the World”! Taking on a more traditional kaiju aesthetic than both Lolgolth Gnazgoroth and the recently revealed Sextopigon, the pair blend elements of 80’s nostalgia, giant monster cinema energy, and mythology to devastating effect. DesignedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Morgogg and Ogos sofubi from Skinner…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Evil” Warui Neko sofubi from Kaiju Coup x Medicom Toy…
Originally available to Japanese customers through the Medicom Toy store, the elusive Kaiju Coup’s “Evil” Warui Neko is now finally available in the US via lottery! Standing at approximately 6.5″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, the soft vinyl “alley cat of Kaijuland” has been adorned with a mix of eye catching orange, yellow and purpleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Evil” Warui Neko sofubi from Kaiju Coup x Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cinema Monster Alpha kaiju…
As promised earlier in the week, we can now bring you details of the debut release on Splurrt‘s new Secretoy imprint, Cinema Monster Alpha! Heavily inspired by the golden age of monster flicks, including both Ray Harryhausen’s classic Cyclops and the 2-headed “Galligantua” that graces the iconic cover of 1968′s Famous Monsters of Filmland yearbook, the lumbering 12″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cinema Monster Alpha kaiju…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Morgogg and Ogos sofubi from Skinner coming soon…
Debuting at Designer Con ’14 a couple of weeks back, Skinner’s latest sofubi, Morgogg “The Whispering Prince” and Ogos “Eye of the World” have finally been slated for an online release soon! Taking on a more traditional kaiju aesthetic than both Sextopigon and Lolgolth Gnazgoroth, the large-size kaiju has been designed by Skinner with sculpting duties once again handedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Morgogg and Ogos sofubi from Skinner coming soon…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Secretoy’s Cinema Monster “Alpha” sofubi revealed…
Having recently been revealed at Design Fiesta 40, Splurrt‘s Cinema Monster will be seeing its first release this weekend in the pictured “Alpha” colorway! Marking the debut of the artist’s new imprint Secretoy, the awesome 12″ tall kaiju has been heavily inspired by the golden age of monster flicks, including both Ray Harryhausen’s classic Cyclops and the 2-headedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Secretoy’s Cinema Monster “Alpha” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Snatchpunch’s Medicom exclusive “Bostyrant” sofubi revealed….
Having seen sell-out releases at both NYCC and Designer Con over the past month, Joe Truck Kasher over at Snatchpunch Creature Cartel is proud to reveal that his debut sofubi, the queen of gross known as Bostyrant, will be seeing an exclusive run through Medicom Toy soon! Designed by Joe, sculpted by Grizlli Atom aka GNOSISContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Snatchpunch’s Medicom exclusive “Bostyrant” sofubi revealed….”
MAN-E-NEWS// Toy Art Gallery’s post-DCon ’14 sale….
Having wowed crowds at DCon ’14 last weekend with a vast selection of new releases, exclusives and one-off customs from across the art toy scene, Toy Art Gallery are proud to reveal that the remaining pieces are now up for grabs online! Featuring a number of vinyl and resin releases, highlights include Broken Bones one-offs fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Toy Art Gallery’s post-DCon ’14 sale….”
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