MAN-E-NEWS// The “Evil Demon” sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…

Shigeo Endo of new Japanese toy company Bukimi Blasters is proud to announce details of his debut release, the Evil Demon sofubi! Standing at around 6″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the neo-kaiju beast has been produced in a light green soft vinyl for it’s initial outing, coming with a mix of vintage Tokyo-inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Evil Demon” sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi revealed in full…

Yep, yet more news from Rampage Toys this week, as owner Jon Malmstedt reveals yet another brand new figure that’ll be debuting at both Superfestival 66 and NYCC in just a few weeks time… the Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi! The first release in the ongoing “Giant Monster Animal Shop” series (previously announced here), the menacing 10.5″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi revealed in full…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The KAIJUMONSTER NYCC line-up revealed in full…

Toy blog KAIJUMONSTER is set to return to NYCC with its own both for the second year running, revealing an absolutely staggering line-up that’s sure to leave even the most hardened of soft vinyl collectors drooling with anticipation! Featuring a massive line-up of over 30 artists from across sofubi, kaiju and resin including – Awesome Toy, Blobpus,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The KAIJUMONSTER NYCC line-up revealed in full…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata for the TAG’s 5th Anniversary Show…

Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares his contribution for Toy Art Gallery‘s upcoming 5th Anniversary Show, the “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata! One of many artists taking on the TAG-produced, BLObPUS x Paul Kaiju figure, the 9″ piece has been produced in a crystal clear soft vinyl, coming with both internal and external sprays and hand paintedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata for the TAG’s 5th Anniversary Show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Zollmen’s Fancy Train sofubi preorder…

Zollmen have just revealed the latest figures to be released in the ongoing Fancy Toy series, the creepy-cute Fancy Train sofubi minis! Featuring a total of 3 different sets alongside the main engine/driver figure, each come complete with 2 miniaturised Fancy Toy characters and an unpainted, interlocking carriage to house them in. Priced at just 5,200yen ($49) forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Zollmen’s Fancy Train sofubi preorder…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC ’14 line-up announced…

Having teased an NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin right here last week, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just announced his line-up for the con in full! Teaming up with our very own Tru:Tek in a joint booth as part of the Tenacious Toys collective (booth #208), Jon will be offering up a number ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC ’14 line-up announced…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic Style” GID Ver. Pumpkin Head Boogie Man…

Lulubell Toys are proud to announce that they’ve secured a super-limited batch of Cure Toys‘ latest Pumpkin Head Boogie Man! Coming just in time for Halloween, this “Classic Style” GID version has been produced in a glow soft vinyl, coming complete with green, purple and orange sprays, head sack and removable pumpkin mask. Limited toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic Style” GID Ver. Pumpkin Head Boogie Man…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju x REALxHEAD’s JINXMAN returns…

Paul Kaiju is proud to announce that his highly sought after collaboration with REALxHEAD, the JINXMAN, will be returning for an online release this weekend! Produced in a black soft vinyl and treated to a mesmerising array of Paul’s classic neon pink, orange, metallic green and gold sprays, the 9″ tall figure comes complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju x REALxHEAD’s JINXMAN returns…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Gorgoloid’s kaiju Goga resin figure…

Gorgoloid is proud to present the release of his latest resin kaiju, the mighty Goga! Directly inspired by the classic 1960’s tokusatsu series “Ultra Q”, the impressive 4.5″ tall “mollusk monster” has been hand sculpted and cast resin, with this initial run being limited to 5 one-off customs painted in a dazzling array of metallicContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Gorgoloid’s kaiju Goga resin figure…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt test shots revealed…

Following our teaser posted here a few weeks back, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just unveiled new test shots for his upcoming collaboration with Skull Head Butt! Featuring 2 well known designs in the indie toy scene – Plaseebo‘s Gnaw and Triclops x The Disarticulators‘ Rotten Tomato – the pair have been reworked and producedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt test shots revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Lulubell Toys’ “First Prototype Ver.” Françios le Grande sofubi preorder…

The guys over at Lulubell Toys are very proud to present their latest original sofubi release, Françios le Grande! Sculpted by none other than Jetturre Handsome Taro, the hulking monstrosity stands at an impressive 15.75″ tall, lovingly produced by Lulubell in genuine soft vinyl over in Japan. Set to make it’s official debut at NYCC next month, the guysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Lulubell Toys’ “First Prototype Ver.” Françios le Grande sofubi preorder…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toys’ Super Robot FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” available now…

Originally teased here last month, Awesome Toys‘ FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” is now up for grabs! Standing at around 9″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the officially licensed Red Baron pachi (bootleg) has been produced in the same bright red sofubi as before, this time around coming with a rather more vivid choiceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toys’ Super Robot FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” available now…”

MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Alien Gahm mini figure proto revealed…

Joining both Meowlty Cat and the GID Nekos in My Pocket playset (here), Johan Ulrich over at DeathCat Toys has just unveiled yet another all-new figure he’ll be bringing along to Monster Island x GNOSIS NYCC booth (#402 The Block) next month, the happy drunk, Alien Gahm! Inspired by classic goofy kaiju monsters, the keshi-styledContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Alien Gahm mini figure proto revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin kaiju teased…

Teaming up with our very own Tru:Tek and The Disarticulators for NYCC this year, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just teased the first figure he’ll be bringing along to the joint booth next month… an all-new custom Yusei Majin! Whilst we’re still awaiting a full reveal, the figure – identified by it’s instantlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin kaiju teased…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Undead Toys’ “Milky/Black Rub” Zombie DobuRat sofubi at Lulubell Toys…

With previous blank “Black” and “Milky White” releases going down a storm over the past couple of months, Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve managed to secure yet another batch of Undead Toys‘ signature figure, the Zombie DobuRat! Standing at around 5″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, the rotting rodent has once again been produced in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Undead Toys’ “Milky/Black Rub” Zombie DobuRat sofubi at Lulubell Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// SLAVExONE’s “Gero” Instagram giveaway…

Artist SLAVExONE is giving collectors are rare chance to obtain an unpainted Gero figure through his latest Instagram contest! Standing at around 6.5″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the cycloptic neo-kaiju beast has been produced in an as-yet-unreleased neon orange soft vinyl for the giveaway. For a chance at winning the figure,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// SLAVExONE’s “Gero” Instagram giveaway…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Frank Kozik’s “Mint” Hateball sofubi sets revealed…

Frank Kozik‘s awesome Madball send-up, the Hateball, is set to receive an all-new online release in the form of a “Mint” 2 pack set! Featuring both the small and Mishka Bootleg compatible large versions, the 2″ and 3″ diameter balls have been produced in an unpainted mint green soft vinyl this time around. Limited to an edition ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Frank Kozik’s “Mint” Hateball sofubi sets revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Dr Mirock” overseas sales revealed…

After months of agonised waiting, Mirock Toy have just announced the first round of overseas sales for their hugely popular Dr Mirock sofubi! Featuring a number of mashed-up configurations from the original series, the Dr Mirock Totem and Mecha Chibira-kun set, a total of 4 different options are up for grabs; Dr Mirock Set A, featuring 3Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Dr Mirock” overseas sales revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New one-off customs from Gorgoloid…

Continuing his recent onslaught of one-off custom releases, Barry Allen over at Gorgoloid is proud to reveal another 4 figures that’ll be touching down in his store today (8/29) at 6pm PST! Featuring an all-new take on Yamomark’s Bazooka for $130, plus another 2 Micro Eyezon at $32 each, our personal favourite has got toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New one-off customs from Gorgoloid…”

MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Anticristo 666 sofubi from BLObPUS…

BLObPUS has teamed up with Frank Mysterio for his latest round of lottery sales, taking on the Mexican toy artist’s popular Anticristo 666 sofubi with a batch of 6 one-off customs! Produced in what appears to be a mix of both blue and standard GID soft vinyl, the 7″ figures have each been treated toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// One-off custom Anticristo 666 sofubi from BLObPUS…”