MAN-E-NEWS// The NNWA “Top Rope” wrestling ring Namakeshi from Nama-Niku…

Ahead of a full reveal of Nama-Niku‘s H.U.S.T.L.E ‘Artist Series’ entry later this week, we bring you the latest figure in his ever growing line of Namakeshis… the NNWA “Top Rope” wrestling ring! As with all of Nama-Niku’s custom output recently, the level of creativity and professionalism here is truly outstanding, once again leaving usContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The NNWA “Top Rope” wrestling ring Namakeshi from Nama-Niku…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Nicolas Caesar X Imperfecz Spider pre-order…

Hot off the heals of the recent M.I.S.T.E.R.S Lobokeshi release, Luke over at Imperfecz Toys announces yet another awesome collaborative release, the Imperfecz x Nicolas Ceasar “Spider” minifigure! Based on one of the central characters in Ceasar’s (almost!) daily “Mosquito and Spider” online comic series, the beautifully sculpted Spider has been cast in resin byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Nicolas Caesar X Imperfecz Spider pre-order…”

MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG Series 2 packaged sample revealed…

After months of production updates and test shot reveals, George Gaspar over at October Toys is proud to present the very first OMFG Series 2 packaged sample… the wait is nearly over! Coming packed on a new and improved blister card, the initial Kickstarter flesh and black colourways will be heading to pledgees in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG Series 2 packaged sample revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Boogie from Max Toy Company…

Mark Nagata of Max Toy Co has just revealed details of brand new sister company, Monster Boogie. Working alongside Yo Miyamoto (concepts) and Yoshihiko Makino (designer & sculptor) in Japan, Mark has created Monster Boogie to explore new toys and collaborations that wouldn’t necessarily fit into the Max Toy brand- the first coming in the formContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Monster Boogie from Max Toy Company…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Hare Armorvor head from Zectron…

In between a stack of upcoming projects with our very own Tru:Tek and Bigmantoys (look out for previews soon!), our partner in crime “The Amazing Zectron” has managed to squeeze in a rather awesome looking personal project… the custom ‘Hare’ Armorvor head! Inspired by his love for the original Rabbit Battle Beast (of which Armorvor isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Hare Armorvor head from Zectron…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New Rivet Wars protos from Ted Terranova…

After months of agonising waiting, it would appear that the next batch of Rivet Wars figures are nearly ready to go as Ted Terranova reveals 3 new sculpts! Joining the MonoWheel we posted a while back, Ted has been concentrating on the vehicular side of the series with the introduction of the “Walker” and anContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Rivet Wars protos from Ted Terranova…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Eagles of the Elements” Lazer Beast customs from Plastic Playhouse…

It’s been a while since we last featured the amazing talent of Plastic Playhouse here at Man-E-Toys, so without further ado we bring you his latest custom series, the “Eagles of the Elements” Laser Beasts! Created as a commission for a private collector, PP was tasked with painting the classic 80’s minifigures in the differentContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Eagles of the Elements” Lazer Beast customs from Plastic Playhouse…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Monster Magnets Series 2 from Argonaut Resins…

Taking a brief hiatus from Tuttz and the Pharaoh Hounds, Eric over at Argonaut Resins shares details of his latest resin release, the Monster Magnets Series 2! Featuring 6 all-new designs; Vampyr, FrankenHulk, Wolf Dude, Warlock, Phantom and Demon, the 2″ figures have been hand sculpt and cast by Eric in a grey resin- perfect forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Monster Magnets Series 2 from Argonaut Resins…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New resin figures from YEY Works…

Joining their highly popular HLR figure (pictured bottom right),  Chile based toy artists YEY Works kindly share with us details of their latest resin figures, the aptly named CAT-TUS, MILKO and POLSQUID! Once again taking a beautifully minimal approach to their design, the 3 figures have been cast in a mixture of solid tints- justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New resin figures from YEY Works…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Zombie Candy Corn “Orange” from Cash Cannon x Manny X…

Following sell out success at Designer Con recently, Cash Cannon and Manny X have teamed up once again for the second release of Zombie Candy Corns! Sculpted by Cash and produced by Manny, the 2.5″ figures come hand cast in a translucent orange resin, and are available in 3 different flavours; Painted ($35), Un-painted ($30)Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Zombie Candy Corn “Orange” from Cash Cannon x Manny X…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Dead Astronaut resin figure from Weird Luke…

“He died in the abysmal reaches of deep space and now returns to destroy the living…” Following a sell-out appearance at NYCC last month, resin trash maestro Weird Luke managed to hold back one figure for general release… the very last Dead Astronaut! Coming in the swank Chrome (as opposed to Cheapo) colourway, the 100%Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Dead Astronaut resin figure from Weird Luke…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The stainless steel Ashurashine from Brown Noize Productions…

Whilst all of the attention has been focussed on the monumental SpinningHeadSunshine x Spinshine release (find out more here), Sanjeev over at Brown Noize Productions has in no way forgotten the OG Ashura custom… as he reveals the six-armed Ashurashine in a jaw-dropping stainless steel edition! Printed by Shapeways in a gold finish, the weighty,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The stainless steel Ashurashine from Brown Noize Productions…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New stock in the Rampage Toys store…

After a slight delay, Jon over at Rampage Toys has finally managed to fully restock the store with a whole host of goodies from the past 3 months of conventions and festivals! Featuring a whole host of exclusive painted and unpainted Ugly Unicorns, various sofubi customs, and Pachi Cake phone straps, our favourite has toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New stock in the Rampage Toys store…”

MAN-E-NEWS// WIP teasers from Eric Nilla…

The ever busy Eric Nilla has released teasers of yet another 2 incoming figures… his latest entry into the Universe of Violence mini series, plus what appears to be a rather sweet looking Armorvor Glyos head! Details on both releases remain extremely scarce at the moment, but Eric has promised some better pics and moreContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// WIP teasers from Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Coral Pink Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…

Penny over at Taylored Curiosities is proud to present the fourth edition of her popular Monster Embryos, this time around in a gorgeous Coral Pink colourway! Cast in resin from an original sculpt, the ever-so-cute 1.2″ tall micro figures each come with black hand painted eyes and individually finished contrasting blue umbilical cords. Limited toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Coral Pink Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Big Kev’s Geek Stuff exclusive Pepper Popcorn from UME Toys…

Previewed here a few weeks back, Richard Page of UME Toys is proud to announce that the first edition Pepper Popcorns are finally up for grabs! Created as an exclusive for Big Kev’s Geek Stuff’s new online webstore, the adorable 8cm tall resin figures have been hand cast and painted by Rich in a stunningContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Big Kev’s Geek Stuff exclusive Pepper Popcorn from UME Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…

The guys over at Triclops Studio have been hard at work with their latest wave of B.A.S.T.A.R.D projects, the first coming in the form of a whole new “Mega” design! Although not officially confirmed, it’s pretty easy for any B.A.S.T.A.R.D fan to work out who’s next to get the super-sized treatment- the snotty nosed, Boglin inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s from Triclops Studios…”

MAN-E-NEWS// 7 Seals teasers from Menace Inc Studios…

Following the full release details we posted here last week, Jeff Beck over at Menace Inc Studios has sent over a couple of rather interesting teasers regarding the forthcoming 7 Seals blind box resin project… As mentioned before, the series is set to feature 3 “Golden Seals” that will be randomly packed into the 56Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// 7 Seals teasers from Menace Inc Studios…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The NitroBalls from Muscle Things…

Squeezing yet another new toy line into an already hectic casting schedule, Alec over at Muscle Things is proud to announce the arrival of the NitroBalls! Paying homage to the 80’s classic Madballs, and their recent revival as ‘capsule’ water squirters by Giraprendi (pictured right), the 1.5″ balls are due to come in a variety ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The NitroBalls from Muscle Things…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series revealed…

After a tremendous response to our “Recruitment Drive” last month, we are proud to reveal details of the very first H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series! Featuring a varied mix of both new and established artists, we’ve been lucky enough to secure talent from as far afield as kaiju, resin, vinyl, plush (!), plus pieces from some ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series revealed…”