Following the reveal of R. Newbold exclusive “Brewster” resin figure (find out more here) last week, artist Jon Knox presents his latest work-in-progress sculpt, My little Arpie. Harking back to the style of Jon’s earlier resin pieces, the sunglasses wearing cutie stands at 14cm tall. We’re kind of hoping that this guy gets scaled down aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// My Little Arpie work in progress from Jon Knox…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Tenacious Toys exclusive Lopsy from Cash Cannon…
Fresh from the debut of Fire Lopsy last week, Cash Cannon is proud to reveal that the latest edition, a Tenacious Toys exclusive no less, that will be hitting the store this Tuesday June 12th! Coming cast in the signature Tenacious Toys clear blue resin, the adorable figure stands at 2.5″ tall. No news on editionContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Tenacious Toys exclusive Lopsy from Cash Cannon…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rat Skull resin figures from Manny X Romero…
Originally debuting at Designer Con last year, Manny X Romero has revealed to us that the Rat Skulls will be making a return next week (yep, yet more awesome resin skulls)! Designed by MannyX and sculpted by Tito Acevedo, the 1.5″ tall figure is due to be released in 2 separate editions, Absinthe and BlindContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rat Skull resin figures from Manny X Romero…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Jason the Cheeky Ghost one-off customs from UME Toys…
We know a lot of you were disappointed in hearing the news that UME Toys‘ entry into the recent Kings of Resin series was limited to just 5 pieces… well to make up for it, UME’s very own Richard Page has decided to cast a few more up for his legions of wanting fans! NoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Jason the Cheeky Ghost one-off customs from UME Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Nama Niku x Muscle Things’ “Manzilla” for B.U.F.F…
Freshly revealed yesterday comes the latest figure in the B.U.F.F (Billions of Unusual Fearless Fighters) line, the Nama-Niku x Muscle Things “Manzilla”! Part sculpted, part kit-bashed by Tyler over at Nama-Niku, the rubber urethane cast figure features the head and mane of a vintage Gozilla mini figure meticulously grafted onto a M.U.S.C.L.E, coming complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Nama Niku x Muscle Things’ “Manzilla” for B.U.F.F…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Big Licker resin figure from Matt Jones…
After months of teasers and WIP shots, Matt Jones aka Lunartik is finally putting the finishing touches to his latest hand crafted resin figure, the Big Licker. Set to land on the Lunartik store Wednesday, 27th June, release will be split into two waves of 30, with the first “classic” themed edition coming in Matt’s signatureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Big Licker resin figure from Matt Jones…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// The Zombie Cake! MIMP mash-up mini-resin from Rampage Toys…
As we delve into the world of custom keshi/M.U.S.C.L.E in the build up to ‘Ed Skorm vs. Min-E-Face‘s release, we’ve decided to feature a piece by the artist that first inspired us to undertake the project, the Zombie Cake! from Rampage Toys’ Jon Malmstedt. Although not strictly M.U.S.C.L.E (the figure has been modified from the HunchbackContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// The Zombie Cake! MIMP mash-up mini-resin from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Robot 13 mini-figures from Motorbot…
Even after his grisly encounter with an Exacto knife last week (check Instagram for the grisly details!), the ever prolific Motorbot has soldiered on, and whilst not busy casting a vast array of Meatsters, he’s been putting the final touches to the highly anticipated Robot 13 resin 5 pack! As you can see from the shotContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Robot 13 mini-figures from Motorbot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire online shop opening tomorrow…
Jelly empress Selina Briggs has revealed that the new Jelly Empire online shop will be opening this Friday (June 8th), stocked to the brim with a whole host of Jelly related goodness! Previously revealed at this year’s MoCCA Fest, the Jellactic Troopers will be leading the way, with 12 hand painted designs (in both red/whiteContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Jelly Empire online shop opening tomorrow…”
MAN-E-NEWS// RAMPAGE x UAMOU Part 2 and more from Rampage Toys…
In an effort to make up for the fact that Rampage Toy‘s March exhibition at Studio Uamou ended up being mostly unavailable to those not able to attend, Jon Malmstedt has been hard at work on a new batch of pieces for the aptly titled “RAMPAGE x UAMOU Part 2” sale! Consisting of a fewContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// RAMPAGE x UAMOU Part 2 and more from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Super Rare M.U.S.C.L.E Can V.2 from Nama-Niku x Muscle Things…
As we prepare for the launch of our exclusive Super Rare M.U.S.C.L.E Can colourway, we bring you the first shots of its latest incarnation, Version 2! Created by Nama-Niku and Muscle Things, the newly revised design features a whole host of new non-poster figures (from our count, there appears to be 8 crammed in thisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Super Rare M.U.S.C.L.E Can V.2 from Nama-Niku x Muscle Things…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Rivet Wars sculpts from Ted Terranova…
As major influence in our pursuit of getting our own resin toys off the ground, it always comes with great pleasure to find out what Rivet Wars creator Ted Terranova has lined up next… and boy are we in for a treat this time! Since the release of the Quad Stug box set last month,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Rivet Wars sculpts from Ted Terranova…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Elephantos wave 4 from Turbopistola…
Turbopistola is proud to present the fourth round of his popular Elephantos mini figures. Cast in a variety of different opaque and clear resins, the latest batch of 2″ minis has been limited to just 7 hand finished pieces; Orange Sparkle, Blue Dream, Ethernaut, Gooch 5, Hard Candy, Smoke 1 and The Smell of Blood.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Elephantos wave 4 from Turbopistola…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Caution” Yellow Mini MAD*L from MAD…
Swiftly following the “Toxic” GID Edition drop a couple of weeks back, MAD presents the sixth instalment in the Mini MAD*L series, the fan chosen “Caution” Yellow! As with previous releases, the strikingly bright figure will be limited to 20 hand cast and meticulously polished 3″ minis. Set to land on the MAD Toy store at some point thisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Caution” Yellow Mini MAD*L from MAD…”
MAN-E-UPDATE// ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face “Noir” production shot…
As we loom ever closer to the release of our first M.U.S.C.L.E custom bootleg 2 pack, ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face, we’ve decided to share with you the first production shot (with sprues still attached!) of the super-rare “Noir” edition that we will be offering up to our readers a week before the figures’ official release.Continue reading “MAN-E-UPDATE// ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face “Noir” production shot…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The visible skeleton Stormtrooper LEGO bootleg from 2bitHACK…
Sitting alongside the recently revealed “Smiley Copper” action figure (check it out here), 2bitHACK has been hard at work on yet another project, the as yet untitled “visible skeleton LEGO Stormtrooper” bootleg! Revealing an initial kit-bash test pull last week featuring a de-armed, mini-legged LEGO Stormtrooper with the strap-line “Test pull… The nontest pulls will beContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The visible skeleton Stormtrooper LEGO bootleg from 2bitHACK…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Fire” Lopsy resin figures from Cash Cannon…
NY based tattoo artist and toy customiser Cash Cannon proudly presents his first original figure, Lopsy! Dropping in an initial “Fire” colourway, the adorable hand cast resin figures stand at 2.5″ tall and 2″ wide. Coming sprayed with acrylic detailing, Fire Lopsy has been limited to just 4 figures, with one lucky collector receiving theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Fire” Lopsy resin figures from Cash Cannon…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Meatgrinder vs. Half Baked Ham Namakeshi custom bootlegs…
[photos/info- University of M.U.S.C.L.E] As mentioned earlier in the week, we still weren’t sure as to whether Meatgrinder’s sparring buddy, Half Baked Ham, would be making it into our first batch of Nama-Niku x Eric Nilla Namakeshi exclusives… well today we can reveal that our meaty friend has made the cut! To be released alongsideContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Meatgrinder vs. Half Baked Ham Namakeshi custom bootlegs…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “Make Your Own Bernie” from Scott Tolleson x MAQET…
Following the success Scott Tolleson‘s Bernie Cotton Artist Series plastin figure (still available to purchase here), MAQET have just revealed that the awesome piece is now available in DIY form! For just $30, any fan of the adorable character can now adorn him with their very own design… with an extensive selection of online designContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “Make Your Own Bernie” from Scott Tolleson x MAQET…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Captain Sturnbrau “Deep Blue Sea” Edition from Jon Paul Kaiser x Toy2R…
It’s been a while since we’ve heard any news with regards to more Captain Sturnbrau colourways, so it came with great pleasure yesterday to find that JPK and Toy2R are gearing up for the spooky “Deep Blue Sea” edition’s imminent release! Coming cast in a clear aqua blue vinyl, the 5″ Mini Qee should beContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Captain Sturnbrau “Deep Blue Sea” Edition from Jon Paul Kaiser x Toy2R…”
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