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…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…
Having dabbled with sofubi through contributions to Rampage Toys’ Gachapon Goblin series, illustrator Joseph Harmon has just revealed a work-in-progress prototype of his first full-scale figure, Vampirass! Whilst details on the piece are still thin on the ground, the released image suggests that the bikini clad vamp will stand upwards of 6″ tall, coming with articulation inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…”
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// The Oozeball sofubi wax prototypes revealed…
With the sofubi Oozeball preorder proving to be a huge success last month, we thought we’d give those early adopters of the figure a little update on its progress. Having been recast in wax and retooled for jointing over the past week, the ball is now in the hands of the factory over in Japan for theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Oozeball sofubi wax prototypes revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co’s Mushroom and Ringo Racoon prototypes at Design Fiesta 40…
Joining One-Up and their Kumaboku proto, Max Toy Co were also on-hand at Design Fiesta 40 over the weekend with a couple of new figures ready for production! A follow-up to Teresa Chiba’s Kibunadon, the provisionally titled “Mushroom” (left) is set to become the latest figure to feature in Max Toy’s ongoing “Kaiju Gals” series, withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co’s Mushroom and Ringo Racoon prototypes at Design Fiesta 40…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Pico Pico’s Kumaboku prototype for One-Up at Design Fiesta 40…
Whilst inevitably there was a huge selection of new toys to buy at Design Fiesta 40 over the weekend, the event also played host to a number of never-before-seen prototypes, the first of which that we’ll be covering coming in the form of this breathtaking new sofubi from One-Up… Kumaboku! Designed and sculpted for the Japanese retailer byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Pico Pico’s Kumaboku prototype for One-Up at Design Fiesta 40…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner’s Morgogg the Whispering Prince sofubi revealed…
Continuing his onslaught of new toys this week, Skinner has just revealed yet another upcoming vinyl figure in the works, the “whispering prince” Morgogg! Taking on a more traditional kaiju aesthetic than both Sextopigon and Lolgolth Gnazgoroth, the large-size figure has been designed by Skinner with sculpting duties once again handed over to the hugely talented David Arshawsky– the originalContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner’s Morgogg the Whispering Prince sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Toy Art Gallery at Designer Con 2014…
Toy Art Gallery have just announced their huge line-up for Designer Con 2014 this weekend, featuring a slew of brand-new releases, exclusive editions from some of their favourite artists, new apparel, production toys, and more! Whilst the list is way too long to include here, the many, many highlights include the pictured Yugla from Scarecrowoven, MaskedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Toy Art Gallery at Designer Con 2014…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Krotpong’s “Homunculord” sofubi finer puppet protos revealed…
Having teased the little guys on Instagram over the past couple of months, Krotpong is proud to finally unveil his upcoming series of sofubi minis in full… introducing The Homunculords! Standing around 2.5″-3″ each, the set of 5 finger puppet-style figures all have their own unique – albeit stomach churning – feel, taking elements from rightContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Krotpong’s “Homunculord” sofubi finer puppet protos revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s new Kinokeshi prototype revealed…
Joining the creepy-cute Makori and Lampu, the guys over at Shimomoku have revealed that a third figure in the ongoing Kinokeshi series will be available soon! Pictured here in prototype form, the as yet untitled figure retains the same porcelain like qualities as the previous releases, this time coming in at a slightly smaller 2″ tall whenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s new Kinokeshi prototype revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators, Disart ToyLabs and Gory Hole NYCC leftover sale…
Having released a number of different exclusives under The Disarticulator, Disart ToyLabs and Gory Hole brands throughout NYCC last week, we’re proud to finally reveal details of the leftover online sale! Featuring a number of figure debuts, limited prototypes and of course, THOSE “MoYF” rings, at least 2 of each of the original line-up haveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators, Disart ToyLabs and Gory Hole NYCC leftover sale…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulators, Disart ToyLabs and Gory Hole at the Rampage x Tru:Tek NYCC booth…
We’ll be winding things down here at Man-E-Toys ahead of our trip to New York for NYCC next week, but before we go, we’ve decided to give you guys the full lowdown of exclusives that our very own Tru:Tek will have on offer at his joint booth (#208) with Rampage Toys at the Tenacious Toys collective.Continue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Disarticulators, Disart ToyLabs and Gory Hole at the Rampage x Tru:Tek NYCC booth…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cadaver Balls “Skull” sofubi micro proto revealed…
Joe Merrill aka Splurrt has just revealed the latest sculpt in his upcoming Cadaver Balls micro series, the exposed brain Cadaver Skull! Coming in at around 1.5″ in diameter, the tiny capped sculpt will join the previously revealed Cadaver Kid Ball, featuring as part of a full figure release utilising a miniaturised CK body, as well as standContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cadaver Balls “Skull” sofubi micro proto 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// Rampage Toys’ “Worshipping Native” sofubi minis revealed…
Joining the recently teased “Pea Shooter Mobile” and “RAMPAGE KAIBUTSUYA” (‘giant monster animal shop’), Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just revealed yet another 2 figures that’ve hit the wax ready for a debut release at Superfestival next month! Whilst we still can’t confirm what the pair of worshipping natives are for, our guess isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ “Worshipping Native” sofubi minis revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Scumbags and Superstars’ Mud Brain inspired bootleg Madball sculpt revealed…
Following our look at the “Melting Man” proto early last month, the guys over at Scumbags & Superstars have just revealed the second figure in their upcoming bootleg Madballs series! Inspired by the American football headed “Mud Brain” from infamous KO line Wacki Balls, the figure appears to be considerably bigger than the Melting Man, coming in atContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Scumbags and Superstars’ Mud Brain inspired bootleg Madball sculpt revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Pea-Shooter Mobile sofubi micro revealed…
Following the announcement of the RAMPAGE KAIBUTSUYA series earlier in the week, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just revealed yet another new figure destined for soft vinyl soon- the Pea-Shooter Mobile! Fully compatible with the Gachapon Goblin micros (primarily the pictured Crazy Unicorn!), the 1″ tall figure has been hand sculpted by Jon, featuringContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Pea-Shooter Mobile sofubi micro revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ “The Iron Monster” prototype revealed…
Taking a brief sidestep from the hugely popular Autopsy Babies, artist Jerimi Rimel has just unveiled the latest sofubi from Miscreation Toys, The Iron Monster! Inspired by Dr Zorka’s robot in 30’s T.V serial “The Phantom Creeps”, the humungous 15″ figure has been designed by Rimel and digitally sculpted by iamscumbag. Currently available to check outContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Miscreation Toys’ “The Iron Monster” prototype revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Pusshead x HxS head sculpt at the Toy Tokyo SDCC booth…
Easily one of the most impressive reveals we’ve seen from SDCC 14 so far, the Toy Tokyo booth has been playing host to an all-new Pusshead x HxSaigansho Gorilla Ju head sculpt! Pictured above on top of a Pusshead-customised Mecha Ju and as an uncut marbled standalone, the incredible decayed-looking piece is said to be makingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Pusshead x HxS head sculpt at the Toy Tokyo SDCC booth…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Disarticulators x Triclops “Rotten Tomato” sofubi teased…
Having proved a huge success upon release at ToyCon UK back in April, we can now announce that The Disarticulators x Triclops “Rotten Tomato” will be making the leap from rubber to soft vinyl courtesy of Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys! Whilst we’ll remain tight lipped on the project for the time being, we can revealContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Disarticulators x Triclops “Rotten Tomato” sofubi teased…”
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