Fresh from his Gravy Toys exclusive release just a few weeks back, Adam Saul over at Cop A Squat Toys returns with a fresh batch of Fumetsu sofubi in a gorgeous “Coke Bottle Green” colorway! Heavily inspired by vintage toys such as Astro-Mu 5, the line features a total of 4 “trans-human” characters spread across 2 sets;Continue reading “Cop A Squat Toys’ “Coke Bottle Green” Fumestu…”
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Algangu’s Wonderfestival Winter 2016 exclusive Tin Bear Teacher…
Sofubi producer Algangu has just revealed that he’ll will be unleashing the third colorway of his debut sofubi “Tin Bear Teacher” at Wonderfestival Winter 2016 next month! Inspired by the Tinman from the Wizard of Oz, the adorable vintage-styled bot stands at around 4″ tall and comes with 3 points of articulation. Produced in a clear “smoke”Continue reading “Algangu’s Wonderfestival Winter 2016 exclusive Tin Bear Teacher…”
Bad Attic Toys’ “Two-Faced Todd” Trouballz online sale…
Having only seen limited, Japan-only releases since it’s launch back in August of last year, we’re very happy to reveal that Bad Attic Toys‘ debut sofubi – 2-Faced Todd – is now finally available to purchase online! The first to feature in the ongoing Madball-inspired “Trouballz” line, the gruesome figure comes in at an authentically scaled 3″ wide,Continue reading “Bad Attic Toys’ “Two-Faced Todd” Trouballz online sale…”
Zoomoth’s Bill Rizer “Ver.2” Contra keshi revealed…
With Wonderfestival Winter 2016 coming up in just a couple of weeks time, the guys over at Zoomoth have revealed the first 1 day license they’ve secured for the event, taking on Konami’s classic run-and-gun platformer Contra fit their third official release! Returning to one of the game’s lead protagonists Bill Rizer, the second version of the sub-totting commandoContinue reading “Zoomoth’s Bill Rizer “Ver.2” Contra keshi revealed…”
Skull Head Butt’s Plant Monster sofubi…
Skull Head Butt turn to yet another classic B-movie for their latest figure, taking on one of the many mutants from 1974’s The Freakmaker! An unfortunate crossbreed of plant and human created by mad genetic scientist Dr Nolter, this particular monster plays a central role in the film, featuring a rather disturbing venus fly trap-esqueContinue reading “Skull Head Butt’s Plant Monster sofubi…”
The Convict exclusive “Keshigomu Blue” NSC Sunshine from Five Star Toy…
Continuing their recent barrage of internationally available exclusives, Japanese lifestyle brand Convict are proud to offer up their new “Keshigomu Blue” NSC Sunshine to overseas customers this week! Standing at around 11″ tall and featuring 3 points of articulation, the classic Kinnikuman character has been produced by Five Star Toy in an unpainted blue softContinue reading “The Convict exclusive “Keshigomu Blue” NSC Sunshine from Five Star Toy…”
Longneck’s Megagorilla sofubi…
It’s been a few years since the debut of his last 100% new figure “Yusei Maijin”, so it came with great pleasure today to find that Yoda Masahico of Cosmo Knight Alpha/Longneck has been hard at work on yet another bonafide sofubi classic… the jaw-dropping Megagorilla! Based on the (as-yet-unverified) vintage mecha gorilla mini picturedContinue reading “Longneck’s Megagorilla sofubi…”
The “Cosmic Radiation” Phantom T3-x resin figure from Dark Matter Toys…
Tattooist-come-toy designer Manny Daggers of Dark Matter Toys has just unveiled the latest version of his Phantom T3-x resin figure, the “Cosmic Radiation” edition! Designed/sculpted by Manny and produced by UhOh Toys, the gunslinging space cowboy stands at around 4.5″ tall, coming complete with peg articulation in the arms. Cast in a pink glitter-infused GIDContinue reading “The “Cosmic Radiation” Phantom T3-x resin figure from Dark Matter Toys…”
Oriha Kat’s “Pizza Face” Killer Ball…
Japan-based toy artist Oriha Kat has just revealed a follow-up to his first Killer Ball release “Da Ma Fukuwarain”, proudly presenting the super-gross “Pizza Face”! Once again inspired by cult 80’s toy line Madballs, the suitably “loose” looking sculpt measures in at an authentic 3″ wide (around the same size as a softball), coming hand castContinue reading “Oriha Kat’s “Pizza Face” Killer Ball…”
Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…
Established sofubi producer Dune have revealed that they’ve secured the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles license for a whole line of merch for 2016, including a range of full-size sofubi! Pictured above during their unveiling at Superfestival 70 last weekend (courtesy of toy blogger Sofubi Michi), it would appear that the quartet – based on the 1989Continue reading “Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…”
Secret Base’s “X-Ray” Staypuft Marshmallow Man sofubi revealed…
Hiddy over at Secret Base has just unveiled the latest officially licensed figure to receive their signature “X-Ray” look, the “Staypuft Marshmallow Man” from classic flick, Ghostbusters! Standing at around the same size as the previously released McSupersize, SpongeBob and Felix the Cat at around 6″ tall, the soft vinyl piece had been cast inContinue reading “Secret Base’s “X-Ray” Staypuft Marshmallow Man sofubi revealed…”
The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…
Debuting at Superfestival 70 over the weekend, the “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Kotobuki Man‘s Uncut/Terror Treehouse will be up for grabs online tomorrow! Inspired by cult horror flick Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger, the Bikkuriman-style keshi appears to be the same size as the previously released figures, coming in at a super-chunky 2.5″ tall. Produced inContinue reading “The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…”
The “Battle Beasts Battleground” blog…
“あなたの獣アウトドアを取る! Do you remember the great Battles fought during the late 80´s in your own backyard, playground or within an impressive landscape during a holiday trip? Now its time to become that kid again……… Take your Beasts, let them out in the woods, send them out on an expedition in an extreme outdoor environment orContinue reading “The “Battle Beasts Battleground” blog…”
The KaijuMonsteR exclusive “Clear” Moon-X from Skull Head Butt…
Originally intended for release at NYCC ’15 way back in October of last year, KaijuMonsteR‘s exclusive “Clear” Moon-X sofubi from Skull Head Butt is now finally up for grabs via lottery! Featuring the highly sought after Moon-X head on top of a re-sculpted Ooze-It style body, the 8″ tall figure has been cast in aContinue reading “The KaijuMonsteR exclusive “Clear” Moon-X from Skull Head Butt…”
The return of Scumbags & Superstars’ “Slimey Siamese Stevey” Slimeballs…
Having previously only seen 2 extremely limited releases, the first figure from apparel brand Scumbags and Superstars‘ Slimeball series – “Slimey Siamese Stevey” – has made a welcome return in their store this week! Based on an original character design from longtime S&S collaborator Sexual Youkai, the suitably gross-looking ball had been hand sculpted by artist Chris Grondin atContinue reading “The return of Scumbags & Superstars’ “Slimey Siamese Stevey” Slimeballs…”
Algangu at Superfestival 70…
Sofubi producer Algangu has just revealed a trifecta of releases he’ll be bringing along to Superfestival 70 this weekend! Featuring his latest release, the 70’s inspired Science Boy Co “Robogu” and “Roboga” bots in their OG clear/red colorways, the pair have been joined by Hideyuki Katsuma’s “Hanatuah” in an unpainted blue soft vinyl, as well as the third edition ofContinue reading “Algangu at Superfestival 70…”
The Gomlins keshi revealed in-full…
Teased here just a few days back, we can now reveal all 3 Gomlins keshi in-full! A joint venture between Nerdone, Mee Mie and newcomer Proposal 48 (TBC), the release features a different mini figure from each artist – “Steregon”, “Lemonjah” and the newly revealed “Crablow” respectively – each coming cast in a thermal color-changing blue-to-white rubber and housed inContinue reading “The Gomlins keshi revealed in-full…”
The “Blue Glow” Ultraman vinyl figure from Playtoy x Unbox Industries…
Originally releasing at ToySoul HK as part of Ultraman’s ongoing 50th Anniversary celebrations late last year, Playtoy’s special “Blue Glow” rendition of the classic Tsuburaya tokusatsu character has just been made available online through the figure’s producer, Unbox Industries! Inspired by Bullmark’s classic chunky aesthetic, the stunning figure has been 3D sculpted by Unbox’s digital team, standing atContinue reading “The “Blue Glow” Ultraman vinyl figure from Playtoy x Unbox Industries…”
The Gravy Toy exclusive “Fumetsu” sofubi from CAST…
Originally debuting to huge fanfare at DCon ’15 back in November of last year, the “Fumetsu” sofubi from Cop A Squat Toys will be making its online debut today courtesy of Gravy Toys! Heavily inspired by vintage toys such as Astro-Mu 5, the line features a total of 4 “trans-human” characters spread across 2 sets; Erewhon/Vinge in SetContinue reading “The Gravy Toy exclusive “Fumetsu” sofubi from CAST…”
The “Kwartz Commander” and “Azer Commander” sofubi from SKULLMARK…
Resuming their onslaught of monthly releases for 2016, SKULLMARK have just unveiled latest figures in their debut line “Galaxy Commanders”, Commander Kwartz and Commander Azer! Directly inspired by obscure 1977 action figure line “Starroid Raiders” from Tomland, the 9” tall Rookie and Klop come with the same standard body designs as previous releases, this time cast in an authentic orange and lime greenContinue reading “The “Kwartz Commander” and “Azer Commander” sofubi from SKULLMARK…”
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