A reboot that’s been almost 8 years in the making, Nakajima’s iconic sofubi line Astro-Mu 5 will once again see the light of day this week courtesy of Super7! A huge inspiration for some of the most highly sought after sofubi around at the moment – Paul Kaiju’s Mr REE and Ilu Ilu’s Tokio Supernova inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s Astro-Mu 5 sofubi minis revealed…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Osaka Sofubi Banbaku” exclusive Oozeballs from Rampage Toys x The Disarticulators…
Wasting no time since our “Moon Dust” sale last week, we’re very proud to reveal the latest painted Oozeball run in all its glory, the “Osaka Sofubi Banbaku” exclusive edition from Rampage Toys x The Disarticulators! Produced in the same super-squishy silver lame vinyl used for the “Moon Dust” release and fitted with the now-standard squeakerContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Osaka Sofubi Banbaku” exclusive Oozeballs from Rampage Toys x The Disarticulators…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New “Space Convoy” sculpts from Star Case revealed…
Japanese Star Wars fan site and retailer Star Case have just revealed that their hilarious bootleg sofubi line “Space Convoy” is set to return with two all new characters soon! With just the head sculpts unveiled so far – one of which has been shamelessly based on the Tusken Raiders – we can only assume that they’llContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Space Convoy” sculpts from Star Case revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Los Guerreros Transformados” rubber 5.5” figures from Bigmantoys…
Our good friend Lee Burbridge over at Bigmantoys has just revealed that he’ll have an all-new series of figures up for grabs this weekend, “Los Guerreros Transformados”- The Transforming Warriors! A loving homage to the mysterious Mexican MOTU knock offs that came packed with random color limb/weapon assortments, the line fuses elements from the artist’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Los Guerreros Transformados” rubber 5.5” figures from Bigmantoys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Iron Monkey 2” sofubi from Kikkake Toy…
Originally releasing way back in September of last year, Kikkake Toy‘s Iron Monkey 2 sofubi returns this month as a Medicom Toy exclusive! Drawing inspiration from classic vintage wind-up toys, the beautifully sculpted figure replaces the original design’s torso with an upscaled Roly Poly ball, also removing the cymbals in favour of an all-new accessory- aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Iron Monkey 2” sofubi from Kikkake Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Uncut’s Tarman inspired keshi revealed…
With his debut figure selling out online last week in a matter of minutes, Kotobuki Man over at Uncut has just revealed a follow-up is already in the works! Inspired by cult horror flick Return of the Living Dead 2’s Tarman character, the oversized Bikkuriman-style keshi appears to be around the same size as the previously released SplatterContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Uncut’s Tarman inspired keshi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink” and “Grey” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…
With the first batch of Elder Demons now winging their way to lucky collector’s homes, DeathCat Toys‘ Johan Ulrich has revealed that the series will be returning soon in 2 all-new colorways! Designed by DeathCat’s Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the pair – Oni Mira and the newly titled Red Pharaoh – have been heavily inspired by Bikkuriman andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink” and “Grey” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Triclops’ exclusive “Milky Way” Rotten-X sofubi…
With our very own exclusive “Albino” Rotten-X coming to the Man-E-Toys store this Thursday, February 26th – check our original post here for full release details – we thought we’d share yet another upcoming version of the figure, Triclops’ “Milky Way” edition! Featuring the Triclops designed/Zectron sculpted “Rotten Tomato” ball as a head, the stunning “X” body figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Triclops’ exclusive “Milky Way” Rotten-X sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…
Having recently debuted at Wonderfestival Winter 2015, KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 returns for it’s first official online release! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second wave once again features a total of 3 different designs; a quad-eyed Werewolf, Creature from the Black Lagoon andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…”
MAN-E-NEWS// YS Planning’s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom “1st Colorway” sofubi minis…
Having debuted and instantly sold out at Wonderfestival just a couple of weeks back, YS Planning‘s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom series returns for it’s first official online release! Designed and sculpted by the original sculptor of Neclos Fortress, Shigeo Uchida, the first wave of 3″ finger puppet-style minis features a total of 3 different designs inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// YS Planning’s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom “1st Colorway” sofubi minis…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Kappa Borg and Frozen Kappa Shonen sofubi from Comet Debris…
Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris is proud to reveal that he’ll be dropping not one, but two new figures in-store this weekend! First up, we have the breathtaking Kappa Borg… Produced in an unpainted clear soft vinyl, this mini-mid sized Kappa Kid has been treated to “mechanical engineering” by Chanmen in the form ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Kappa Borg and Frozen Kappa Shonen sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Man-E-Toys exclusive “Albino” Rotten-X and 1st Oozeball online release announced…
First off, we’d like to give our regular readers a massive apology for the lack of coverage over the past few days, you have a word we’ll be back running full steam by the end of the week! Our absence hasn’t been without cause though, as we’ve been gearing up for not one, but twoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Man-E-Toys exclusive “Albino” Rotten-X and 1st Oozeball online release announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Batman: Li’l Gotham mini figures from Kotobukiya x DC Comics…
Famed Japanese collectibles manufacturer Kotobukiya have revealed that they’ll be unleashing a series of keshi-style figures based on Dustin Nguyen’s digital comic, Batman: Li’l Gotham! Officially licensed by DC Comics, the series of M.U.S.C.L.E inspired figures consists of 7 different designs; Joker, Catwoman, Nightwing, Robin, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, and two variations of Batman; each of whichContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Batman: Li’l Gotham mini figures from Kotobukiya x DC Comics…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Hateball’s “Therefore, Ghost” and “Unmuscle” mini figures…
Justin over at Hateball has revealed that he’ll have a whole slew of new products touching down online this week, including not one, but two new mini figure releases! First up, we have the debut of the “Therefore, Ghost”. A collaboration with our very own Tru:Tek, the “treasure box homage toy” has been booted fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Hateball’s “Therefore, Ghost” and “Unmuscle” mini figures…”
MAN-E-NEWS// SKULLMARK’s Commander Nizard sofubi at Toy Underground…
Having kicked things off with the release of Commander Cytron last month, Galaxy Commanders – the debut line from Hong Kong-based sofubi toy producers SKULLMARK – has just received its second retail release through Toy Underground! Directly inspired by obscure 1977 action figure line “Starroid Raiders” from Hong Kong’s Tomland, the latest figure in the series comes in the formContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// SKULLMARK’s Commander Nizard sofubi at Toy Underground…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s Mirocku Maru VAG figure revealed…
It would appear that the next round of Medicom Toy‘s Vinyl Artist Gacha will be dropping soon, as Mirock Toy reveal their entry into the ongoing sofubi mini series, the “OTA scaled” Mirocku Maru! As with previous releases, the stunning mecha-diety features a 2.5″ tall 2-part design, coming in a selection of 5 randomly assorted colorways forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s Mirocku Maru VAG figure revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Rotten Tomato Balls from Joe Whiteford…
The Disarticulators and Disart ToyLabs have teamed up with none other than Joe Whiteford for a whole slew of custom releases that’ll be dropping throughout the year, the first coming in the form of these absolutely stunning Rotten Tomato Balls! Designed by Triclops, sculpted by Zectron and produced in resin by Tru:Tek, the pair ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Rotten Tomato Balls from Joe Whiteford…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The IG-Baba resin mini figures from Healeymade…
Having made numerous appearances over the years in 3.75″ form, Healeymade‘s IG-Baba is set to return this week in mini figure form! Kit-bashed from an undisclosed gachapon mini and infamous Star Wars bounty hunter IG-88’s head, the 2″ tall static figure has been produced in an all-new super-bright GID blue resin complete with display base. Pricing,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The IG-Baba resin mini figures from Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Green” and “Flesh” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…
With the prizes from the “Elder Demons” competition now winging their way to the homes of 3 very lucky collectors, DeathCat Toys‘ Johan Ulrich has revealed that the series will finally be making it’s debut this week! Designed by DeathCat’s Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the pair – Oni Mira and the newly titled Red Pharaoh –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Green” and “Flesh” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Wonderfestival Winter 2015 leftover sale…
After a hugely successful Wonderfestival over the weekend, Jon over at Rampage Toys has revealed that a selection of unsold figures are now available for his dedicated army of international fans! Here’s a quick rundown of what’s currently up for grabs in the Rampage store right here… Kaibutsu Snack Pack// Featuring both male and female omake from Kesagake,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Wonderfestival Winter 2015 leftover sale…”
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