We’ve been having some serious problems with the UK postal service of late (too many to list here!), so to celebrate our hate of the Royal Mail we’ll be offering up the new ROYAL FAIL: LETTERS ‘AVE IT! mini figure for 40% off! Created by Matt ‘Lunartik‘ JOnes in conjunction with Tru:Tek’s upcoming H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series:Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ROYAL FAIL: LETTERS ‘AVE IT! H.U.S.T.L.E sale…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Darkkklon custom bootleg from Bombermat Toys…
Following a brief hiatus from the art toy scene, Argentinian custom bootleger Matias over at Bombermat Toys is back with his latest release, Planet Nibiru native ‘The Darkkklon’! The first figure to feature in Shit Wars’ ‘Vintage Collection’, the reptilian avenger has been cast in 2 different colourways; the standard ‘Dirty’, and in a nodContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Darkkklon custom bootleg from Bombermat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Phalanx mini exposition at C2E2 revealed…
With Chicago’s C2E2 opening it’s doors later this week, Ben Spencer over at Nerd City proudly presents the entire Phalanx line-up in full! A mini exposition featuring an incredible collection of neo-vintage 5.5″ action figure customs, bootlegs and original figures, the strictly limited designs will be available to view and purchase from the Nerd CityContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Phalanx mini exposition at C2E2 revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Ray Skull H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Proofs from Hungry Imp x Tru:Tek…
They’ve been a long time coming what with our various other commitments, but the H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Series: Wave 1 APs are finally making their way to the various artists involved, the first batch up for grabs coming from Hungry Imp… Cast in a clear blue resin by series creator Tru:Tek, the MOTU/M.U.S.C.L.E inspired Ray SkullContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ray Skull H.U.S.T.L.E Artist Proofs from Hungry Imp x Tru:Tek…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutant Bastard designer action figure from Dr Death…
We’ve been following the progress of up and coming illustrator Dr Death‘s debut art toy since our first post a month or so back, so it came with great pleasure today to find the incredible designer action figure is nearing the final stages of production! An absolutely mind blowing debut, the breathtakingly detailed 5.5″ ‘Mutant Bastard’Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutant Bastard designer action figure from Dr Death…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Official new GPK Cheap Toys teased…
It appears that after years of constant request from fans, Garbage Pail Kid creators Topps are finally gearing up for an all-new series of Cheap Toys! Teased on the GPK Facebook page over the weekend, the line is set to feature a whole host of famous characters sadly missed by the first round of toys-Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Official new GPK Cheap Toys teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Healeymade ‘Venom Ashuraman’ custom from Small Angry Monster…
Lauded mini figure customiser Adam Pratt aka Small Angry Monster has finally worked his magic on one of Healeymade’s resins, the incredible ‘Venom Ashuraman’ M.A.S.K x M.U.S.C.L.E mash-up! Painted in a Buff-Monster inspired mix of pink and grey with gold detailing, the exquisitely detailed figure has been given a number of washes and highlights toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Healeymade ‘Venom Ashuraman’ custom from Small Angry Monster…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Goo and Roo Fight Bros custom bootlegs from Blurble…
Blurble kindly shares details of his first ever custom bootleg release, as he proudly introduces the Goo and Roo Fight Bros! Professional wrestlers in the WWSW (World Wide Slackers), the pair have been kit-bashed and re-sculpted from the iconic M.U.S.C.L.E line. Cast by none other than Luke over at Imperfecz Toyz in a flexible keshi-styleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Goo and Roo Fight Bros custom bootlegs from Blurble…”
MAN-E-NEWS// turboPISTOLA’s 4/20 toy drop…
Celebrating the high life in style this 4/20, turboPISTOLA proudly presents his latest slew of figures with more than a little nod to the ‘green’… Featuring a number of new Elephantos’, customs and original artwork, we bring you a quick rundown of exactly what will be on offer- •Elephantos Gamma edition: Cast in a Hulk-inspired neonContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// turboPISTOLA’s 4/20 toy drop…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Melty Misfits ‘Double Heather’ custom Cheap Toy from Buff Monster x Healeymade…
Drawing a huge amount of attention on IG yesterday, Buff Monster has just revealed an image of his first ever GPK Cheap Toy custom… a Melty Misfits take on Double Heather! Pictured here alongside the original rubber figure, the beautifully sculpted piece (presumably by Ice Cream resin head sculptor Mitch Martinez) has been cast in resinContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Melty Misfits ‘Double Heather’ custom Cheap Toy from Buff Monster x Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Caveguard, Luftmaus and more in the Healeymade store…
Since quitting the day job and moving full time into the world of resin art, Healeymade has treated us to week after week of solid releases… Well, unfortunately for our bank balances the elusive artist shows no signs of letting up, revealing yet another 3 pieces that’ll be hitting the store this Saturday! Alongside newContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Caveguard, Luftmaus and more in the Healeymade store…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Frenzy ‘Cake Fighter’ barbarian…
With Supefestival 62 just a week away now, Jon over at Rampage Toys has started to reveal some of the amazing pieces he’ll be bringing along to his booth… the first of which coming in the form of the mighty Cake Fighter! A collaboration with the Frenzy Bros, the initial festival release will just featureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Frenzy ‘Cake Fighter’ barbarian…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Gorewad Monster micro figures from Ironmask…
Yep, yet more from the sculpting machine that is Ironmask today, as the ever busy artist reveals not 1, not 2, but 3 new Gorewad Monsters! Pictured here in a near-finished state, the gruesome new beasties are a little larger in scale than previous releases, giving Ironmask a whole load more scope for each ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Gorewad Monster micro figures from Ironmask…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Deathmatch’ wip keshi from Nama Niku x Ironmask…
Following the hugely popular ‘Top Rope‘ custom keshi, Nama Niku has teamed up with Jimmy Rommel aka Ironmask for the latest instalment of wrestling ring-headed madness… presenting Deathmatch! Currently undergoing the meticulous kit-bashing Nama Niku has become known for, the figure is set to feature the body of Ironmask’s concrete monster (name unknown) with theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Deathmatch’ wip keshi from Nama Niku x Ironmask…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Exciting World of Jalldoon’ resin mini figures from Rampageo Industries…
Following our little introduction to the ‘Exciting World of Jalldoon‘ last month, creator Jesse Chagnon of Rampageo Industries/Doom Kick has very kindly sent over a preview set of the first batch of figures the ‘Slimes’, so without further ado, we take another look at the highly promising line… Consisting of 5 beautifully cast resin minis,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Exciting World of Jalldoon’ resin mini figures from Rampageo Industries…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Triclops’ B.A.S.T.A.R.D Show at Rampage Studios…
Following an insane showing at ToyCon UK earlier in the month (head over here for the full lowdown), the Triclops boys have just revealed that they will be putting on the first B.A.S.T.A.R.D show in Japan next month! To be hosted/curated by Rampage Studios‘ Jon Malmstedt, the exhibition is set to feature a ton ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Triclops’ B.A.S.T.A.R.D Show at Rampage Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The action figure customs of Kaboom Toys…
Featuring in Killer Bootlegs’ recent Toys Are Us group show at the Rockford Art Deli, Christopher Cannon from the newly formed Kaboom Toys kindly shares a little info on his latest project, Mash-Ups of the Multiverse… In a similar vein to Goodleg Toys’ WOTU line, Cannon has produced a series of one-off action figure customsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The action figure customs of Kaboom Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “HEALTH INSPECTOR” resin inaction figure from Green Plastic Tunnels x Novelty Haus…
Andrew Geddes of Green Plastic Tunnels has teamed up with Novelty Haus for the release of his debut resin figure, the HEALTH INSPECTOR! “Travelling the galaxy scoping for code violators”, the awesome Tron kit-bash stands at around 4″ tall coming with zero points of articulation. Hand cast in a mix of light pink, light blueContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “HEALTH INSPECTOR” resin inaction figure from Green Plastic Tunnels x Novelty Haus…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Ray-Gun’ custom bootleg from ManOrMonster? Studios…
As promised in our coverage of Evilos’ Humavor last week, we take a little look at another piece from the ‘Toys Are Us‘ group show currently available to purchase online, the ‘Ray-Gun’ custom bootleg from ManOrMonster? Studios… Another fine piece of kit-bashing from the artist, the ingenius figure features pieces from vintage and modern MOTUContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Ray-Gun’ custom bootleg from ManOrMonster? Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Mystical Warriors of the Ring’ C2E2 release information…
With C2E2 and an imminent debut just around the corner, the guys behind upcoming wrestling mini figure line ‘Mystical Warriors of the Ring‘ have finally revealed the full contents of the first limited edition box set… and boy are we in for a treat! Featuring the 2″ Ulric Wolfrom and 2.3″ ‘giant’ Goliath cast inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Mystical Warriors of the Ring’ C2E2 release information…”
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