The guys over at Clutter Magazine have got their hands on a super-rare, un-produced prototype from Tim Clarke‘s iconic 90’s toy line the Mini Boglins… and it would appear that they’ll be giving it a much deserved release soon! Dubbed the “King Boglin”, this beautifully detailed fortune telling tike was originally sculpted by Maureen TrottoContinue reading “Tim Clarke x Clutter Magazine’s “King Boglin” Mini Boglin rivival…”
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Frank Mysterio’s first painted Frankball release…
Originally debuting in blank white soft vinyl just a few days back, the first painted version of Frank Mysterio‘s “Ugly Head” Frankball is now available online! Directly inspired by classic 80’s gross-out toy series Madballs, the piece, designed and sculpted by Mysterio, measures an authentic 3″ wide, coming injection moulded in a similar style toContinue reading “Frank Mysterio’s first painted Frankball release…”
Zoomoth’s Star Soldier keshi…
The guys over at Zoomoth are proud to announce the arrival of their first new keshi for the upcoming Wonderfestival Summer ’16 show, taking on the lead protagonist from obscure Hudson Soft shooter Star Soldier! The unnamed pilot of the game’s “Caesar” ship, the little guy has been meticulously sculpted to sit alongside Zoomoth’s previousContinue reading “Zoomoth’s Star Soldier keshi…”
Frank Mysterio’s Frankball Ugly Head…
Frank Mysterio has just unveiled his latest soft vinyl figure, the awesome Frankball Ugly Head! Directly inspired by classic 80’s gross-out toy series Madballs, the piece, designed and sculpted by Mysterio, measures an authentic 3″ wide, coming injection moulded in a similar style to knock-off line the Monsterballs. Currently available in an unpainted white softContinue reading “Frank Mysterio’s Frankball Ugly Head…”
Super7’s MOTUSCLE 24 packs revealed…
Hot on the heals of the recently revealed Multi-Color Trash Cans, the guys over at Super7 have unveiled yet another epic MOTUSCLE release they’ll have up for grabs at Skeletor’s Lair during SDCC ’16 later this month… the MOTU/M.U.S.C.L.E 24 packs! Featuring all of last years Wave 1 release alongside 12 all-new sculpts (He-Man, Stratos,Continue reading “Super7’s MOTUSCLE 24 packs revealed…”
Gory Hole’s Warui Zonbi: Series 1 deluxe mini sets…
With Gory Hole‘s relaunch just over a week away now, we’ve decided to give you guys a closer look at one of the many items that’ll be up for grabs in-store next Friday, June 24th… the deluxe Warui Zonbi mini sets! Solely focussing on our legion of keshi fans this time around, these sweet packsContinue reading “Gory Hole’s Warui Zonbi: Series 1 deluxe mini sets…”
Terrible Whore’s Bat Mother Fucker sofubi revealed…
Having had continued success with their Fucking Four Fingers figure over the past year, Terrible Whore have finally decided to reveal a follow-up to the elusive claw, proudly presenting Bat Mother Fucker! Once again drawing inspiration from classic 80’s toys, the huge figure pays homage to one of the rarer pieces in the MadballsContinue reading “Terrible Whore’s Bat Mother Fucker sofubi revealed…”
Obsessed Panda’s “Cytron Wren” Galaxy Commander micro-run…
Obsessed Panda‘s Michael Devera has teamed up with Skullmark for a limited run of “Cytron Wren” Galaxy Commanders! Standing at around 9″ tall with 4 points of articulation, the classically styled sofubi – based on cult knock off action figure line “Starriod Raiders” – has been cast in a black soft vinyl this time around,Continue reading “Obsessed Panda’s “Cytron Wren” Galaxy Commander micro-run…”
Gory Hole’s official relaunch announced…
With toy news a little slow today, we thought we’d share some info on our upcoming relaunch of toy/apparel brand Gory Hole! Set to feature a ton of new VHS horror-inspired merch including pins, patches, tshirts and of course toys in the form of Warui Zonbi keshi sets and GH x Violence Toy one-offs, theContinue reading “Gory Hole’s official relaunch announced…”
KtoKto’s Monster Series 3 overseas sales…
KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 3 returns this week for a fresh round of overseas sales!Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this third wave once again features a total of 3 different designs; Frankenstein’s monster, Dracula and a companion tomb stone, each sculpted in theContinue reading “KtoKto’s Monster Series 3 overseas sales…”
Super7 x Gargamel’s Powercon exclusive “Prototype Green” Beastman sofubi…
With Skeletor releasing to huge fanfare, Super7 and Gargamel have been hard at work on bringing yet another MOTU villain into the world of sofubi, the mighty Beastman! Styled to look like the classic sofubi minis of the 1980’s, the 4″ tall figure features articulation in the arms and waist, coming complete with his signatureContinue reading “Super7 x Gargamel’s Powercon exclusive “Prototype Green” Beastman sofubi…”
EPSW x Cryptodude’s Vyle Lyle foam ball…
Up and coming lifestyle brand EPSW (Eat Pussy, Smoke Weed) are proud to announce the debut of their first ever toy, Vyle Lyle! Heavily inspired by cult gross-out toy line Madballs, the gruesome piece has been sculpted and produced by ball aficionado Cryptodude, coming cast in an authentic squishy foam, layered with latex and treatedContinue reading “EPSW x Cryptodude’s Vyle Lyle foam ball…”
RC Berg’s “Space Harrier” and “Ida the Stone Head” garage kits at Yamakichiya…
Yep, yet more from retailer Yamakichiya today and something a little different than our usual coverage to boot, as the guys proudly present their latest officially licensed toys from Sega… the Space Harrier garage kits! Created by RC Berg as part of their ongoing Videogame Heroes series, the 1/12 scaled release consists of 2 differentContinue reading “RC Berg’s “Space Harrier” and “Ida the Stone Head” garage kits at Yamakichiya…”
Super7’s Power Con exclusive M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E Slime Trash Can sets….
Super7 have revealed that they’ll be descending upon LA’s Power-Con: The He-Man and She-Ra Toy & Comic Book Experience next month with an epic new exclusive… the M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E “Slime” Trash Can! Featuring all 12 figures from the original MOTU x M.U.S.C.L.E line-up, the classically styled 2″ minis have been produced in a gorgeous clear slime greenContinue reading “Super7’s Power Con exclusive M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E Slime Trash Can sets….”
Secret Base’s “X-Ray Gold Lamé” Felix sofubi…
Secret Base are proud to announce the return of their officially licensed Felix the Cat sofubi in a stunning “X-Ray Gold Lame” colorway! Standing at little over 6″ tall, the 2-part figure has been produced in a clear soft vinyl complete with a black rubbed, gold glitter infused internal skeleton. Currently up for grabs in the SecretContinue reading “Secret Base’s “X-Ray Gold Lamé” Felix sofubi…”
Awesome Toy’s “Pre-Release” Piggy Bank sofubi…
Always looking to push the boundaries, the guys over at Awesome Toy have just unveiled a rather unique-looking sofubi toy to add to their ever growing back catalog, the AT Piggy Bank! Inspired by a classic blow-moulded piggy bank from 1960’s Hong Kong (which in turn, was inspired by a similar injection moulded Canadian designContinue reading “Awesome Toy’s “Pre-Release” Piggy Bank sofubi…”
New preorders from Target Earth…
Elusive sofubi producer Target Earth have just unveiled a total of 4 new figures up for preorder, a couple of which we know – in typical TE style – will be turning a few heads due to their striking similarity to some very popular products on the market right now! First up, we have theContinue reading “New preorders from Target Earth…”
CAST’s “Aurora Lust for Life” Fumetsu sofubi…
Adam Saul over at Cop A Squat Toys has just revealed that his Fumetsu sofubi is set to return this week in a stunning “Aurora Lust for Life” colorway! Heavily inspired by vintage toys such as Astro-Mu 5, the line features a total of 4 very different “trans-human” characters; Erewhon, Vinge, Neuman and Kurzweil; each comingContinue reading “CAST’s “Aurora Lust for Life” Fumetsu sofubi…”
New Lost Monkey, Roly Poly and Kodama sofubi from Kikkake…
The guys over at Kikkake Toy are set to make a welcome return this week with a trio of custom sofubi releases! First up, we have the “Where is Mothership” version of Lost Monkey Aaron. Taking on a very similar appearance to the previously released Iron Monkey, this new interpretation features a spacesuit body, clearContinue reading “New Lost Monkey, Roly Poly and Kodama sofubi from Kikkake…”
Creation777’s Mimi Monster paint run…
The Mimi Monster sofubi from TAN (aka Zhang Sheng) is making a welcome return this week in its first ever painted run from fellow toy artist Creation777! Standing at around 6″ tall, the slimy cyclops features a simple 2-part design with articulation in the neck, this time coming cast in a red soft vinyl and treated toContinue reading “Creation777’s Mimi Monster paint run…”
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