Sofubi innovators Instinct Toy have just introduced the latest figure in their ongoing line-up of “Liquid” toys, the rather curious Liquid Box! Standing at around 7″ tall and 4.5″ wide, it appears that the piece has been created as a companion to “Baby Inc”, featuring a removable cap bottom that can be used to either displayContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Baby Inc x LIQUID BOX” set from Instinct Toy…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ one-off customs for Wonderfestival Summer ’15…
As if the previously revealed Oozeball, Hagball and Kesagake painted runs weren’t enough, Rampage Toys‘ Jon Malmstedt has just unveiled a swathe of killer one-off customs he’ll have up for grabs at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Featuring a stunning Kesagake in flesh-tone vinyl with a red rub and masses of hand painted detailing, the hugeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ one-off customs for Wonderfestival Summer ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Shoko Nakazawa’s “Bryon” sofubi at Lulubell Toys…
Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured Shoko Nakazawa aka Korators‘ “Bryon” sofubi in a special Medicom Toy exclusive colorway! Standing at just over 4″ tall, the adorable little fella has been produced in a clear white vinyl complete with masked snowy white, blue and black sprays. Currently available right here via openContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shoko Nakazawa’s “Bryon” sofubi at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Kappa Shonen” sofubi from Comet Debris…
Coming last, but by no means least, Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris has just revealed the fifth and final figure he’ll have up for grabs at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the “Neon Red” Kappa Shonen! Standing at around 5″ tall and featuring articulation in the neck and arms, the adorable little guy hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Kappa Shonen” sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dolphin-kun” sofubi from Vinylckr x Group Inou…
Sofubi producer Vinylckr (formerly Nerdone, we think!) has teamed up with famed Japanese hip hop/electronic duo Group Inou for the release of the officially licensed “Dolphin-kun” (イルカくん) sofubi! Based on the musicians’ recurring dolphin mascot – usually seen on stage during their live performances – the little guy has been sculpted in a vintage finger puppet style,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dolphin-kun” sofubi from Vinylckr x Group Inou…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Lemon Ice” Kong sofubi from Refreshment Toy x Nerdone…
Joining a slew of the usual cupcake/cat related sofubi, the guys over at Refreshment Toy are proud to announce that they’ll be resurrecting Nerdone‘s Kong sofubi for an exclusive “Lemon Ice” run at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend! Standing at around 10″ tall and coming with articulation in the neck, waist, arms and feet, the lumberingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Lemon Ice” Kong sofubi from Refreshment Toy x Nerdone…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis from Jungle…
Having seen a few limited releases since their debut back in February, Jungle‘s “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis are set to return this weekend as a Wonderfestival Summer ’15 exclusive! Featuring a total of 6 different figures from the Neclos Fortress-inspired series – including designs from Jungle regulars Uky Daydreamer and Skulltula – theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Demon Castle of Gle-Jun” sofubi minis from Jungle…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…
The guys over at Awesome Toy are proud to present something a little different to their current roster of super robots, kaiju and retro-themed figures… introducing the Awesome TV! Inspired by the Indie Toy scene’s extensive selection of “platform” toys – figures that can be customised – the vintage-styled TV’s unique take on the ideaContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s “Awesome TV” sofubi platform toy announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// T9G’s “Plant” Rangeas sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…
Yep, yet more from Toy Art Gallery today, as the team are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a limited amount of T9G‘s latest retainer exclusive, the “Plant” edition Rangeas! Standing at around 8″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the stunning figure has been produced in a white soft vinyl, coming withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// T9G’s “Plant” Rangeas sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Electric Boy” sofubi from Comet Debris…
Joining the previously posted Ace Robo, Kappa Kid and Sametan, Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris has just unveiled yet another exclusive he’ll be bringing along to Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the “Clear Yellow” Electric Boy! Standing at around 5″ tall and featuring articulation in the waist and shoulders, the little guy has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Electric Boy” sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// BlackBook Toy x Ron English’s “Hella Bling” Evil Mc sofubi revealed in-full…
Originally teased here just a few days back, we can now reveal the latest “Evil Mc” colorway from Ron English and BlackBook Toy in-full, proudly presenting the “Hella Bling” edition! Based on the reoccurring character seen in many of English’s paintings, the sinister-looking fast food anti-mascot has been realised in 3D by the talented Chop over at MonsterContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// BlackBook Toy x Ron English’s “Hella Bling” Evil Mc sofubi revealed in-full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery exclusive GID Lonny from Gravy Toys…
Following the success of their “Jeff” release a couple of months back, the guys over at Toy Art Gallery have once again teamed up with Bwana Spoons and his Gravy Toys imprint for the release of yet another Suns of Broadarr exclusive, the GID Lonny! Once again cast up in a glow soft vinyl, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery exclusive GID Lonny from Gravy Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink Side of the Ooze” Oozeballs from Rampage Toys x The Disarticulators…
Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just unveiled the latest release he’ll have up for grabs at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, a special “Pink Side of the Ooze” edition of the Disarticulators‘ Oozeball! Designed by our very own Tru:Tek and sculpted by Zectron, the 3″ wide homage to both Ooze-It and Madballs hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink Side of the Ooze” Oozeballs from Rampage Toys x The Disarticulators…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monstre Ape” sofubi/resin set from Monstrehero…
Teased here just yesterday, we can now reveal the comeback release from legendary resin slingers Monstrehero in-full! As previously promised, the long awaited return features the guys’ “Monstre Ape” entry from Fig-Lab’s Finger5 sofubi mini series, standing at around 3″ tall, coming cast in a “Scaryglow” GID vinyl and treated to simple blue, yellow andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monstre Ape” sofubi/resin set from Monstrehero…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival Summer ’15 exclusive Sametan sofubi from Comet Debris…
Hot on the heals of our Ace Robo and Kappa Kid reveal yesterday, Comet Debris‘ Koji Harmon has just revealed yet another figure that’ll be making an appearance at Wonderfestival Summer ’15 this weekend, the ever adorable Sametan! Produced in both yellow and green soft vinyl this time around, the 4.5″ tall figure has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival Summer ’15 exclusive Sametan sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Man in Red” Françios le Grand sofubi from Lulubell Toys…
It’s been a while in coming, but the guys over at Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that the first painted colorway of their monumental Françios le Grand” sofubi – the “Man in Red” edition – is now up for grabs online! Standing at just under 16″ tall, the Grody Shogun-designed, Jetture Handsome Taro-sculpted figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Man in Red” Françios le Grand sofubi from Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Devils Head Productions x Micfits “Alavaka” release announced…
Devils Head Productions have teamed up with the punk rock underground experience know as The Micfits to give you an awesome Disney themed treat… presenting the Maleficent tribute release! Featuring DHP’s Alavaka sofubi painted in metallic tones to mimic the classic villain from the 1959 animated feature “Sleeping Beauty”, the release is also set toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Devils Head Productions x Micfits “Alavaka” release announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed “Ultraman” vinyl figure from Playtoy x Unbox Industries…
The guys over at Unbox Industries have joined forces with up and coming toy producers Playtoy for an officially licensed, soft vinyl rendition of Tsuburaya’s Ultraman! Inspired by Bullmark’s classic chunky aesthetic, the iconic tokustsu character has been 3D sculpted by Unbox’s digital team, standing at just under 10″ tall and coming with a removable maskContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed “Ultraman” vinyl figure from Playtoy x Unbox Industries…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Are You F***ing Zombie?” sofubi minis from Restore…
“There was an epidemic called “Zombing” in Neo Japan world. Experienced an unknown phenomenon that all of the people begin to become identical faces and lose their individuality. Common point among people who infected with the disease was that it was only modern poeple who have depended on convenient “STUFF” which some company churned out…” FollowingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Are You F***ing Zombie?” sofubi minis from Restore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “TV-kun” sofubi from MeeMie…
Having had continued success with their various keshi figures over the past year or so, the guys behind MeeMie are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a one-day license for the release of their debut self-produced sofubi, the adorable TV-kun! Taken from famed Manga artist Shigeru Mizuki’s extensive cast of youkai-inspired creatures, the boy –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “TV-kun” sofubi from MeeMie…”
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