After numerous teasers and reveals over the past few months, Restore have finally unveiled the first fully painted version of their latest figure, “Iron Meat”, in-full! Said to be the friend of the previously released “Neo Japan”, the lumbering cyborg – originally realised in garage kit form – has been reimagined by RESTORE’s Abe Junnokai, standingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Iron Meat” sofubi from Restore…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Emerald Mountain Dragon” overseas sale…
Mirock Toy have just unveiled their latest release currently available for overseas order, the “Emerald Mountain Dragon” sets! Offering up a total of 4 different purchasing options this time around, we have – (starting bottom left) Mirocloneputar and Sanntennou for $70, Dr Mirock OG-AT with Mirock Attack tank for $80, Mirock Hontai, Kurama Houshi and NottorijyakiContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Emerald Mountain Dragon” overseas sale…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Little Chop Design’s “Cheshire Cat” sofubi at Blackbook Toy…
Nigo over at Blackbook Toy is proud to reveal that he’s secured a limited supply of Little Chop Design‘s officially licensed Cheshire Cat sofubi! Taken from Disney’s classic interpretation of Lewis Carol’s Alice in Wonderland, the piece – originally released through the now defunct Span of Sunset over 10 years ago – has been sculptedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Little Chop Design’s “Cheshire Cat” sofubi at Blackbook Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Glow Sets” Galaxy People sofubi preorder…
Following a slew of requests from fans, Japan-based artist Brian Bunting has just unleashed all 6 Galaxy People figures in an unpainted glow-in-the-dark vinyl! Standing at around 4.5″ each and featuring inset dolls eyes and chest embellishments, the guys are currently available through a number of different purchasing options; the “Heroes” set, featuring Helios, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Glow Sets” Galaxy People sofubi preorder…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s Fake Spectreman #5 wax prototype revealed…
Having had success with the first 2 waves of Fake Spectreman releases mid-last year, Awesome Toy are proud to announce that a fifth variant will be heading into production next week! With the series based on pachi (bootleg) renditions of P Productions’ classic tokusatsu character Spectreman, this new version has been inspired by a little known BrazilianContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toy’s Fake Spectreman #5 wax prototype revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Ultimate Saikobi” sofubi from Max Toy Co…
Yep, yet more news from Max Toy Co today, as we bring word of a Medicom Toy exclusive run of their latest sofubi, Ultimate Saikobi! An upscaled version of the previously released Saikobi “Monster Boogie” mini, the Suzuki Works-designed figure has been sculpted by Pico Pico in his signature half-mecha style, coming in a little underContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Ultimate Saikobi” sofubi from Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Angel Abby exclusive “Kingyo Zaurus” sofubi from Yamomark…
Angel Abby have once again teamed up with Yamomark, this time around for an exclusive version of Kingyo Zaurus! Produced in a light pink soft vinyl and adorned with Hawaiian-style blue, black, yellow and silver sprays, the kaiju blowfish will be touching down in the Angel Abby store this coming Saturday, July 11th at midnight JapanContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Angel Abby exclusive “Kingyo Zaurus” sofubi from Yamomark…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red” Kaiju Axron sofubi from Max Toy Co…
Max Toy Co‘s Mark Nagata is proud to reveal that their Kaiju Axron sofubi has returned in a new “Red” colorway! Standing at around 10″ tall and featuring 4 points of articulation, the raging dino has been produced in a flesh tone soft vinyl this time around, coming complete with a mix of red, black,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red” Kaiju Axron sofubi from Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner’s “Not At Comic Con” sale announced…
Taking a break from the madness that is SDCC this year, legendary artist Skinner will instead be holding a huge online this week for his ever growing legion of fans! Set to feature a number of new prints and t-shirts, the “I’m not going to comic con” sale will also include not one, but twoContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner’s “Not At Comic Con” sale announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Clyde” Sackhead sofubi from Brandt Peters x MVH…
Teased here just a couple of days back, we can now bring you full release details for the SDCC ’15 exclusive “Clyde” Sackhead sofubi from Brandt Peters and Mutant Vinyl Hardcore! Designed by Brandt and sculpted by MVH’s Rich Montanari Jr, the new halloween-infused head fits perfectly on the standard DX body. Limited to just 2Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Clyde” Sackhead sofubi from Brandt Peters x MVH…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Baketan’s Mac II-inspired sofubi revealed in-full…
Originally teased here early last month, the as yet untitled vintage computer-style sofubi from Baketan has just been revealed in its first painted colorway! Heavily inspired by Apple’s iconic Macintosh II computer, the adorable slab of retro tech comes complete with vintage-style buttons, switches, cartridge slots and even – in a nod to previous BaketanContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Baketan’s Mac II-inspired sofubi revealed in-full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Hag-Ball” sofubi from Rampage Toys…
Briefly mentioned in our coverage of the “Clash of the Titans” show a couple of weeks back, we can now reveal that Rampage Toys‘ “Hag-Ball” sofubi will be making its debut at the upcoming Wonderfestival Summer ’15 show! Originally created for Skull Head Butt’s “X” figure, the Skeletor inspired piece – designed and sculpted byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wonderfestival exclusive “Hag-Ball” sofubi from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Gogamejira” re-release from Anraku Ansaku…
Celebrating 10 years since its first release, the elusive Anraku Ansaku are proud to reveal that their grail-like “Gogamejira” is set for re-release this month in not one, but two Medicom Toy exclusive coloways! Standing at a lofty 11″ tall and featuring 6 points of articulation, the beautifully realised beast has been produce in both blue andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Gogamejira” re-release from Anraku Ansaku…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Ugly Club “Round 2” from Rampage Toys…
With the first round of Ugly Club membership being snapped up almost instantly back in April, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has decided to offer up a few more slots to those that missed out! Featuring two different tiers of entry, Basic and Premium, both give access to exclusive UU sofubi releases, as well asContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Ugly Club “Round 2” from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Voodoo” Gnaw-X sofubi from Plaseebo…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo is proud to present the latest one-off custom based on his GNAW-X figure, “Voodoo” #6! Taken from Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt’s huge collaboration from last year, the 8″ beast features Plaseebo‘s Gnaw head sculpt on top of SHB’s standard “X” body. Jointly produced by Rampage Toys’ Jon Malmtsedt and Marmit, the softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Voodoo” Gnaw-X sofubi from Plaseebo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Metacrypt at SDCC ’15…
“Now is the time…when once a year we feeble things scurry out from under shade of tree and show our naked and frail selves to each other in San Diego. At Comicon. Metacrypt will be there to guide you into the cold, pale stench and send you on your way toting an unknown bevy of maliciouslyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Metacrypt at SDCC ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Skeletor” sofubi from Super7 x Gargamel…
“Imagine a world where the Japanese audiences caught wind of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. That could have ultimately branched out to even more toys and variations from the 80’s cartoon that we all grew up on. With the help of Gargamel, we now get to experience just that…” Arguably saving the biggestContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Skeletor” sofubi from Super7 x Gargamel…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Clear Smoke” Algangu x Nerdone play set overseas release…
Briefly mentioned during our coverage of the latest “Dissolution of Smoke: Wave 2 release, we can now reveal that the Algangu x Nerdone “Clear Smoke” play set is now finally available for overseas collectors! Featuring Algangu’s original Dissolution of Smoke figure alongside Nerdone‘s similarly scaled M.O.T.U.L.O.S castle, the pair have been cast in a sleekContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Clear Smoke” Algangu x Nerdone play set overseas release…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi from Radioactive Uppercut…
Originally teased here last week, we can now reveal full release details for Radioactive Uppercut‘s non-con exclusive “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi! Created especially for those unable to attend SDCC ’15 this week, the 5″ figure has been cast in flesh colored Japanese vinyl, painted in a deco scheme very reminiscent of a certain “man ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mock Man” 8-Ball sofubi from Radioactive Uppercut…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…
Briefly mentioned in our SDCC ’15 coverage last week, we can now finally reveal Grumble Toys‘ latest sofubi in-full… the adorable Manmorah! A collaboration with fellow sofubi producers Amapro, the super-chunky sculpt has been produced in a gorgeous teal colored soft vinyl for its debut release, coming with pastel and pearlescent sprays that match theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Grumble Toys x Amapro’s “Manmorah” sofubi revealed…”
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