Having delved into the world of DC Comics last month with the release of both Batman and Deadlock last month, Medicom Toy have returned to rival line – The Marvel Retro Sofubi Collection – for their latest round of comic-book inspired releases, taking on the mighty Hulk and Guardians of the Galaxy’s Rocket Racoon! Once again sculptedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Medicom Toy’s “Hulk” and “Rocket Racoon” for the Marvel Retro Sofubi Collection…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK ’15 mini roundup…
This past Saturday saw ToyCon UK touch down in London’s Bethnal Green for it’s third year of toy-based shenanigans, bringing with it a whole host of worldwide artists and retailers from across vinyl, resin, sofubi and even kaiju this time around. Whilst we could be found over at the Toy Shack booth for the majority ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ToyCon UK ’15 mini roundup…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Naminori Kaijin Oron “Clear Color” sofubi from Kenth Toy Works x SIX F…
Having made an appearance at Superfestival 68 over the weekend, Kenth Toy Works are proud to reveal that the latest version of their collaboration with SIX F – the “Clear Color” Naminori Kaijin Oron – is now available to overseas customers! Standing at a lofty 8.6″ tall with 10″ sharkboard accessory, the driftwood and coral infused surferContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Naminori Kaijin Oron “Clear Color” sofubi from Kenth Toy Works x SIX F…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Imperial Pro Wrestling” sofubi from Utsugiyo…
Elusive sofubi maker Utsugiyo have just unveiled their latest release, the “Imperial Pro Wrestling” set! Created in the style of sister company Ilu Ilu’s highly sought after “Dynamic Fight”, the “versus pack” features 2 different protagonists – Larry Blackhole and Bear the Ted – both sculpted in the classic sofubi wrestler aesthetic and coming completeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Imperial Pro Wrestling” sofubi from Utsugiyo…”
MAN-E-NEW// TerribleWhore’s “F***ing Four Fingers” sofubi overseas sale…
Having released to instant sellout success at Superfestival 68 over the weekend, the debut sofubi from TerribleWhore – the F***king Four Fingers – is now available to overseas collectors! Standing at an impressive 10.6″ tall and featuring 5 points of articulation, the Snegator Claw-inspired figure has been produced in a glossy black vinyl complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEW// TerribleWhore’s “F***ing Four Fingers” sofubi overseas sale…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “NWO Version” Hulk Hogan sofubi from Medicom Toy…
Nearing the end of yet another month in the world of toys can mean only one thing- a whole host of new Medicom Toy exclusives! Once again offering up way more than we could ever feature in one day, we’ll instead be giving you guys the lowdown on the best releases throughout the rest ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “NWO Version” Hulk Hogan sofubi from Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ “Elder Demons: Series 1” sofubi revealed…
Hot on the heels of the various keshi and resin releases we’ve seen over the past few months, we can now reveal that DeathCat Toys‘ Elder Demons: Series 1 have finally made the transition into sofubi! Designed by DeathCats’ Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the 2.5″ tall Bikkuriman/Ma-Ba-style split torso minis – Oni MiraContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ “Elder Demons: Series 1” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// RESTORE’s “Iron Meat” sofubi prototype revealed in full…
The guys over at RESTORE are proud to announce the arrival of their latest figure, the incredible “Iron Meat” SFB! Said to be the friend of the previously released “Neo Japan”, the lumbering cyborg has been sculpted by Abe Junnokai, standing at little over 8″, coming with 8 points of articulation and featuring what appearsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// RESTORE’s “Iron Meat” sofubi prototype revealed in full…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators’ “Oozeball” sofubi at ToyCon UK ’15…
With ToyCon UK ’15 open it’s doors tomorrow morning (4/25), we thought it was about time to give you guys a little recap on the various Oozeball sofubi our editor-in-chief Tru:Tek will have up for grabs at the event! Guesting at the Toy Shack booth between 11.30am – 1pm, here’s a quick rundown of what youContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators’ “Oozeball” sofubi at ToyCon UK ’15…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon UK exclusive “Kikaida Baron” one-off sofubi from Awesome Toy…
With the Fake Spectreman prototypes, “Kyorochan” Diatryma and Nude Baron customs already tucked firmly under their belt, the guys behind Awesome Toy are proud to present the final ToyCon UK exclusive they’ll have up for grabs this weekend… the Kikaida Baron one-off! Inspired by classic vintage pachi (bootleg) Kaikaida sofubi, the 9″ tall FAKE BARON has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ToyCon UK exclusive “Kikaida Baron” one-off sofubi from Awesome Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Turbopistola at the Nerd City C2E2 ’15 booth…
Joining the slew of artists announced yesterday as part of Nerd City‘s huge C2E2 booth this weekend, Daniel Smith aka Turbopistola has revealed a number of releases he’ll have up for grabs at the event. As well as a number of AP Cuddlehards, paintings and customs, Daniel will be bringing along a limited edition of 6 exclusive C2E2Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Turbopistola at the Nerd City C2E2 ’15 booth…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Batshit” Jeff sofubi micro-run from Gravy Toys…
Bwana Spoons over at Gravy Toys has just unleashed his latest Suns of Broadarr micro-run online, the “Batshit” mixed-part Jeffs! Featuring a mash-up of different parts from both Jeff and Lonny figures, these 5″ tall creations have been cast in a mix of glitter-infused clear orange, GID, rootbeer and clear parts, coming with additional sprays and handContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Batshit” Jeff sofubi micro-run from Gravy Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Eagle Eye Prime’s “Stardust: The Super Wizard” sofubi out now…
Originally teased here just last week, the debut figure from Eagle Eye Prime – Stardust: The Super Wizard – is now up for grabs! Based on legendary cartoonist Fletcher Hanks’ 1939 superhero of the same name, the stunning, vintage-styled figure has been meticulously sculpted in the artist’s bizarre, compelling style, coming it at around 8″ of articulated JapaneseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Eagle Eye Prime’s “Stardust: The Super Wizard” sofubi out now…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The F***ing Four Fingers sofubi from TerribleWhore…
First seen as finished clay prototype back in January, the debut sofubi from TerribleWhore – the F***ing Four Fingers – will finally be making its debut at Superfestival 68 this weekend! Heavily inspired by the iconic Sneagator Claw kinkeshi/M.U.S.C.L.E mini figure, the upscaled piece features near identical textures to the original, as well as a couple ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The F***ing Four Fingers sofubi from TerribleWhore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Toys x Devil Robots “Tofu-Tank” sofubi micros…
Originally teased in prototype form way back in February (check it here), the Tofu sofubi micro from Devil Robots and Rampage Toys has finally seen the light of day in vinyl- well, half of it anyway! Featuring the classic Tofu cube head, the first round of figures come complete with Rampage’s Gachapon Goblin Tank asContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Toys x Devil Robots “Tofu-Tank” sofubi micros…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab April lottery sales…
It’s quickly coming to the end of yet another month and predictably, we all know what that means… a fresh batch of lottery sales from Elegab! Picking up the pace a little from last month, a total of 4 different figures are up for grabs this time around – new natural disaster monster Tatumakira, coming inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab April lottery sales…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gacha Daimoai” sofubi micros from Gargamel x Misty Fog Toys…
Gargamel and Misty Fog Toys‘ Le Merde have teamed up for the release of their latest collaborative sofubi, the incredible Gacha Daimoai! Blending elements from both companies back catalog – namely Gargamel’s recent Scopedog figure and Misty Fog’s Moai finger puppets – the “mystery gacha” series features a number of different Easter Island-style sofubi micros thatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gacha Daimoai” sofubi micros from Gargamel x Misty Fog Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// STKL Toys’ “Uneasy Joe” sofubi at ToyCon UK…
Sam Barnes over at STKL Toys is proud to reveal that his debut sofubi, Uneasy Joe, will be making its debut at ToyCon UK this weekend! Standing at around 5″ tall and featuring articulation in the arms and head, the creepy little fella comes complete with 1 of 2 interchangeable head sculpts. Produced by VelocitronContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// STKL Toys’ “Uneasy Joe” sofubi at ToyCon UK…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink/Glow” Luftkaiser sofubi from Paul Kaiju x Toy Art Gallery…
Toy Art Gallery are proud to reveal that Paul Kaiju‘s “Luftkaiser” sofubi mini will be making a return this week in a jaw-dropping “Pink/Glow” colorway! Standing at around 4″ tall and featuring articulation in the waist and arms, the little guy has been produced in an unpainted light pink and classic GID marbled vinyl forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink/Glow” Luftkaiser sofubi from Paul Kaiju x Toy Art Gallery…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Superfestival 68 exclusive “Gorilla Tank” micro run from Rampage Toys x Nerdone…
Yep, yet more from Rampage Toys‘ Jon Malmstedt today, as we reveal yet another painted micro-run he’ll have up for grabs at Superfestival 68 later this week… the “Aqua Green” Nerdone Gorilla Tanks! Using the remaining 3 figures from the previous Wonderfestival release, the Nerdone tanks have been produced in a white soft vinyl, thisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Superfestival 68 exclusive “Gorilla Tank” micro run from Rampage Toys x Nerdone…”
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