MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi revealed in full…

Yep, yet more news from Rampage Toys this week, as owner Jon Malmstedt reveals yet another brand new figure that’ll be debuting at both Superfestival 66 and NYCC in just a few weeks time… the Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi! The first release in the ongoing “Giant Monster Animal Shop” series (previously announced here), the menacing 10.5″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage Kaibutsuya “Kesagake” sofubi revealed in full…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The KAIJUMONSTER NYCC line-up revealed in full…

Toy blog KAIJUMONSTER is set to return to NYCC with its own both for the second year running, revealing an absolutely staggering line-up that’s sure to leave even the most hardened of soft vinyl collectors drooling with anticipation! Featuring a massive line-up of over 30 artists from across sofubi, kaiju and resin including – Awesome Toy, Blobpus,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The KAIJUMONSTER NYCC line-up revealed in full…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Blurble x Evil Dave “Kid Toxic” sofubi micro-run…

Originally teased here a couple of weeks back, we can now give you guys the full lowdown on the first collaboration between artist Blurble and Evil Dave… the Kid Toxic custom micro-run! Designed by Blurble, digitally sculpted by iamscumbag and produced by Lulubell Toys in Japan using the finest soft vinyl, the 6″ tall figures have each beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Blurble x Evil Dave “Kid Toxic” sofubi micro-run…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Thunderstorm” NekoFukuro sofubi from Jeff Soto x BlackBook Toy…

Originally debuting at the DKE SDCC booth back in July, Jeff Soto‘s NekoFukuro sofubi returns for an all-new “Thunderstorm” colorway! Featuring an ingenious stackable design, the stunning 2-faced head sculpt stands at around 6″ tall- an impressive 18″ stack when displayed with the previous “Pink” and “Blue” editions. Produced by BlackBook Toy in pearl white soft withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Thunderstorm” NekoFukuro sofubi from Jeff Soto x BlackBook Toy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Pea-Shooter mobile sofubi micro revealed…

Following yesterday’s NYCC exclusive announcement, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just revealed yet another new figure destined for release at the con- the Pea-Shooter Mobile! Fully compatible with the Gachapon Goblin micros (primarily the pictured Crazy Unicorn!), the 1″ tall figure has been hand sculpted by Jon, coming complete with a lipped turret design that canContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Pea-Shooter mobile sofubi micro revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cadaver Balls “Skull” sofubi micro proto revealed…

Joe Merrill aka Splurrt has just revealed the latest sculpt in his upcoming Cadaver Balls micro series, the exposed brain Cadaver Skull! Coming in at around 1.5″ in diameter, the tiny capped sculpt will join the previously revealed Cadaver Kid Ball, featuring as part of a full figure release utilising a miniaturised CK body, as well as standContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s Cadaver Balls “Skull” sofubi micro proto revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata for the TAG’s 5th Anniversary Show…

Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares his contribution for Toy Art Gallery‘s upcoming 5th Anniversary Show, the “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata! One of many artists taking on the TAG-produced, BLObPUS x Paul Kaiju figure, the 9″ piece has been produced in a crystal clear soft vinyl, coming with both internal and external sprays and hand paintedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s “Toxic Candy” Vertebrata for the TAG’s 5th Anniversary Show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Zollmen’s Fancy Train sofubi preorder…

Zollmen have just revealed the latest figures to be released in the ongoing Fancy Toy series, the creepy-cute Fancy Train sofubi minis! Featuring a total of 3 different sets alongside the main engine/driver figure, each come complete with 2 miniaturised Fancy Toy characters and an unpainted, interlocking carriage to house them in. Priced at just 5,200yen ($49) forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Zollmen’s Fancy Train sofubi preorder…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC ’14 line-up announced…

Having teased an NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin right here last week, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just announced his line-up for the con in full! Teaming up with our very own Tru:Tek in a joint booth as part of the Tenacious Toys collective (booth #208), Jon will be offering up a number ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC ’14 line-up announced…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic Style” GID Ver. Pumpkin Head Boogie Man…

Lulubell Toys are proud to announce that they’ve secured a super-limited batch of Cure Toys‘ latest Pumpkin Head Boogie Man! Coming just in time for Halloween, this “Classic Style” GID version has been produced in a glow soft vinyl, coming complete with green, purple and orange sprays, head sack and removable pumpkin mask. Limited toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic Style” GID Ver. Pumpkin Head Boogie Man…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “Iron Clown” Roly Poly The Bomb sofubi from Kikkake Toy…

Debuting at Yamashiroya‘s Ueno Soft Expo this weekend, Kikkake Toy are proud to reveal that a limited batch of painted “Iron Clown” Roly Poly The Bomb figures will be up for grabs online later today (9/7)! Produced in a mix of black, blue/green and orange soft vinyl, the vintage Weeble-inspired figures come with either classic ball orContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “Iron Clown” Roly Poly The Bomb sofubi from Kikkake Toy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju x REALxHEAD’s JINXMAN returns…

Paul Kaiju is proud to announce that his highly sought after collaboration with REALxHEAD, the JINXMAN, will be returning for an online release this weekend! Produced in a black soft vinyl and treated to a mesmerising array of Paul’s classic neon pink, orange, metallic green and gold sprays, the 9″ tall figure comes complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju x REALxHEAD’s JINXMAN returns…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s “Ivory” Makori sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…

Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a fresh batch of Shimomoku‘s latest Kinokeshi sofubi mini, the haunting Makori! Standing at approximately 2.5″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the Uky Daydreamer-sculpted figure has been produced in a beautiful unpainted “Ivory” colored soft vinyl for this limited release. Currently available right here via preorder whilstContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s “Ivory” Makori sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Sparrow Sumo Wrestler sofubi from Kakeruri…

Shimomoku over at Jungle are proud to reveal that the latest artist to join their roster, Kakeruri, will be debuting with the Sparrow Sumo sofubi this weekend! Standing at just over 7.5″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the anthropomorphic wrestler has been produced in a flesh-toned soft vinyl for this first run, with greenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sparrow Sumo Wrestler sofubi from Kakeruri…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt test shots revealed…

Following our teaser posted here a few weeks back, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just unveiled new test shots for his upcoming collaboration with Skull Head Butt! Featuring 2 well known designs in the indie toy scene – Plaseebo‘s Gnaw and Triclops x The Disarticulators‘ Rotten Tomato – the pair have been reworked and producedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Skull Head Butt test shots revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Martin Ontiveros x Toy Art Gallery’s “Wizard Series” protos revealed…

Joining the seemingly never-ending flow of new soft vinyl figures that have been debuting at TAG over the past year or so, the gallery/retail space is proud to present yet another self-produced release nearing completion, the “Wizard Series” from Martin Ontiveros! One of many new amazing projects that are due from the artist/gallery pair-up in the near future, the littleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Martin Ontiveros x Toy Art Gallery’s “Wizard Series” protos revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake Toy’s Iron Monkey 2 sofubi revealed…

Having seen releases in numerous guises since its first release – most recently as part of the awesome Roly Poly The Bomb series – Kikkake Toy‘s signature creation, the Iron Monkey, is finally set to receive an official “sequel” soon! Once again drawing inspiration from classic vintage wind-up toys, the beautifully sculpted figure replaces theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake Toy’s Iron Monkey 2 sofubi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Lulubell Toys’ “First Prototype Ver.” Françios le Grande sofubi preorder…

The guys over at Lulubell Toys are very proud to present their latest original sofubi release, Françios le Grande! Sculpted by none other than Jetturre Handsome Taro, the hulking monstrosity stands at an impressive 15.75″ tall, lovingly produced by Lulubell in genuine soft vinyl over in Japan. Set to make it’s official debut at NYCC next month, the guysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Lulubell Toys’ “First Prototype Ver.” Françios le Grande sofubi preorder…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toys’ Super Robot FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” available now…

Originally teased here last month, Awesome Toys‘ FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” is now up for grabs! Standing at around 9″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the officially licensed Red Baron pachi (bootleg) has been produced in the same bright red sofubi as before, this time around coming with a rather more vivid choiceContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Awesome Toys’ Super Robot FAKE BARON “2nd Edition” available now…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin kaiju teased…

Teaming up with our very own Tru:Tek and The Disarticulators for NYCC this year, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just teased the first figure he’ll be bringing along to the joint booth next month… an all-new custom Yusei Majin! Whilst we’re still awaiting a full reveal, the figure – identified by it’s instantlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ NYCC exclusive Yusei Majin kaiju teased…”