Spurred on by the success of both Rhino and Scorpion’s numerous releases since their debut back in November 2014, Jon Karris and Glen White over at Little Rubber Guys are proud to announce the return of their mini action figure line Rise of the Beasts for a second series! Tripling the initial line-up with 4Continue reading “LRG’s Rise of the Beasts “Series 2” Kickstarter…”
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The “Blue Frost” and “Blood Drop” Koblin resin kaiju from AColorfulMonster…
It’s been nearly a year since we first set eyes on the “Koblin” resin kaiju from Acolorfulmonster, so it came with great pleasure this morning to find that the figure has finally returned in the form of 2 one-off colorways! Inspired by mythical Japanese beast the Kappa, the beautifully sculpted, multi-mouthed piece stands at around 5.5″ tall, coming withContinue reading “The “Blue Frost” and “Blood Drop” Koblin resin kaiju from AColorfulMonster…”
Oriha Kat’s “Pizza Face” Killer Ball…
Japan-based toy artist Oriha Kat has just revealed a follow-up to his first Killer Ball release “Da Ma Fukuwarain”, proudly presenting the super-gross “Pizza Face”! Once again inspired by cult 80’s toy line Madballs, the suitably “loose” looking sculpt measures in at an authentic 3″ wide (around the same size as a softball), coming hand castContinue reading “Oriha Kat’s “Pizza Face” Killer Ball…”
Shamrock Arrow’s “Eroimu Essaimu” keshi prototype revealed…
Shamrock Arrow have revealed that they’ll be unleashing yet another licensed toy soon, this time taking on anime “Eroimu Essaimu, Eroimu Essaimu” (エロイム エッサイム エロイム) in keshi-form! Whilst we won’t pretend to know too much about the cartoon apart from it’s roots in spells and magic, it’s hard to deny that the sculpt pictured above willContinue reading “Shamrock Arrow’s “Eroimu Essaimu” keshi prototype revealed…”
Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…
Established sofubi producer Dune have revealed that they’ve secured the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles license for a whole line of merch for 2016, including a range of full-size sofubi! Pictured above during their unveiling at Superfestival 70 last weekend (courtesy of toy blogger Sofubi Michi), it would appear that the quartet – based on the 1989Continue reading “Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…”
Electric Monarchy’s “Bukkake” keshi sculpt teased…
With our very own Tru:Tek confirmed as producer for Electric Monarchy‘s debut keshi “Bukkake”, we’ll be keeping you regularly updated on the little guys’ progress- starting with the first WIP image of the sculpt you see above! Taking its name from a sex act we’ll once again refrain from describing here, the gloopy, gross-out mini figureContinue reading “Electric Monarchy’s “Bukkake” keshi sculpt teased…”
The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…
Debuting at Superfestival 70 over the weekend, the “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Kotobuki Man‘s Uncut/Terror Treehouse will be up for grabs online tomorrow! Inspired by cult horror flick Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger, the Bikkuriman-style keshi appears to be the same size as the previously released figures, coming in at a super-chunky 2.5″ tall. Produced inContinue reading “The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…”
The “Librarian” Secret Chief keshi from DRWG Co…
The guys behind DRWG Co are proud to reveal that the second figure in their ongoing “Secret Chiefs” keshi series, the “Librarian”, will finally be up for grabs next week! First seen in companion publication “Secret Chiefs Zine: Vol. 1″, the beautifully realised Bikkuriman-style figure has been sculpted in-scale with the original “Slave” figure, coming in at aContinue reading “The “Librarian” Secret Chief keshi from DRWG Co…”
The return of Scumbags & Superstars’ “Slimey Siamese Stevey” Slimeballs…
Having previously only seen 2 extremely limited releases, the first figure from apparel brand Scumbags and Superstars‘ Slimeball series – “Slimey Siamese Stevey” – has made a welcome return in their store this week! Based on an original character design from longtime S&S collaborator Sexual Youkai, the suitably gross-looking ball had been hand sculpted by artist Chris Grondin atContinue reading “The return of Scumbags & Superstars’ “Slimey Siamese Stevey” Slimeballs…”
Electric Monarchy’s “Bukkake” keshi figure teased…
Having already previewed “King Stereo” earlier in the week, the guys behind up and coming toy brand Electric Monarchy – artists Fint and Ralph Niese – have just unveiled concept images for yet another new figure they’ll have up for grabs later this year, the wonderfully disgusting “Bukkake” keshi! Taking its name from a sexContinue reading “Electric Monarchy’s “Bukkake” keshi figure teased…”
The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…
Wasting no time since the release of Crystal 13 just a couple of months back, Kotobuki Man over at Uncut/Terror Treehouse is proud to present the latest figure in his Splatter Retsuden keshi series… Dream Master Nightmare Kun! Inspired by cult horror flick Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger, the Bikkuriman-style keshi appears to be theContinue reading “The “Dream Master Nightmare Kun” keshi from Uncut…”
Gravy Toys’ 2016 Skulls And Rainbows Society Club
Bwana Spoons over at Gravy Toys is proud to reveal that the Skulls And Rainbows Society club is now open for 2016 membership! Giving collectors an exclusive insight into new releases, insider news and of course, first dibs on new Gravy Toys releases, the $50 entry fee will also grant collectors a fancy new S&RBS t-shirt,Continue reading “Gravy Toys’ 2016 Skulls And Rainbows Society Club”
The new “Fancy Fluffy” keshi prototype from Mokos…
Japanese artist Chihiro Takigawa over at Mokos is proud to reveal that his “Fancy Fluffy” keshi series is set to return with an all-new figure soon! Whilst little is known about the release at present, it would appear that the sculpt will be substantially larger than previous releases, featuring a hilarious “pumped-up” sheep design reminiscent ofContinue reading “The new “Fancy Fluffy” keshi prototype from Mokos…”
WELCOME TO SOFOTOY HOBBY!
A massive thanks to everyone for your patience during the transition from Man-E-Toys to SoftoyHobby this week, we’ll be finally up and running full steam again over the next few days! Along with a few minor visual/navigational improvements including the return of the “featured” slideshow, category/store buttons and a sleek new gallery for multi-image posts,Continue reading “WELCOME TO SOFOTOY HOBBY!”
The MAN-E-TOYS/SoftoyHobby changeover…
First off, we’d like to offer a massive apology for our lack of coverage over the past few days! Whilst we have indeed been enjoying the holiday’s festivities, we’ve also been hard at work on some big changes for the Man-E-Toys blog, most importantly, it’s switchover to SoftoyHobby that’ll be happening later this week… OriginallyContinue reading “The MAN-E-TOYS/SoftoyHobby changeover…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The new Ooze-It inspired keshi from Kuidaore…
As if last week’s reveal of Buddismo wasn’t enough, the team behind Kuidaore Toy are proud to reveal yet another new keshi they’ll have up for grabs soon… the as-yet-untitled ooze guy you see above! Heavily inspired by one of our favourite toys of all time – the Ooze-It doll – we’re assuming he’ll be cast upContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new Ooze-It inspired keshi from Kuidaore…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Christmas” FrankenCorpse keshi from Radioactive Uppercut…
“Forget about Santa Claus and Krampus, tis the season of the FrankenCorpse!” John Santagada over at Radioactive Uppercut is proud to reveal that his “FrankenCorpse” Finks, Freaks and Spazzes keshi is set to return next week in a special Holiday-themed “Peppermint” colorway! Designed by Santagada and sculpted by Turtle Milk Studios, the oversized mini standsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Christmas” FrankenCorpse keshi from Radioactive Uppercut…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Buddismo” keshi from Kuidaore Toy x Moqume…
Having garnered a huge amount of attention over their debut keshi Mr Rucksack, the guys over at Kuidaore Toy are proud to introduce their second figure, the awesome Buddismo! A collaboration with vintage toy collector Moqume, the buddhist wrestler has once again been sculpted in a similar style to the classic kinkeshi, standing in scaleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Buddismo” keshi from Kuidaore Toy x Moqume…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Time Traveller Awakens” resin figure from UASJ…
“His family murdered by kaiju, the Time Traveller awakens to exact his revenge on the king of all strange monsters… the dreaded Kohai!” It’s been almost 2 years since the debut of UnaffiliatedSJ‘s awesome Time Traveller resin figure, so what better way to celebrate than with the release of the kaiju killer’s first ever paintedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Time Traveller Awakens” resin figure from UASJ…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red” Garuma resin figure from Gorgoloid…
Originally teased just a few days back, the “Garuma” resin figure from Gorgoloid will be up for grabs later this week! An ingenious mix of Ultra Q kaiju “Garamon” and a lucky Dharma doll, the stunning piece – inspired by the traditional Japanese toy paintings of Kyosen Kawasaki – has been hand sculpted by the artist at around 2.75″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red” Garuma resin figure from Gorgoloid…”
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