Aside from limited releases through both Toy Art Gallery and DeathCat Toys, it’s proven extremely difficult to track down Kto Kto‘s Kaibutsu Series here in the West since its release last year… well not anymore dear monster lovers, as the artist is proud to announce his first overseas sale! Inspired by a mix of both classic monsterContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Kto Kto’s “Unpainted Grey” Kaibutsu Series overseas sale…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic” Zombo action figure from Retroband x Unbox Industries x 2000AD…
Originally debuting as an unpainted GID proto as part of Free Comic Book Day last month, the official, 2000ad licensed “Zombo” figure from Retroband and Unbox Industries will finally see it’s first online release in an OG “Classic” colorway this weekend! Based on the human-zombie hybrid originally created by Al Ewing and Henry Flint, the character – a star ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Classic” Zombo action figure from Retroband x Unbox Industries x 2000AD…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Tokyo exclusive “Kanda Kaiju” from Siccaluna Koubo…
The guys over at esteemed art toy retailer Toy Tokyo are proud to reveal that they’ve secured an exclusive colorway of the latest figure from Siccaluna Koubo, the stunning Kanda Kaiju! Standing at around 10″ tall, the lumbering, stacked head beast appears to have been produced in a red soft vinyl for this release, comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Tokyo exclusive “Kanda Kaiju” from Siccaluna Koubo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju at Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” group show…
As promised in our earlier announcement, we will be revealing a number of works that’ll be featuring in the huge “Clash of the Titans” show at Rampage Studios next week, the first batch coming in the form of this trifecta of one-off customs from Paul Kaiju! Featuring a gorgeous spotted “Callico Radon” Pollen Kaiser andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju at Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Two Face Todd” Trouballz sofubi from Bad Attic…
Originally teased as a near-finished wax proto just a few weeks back, the “Two Face Todd” sofubi from Bad Attic Toys has just been revealed in-full! The first to feature in the ongoing Madball-inspired “Trouballz” line, the gruesome ball comes in at an authentically scaled 3″ wide, featuring a two faced, gross-out design complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Two Face Todd” Trouballz sofubi from Bad Attic…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sunobite” Strange Monsters keshi from Tru:Tek x Unbox Industries…
Originally teased in prototype form back in December of last year, the “Sunobite” mini figure from our very own Tru:Tek will finally be available soon! Created as part of Unbox Industries‘ new “Strange Monsters” line, the nightmarish mix of both rikishi (sumo) and Hellraiser’s most fearsome Cenobite – the Chatterer – was designed by Tru:Tek andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sunobite” Strange Monsters keshi from Tru:Tek x Unbox Industries…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Online Exclusive” Astro Unkotsu sofubi from Goccodo…
Seeing numerous exclusive releases since it’s debut last year, the highly sought after Astro Unkotsu sofubi from Goccodo is set to receive it’s first online release soon! Whilst the above pic is all we have to go on at present, we can at least confirm that the head has been cast in a blue softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Online Exclusive” Astro Unkotsu sofubi from Goccodo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Vinyl Pulse’s 10th Anniversary Exclusive Astronaut from Itokin Park…
As one of the very first sites to start covering the then new designer toy scene, the guys over at the industry leading blog Vinyl Pulse have decided to celebrate their tenth year in the game with a very special release… an exclusive version of Itokin Park‘s Astronaut sofubi! VP’s Jack Muramatsu kindly explains aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Vinyl Pulse’s 10th Anniversary Exclusive Astronaut from Itokin Park…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The GID King Negora w/Glitter Guts from BLObPUS x Max Toy Co…
BLObPUS has teamed up with none other than Max Toy Co for his latest one-off custom release, proudly presenting the GID King Negora with Glitter Guts! Produced in BLObPUS’ signature glow soft vinyl, the 9″ tall beast has been treated to a swathe of neon pastel sprays with black and pink spot detailing, coming completeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The GID King Negora w/Glitter Guts from BLObPUS x Max Toy Co…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” sofubi show announced…
Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys is proud to announce arguably the biggest show in sofubi this year… Rampage Studios’ one-day-only “Clash of the Titans” mega event! Featuring works from some of the biggest artists in contemporary kaiju and sofubi, including Paul Kaiju, MVH, Splurrt, Leo Sofvi Bouya, Izumonster, GEEK! and of course Jon himself,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” sofubi show announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The super-limited blank “Purple” and “White” Oozeball sofubi from The Disarticulators…
As if the previously announced “Galactic Teleportation” Oozeball sale wasn’t enough, The Disarticulators are proud to reveal that they’ll also have a small supply of the figure in blank purple and white up for grabs too! Designed by Tru:Tek and sculpted by Zectron, the ball has once again been produced in a super squishy vinylContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The super-limited blank “Purple” and “White” Oozeball sofubi from The Disarticulators…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red/Grey” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi from DeathCat Toys…
Debuting at Superfestival 68 a few weeks back, DeathCat Toys‘ Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi will finally be available online later today (6/12)! Designed by DeathCats’ Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the 2.5″ tall Bikkuriman/Ma-Ba-style split torso minis – Oni Mira and the Red Pharoah – have been produced by none other than Luke Rook of Lulubell Toys,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red/Grey” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi from DeathCat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya at Toy Art Gallery’s “Abnormable” group show…
Toy Art Gallery are proud to announce that their latest group show, the rather aptly titled “Abnormable”, will be opening it’s doors this coming Saturday, June 13th! Showcasing works from unlikely trio Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya, the show will play host to a number of original one-off custom toys – including the pictured BrokenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt, Kagemaru and Leo Sofvi Bouya at Toy Art Gallery’s “Abnormable” group show…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gobo King” raffle from Paul Kaiju…
Yep, yet more news from Paul Kaiju today, as the sofubi heavyweight proudly announces the first online sale for his latest slice of soft vinyl perfection, the Gobo King! Standing at a lofty 12″ tall and featuring 7 points of articulation plus a removable helmet, this first edition has been produced in a black softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gobo King” raffle from Paul Kaiju…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Algangu’s “Dissolution of Smoke: Vol. 2″ sofubi minis…
Originally teased here a few weeks back, the second wave of “Dissolution of Smoke” sofubi from Algangu will finally see their debut release this week! Featuring a total of 3 all-new designs inspired by traditional yokai and 1970’s candy shop playing cards, the figures – a gourd holding monk, a castle and a cycloptic hat –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Algangu’s “Dissolution of Smoke: Vol. 2″ sofubi minis…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Camo” Domino Jack micro-run from Mechavirus x Paul Kaiju…
Todd Robertson aka Mechavirus has just revealed that he’ll be taking on Paul Kaiju‘s Domino Jack sofubi for a special “Camo” micro-run! Limited to an edition of just 3, the space cowboy cyborgs have each been treated to unique camo-style sprays and a number of Todd’s signature “mecha” enhancements. Due to touch down in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Camo” Domino Jack micro-run from Mechavirus x Paul Kaiju…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators x Rampage Toys’ “Galactic Teleportation: Wave 2” Oozeball sofubi…
Originally debuting at Superfestival 68 back in April, the second wave of “Galactic Teleportation” Oozeballs from The Disarticulators and Rampage Toys will finally be up for grabs later this week! Produced in a squishy clear matt soft vinyl, the Tru:Tek-designed, Zectron-sculpted “squeaky toy” has been treated to a mesmerising mix of pink and gold sprays with neon green detailing courtesy of Rampage, coming completeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators x Rampage Toys’ “Galactic Teleportation: Wave 2” Oozeball sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Wazuri’s “Gekkou” Elephant sofubi at Convict…
Finally bowing to the request of international collectors, the guys over at Convict are proud to announce that the Wazuri’s “Gekkou” (Moonlight) Elephant sofubi will be available worldwide later this week! Standing at around 6″ tall, the beautifully realised 2-part piece has been produced in a glow-in-the-dark soft vinyl this time around, coming complete with minimal red detailingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Wazuri’s “Gekkou” Elephant sofubi at Convict…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive “Black Nemesis” Tengu Lantern from Yamomark…
Hot on the heals of the previously posted “Black Criminal” Chinpira, Satoru Doki over at Yamomark will be teaming up with Medicom Toy for yet another exclusive release next month, the “Black Nemesis” Tengu Lantern! Marking the second colorway for the “Slayer of Vanity”, the 6″ tall figure has been produced in what appears to be a flesh toneContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive “Black Nemesis” Tengu Lantern from Yamomark…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Baketan’s vintage computer-inspired sofubi revealed…
Not ones to rest on their laurels, the guys behind Baketan are proud to reveal images of yet another figure to hit the wax, an untitled piece inspired by both Nintendo’s OG Gameboy and the Apple Macintosh II! Whilst details are still thin on the ground at present, it would appear that the slab of retroContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Baketan’s vintage computer-inspired sofubi revealed…”
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