Whilst Bandai’s Spiral Zone keshi still remains one of the most popular, albeit hard to find series for vintage mini figure collectors, most are in agreement that their was one vehicle that the series sorely lacked from the original action figure line, the Monoseed II (Rimfire)… Well, looking to boldly right the wrongs of the past, mega keshiContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Super Rare” SZ Monoseed ll (Rimfire) keshi from Eric Nilla x Brown Noize Productions…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Refreshment Toy’s “Tiny Cuppy” sculpt revealed…
Refreshment Toy unveiled their latest addition to their ever growing army of cupcake figures this weekend, the adorable Tiny Cuppy! A micro-sized version of the ever popular Cuppy character, we’re very interested to find out what medium the little guy is going to be produced in- soft vinyl would be the obvious choice, but we’ll definitelyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Refreshment Toy’s “Tiny Cuppy” sculpt revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The CobraKing H.U.S.T.L.E custom keshi from Monster Namahage x Disart ToyLabs…
Briefly mentioned in our recent Pyramid Head coverage, we can now finally reveal the latest custom keshi to come from Monster Namahage… the Cobraking! Meticulously kit-bashed and re-sculpted from a mix of classic mini figure designs, the little guy is currently undergoing production courtesy of our very own Tru:Tek over at the Disart ToyLabs, markingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The CobraKing H.U.S.T.L.E custom keshi from Monster Namahage x Disart ToyLabs…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Strange Kids Club x Disart ToyLabs SKC store exclusive “Strange Kid” Screwball revealed…
Revealed here as a finished digital sculpt just a couple of weeks back, we’re very proud to reveal that the first collaborative release between Strange Kids Club and the Disart ToyLabs, the “Strange Kid” Screwball, will finally be making its debut later this week! Based on an illustration by legendary toy designer James Groman‘s for SKC’s ongoing Circle Jerks stickerContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Strange Kids Club x Disart ToyLabs SKC store exclusive “Strange Kid” Screwball revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Hello Pike’s Kinnikuthulhu mini figure returns…
The stars have finally alined for the resurrection of Hello Pike‘s mystical beast, the Kinnikuthulhu! Kit-bashed and re-sculpted from M.U.S.C.L.E #187 “The Hawkman”, the 2″ mini figure originally made its debut at the beginning of last year, now returning courtesy of original caster Eric Nilla in a slew of common and special one-off colourways. Up for grabs alongsideContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Hello Pike’s Kinnikuthulhu mini figure returns…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New resin mini figures from Omiso Factory…
Taking a break from his wonderfully detailed resin action figures, Miso Mike over at the Omiso Factory has just revealed a pair of mini figures that should hopefully be up for grabs soon! Drawing inspiration from as far afield as Kinkeshi, Transformers, vintage kaiju and even MOTU, the super-chunky 2.5″ figures will presumably come in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New resin mini figures from Omiso Factory…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Scary Larry mini figure from EnJayPee x Disart ToyLabs coming soon…
Whilst we still can’t give you the full lowdown on the upcoming Scary Larry mini figure release just yet (be patient, it’s coming!), we’ve decided to share this awesome movie-poster teaser from designer/sculptor NolanJP which should hopefully whet your appetite! Currently in the final stages of production courtesy of our very own Tru:Tek at theContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The Scary Larry mini figure from EnJayPee x Disart ToyLabs coming soon…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Zombie Disuko Smasher bootleg mini figure set from Jack’s Attic…
It’s been a while since their debut toy, “Weekend at the Lake”, touched down last year, but Jack’s Attic are finally back with what has got to be one of the best custom bootleg releases we’ve seen all year… proudly presenting the Zombie Disuko Smasher mini figure set! Based on the super-obscure and extremely weird 1987 FamicomContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Zombie Disuko Smasher bootleg mini figure set from Jack’s Attic…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Dark Mind Toys exclusive Critter mini figures from The Disarticulators…
Teased earlier in the month, we are very proud to finally reveal full details of the first exclusive from newly established indie toy retailer Dark Mind Toys… a fresh batch of the Disarticulators‘ Critters-inspired mini figure! Designed and sculpted by Zectron and produced in a keshi-style rubber courtesy of Tru:Tek, the 1″ tall figures have been cast in a gorgeous thermal color-changingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Dark Mind Toys exclusive Critter mini figures from The Disarticulators…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sad… Broken… Alone…” S.U.C.K.L.E artist proofs from Luke Chueh…
Originally teased back in March, Luke Chueh‘s “Sad… Broken… Alone…” S.U.C.K.L.E artist proofs will finally be up for grabs soon! Originally created as 3.75″ bootleg for 2012′s Super Suck-Up show, the figure has since been miniaturised by George Gaspar for the Sucklord’s M.U.S.C.L.E inspired line, going on to be offered up as 1 of 5 extra “stretchContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sad… Broken… Alone…” S.U.C.K.L.E artist proofs from Luke Chueh…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Strange Kids Club x Disart ToyLabs “Strange Kid” Screwball…
Strange Kids Club and Disart ToyLabs pay tribute to a staple of 80s gross-out depravity with their first ever collaborative release, the Strange Kid Screwball! Inspired by legendary toy designer James Groman‘s illustration for SKC’s ongoing Circle Jerks sticker line, the stunning Madball-esque sculpt was originally undertaken by artist Jose David Cifuentes Ulloa as a fan project, quickly sparking the interest of SKC editor,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Strange Kids Club x Disart ToyLabs “Strange Kid” Screwball…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Tripodius keshi custom from Dubose Art…
Jonathan over at Dubose Art will soon be making a return to the bootleg scene with his latest custom keshi creation, the awesome Tripodius! A glorious mix of kit-bashed vintage M.U.S.C.L.E mini figures, the 3-armed feline gladiator features a reduced version of Jonathan’s originally sculpted Cat Fighter head, coming complete with a super-tiny bell attached aroundContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Tripodius keshi custom from Dubose Art…”
MAN-E-NEWS// May’s OTMFG release from October Toys…
October Toys are offering mini figure fans the chance to “Spring into Spring” with their latest OTMFG release dropping later this week! Seeing the return of the Matt Doughty/Lamour Supreme designed Zombie Pheyden in an eye-catching MIMP style purple, the 2″ undead Glyos will be joined by the second round of George Gaspar’s curious looking BroctalContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// May’s OTMFG release from October Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// NolanJP’s Harryhausen/GPK inspired Cyclops mini revealed…
Sticking with the Garbage Pail Kid theme today, NolanJP has revealed yet another awesome sculpt in the works inspired by the gross-out trading card series, the mighty Cyclops! Paying tribute to Ray Harryhausen’s iconic beast in 1958’s The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, the ingenious mash-up of monster and doll is already coming together nicely- with just the ice creamContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// NolanJP’s Harryhausen/GPK inspired Cyclops mini revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Neon Orange and Green “Pyramid Head” APs from Leviathan…
Originally making its debut early last year, Leviathan‘s awesome Silent Hill inspired M.U.S.C.L.E custom, Pyramid Head, has returned for a limited artist proof run! Based on the cult videogame/film’s reoccurring monster of the same name, the figure has been ingeniously kit-bashed using M.U.S.C.L.E’s 104 and 107, coming with an additional stitched leather apron and sword sculpted in epoxy.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Neon Orange and Green “Pyramid Head” APs from Leviathan…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Scary Larry mini figure from NolanJP…
Originally teased back in February, NolanJP‘s follow up to last years breath-taking Split Kit custom mini figure is finally about to head into production! Now going by the name of Scary Larry, the beautifully sculpted piece draws inspiration from the work of legendary GPK artist John Pound (primarily his early Eerie Eric sketches), capturing hisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Scary Larry mini figure from NolanJP…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Muscle/Mask mini figures from Healeymade…
Teased way back in March, Healeymade has just revealed that the latest additions to the ongoing Muscle/Mask saga will be touching down later this week! Featuring 2 new creations, the pair have been meticulously kit-bashed from a variety of undisclosed vintage M.U.S.C.L.E and M.A.S.K figures (we won’t ruin it by telling you guys this time!),Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Muscle/Mask mini figures from Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Gargamel “CastFigure” resin mini sets…
Originally debuting at Superfestival last weekend, Gargamel have just revealed that their latest batch of keshi-style mini figures will be touching down in the Mitari store at 9pm Japan time today! Featuring 5 designs from the first 2 rounds alongside 5 all-new sculpts (including a rather awesome SS helmeted Zag!), the 2″ kinkeshi inspired figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Gargamel “CastFigure” resin mini sets…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Bigmantoys’ Street Trash inspired “Toilet Guy” mini figure…
Yet another Disarticulator-tinged post today, as we bring you the latest release from Lee over at Bigmantoys… the “Street Trash” Toilet Guy! A loving tribute to the classic 1987 gross-out flick of the same name, the Monster in My Pocket style figure depicts one of the film’s many unfortunate “Viper” victims (a deadly liquid thatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bigmantoys’ Street Trash inspired “Toilet Guy” mini figure…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Dark Mind Toy exclusive color changing Critters from The Disarticulators…
Celebrating the launch of new online indie toy retailer Dark Mind Toys (URL to come!), owner Tim MacBride aka Zombiethulhu is proud to present the first exclusive that’ll be touching down soon… a fresh batch of the Disarticulators‘ Critter mini figure! Designed and sculpted by Zectron and produced in a keshi-style rubber courtesy of Tru:Tek, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Dark Mind Toy exclusive color changing Critters from The Disarticulators…”
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