Ko-Re Ko-Re at ToyCon UK ’16…

Joining the previously posted Dual Bat, the guys over at Ko-Re Ko-Re are proud to announce a number of other must-have exclusives they’ll have up for grabs at ToyCon UK this weekend! So far, we have (from top left – bottom right); a new Astro Unkotsu from Goccodo, 3 versions of T9G’s Monkey King, hand painted Fortune Negoras from Konatsuya, “Fungus Boxer” and “Cosmic Prince” Mr REEs from Paul Kaiju, an “Attack on Titan” Cafaver Twin from Awesome Toy x Splurrt, plus a round of Ichi minis from 0313; all of which will be available alongside a whole host of other figures come opening time this Saturday, April 9th… Keep a close eye on the Ko-Re Ko-Re Instagram feed right here for more reveals throughout the week!

The Soft Vinyl Garden group show…

Toy collector-come-curator Jack Shaw is proud to announce that his first ever Soft Vinyl Garden group show will be touching down at the Rooftop Bar and Cinema in Melbourne, Australia this evening! Featuring a whole slew of the soft vinyl toy scene’s most prominent players, highlights include a pair of one-off GID DC13’s from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore, a pre-release version of Leeeee Toy’s EARTHLY, a Dark Knight “Joker” Mimi Monster from TAN, plus a one-off Oozeball and Warui Zonbi set from our very own Tru:Tek. Opening to view throughout the day, those looking to pick something up will need to make sure they arrive at 7.30pm for the start of sales… Look out for pics from the event later this week!

DeathCat Toys’ new Elder Demons revealed…

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Whilst we still rather impatiently wait for the release of Elder Demons Series 2 and 3, creator Johan Ulrich of DeathCat Toys has unveiled 2 more sculpts that are set to join the ever increasing line-up! Whilst we just have the above images to go on at present, the Johan-designed and KtoKto-sculpted figures follow a similar aesthetic to the previous figures, standing at around 2.5″ tall and featuring a Bukkuriman/Ma-Ba Zombies split torso, finger puppet style design. Due to be produced in sofubi later this year, be sure to keep a close eye here for first word on the little guys’ debut…

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Grody Shogun x Boon Velvet’s She Headless Horse sofubi…

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Sofubi producer Luke Rook aka Grody Shogun has just unveiled a new collaborative project he’s been working on with artist Boon Velvet, the stunning She Headless Horse! A huge sidestep from Grody’s usual output of misfit monsters, this beautiful piece – featuring a female bust cast inside a clear horse head – is said to be the first in an ongoing series entitled Yokai Americana. Whilst further information is still forthcoming at present, we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for a debut release through the Lulubell Toys store soon…

Chokehazrd’s “Black” and “White” Noxious sofubi…

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Following a lengthy production period since it’s successful Kickstarter campaign way back in June of last year, the first figure in UK-based artist Chokehazrd‘s BIO-HAZRD line – Noxious – is now finally available to the general public! Said to be born out of the chemical and biological disasters polluting our planet, the beautifully sculpted bio-kaiju stands at around 6.5″ tall, coming with a whopping 6 points of articulation and a removable eye that can be swapped between toys. Produced in a choice selection of unpainted white and black sofubi for this release – each coming with a fitted glass eye – the limited run of just 10 figures have been priced at $80 each plus shipping… Interested in picking one up? Then be sure to hit Chokehazrd up at chokehazrd@gmail.com with your name, address, PayPal and color choice ASAP!

NOTE// Noxious has in fact sold out since the time of writing. Those who missed out still may have a chance of bagging one soon still as we’re told the first painted versions will be making their way to ToyCon next week… More info on those very soon!

Secret Base’s “Ultimate” Dr Mortality sofubi…

Secret Base are proud to announce the return of their Dr Mortality sofubi in an all-new “Ultimate” colorway! Coming cast in what appears to be a marbled/double pour clear, black and white vinyl this time around, the stunning piece – designed by famed tattooist Chris Trevino – has been treated to minimal silver and black have painted detaining. Priced at 11,500yen plus shipping, “Ultimate” Dr Mortality can currently be found in the SB store here…

Hariken’s “Green 5” ARE sofubi minis…

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Japanese artist Hariken over at Mad Panda Factory is proud to reveal that his アレの見守りソフビ人形 (more simply known as “ARE”) figure has made a return in an all-new “Green” colorway! Standing at around 2.5″ tall and featuring articulation in the neck, the little fellow – designed by Hariken and sculpted by TTToy – has been produced in a bright green soft vinyl this time around, coming complete with a choice of 5 different finishes. Packed in authentic food-style trays, the quintet can currently be found in the Mad Panda Factory store right here for just 1,620yen ($13) each plus shipping…

Topheroy x Aesome Toy’s Mini Fake Baron custom sets…

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Hot on the heels of their recent Bakurah release, Topheroy and Awesome Toy have once again joined forces- this time for a round of custom Mini Fake Baron sets! Featuring all 4 variations from the original release – a standard mini, pendant-style mini, chibi and finger puppet – each have been treated to Toph’s signature faded rainbow Monster Kolor sprays with silver and black detailing. Limited to a run of just 6 sets, expect these in the Customantics store over the next couple of days… Keep a close eye on Toph’s IG feed here for word on the drop!

Baketan’s “Strawberry Milk” Large Nenne sofubi…

Fresh from 1Gou’s instant sell out success last week (sorry guys, it went too quick for us to post!), Cherri Polly of sofubi duo Baketan is proud to reveal yet another online debut this week, the “Strawberry Milk” Large Nenne! A perfectly upscaled version of the hugely popular feline, this new interpretation stands at an impressive 6″ tall, featuring articulation in the arms, neck and tail. Produced in a gorgeous clear pink vinyl for her first outing, this “Strawberry Milk” version comes with a mix of white, brown, gold and hot pink sprays. Priced at $120 plus shipping, Large Nenne will be available from the Baketan store right here at 11am Japan time this coming Monday, April 4th…

Awesome Toy’s Mulan sofubi…

Originally teased here just last week, Awesome Toy‘s sleek new femme ‘bot “Mulan” has finally been revealed in-full! Inspired by Xilien agent Miss Namikawa from 1965 Toho Godzilla film “Invasion of the Astro Monster”, the beautifully realised piece comes in-scale with the original Fake Baron at 10″ tall, featuring 5 points of articulation plus a neat design feature we simply had to share- fully removable rocket boobs! Currently on sale for $100 via invitation only, all you have to do to receive that elusive e-mail is head over to the Toy Underground store right here and pick up a Fake Baron keshi before close on Sunday, April 3rd… Here’s hoping we see more of Mulan soon!

Comet Debris’ ToyCon UK ’16 exclusive Ace Robo…

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Having had sellout success at ToyCon over the past couple of years, Koji Harmon of Comet Debris has revealed that he’ll once again be returning to the UK’s premier toy event this month with a shedload of new exclusives! Kicking things off with a bang, the first figure to be revealed comes in the form of the gorgeous Robo Ace you see above… Standing at around 7″ tall, the 4-part, vintage style ‘bot has been produced in a mesmerising glitter-infused blue soft vinyl this time around, complete with masked black, white, red and silver sprays. Priced at just £40, the limited edition piece will be up for grabs alongside a number of other soon-to-be-revealed figures at the Comet Debris booth (#41) on Saturday, April 9th… Look out for more reveals soon!

TAG x Kenth Toy Works’ “Baby Blue” Crossbone Zombie…

Continuing their recent barrage of unpainted releases, Toy Art Gallery are proud to present the return of Kenth Toy Works‘ Crossbone Zombie this week in an all-new colorway! Meticulously sculpted by Kenth and produced by TAG, the hulking figure stands at around 10″ tall, coming with articulation in the head, arms and waist. Produced in a gorgeous blank “Baby Blue” soft vinyl this time around, Crossbone will be up for grabs via e-mail lottery starting today (4/1) from 12pm Pacific, coming in at a very reasonable $85 plus shipping. All you have to do to be in with a chance of bagging the figure is fire over a mail to sales@toyartgallery.com with “Crossbone Zombie Lottery” in the subject header, being sure to include your PayPal and shipping addresses. Open until 12pm Pacific on Monday, April 4th, winners of the lottery will be notified 24 hours after close…

The Convict exclusive “Keshi Gomu Blue” Childhood Ashuraman sofubi…

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Japanese lifestyle brand Convict are proud to offer up a second exclusive to overseas customers this week, the “Keshi Gomu Blue” Childhood Ashuraman! The second figure to be released in Five Star Toy’s new chibi line of official Kinnikuman figures, the iconic 6-armed wrestler has been produced in a bright blue vinyl reminiscent of the classic kinkeshi blue colorway. Currently up for grabs via lottery for just $65 plus shipping, interested parties can enter by e-mailing Convict at info@convict.jp with their name, Instagram name, country, shipping address, phone number, PayPal address and the name of the product (NSC-CH ASHURAMAN CHILDHOOD KESHIGOMU-BLUE VER) before close on Saturday, April 2nd… Good luck to all who enter!

Geek Life’s “Power Drift” Sega Keshi Series mini figure…

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Originally teased here just a couple of weeks back, the first figure in Geek Life’s Sega Keshi Series is now up for grabs! Based on the lead protagonist from seminal cart racer Power Drift, the little guy has been faithfully recreated in the classic keshi look, coming in at a slightly oversized 2.5″ tall. Currently available as part of a set with either a white or grey Power Drift shirt, each comes packed in a randomly assorted color (from a selection of 9!) for just 6,264yen plus shipping. Interested parties can currently find them in the Yamakichi store via preorder until April 30th… Here’s hoping we see the next figure in the series soon!

Skinner’s “Red Rage Fallout” Ogos and “GID” Cthulhu sofubi…

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The mighty Skinner has just revealed not one, but two new toy releases he’ll have up for grabs online tomorrow! First up, we have the return of the club wielding Ogos in an all-new “Red Rage Fallout” colorway. Standing at a monstrous 13″ tall and featuring articulation in the waist, arms and head, the cycloptic, Harryhausen-esque beast has been produced in a deep red soft vinyl complete with blue/black/gold sprays and dry brushed detailing. Limited to 10, these have been priced at just $200 each…

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Next, we have Skinner’s latest collaboration with sofubi producer Velocitron, the GID Cthulhu!  Coming in at around 9″ tall, the sitting Lovecraftian beast has been cast in a glow soft vinyl with neon green and orange sprays over a detail hugging black wash. Also limited to 10, these will be joining Ogos in the Critical Hit store this Friday, April 1st at Noon Pacific for just $80…

Max Toy Co’s Tiger Boss sofubi…

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Originally debuting at Tokyo’s Dai Kaiju Salon way back in January, sofubi producer Max Toy Co‘s latest figure, the “Tiger Boss”, will finally see its first worldwide release later this week! Conceived by Mark Nagata, designed by Javier Jimenez and sculpted by Max Toy newcomer Cristina Ravenna, the unlikely feline salary man stands at around 3.5″ tall, coming with one point of articulation in the neck. Releasing in the pictured yellow, pink and black sprays over white vinyl, Max Toy Members will get first dibs, with any leftovers hitting the MT store this Friday, April 1st for around $35 each…

Gravy Toys x Tim Biskup’s GID Birth of Prenute sofubi…

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Gravy Toys have teamed up with Tim Biskup for the artist’s first toy release in years (plus the first ever non-Bwana Gravy Toys release), the adorable Birth of Prenute! Designed and sculpted by Biskup, the little guy stands at around 4″ tall, featuring a simple 2-part design with articulation in the neck. Currently up for grabs via preorder in an unpainted glow-in-the-dark soft vinyl right here for just $30 each plus shipping… Here’s hoping we see painted versions follow soon!

Super7’s new Clear Honoo and Drunk Seijin sofubi…

Super7 are proud to announce that they’ll have 2 new figures up for grabs this week! First up, we have an all-new “Clear” version of Leecifer’s Honoo. Produced in a crystal soft vinyl, the little guy has been treated silver and black free sprays, coming complete with metallic real and blue detailing. Next, we have the return of a personal favourite here at Softoy Hobby, KaToPe’s Drunk Seijin. Produced in a flesh tone vinyl this time around, the adorable tri-eyed alien has been adorned with subtle brown and metallic teal sprays. Both touching down in the Super7 store on Thursday, March 31st at Noon Pacfic, the pair are likely to set you back just $35 each…

TAG x Brent Nolasco’s “Sunshine Yellow” BLOODTHIRST sofubi…

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Hot on the heels of last week’s dual release, the guys over at Toy Art Gallery are proud to present the return of yet another figure from their extensive sofubi back catalog… Brent Nolasco‘s BLOODTHIRST in a gorgeous “Sunshine Yellow” colorway! Marking over a year since its last outing, the 9″ tall beast has been produced in a blank bright yellow soft vinyl this time around, coming with articulation in the arms, feet and head. Going on sale through the TAG store today (3/30) at Noon Pacific, the “Sunshine Yellow” BLOODTHIRST will set you back just $65 plus shipping…

PLT Toy’s Blood Majin sofubi…

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Artist Papalemon from mysterious new toy company PLT Toy is proud to present the debut of their first ever sofubi, the jaw-dropping Blood Majin! Featuring a similar aesthetic to Shigeru Arai’s NZombie, the wonderfully grotesque ghoul stands at a lofty 12″ tall, coming complete with 8 points of articulation and hand threaded hair. Making it’s first appearance in a blank white vinyl, the super-limited run of just 4 pieces are currently up for grabs via e-mail lottery for $200 a piece. All you have to do to be in with a chance of bagging one is fire over your name, country, address and phone number to plttoys@foxmail.com  ASAP… Blood Majin not enough for you? Then be sure to stay on the look out for yet another new PLT release – Ultra Bastard – very soon!

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