MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” online sale…

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Even with the horrendous weather in Tokyo on Friday night, Japan’s dedicated sofubi collectors were out in force for the opening of Rampage Studios‘ much-hyped “Clash of the Titans”, eagerly waiting outside in the rain for their chance at bagging one of the many one-offs and micro-runs that were up for grabs. Going on to sell out within a matter of minutes, you’ll be glad to hear that Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt had the foresight to hold back a number of items for an special online drop next week. Whilst we can’t confirm what exactly will be featuring, we’re guessing that at least a couple of the pictured  Dark Side Hunter-X, Hag-X and “Badly Bruised” Cadaver Twin will be up for grabs alongside a few surprises. Look out for the drop in the Rampage store this coming Tuesday, June 30th at 10am Japan time…

[Photo courtesy of TokyoToyFiend]

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive “Clear Pink” B.U.N.N.Y.W.I.T.H mini figures from Alex Pardee x DKE Toys…

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DKE Toys come with yet another hot exclusive they’ll have up for grabs at SDCC ’15 in little over a weeks time, proudly presenting the “Clear Pink” B.U.N.N.Y.W.I.T.H mini set from Alex Pardee! Featuring all 5 figures from Series 1 alongside the standalone B.U.N.N.Y.W.I.T.H Affinity for Slave Women, the Pardee-designed, George Gaspar-sculpted figures have been produced in a beautiful clear pink PVC for this release. Limited to an edition of 100 sets priced at just $20 each, the “Clear Pink” B.U.N.N.Y.W.I.T.H minis will be joining a whole host of other exclusives at the DKE SDCC booth (#5045) starting Preview Night on Wednesday, July 8th. Look out for more exclusive reveals from the DKE camp soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS Paint Ver.” Kamakiri (Mantis) Ningen from BLObPUS x Dream Rocket…

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The mighty BLObPUS takes on yet another figure from Dream Rocket‘s “Human” series for his latest preorder sale, proudly presenting the Kamakiri (Mantis) Ningen “BLObPUS paint version”! Standing at around 8″ tall and coming with 5 points of articulation, the anthropomorphic beast has once again been produced in BLObPUS’ signature GID soft vinyl, coming with a multitude of neon/metallic sprays with subtle black highlights. Priced at 7,800yen ($63) plus shipping, the figure is currently available via open preorder through the BLObPUS blog here until Monday, July 6th…

MAN-E-NEWS// The flocked “Wooly Mammoth” and “Albino Mammoth” Elephantos resin figures from Turbopistola…

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Following months on the drawing board, Daniel Smith aka Turbopistola is proud to present his latest wave of Elephantos resin figures, the flocked “Wooly Mammoth” and “Albino Mammoth” editions! Cast in resin by Daniel and intricately flocked by Spy Monkey Creations’ Jeremy Sung, the 2.5″ tall figures are available in a choice of 2 colorways; brown, coming in 2 different tones with a variety of different eye colors and “Albino” white, complete with white and pink detailing. Limited to just 14 and 6 figures respectively – each coming bagged with a hand made header and 1″ button – the flocked “Mammoth” Elephantos editions will be touching down in the Turbopistola store today (6/28) at 9.30pm Eastern time for just $36 each plus shipping…

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MAN-E-NEWS// Mark Nagata’s SDCC ’15 exclusive Max Toy Co customs for Rotofugi…

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Alongside a number of debuts and exclusives runs – including the previously posted Snybora – Rotofugi will be offering up a selection of one-off customs at SDCC this year, the first to be revealed coming in the form of a trifecta of figures from Max Toy Co‘s Mark Nagata. Featuring the return of Kaiju Eyezon’s arch nemesis “Alien Argus” in a mix of day glo sprays alongside one of the very first customs of Max Toy/Pico Pico’s Ultimate SaiKobi – both priced at $220 – the star of the show has got to be the “Galaxy” Winged Kaiju Eyezon, a massive piece that’s been treated to some beautiful airbrushing that harks back to Mark’s time as an old school commercial illustrator. Priced at $750, Eyezon will be joining Alien Argus and Ultimate SaiKobi alongside a ton of other figures at the Rotofugi booth (#5248) starting Preview Night on July 8th…

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MAN-E-NEWS// Star Case’s new “Star Convoy” sofubi revealed…

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Yep, yet more wacky-looking sofubi today, as we bring you the latest 2 figures in Star Case‘s Star Convoy series, Gavario (ゴンザリオ) and Mud Army-X (ドロ•アーミーX)! Originally teased back in March as early clay sculpts, the pair – including a design that shamelessly riffs off of the Tusken Raiders – have just been revealed as finished prototypes ahead of soft vinyl production soon. With details still close guarded at present, be sure to keep an eye on the Star Case Instagram feed here for more details on their release over the coming weeks…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Shijinger” sofubi set from Utsugiyo…

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Elusive sofubi producers Utsugiyo have just revealed details of their latest release, the jaw-dropping “Shijinger” set! Featuring 2 different “kaijin” (mysterious god) figures – Gebu (ゲブー) and Gieyo (ギーヨ) – the pair stand at around 5″ tall each, coming cast in a clear soft vinyl, coming with a variety of metallic sprays and filled with glitter pipe cleaners and holographic tinsel. Packed with sword accessory in a clear display box, the duo have been limited to just 9 sets priced at 17,000yen ($137) each plus shipping. For those looking at a chance of scoring them, all you have to do is fill in the dedicated form on the Utsugiyo site right here before close on Sunday, June 28th… Good luck to all who enter!

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E” mini figures from Super7…

As if the previously announced sofubi and Universal Monsters Haunted Crypt wasn’t enough, the guys over at Super7 have teamed up with Mattel for what has got to be one of the biggest SDCC exclusives we’ve seen so far… the officially licensed M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E mini figure series! You read that right, blending 2 of our favourite 80’s toy lines – Masters of the Universe and M.U.S.C.L.E – Super7 have created a total of 12 different designs based on the MOTU franchise, all coming in at around 2″ of injection moulded PVC. Debuting at the Super7 SDCC booth (#4945) in the classic flesh tone, a total of 4 sets of 3 blister carded figures will be available for an undisclosed sum… But that’s not all! As part of Super7 and Mattel’s team up, the guys will be turning their new San Diego store into the lair of He-Man’s arch nemesis, Skeletor! With a number of exclusive MOTU figures dropping throughout the con – including limited black M.O.T.U.S.C.L.E sets – interested parties are going to need to secure a special “Skeletoken” from either the Super7 or Mattel booths to gain entry. Head over to the Super7 blog here for the full lowdown…

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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Summer Devilish” resin bust from Healeymade x Gary Mellon x Robert Leecock…

Healeymade has teamed up with artists Gary Mellon and Robert Leecock for an all-new resin bust that’ll be dropping at the pair’s “Summer Devilish” show at Mishka‘s NYC-based store tonight (6/26)! Sculpted by Mellon based on an illustration by Leecock, the 9″ tall devil boy has been cast by Healey in a solid resin, coming in a selection of black, metallic purple and red finishes. Going on sale at the event from 7pm-10pm for an undisclosed sum, a commemorative t-shirt featuring Leecock’s original illustration (pictured above) will be up for grabs too…

 

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Snybora” sofubi from Rotofugi x Squibbles Ink…

Rotofugi have teamed up with Chris Ryniak and Squibbles Ink to bring back their collaborative Snybora sofubi for an all-new SDCC exclusive colourway! Sculpted and designed by Ryniak for the ongoing Lake Monster series, the 5″ tall figure has been cast in a vibrant green soft vinyl this time around, complete with silver, metallic blue and black sprays. Dropping at the Squibbles Ink x Rotofugi booth (#5248) once the doors open at Preview Night on Wednesday, July 8th, the SDCC ’15 Snybora has been priced at just $35…

MAN-E-NEWS// New “Kaiju Rhaal” resin figures from Gorgoloid…

 Barry Allen aka Gorgoloid is proud to reveal that his trusty Kaiju Rhaal is making a comeback this week for it’s seventh official instalment! Standing at around 5″ of solid cast resin, the folklore/neo kaiju inspired beast has been limited to 6 one-off pieces this time around, each coming colored in a multitude of marbled Monster Kolor dyes and finished with a mix of sprays and hand brushed detailing. Priced at just $80 each plus shipping, look out for the figures in the Gorgoloid store today (6/26) at 6pm Pacific time… 

 The Kaiju Rhaal’s backstory:

“The Rhaal are amphibious giants from unknown origin who seem to be guardian elementals protecting their various regions from mans poisonous touch. Unmerciful and virtually unstoppable they crush all in their path who would harm their homelands or threaten the fragile eco-systems they seem to be rooted in… The Rhaal range from mild temperament to ravaging beasts and have begun to garner a cult following who worship them as Guardians of Gaia. Eco-radicals and green washed warriors praise the Rhaal rampages and insatiable rage. Our weapons have thus far had no effect on the roving monoliths, humanity can seemingly do nothing but watch as the Rhaal take back the lands for themselves and the creatures. Commercial boats treading their waters are cracked like bird bones, fishing communities and hunting grounds are leveled in a night. Retreat and avoidance from the Rhaal’s territory is the only option… Did we create these monstrosities with our selective breeding and DNA research? Are they left over giants from a long lost age recently awoken by rising temperatures and climate change? Perhaps the old stories told by the elder ones are true and the Old Gods are angry at our ignorance. Some are hopeful that we can co-exist with the Rhaal, give them some space and go about our days. We shall see…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Mishka LA exclusive “F***ing Four Fingers” sofubi from Terrible Whore…

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Terrible Whore has teamed up with lifestyle brand Mishka for an exclusive version of his highly sought after F***ing Four Fingers sofubi! Once again produced in a black vinyl, the towering 11″ tall figure – a punk infused homage to Kinnikuman’s Snegator Claw – has been treated to a number of purple, pink and grey sprays this time around, coming packed in a custom printed drawstring bag. Touching down exclusively at Mishka’s LA-based store at some point in the near future, be sure to keep a close eye on their dedicated Instagram feed here for the full lowdown on the drop soon…

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MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC ’15 exclusive “Universal Monsters Haunted Crypt” play set from Super7 x Funko…

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Following yesterday’s brief overview of the vinyl toys Super7 will be bringing to SDCC ’15 in just over a week and a half’s time, the guys have just revealed yet another exclusive, teaming up with fellow Reaction Figure producers Funko for the release of the Universal Monsters Haunted Crypt play set! Featuring an injection moulded plastic mausoleum, the piece comes complete with all 4 monsters – Frankenstein, Creature from the Black Lagoon, The Mummy and Wolfman – in a spooky “Spirit Glow” trans-blue PVC. Limited to just one set per person, the Haunted Crypt will be available at the Super7 SDCC booth (#4945) for just $65…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Evil Dead II inspired “Chop Soda” custom from Secret Demon Services…

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Whilst we patiently wait for Dani “The Sub-Human Girl” to make her debut release in vinyl, Secret Demon Services have been hard at work on a number of one-off customs to fill the gap… the latest coming in the form of this awesome “Chop Soda” sofubi from Pop Soda! Produced in a GID soft vinyl, the 5″ tall figure has been treated to neon green sprays, black brushwork and bloody splatters inspired by Evil Dead II’s PAL VHS box. Priced at just $65 plus shipping, interested parties can hit SDS up through their Instagram with any enquiries…

MAN-E-NEWS// DKE’s SDCC ’15 exclusive “KISS MY ASS” sofubi from Black Book Toy x HellFire Canyon Club x David Flores…

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The guys over at DKE Toys have teamed up with Black Book Toy, HellFire Canyon Club and David Flores for one of many SDCC ’15 exclusives they’ll have up for grabs at the event next month, the all-new KISS MY ASS! A giant-sized rendition of Flores’ signature Deaths Head Mickey, the 9″ tall piece – 18″ if it wasn’t bent over! – has been produced by Black Book in an unpainted black Japanese soft vinyl for this first release. Limited to just 25 pieces and priced at $150 each, KISS MY ASS will be up for grabs alongside a whole host of other exclusive toys at the DKE SDCC booth (#5045) starting Preview Night on Wednesday, July 8th. Stay tuned for more exclusive reveals from the team soon…

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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Longneck” Oozeball micro-run for Rampage Studios’ “Clash of the Titans” show…

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Teased here just yesterday, we can now reveal the Disarticulators x Longneck Oozeball sofubi micro-run in full! Designed by Tru:Tek and sculpted by Zectron, the 3″ Ooze-It/Madball tribute has been produced in a standard “hard” soft vinyl this time around, limited to an edition of 10 – 5 in flesh and 5 in GID – that have been painted by Longneck’s Yoda-san in colorways inspired by his early Yusei Maijin paint apps. Packed in resealable bags with custom hand drawn and colored header cards, the Longneck Oozeballs will be dropping at Rampage Studios‘ “Clash of the Titans” show this Friday, June 26th for an undisclosed sum… Here’s hoping a couple make it online soon after!

MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s SDCC sofubi exclusives revealed…

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With San Diego Comic Con ’15 opening it’s doors in just a couple of weeks time, the guys over at Super7 have decided to reveal the horde of exclusive vinyl figures they’ll have up for grabs at the event! Featuring a total of 10 different pieces this time around, highlights include a trio of Kandy Kaiju in a “Chocolate Mint Swirl”, a “Pink Power” Pocket Mummy Boy and Rose Vampire, a “Green Ghost” Pumpkin Boy and a “Dying Light” Honoo. Click on the picture above for details on each figure and be sure to stay tuned for more SDCC exclusives from the Super7 camp soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// The first painted “Hag-X” and “Dark Side Hunter-X” sofubi from Rampage Toys x Mutant Vinyl Hardcore x Skull Head Butt revealed…

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Originally teased here last week in blank flesh vinyl, the latest round of Skull Head Butt “X” figures from Rampage Toys and Mutant Vinyl Hardcore have finally been revealed in their debut painted colorways! Featuring a Skeletor-inspired witch going by the name of Hag from Rampage and a sinister six-eyed alien called Dark Side Hunter from MVH, the pair have been produced in the afforementioned flesh toned vinyl with paint apps from Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt; Hag-X coming with red, white and gold sprays over a black rub, and Dark Side Hunter-X, a mix of metallic teal, black, silver, pink and yellow sprays with silver detailing. Going on sale at the “Clash of the Titans” show at Rampage Studios this Friday, June 26th for an undisclosed sum, we’re told that a limited number will be held back for an online release soon after- more details on that later on this week!

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Rotten Ball” resin figures from The Rotten Ones…

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The Rotten Ones are proud to reveal that they’re the latest to jump in on the recent Madballs revival with their latest figure, the Rotten Ball! Whilst the specifics aren’t available at present, it would appear that the piece comes in a little smaller than the classic 80’s gross-out toys at around 2.5″ wide, coming hand sculpted by TRO and cast in a solid tinted resin. With an official painted release planned soon, anyone looking to bag the figure early can contact the team through the TRO store or via Instagram with their enquiries…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Cosmo Knight Alpha/Longneck “Oozeball” micro-run teased…

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Originally mentioned in our announcement of the “Clash of the Titans” show at Rampage Studios this week, we can now bring you the first teaser of the Oozeball micro-run from Cosmo Knight Alpha/Longneck! Whilst most details remain close-guarded until later this week, we can reveal that CKA’s Yoda-san has painted up 10 of the Disarticulators‘ Ooze-It/Madball homage for the release, coming in a mix of red, blue and metallic green sprays inspired by his original “Planetary Delusion” Yusei Majin colorway. Going on sale at the event this Friday, June 26th, expect a full reveal over the next couple of days…