SoftoyHobby Archives

MAN-E-NEWS// Killer Bootlegs’ Hitchcock Artist Proof Sale…

Instantly selling out upon release last month, Killer Bootlegs has just revealed that the Hitchcock action figure will be making one last appearance before retirement in a special Artist Proof run! A three-way collaboration between KB, Ham FX and The Adam X, the chunky 3.75″ custom bootleg features a digitally sculpted head and kit-bashed Boss Hog body, coming hand cast and painted in a b/w movie inspired monotone palette. Packed with a vintage movie poster inspired card designed by Luke Yates and printed by Sidekick Media, the AP Hitchs will be up for grabs in the Killer Bootlegs store this Monday, January 20th at 3pm CST, priced at $50 each plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// Splurrt’s unpainted Cadaver Twins lottery announced…

Splurrt has just revealed that unpainted versions of the hugely popular Cadaver Twins sofubi will be up for grabs via lottery next weekend! Standing at around 5″ tall and coming with a whopping 7 points of articulation, the figure has been cast up in 2 different colourways for the release, a classic black and a GID blue. Edition size and pricing are still forthcoming at the moment, so be sure to keep a close eye on the Splurrt blog for more details later next week…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Happy 2014 Finger Five from Fig-Lab…

Better late than never, Datadub over at Fig-Lab rings in the new year with a special Happy 2014 edition of the Finger Five! Featuring all 5 designs from Paul Kaiju, Suckadelic, Lamour Supreme, Onell Design and Monstrehero, the micro finger puppets have been cast in a white soft vinyl this time around, coming with festive dot sprays from none other than Goto-san. Available for the super-low price of 5,000yen ($29) plus shipping, the set can be found in the Fig-X store right here…

MAN-E-NEWS// Zollmen Junk Monster, Pizza Face and Bird Thing customs from Topheroy…

Kaiju customiser Topheroy has just revealed the latest figures to hit his store, a trifecta of Zollmen sofubi micros! Featuring the Junk Monster, Pizza Face and Bird Thing, the 3″ tall vinyl figures have been sprayed in Toph’s signature clear Monster Kolor rainbow fades and black rub, finished with some hand painted accents and a hi-gloss coat. Currently up for grabs in the store right here, all 3 figures have been priced at just $30 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Death Vapor Vs. YAZU “Breaking Baddie” 2 pack from Falcon Toys…

Created for Clutter‘s recent (In)Action Figure 2 show, Mike Woods over at Falcon Toys is proud to present the latest addition to the growing line of Breaking Baddie releases, the Death Vapor Vs. YAZU 2 pack! Marking the series’ first card backed release, the pair have been cast in exclusive Crystal Blue Persuasion & Hazmat Yellow colourways for the release, coming double blister packed in an edition of just 5 sets. Displaying at the Clutter Gallery until January 31st, the Death Vapor Vs. YAZU 2 pack can currently be found in the Clutter store right here for $100 plus shipping. We’ve been informed that only 2 remain in stock, so be sure to head over quick to avoid disappointment!

MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab January lottery sales…

Elegab‘s January lottery sales are now live! A total of 3 figures are up for grabs this month; a Zubora in a GID soft vinyl with neon/metallic sprays and cigarette accessory for 8,400yen ($81), a Wars Gon cast in a Sky Blue with metallic green and red accents, also priced at 8,400yen ($81), and a Jimagon, coming in a clear yellow vinyl with brown monster omake for 8,900yen ($85). Entry deadline for all 3 lotteries is Monday, January 20th, so be sure to head over to the Elegab site ASAP for details on how to enter…

MAN-E-NEWS// Frank Kozik’s sofubi Heathrow figures revealed…

Frank Kozik has just revealed that yet another of his characters has taken the leap into the world of sofubi, the mischievous Heathrow! Originally produced by Maqet and recently seeing a re-release in hand cast resin, the spikey mole-like creature will be available in 2 different sizes, a micro 2″ and a medium 4″, each coming cast in a mix of solid and marbled colourways. Due to be making his debut at some point over the next few weeks, keep an eye on Kozik’s IG feed here for news on the when and the where soon…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Camo” Kaiju Negora Tank micro run sets from Mark Nagata…

Mark Nagata over at Max Toy has just revealed what has got to be one of the coolest micro runs we’ve seen in a while, the “Camo” Kaiju Negora Tanks! Pictured here in a near-finished state, the 3 sets, each coming with a matching Negora and Monster Boogie Tank sofubi, have been lavished in layer upon layer of miniature camo sprays, coming in at well in excess of 2 hours paint time per figure. Unfortunately we’re still not sure when and how these will be made available at present, but Mark has stated that at least one set will be up for grabs through Angel Abby in the near future. Keep track of the Max Toy IG feed here for more details soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// Yakimon’s ceramic “Anatomical Head” mugs…

Miles of Yakimon continues to amaze with the reveal of his latest contemporary ceramic creations, the Anatomical Heads! Produced for online ceramic purveyors Muntiki, the breathtaking figures actually serve as full functioning mugs, coming complete with heat resistant ear handles and an ingenious half-brain lid. Due to touch down in the Muntiki store on Friday, January 24th in both original and green colourways, be sure to head over to the Muntiki site and sign up to their newsletter for details on edition size and pricing early next week…

MAN-E-NEWS// Jungle exclusive Lampu, Squilo and Lobzar sofubi micros from Uky Daydreamer…

Uky Daydreamer have just revealed that they’ll be teaming up with hobby shop and sofubi producer Jungle for a trio of exclusive figures next month! Kicking things off with Kinokeshi’s Lampu, the mushroom shaped micro has been cast in a white soft vinyl, lavished with brown and orange to yellow faded sprays. Coming complete with an all new, magnetically connected skull mask this time around, the little guy will be up for grabs at just 3,000yen ($29) plus shipping…

Joining Lampu, Uky Daydreamer will also be unleashing matching “Space Age” colourways of both Squilo and Lobzar. Whilst we can’t confirm at present, it appears that the pair of micros have been cast in a clear vinyl, coming with a mix of metallic sprays both on the outside AND inside the figure! Priced at 2,000yen ($19) a piece, expect to find both Squilo and Lobzar alongside Lampu in the Jungle store early February…

MAN-E-NEWS// BLObPUS’ “9th Anniversary” Ollie Enma one-off customs…

BLObPUS has just announced his latest batch of lottery sales, a staggering 9 Ollie Enma one-off customs! Created as part of a 9th Anniversary celebration (we’d be lying if we told you we knew what for!), the monstrous 13″ tall figures feature an MVH Ollie body with the BLObPUS sculpted “Enma” head, each coming cast in a different coloured soft vinyl with stunning neon/metallic sprays. Currently up for grabs via 9 separate lotteries on the BLObPUS blog right here, those lucky enough to win one can expect to pay 35,000yen ($336) plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// Kaiju Rhaal Wave 4 from Gorgoloid…

“A new year has begun and the fourth wave of Kaiju Rhaal are upon us. They have risen from their cold murky waters with a blind yearning for blood vengeance…”

Barry Allen aka Gorgoloid proudly presents the fourth wave of Kaiju Rhaal! Standing at around 5″ of solid cast resin, the folklore/neo kaiju inspired beast has once again been limited to 4 one-off pieces, each coming coloured in a multitude of marbled Monster Kolor dyes. Finished with a mix of hand brushed detailing and a protective clear coat, the signed and numbered figures will be touching down in the Gorgoloid store on Monday, January 20th at 6pm Pacific time, priced at just $85 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju’s “Neopolitan” Boss Carrion, Mix Part Mr. REE and “Pink Belly” King Jinx release details revealed…

After a couple of setbacks over the past month, Paul Kaiju has finally revealed details for this weekend’s “Neopolitan” Boss Carrion raffle! Cast up in a super-limited batch of brown soft vinyl with vanilla, strawberry and cherry sprays, the stunning figure stands at around 8.5″ tall with 6 points of articulation, coming in at just $120 plus shipping. Opening on the Paul Kaiju site right here on Sunday, January 19th at 12pm PST, the lottery is due to run for 24 hours, with successful applicants notified within 3 days of close…

Don’t fancy your luck with the raffle? Then you’ll be glad to know that another 2 releases will be headed to the Paul Kaiju store at 6pm PST this Sunday too! First up we have the Mix Part Mr. REE. The first official unpainted run of the vintage Bandai inspired sofubi, the 6″ tall figure has been produced in a selection of clear, yellow, red, green, blue, GID and flesh mixed parts. Coming blind packed with an additional mask and torso, the adorable little guy has been priced at $90 plus shipping…

Next up we have the return of King Jinx, this time in a beautiful “Pink Belly” colourway! Cast in a vanilla coloured soft vinyl with metallic green, blue, gold, and pink sprays, the 9″ tall figure comes complete with a matching “Screaming Siren” Idol omake for just $250 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators’ Ooze-Claw sale tonight…

With the highly anticipated Ooze-Claw sale going live on the Man-E-Toys store tonight (1/15) at 9pm London time, we thought we’d give you a quick recap of the three separate releases that’ll be on offer- plus an exclusive look at the remaining custom one-offs that we held back from our post yesterday!

Ooze-Claw General Release// Created as a display stand for both the Ooze-Ball and MoD, this 2-part rubber piece will be available in 4 different colourways chosen to match past Ooze-Ball releases; an “Original” neon green and pink, a “Vintage” green and pink, a “Stealth” black, plus a “Crystal” clear cast in our special premium rubber. Available on their own for $14 each ($18 for Crystal), we will also be offering them up with a matching ball for $38 ($40 for Crystal)- both options coming bagged with a header co-designed by The Disarticulators and Ralph Niese…

“Cosmos Alien” [Print Ver.] Ooze-Ball & Claw set// Taking direct inspiration from the original Cosmos Alien (Ooze-It gachapon bootleg) print ad, the Ooze-Ball has been cast in a similar dark green with a silver marble this time around, whilst the Claw has been treated to a solid orangey red that matches the pictured plug accessory. Limited to an edition of just 5, each set is due to come packed with an exclusive Cosmos header for $40 plus shipping.

“One-Off” Micro Run Ooze-Ball & Claw set// Joining the Cosmos Aliens, we’ll also be unleashing a number of one-off Ooze sets too! Cast in a mix of two and three tone marbles with matching display stands, these are due to come bagged and headed for $45 plus shipping. Pictured here are the remaining three omitted from our early post- head over to the Man-E-Toys IG feed for a closer look!

MAN-E-NEWS// TTToys’ IWA Japan edition Death Worm and Bigfoot coming to Lulubell Toys…

Lulubell Toys have just revealed that they’ve secured a new batch of TTToys‘ Death Worm and Bigfoot sofubi! Whilst release information is still forthcoming at present, it would appear that the pair will be offered up in a new IWA Japan Wrestling Association colourway, coming cast in a black soft vinyl with silver/gold sprays (TBC). Hopefully making an appearance in the Lulubell Toys store at some point over the next week, expect to pay an estimated $35 each plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Winter Blues” Zombie Pheyden and Deadbeat from October Toys…

Coming just in time to banish those Winter Blues, the guys over at October Toys have just unleashed yet another colourway of their popular OTMFG duo! Featuring both Scott Tolleson’s Baby Deadbeat and Matt Doughty/L’amour Supreme’s Zombie Pheyden, the figures clock in at around 1.5″ and 2″ respectively, both coming cast in an injection moulded Icy-Blue PVC. Available from the October Toys store right here as from 12pm Noon PST today (1/15), both have been priced at just $2 a piece, with orders limited to 5 of each per customer…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Red Fury” Black Heksen combo from Monster Worship x Integrity x A389

Monster Worship have teamed up with hardcore band Integrity and record label A389 for the release of the “Red Fury” Black Heksen! Cast in a clear red sofubi with black sprays and hand painted detailing, the figure is set to come packed with a matching clear red 7″ vinyl of Integrity’s Black Heksen single. Limited to an edition of 25, the sets will be made available at A389 Fest this weekend, with any leftovers heading to the Monster Worship store the following Monday. Pricing is still to be confirmed, but expect to pay around $70 a piece…

MAN-E-NEWS// Patient No.6’s PSYCHO-MACHINE resin figure…

Patient No.6 fans rejoice! As while the PSYCHO-MACHINE sofubi Indiegogo campaign unfortunately failed to miss its target a couple of months back, the incredible figure will be finally seeing the light of day as a self-produced resin multiple instead! One of the psychiatric-inspired artist’s most ambitious projects to date, the beautifully sculpted piece features a disturbing blend of flesh and machinery, with blade mounted arms, a tank lower half and a Madball inspired head, all adding greatly to the figure’s nightmarish feel. Patient No.6 explains a little more about the design- “Psycho-Machine displays my vision of psychiatry in general- an ugly creature that destroys and cuts, mowing down all life in its path… A machine designed to meet the needs of government officials and Justice.” Standing at around 6″ of hand cast and painted resin, PSYCHO-MACHINE can be found in the Patient No.6 store right here for just $76 shipped worldwide…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Miya-San limited edition resin figure from Martin Hsu x Big Shot Toy Works…

Martin Hsu has teamed up with Big Shot Toy Works for the release of the Miya-San resin figure! A loving tribute to Hayao Miyazaki, producer of such classics as Princess Mononoke, My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away and Ponyo among many, many others, the digitally sculpted piece retains all of the charm of the films, standing at around 6″ of utterly adorable hand cast resin. Limited to an edition of 300 pieces, each figure is due to come packed in a custom gift box for just $95 plus shipping. Up for pre-order through the Tenacious Toys store from 2pm EST on January 21st through to midnight on January 31st, proceeds from the sale will be donated to an as-yet-undetermined charity chosen by Martin Hsu and Klim Kozinevich…

MAN-E-NEWS// One-off Oozeball and Claw sets releasing tomorrow…

With the Ooze-Claw display stands touching down in the Man-E-Toys store tomorrow (9pm London time), we’re proud to unveil the third and final part of the gargantuan release… a micro run of custom one-off Oozeball & Claw sets! Cast up by our very own Tru:Tek in a number of different colourways, including both two and three tone marbles, mixed parts and hand sprays, the unique packs are due to come bagged and headed for $45 each. Edition size won’t be revealed until tomorrow (the balls pictured are just a taster!), so be sure to keep checking the Man-E-Toys IG feed here for more customs revealed throughout the day… Stay tuned for a full recap ahead of the release tomorrow!