SoftoyHobby Archives

MAN-E-NEWS// New Target Earth customs from Brent Nolasco x Kaiju Monster…

After witnessing Brent Nolasco’s incredible Gebora hand paint for the SAVE&DESTROY Art Show 4, Target Earth president Mr Sato has agreed to team up with the artist and the Kaiju Monster blog for another 4 more one-offs! Consisting of a Target Earth Smogon, Gebora, Gamerudon and Faceless Bull, the stunning pieces have all been cast in a white soft vinyl, coming with Nolasco’s unmistakable palette of neon sprays and tight inky washes. Available in the Kaiju Monster store right here, the quartet have been priced at just $299 each…

MAN-E-NEWS// “My Little 666” Anticristo micro run from Frank Mysterio…

Judging by his recent Instagram activity, it would appear that Frank Mysterio is channeling his inner “Brony” for the latest run of Anticristo sofubis, as he proudly presents My Little 666! Consisting of 2 different designs; a black cast variant with metallic green and purple sprays, plus a white cast version with pastel rainbow sprays, the pair have both been fitted with long flowing MLP-style locks of hair. To be joined by another painted run (sans-hair!), plus a mixed part black and white, the figures have been limited to just 4-5 copies of each. Hopefully making their way onto the Mysterio blog tomorrow (10/28) via e-mail order, expect to pay upwards of $70 a piece…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Disarticulators at Design Fiesta 38…

Thanks once again to our good friend Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys, the Disarticulators will be featuring at Design Fiesta next weekend! With a nice sized box making it’s way over to Japan as we speak, the guys decided to focus on just 2 of their most recent pieces, the Madball of Death and Oozeball. Coming in limited numbers of both Rampage exclusive Neon Green and Pink, (with a few extra surprises thrown in for good measure!), both balls will be going on sale at the Rampage Toys booth starting Saturday, November 2nd for around $50 and $25 a piece, with any remaining stock likely to head online the following Monday. Keep track of the Rampage Instagram feed here for details of post-event sales soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutant Kommando Hu resin figure from Weird Luke…

“By dirty boot, by bloody knife, I will to bring glue and glory, to the Mutant Reich…”

After a long hiatus from the pages of Man-E-Toys (our fault for dropping the ball, sorry guys!), we’re proud to reveal the latest resin figure from Weird Luke, Gowanus Mutant Kommando Hu! Originally debuting at the Sidekick Labs NYCC booth earlier in the month, the follow up to the standard MK has been hand cast and painted by Luke, coming with 1 point of articulation, plus a removable gun and bowie knife that can be stored in the figure’s back holster. Said to be “hand inspected by mutants, and given the half atom seal of approval!”, each piece comes packaged in a resealable header bag for just $18.50. Check them out in the Resin Trash Distro right here…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Topiary Quackula and GID Ghostie from Healeymade…

Featured here earlier in the week, Healeymade‘s “Topiary” Quackula is now up for grabs in-store! Cast in resin and featuring a beautiful 3D stippling effect, the hand painted figures stand at around 4″ tall, coming bagged and headed for $75 a piece… But that’s not all! Originally making an appearance at NYCC earlier in the month, Healeymade has also dropped his latest mini figure bootleg, Ghostie. Cast in a stunning UV reactive GID blue, the 3″ tall Fat Albert mash-up is available right here for just $40 plus shipping. As always, quantities are strictly limited on both, so don’t delay if you fancy picking either of these up!

MAN-E-NEWS// The Halloween 3 ‘Witch’ resin figure from Retroband…

Joining the previously featured ‘Pumpkin’ and ‘Skeleton’ custom bootlegs, Retroband‘s Aaron Moreno is proud to present the final figure in his trifecta of Halloween releases, the Witch! Taken from cult horror Halloween III, the only not to feature Michael Myers, the hand cast mini figure comes with 1 of the 3 killer ‘Silver Shamrock’ masks central to the film. Hand cast and painted by the artist, each figure once again comes double blister packed on a beautifully illustrated header- replete with the hypnotic samhain television set that activates the masks in the film! Limited to 20 pieces, Witch will be touching down in the Retroband store tomorrow (10/27) at 10am CST for $60 a piece… But that’s not all! To celebrate the end of the 3 figure run, Retroband will also have his first ever art print up for grabs too! Depicting the poor Pumpkin child after his mask takes ahold, the 11″x17″ mock movie poster has been limited to an edition of 30, priced at just $25 a piece.

MAN-E-NEWS// NiStuff’s post-NYCC sale…

NiStuff is proud to reveal that the 481 Universe store will be reopening tonight! Due to be loaded with a whole host of goodies that were originally made available at the Onell NYCC booth a couple of weeks back, the line up is set to include extremely limited production figures (including the NYCC exclusive above), various one-off Glyos custom builds, plus a huge selection of resin cast custom Glyos heads. The proverbial doors will be opening at 9pm EST tonight (10/25), so be sure to head over to the store on the dot to avoid disappointment…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Kai Gentlemen” Dobler sofubi from Yamomark x Hinomaru-Ya…

Seeing numerous releases since it’s debut at Superfestival back in April, the incredible Dobler kaiju has just received arguably it’s best colourway yet… with Yamomark team up with Hinomaru-Ya for the Kai Gentlemen edition! Cast in what appears to be a grey soft vinyl, the beautifully detailed mix of aqua sprays and hand brushed detailing are joined by the obligatory black top hat, produced separately by Hinomaru-Ya. Up for grabs via preorder through the Japan Medicom Toys site right here, interested parties in the West can snag their copy through forwarding service M-World Service for 10,800yen (approx. $110) plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Dirty Pumpkin” Imp from FOS x Unbox Industries…

Joining the Mishka Bullet Belt posted yesterday, Unbox Industries have also released a special version of the Imp just in time for Halloween! Spewing from the fevered mind of FOS, the L’enfant terrible behind the infamous HEROIN Skateboards, the “Dirty Pumpkin” edition has been cast in a GID vinyl, coming painted in a vibrant orange & dirty black hand rub, with no two figures alike. Coming bagged with header art from FOS, the Dirty Pumpkin Imps can be found exclusively on the Unbox store right here for just $38 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// “The Long Halloween” Acme Bat artist proofs from Menace Inc Studios…

Joining the Comic Book City Con exclusives we posted a couple of weeks back, Jeff Beck of Menace Inc Studios is proud to reveal a super-limited run of artist proof Acme Bats! A collaboration with Acme Studios, the piece has been inspired directly by the company’s very own Bat mascot, with digital sculpting duties handed to the more than capable hands of Playful Gorilla’s Alexis Rivera. 3D printed, retooled and cast by Beck, the 4″ tall figures will be debuting at the Acme CBCC booth in the previously posted 3 exclusive colourways, whilst an edition of just 4 artist proofs will be up for grabs via the Menace Inc table. Entitled “The Long Halloween”, these guys have been cast in a seasonal marbled clear black/orange, coming in at $30 a piece… Here’s hoping at least a couple make it to the online store after the con next week!

Comic Book City Con, Greensboro, NC 10/26 -10/27

MAN-E-NEWS// Jeff Lamm’s “Mecha Greasebat vs. M5 Bravo” solo show at the Clutter Gallery…

The Clutter Gallery are proud to present the Battle of the Century… Mecha Greasebat vs. M5 Bravo! The latest solo exhibition from Jeff Lamm, the ultimate kaiju showdown is set to feature a number of original illustrations, silkscreen prints, canvas prints, and digital prints, plus exclusive “M5 Bravo & Stee-Gar” flocked vinyl figure two-packs as well as the “Greasebat & Friends Gummi Play Set” in the Sakhalin Blood Red colourway from Unbox! As a special bonus, the show will also play host to the debut presentation of the new “Battle-Damaged” M5 Bravo vinyl figure, which should hopefully be seeing a general release soon after (check our previous post here for an early teaser). Opening it’s doors on November 9th, with a reception from 6-9PM, the various works will be on display until December 6th at The Clutter Gallery, 163 Main St., Beacon, NY 12508. Those unable to attend the opening can sign up for Clutter’s Gallery Preview List to have first buying rights to pieces in the exhibit, head over here to get enrolled now!

MAN-E-NEWS// Skull Head Butt’s Design Fiesta line-up revealed…

Skull Head Butt have just revealed the slew of figures they’ll be bringing along to Design Fiesta next weekend! Focusing on the standard “X” body type, a total of 3 different designs will be up for grabs; Skeleton X, Mag X and our favourite, Scarecrow X, each coming in an yet to be revealed colourway (we’re told the pictured examples are unconfirmed paint tests). Collectors overseas unable to attend the event will be glad to know that forwarding service M-World are currently taking preorders on all 3 pieces for 16,000yen each (approx. $160) plus shipping. E-mail them directly with your request at m-world-service@dream.jp, stating your desired figure(s), plus your name, address and Paypal e-mail address…

MAN-E-NEWS// Triton of the Sea’s Minota and Poriipeimos sofubi remakes from Medicom Toy…

Originally making an appearance back in 1972, Tezuka Productions and Nakajima Corporation’s Minota and Poriipeimos sofubi figures have been rereleased courtesy of Medicom Toy! Taken from the hugely popular “Triton of the Sea” anime that ran right through the seventies, the crazy looking pair have been faithfully reproduced from the original sculpts, standing at around 22cm tall each, with articulation at the head, arms and legs. Packed in an exclusive double header with images of the 1972 release, both Minota and Poriipeimos are up for grabs through the Medicom store for just 6,800yen plus shipping. Interested parties in the West are going to need to fill out the dedicated preorder form right here…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Mutants keshi mini figures from Imperfecz Realms x Ironhaus Pro…

It’s been a while since we’ve heard from either Imperfecz or Ironhaus here on Man-E-Toys, so it came with great pleasure today that the pair have teamed up for an all-new keshi mini figure line! Entitled “The Mutants”, the series features a total of 11 different figures (10 mutants and 1 mutant hunter!) designed and sculpted by the pair, with each coming cast by Imperfecz in a flesh toned keshi-style rubber. Up for grabs via a number of different purchasing options, including singles, open bag 2 packs, blind 3 packs and of course, full sets, prices range from just $10-$60 plus shipping. Go check them out at the Imperfecz store right here before they’re all gone!

MAN-E-NEWS// Carlos Enriquez Gonzalez’ Clutter NYCC exclusives now online…

Held back from the rest of their exclusives, Clutter have just revealed that Carlos Enriquez Gonzalez’ NYCC releases have finally made it up online! First up we have one of the last editions of the hugely popular Heirophany… Standing at around 11″ tall, the controversial figure has been cast in a gorgeous 3-colour marbled soft vinyl (a technique that can only be replicated by 3 studios in Japan!), coming with 3 points of articulation and a whole host of accessories and attachments. Limited to just 12 pieces, Heirophany can be found in the Clutter store right here for $250 plus shipping…

Next up we have the Lips Vagina Monster! One of the most beautifully produced pieces we’ve seen for a long time, the figure stands at around 7″ tall, coming cast in an optically clear resin akin to the highest quality of glass casting. Available in either pure clear or with a purple fade, each has been limited to just 5 pieces at a price of $350 each. Head over to the shop here to take a closer look…

MAN-E-NEWS// Toy Art Gallery’s Strange Days show now online…

Opening it’s doors at the Toy Art Gallery last Saturday, the remaining pieces from the Strange Days group show are now online! Featuring works from Josh Herbolsheimer, Itokin Park, Martin Ontiveros, and Shirahama/Yatsuashi, the real draw has got to be the release of not 1, but 2 all new TAG produced figures- Michael Pro’s Rotting Reaper Corpse, and Brent Nolasco’s Blood Thirst! Both cast in a milky white soft vinyl for their initial release, the wonderfully macabre pair come with introductory prices of just $95 and $75 respectively. Joined by the likes of Shirahama’s mixed part Kumons, Herbolsheimer’s one-off Earth Wolves and Itokin Park’s Astronauts, the staggering selection of work can be found in the TAG store right here…

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mystery Brain” Young Gohsts from Ferg x Grody Shogun…

Announced just in time for Halloween, Ferg has once again teamed up with Grody Shogun for an all new Young Gohst colourway, the Mystery Brains! Cast in a clear soft vinyl complete with stunning orange to yellow fades, the 3.5″ tall figures each come with a randomly allocated brain insert, sprayed in a mixture of clear and opaque blacks, reds, oranges and yellows, ensuring that no 2 are alike. Priced at $45 a piece, the little guys will be touching down in the Jamungo CAD store today (10/24) at Noon Central time…

MAN-E-NEWS// Warui Neko “Halloween Zombi” edition from Kaiju Coup…

Debuting back in August to instant sell-out success, the elusive Kaiju Coup’s Warui Neko is back for it’s second colourway… the Halloween Zombi edition! Standing at approximately 16cm tall and coming with articulation in the neck, the soft vinyl cast figure has been adorned with a mix of eye catching orange, teal and purple sprays, finished off with inset plastic dolls eyes (and some as yet unrevealed “secret parts”). Currently up for grabs through the Japan Medicom Toy store for just 14,800yen, any collectors in the West are going to need to apply through the dedicated lottery form right here. Closing on November 10th, successful applicants will be informed after the draw on November 18th…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Skinner x Lamour Supreme x Mishka “Doom Belt” vinyl figure from Unbox Industries…

Unbox Industries are proud to announce the launch of a new preorder programme for a very special Mishka edition Bullet Belt! Originally debuting at the Mishka NYCC booth, the towering 12″ tall vinyl figure was originally designed by Skinner for the ongoing Triclops B.A.S.T.A.R.D Universe series, this time around coming in a dazzling metallic colourway devised by Lamour Supreme and approved by Mishka. Once again coming with a bonus “keshi” style B.A.S.T.A.R.D injection moulded mini figure (colouring TBC), the pair will come housed in the standard plastic blister pack, replete with a removable print insert designed by Skinner. Priced at $150 plus shipping, the preorder will be running exclusively through the Unbox store until October 31st…

But that’s not all! Judging by their recent Instagram activity, Unbox may be producing a nano-sized version of Bullet Belt in a similar vein to the recent M5 Bravo! Standing at roughly the same height of a grain of sand, we’re guessing this is probably a production experiment more than anything else- doesn’t stop us wanting a whole bag of them to play with though! Here’s keeping our fingers crossed that they make an official appearance somewhere down the line…

MAN-E-NEWS// Turbopistola’s Ion Men artist proof release…

Featured here last week, we thought we’d just give you guys a little reminder that Turbopistola‘s Ion Men artist proofs will be going on sale later today! Consisting of a total of 8 different builds that utilise all of the series’ overwhelming number of different parts, the 5″ tall figures have been cast in a sleek clear black soft vinyl by Siccaluna Koubou for this release. Available in super-limited quantities, all 8 variants have been priced at just $25 plus shipping, each coming with a total of 6 points of articulation and 7 fully interchangeable parts for your building and customising pleasure. Dropping in the Turbopistola store at 9pm EST tonight (10/23), all of the available figures can be viewed ahead of time right here…