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MAN-E-NEWS// The Negora Paint Kit from Monster Kolor x Max Toy Co…

With the help of Max Toy Co, Monster Kolor are proud to present their latest paint kit… featuring the one and only Negora! Cast in a flesh soft vinyl, the highly popular figure is joined by the standard fish accessory plus 4 random airbrush colours AND a clear coat- all for a wallet friendly $48! Available on the Monster Kolor store right here, we suggest heading over quick to secure yours- supplies are strictly limited and they most certainly won’t be hanging around for long…

UPDATE// The set has sold out since the time of writing, but we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for more soon! Keep track of upcoming releases by signing up to the Monster Kolor Community board right here.

MAN-E-NEWS// The 6 Eyed Ghoul and Doku Head DX from BLObPUS x MVH…

Kaiju heavyweights BLObPUS and Mutant Vinyl Hardcore have teamed up once again for yet another earth-shattering release… the 6 Eyed Ghoul and Doku Head DX set! Featuring the standard 1-eyed Doku head along with an all-new (you guessed it!) 6 eyed sculpt, the pair of Sludge Demon mash-ups are due to come cast in GID soft vinyl, expertly sprayed by BLObPUS in a variety of metallics. Up for pre-order right now through the BLObPUS store, the duo are available singularly for 9,800yen ($99) or 19,400 ($196) for the set. Deadline for pre-ordering is June 14th, with final payments to be made by June 21st. Expect shipping on these guys to take place late July…

MAN-E-NEWS// Galactic Jerkbags’ Deluxe 2 Pack ‘Interplanetary Bromance’ for Dreams in Plastic…

Irishmofo over at Sucklord fan site Galactic Jerkbags kindly shares details on the latest ‘Interplanetary Bromance’ release… the Deluxe 2 Pack Edition for the upcoming Dreams in Plastic group show! Originally releasing in February to near-instant sell out success, the pair of Glyos system figures, a Pheyden and Sucklord, have been revived one last time for this exclusive one-off release, coming hand dyed/painted by Irishmofo, packaged with an awesome hand painted woodblock backer and sperate blister bubbles… Joining the ‘bros’, the Glactic Jerkbags will also be contributing another hilarious piece, the Bootlegged Bibs! A tribute to the original Mexican KO Bib Fortunu “Mensajero Del Demonio”, these ‘bootlegs of a bootleg’ have been hand cast in resin by Derrick “galacticjerkbag66”, featuring 4 unique colourways (and corresponding custom headers!) from Irishmofo… The guys will be releasing a full series of Bibs in the near future (pictured below), so be sure to stay tuned for full release details soon!

Dream In Plastic Custom Toy Show// Running June 8th to July 12th with an opening reception Saturday, June 8th from 6pm to 10pm. 177 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508

MAN-E-NEWS// The Retrobots charity auction from Fresh Monkey Fiction x Ersico…

In honour of the release of their latest mini figure line ‘Retrobots’, the guys over at Fresh Monkey Fiction are proud to announce that the series’ 8 unique designs will be featuring in a number of charity auctions throughout 2013! Including redesigned and handcrafted custom figures as well as art prints and photography, FMF have been very fortunate to recruit some great artists from several creative disciplines, including Cantina Dan, October Toys, Airmax Animated, Wheelhouse/Rival Vinyl, Joe Amaro, Monster forge and Rampageo Industries. Kicking things off with a bang this month, Man-E-Toys regular Ersico has worked his magic on a full set of the ‘bots, each coming lovingly painted in a wide variety of colours and themes (the WotW bot a particular fave of ours!). Bidding starts here on the June 17th, so be sure to dig deep and support the cause as 100% of the winning bid will be heading directly to the Young Storytellers Foundation…

Interested in grabbing a standard set of Retrobots in the mean time? Then you’ll be glad to know that all 8 designs are available on the FMF store right here for an unbelievably cheap $6 plus shipping!

MAN-E-NEWS// The Galactic Scum Society’s “Burnin’ Rubber” Standard Edition from Teptec Studios…

“In the year 2133 a marauding group of psychotic scumbags, known as “Galactic Scum Society” or “GASS“, ascends from the outskirts of our galaxy. They only have one thing in mind: Bringing us chaos and destruction just for the fun of it! They came for the bang, but they’ll stay for the big KABOOM!”

Since revealing new resin line GASS’ debut figure “Burnin’ Rubber” a few weeks back, creator Daniel Ritthanondh over at Teptec Studios has recently given the piece it’s very own ‘standard’ colourway… Originally available as a DIY blank, the 10cm tall gas-masked figure has been designed, sculpted and hand cast by Daniel in a solid polyurethane resin, this time around coming with a minimalist mix of silver and black with red fades. Sold as an open edition, the standard Burnin’ Rubber is available alongside the original blank, plus a number of one-off hand paints on the Teptec store for just € 29,90 plus shipping… Stay tuned for more from the Galactic Scum Society soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Cythulhu’ WIP mini figure sculpt from Eric Nilla…

Taking time out from his various ongoing projects, Eric Nilla comes with his latest standalone mini… the awesome Cythulu! Pictured here as a work-in-progress, the impressive figure crosses the mythical Cthulhu with a distinctly futuristic aesthetic, resulting in one of the most promising designs we’ve seen from the artist yet. Hopefully the first of many, the ‘cyborg diety’ should be hitting rubber production soon, coming in the usual mix of neons, colorchangers, GID and of course, flesh… Stay locked for the full lowdown over the coming weeks, and be sure to keep track of Nilla’s IG feed here for near-daily production updates.

MAN-E-NEWS// The Greasebat and Friends ‘Gummi Play Set’ from Jeff Lamm x Unbox Industries…

With the success of Triclops’ plastic B.A.S.T.A.R.D’s firmly under their belt, it appears that Unbox Industries are to continue their onslaught of rubbery mini figure goodness as they proudly present their latest collaboration with Jeff Lamm… the Greasebat and Friends ‘Gummi Play Set’! Featuring all 3 previous Lamm x Unbox characters (Spikewad- pictured, M5 Bravo, and Stee-Gar) alongside the iconic Greasebat, we assume the new 2″ sculpts will be offered up together as the “set” in the title suggests. Release details are still thin on the ground at the moment, but with a debut set for both the Taipei Toy Festival (July 11-14th, 2013) and San Diego Comic-Con (July 18-21st, 2013), we haven’t got much longer to wait… Stay tuned for a full reveal soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// HeroesCon exclusive RayGuns from ManOrMonster? Studios…

Brandon Michael Barker over at ManOrMonster? Studios has resurrected the popular RayGun custom bootleg for a series of exclusives dropping at HeroesCon later today! Kit-bashed from a variety of action figures including a MOTU 200x Man-E-Face and an oversized Reagan head, the figure has been hand cast in resin by Barker, featuring MoM? compatible neo-mag joints in the waist and shoulders. Available in a number of hilarious strictly limited colourways including a Faker inspired “Fay-Kun”, the Cyberman “Ctrl/Alt/Del”, and our favourite, “Bedtime for Buster”, bearing a striking resemblance to the brains behind the Ghostbusters, Egon… Edition sizes and pricing is still forthcoming, although we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed that at some make it to the MoM? web store next week for around $80 plus shipping (TBC).

MAN-E-NEWS// The Venice B.A.S.T.A.R.D Beach Twin Pack from Triclops x The Tarantulas x Ralph Niese…

Following the WIP sculpt we unofficially leaked a couple of weeks back (check it out here, we’re not posting it again!), the guys over at Triclops have finally revealed how the incredible figure will be released… as they proudly present the ‘Venice B.A.S.T.A.R.D Beach’ Twin Pack! Sculpted by the supremely talented Ralph Niese based on a design by The Tarantulas (which, funnily enough can be found on the front of the recently released Nibblers Annual- it’s the big pink one!), the M.U.S.C.L.E scaled figure is due to come cast in a resin 2 pack, with another thong-tastic figure from the Triclops boys to be revealed soon. Release details are still thin on the ground at the moment, but you can be sure that as soon as we hear anything, you guys will be the first to know…

MAN-E-NEWS// The HOLO APE custom bootlegs from Goodleg Toys…

Fresh from the release of Warzilla last week, the fine chaps over at Goodleg Toys proudly present the comeback of one of their most requested figures… the HOLO APES! Originally making an appearance at Toys Are Us a couple of months back, the vintage Planet of the Apes/WWF figure mash-ups have been cast using a clever ‘hollowing’ technique (NOT rotocasting!) to create the stunning marbled resins seen above. Featuring a whopping 5 points of articulation in the neck, shoulders, waist, the figures have been produced in a number of different one-off colourways- all different, all pretty cool, and all distinctly 90s! Coming bagged with custom header card (plus the previously featured Warzilla freebie!), the HOLO APES will be dropping on the Goodleg store this Saturday, June 8th at Midnight GMT+1, priced between $40-$50 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// Radioactive Uppercut’s 8-Ball “The Terror from Space!” revealed in full…

With Radioactive Uppercut‘s debut vinyl figure hitting Kickstarter in just a few weeks time, creator John Santagada exclusively reveals the pics we’ve all been waiting for… presenting the final paint master! Entitled 8-Ball “The Terror from Space”, the stunning 4″ tall figure has been sculpted by Joshua Sutton at ERA Sculpture, coming complete with 3 points of articulation; a pivot joint in the neck and super-posable ball joints in the shoulders! Due to be produced in a roto-cast vinyl, the standard painted release will include a collector’s trading card featuring a faux 8-Ball comic cover on the front and bio/stats on the flipside, plus custom signed and numbered header for just $55 shipped…

Alongside basic ‘entry’ donation incentives of trading cards, stickers, magnets, original art and of course the standard 8-ball figure, a number of custom one-of-a-kind resin 8-Balls will be available for purchase. Some fantastic artists have donated their time and talent to the cause, with the previously revealed Living Dead Dolls creators Ed Long and Damien Glonek, MF Gallery’s Frank and Martina Russo and Monsterforge now joined by Topheroy (pictured), Motorbot, D-Lux, tattoo artist extraordinaire Tom Connors, John “Spanky’ Stokes and last but certainly not least October Toy’s own George Gaspar… But that’s not all! Also available as ‘donation incentives’ within special tiers will be a one-off ‘behind the curtain’ unpainted resin 8-ball and a one-off ‘radioactive edition’ clear green tinted resin 8-Ball- expect some shots of those soon!

The first figure to feature in John’s ongoing “Radioactive Rumblers” series, a successful Kickstarter campaign will see the inclusion of a number of new designs, many of which have already been sculpted and tooled for production! Stay tuned for the full bio on 8-Ball as we get closer to the Kickstarter campaign start on July 1st, and be sure to head over to the official Radioactive Uppercut Facebook page here for all the latest news and updates!

MAN-E-NEWS// The Snack Attack: Sgt Angus rubber mini figure from 1ShotToys…

A slight sidestep from his critically acclaimed custom Glyos heads, Eric over at 1ShotToys has been busy readying his first ever mini figure series… Snack Attack! A homage to Mattel’s classic 80’s line ‘Food Fighters’, the hilarious designs are to focus around a more militant theme, featuring fast food lieutenants, majors, commanders and more in the original 1″-2″ scale. First out of the blocks will be Sgt Angus (pictured left), with the meticulously sculpted figure currently undergoing prototyping and rubber production under the watchful gaze of our very own Tru:Tek. A number of colourways, exclusives and all-new figures (including the WIP Cone Commander, right) are due in the very near future, so be sure to stay tuned for the full lowdown soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// New keshi customs from Small Angry Monster…

Concentrating on bigger scale pieces since his move to Argonaut Resins a while back, it was great to see that Adam Pratt aka Small Angry Monster has been getting back to his roots with his latest batch of customs this past week… a whole slew of M.U.S.C.L.E/Kinkeshi figures! Featuring the subtle, seamless mini kit-bashing that solidified Adam’s name ‘back in the day’, the breathtaking pieces are currently undergoing a number of washes and highlights- the first finished figure (a #83 ‘Hangkiller’/Warhammer cross) resulting in the masterpiece you see above… Created for an overseas private commission, we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed that the popularity of these gives way to a full blown custom series soon- head over to Adam’s IG feed here and pester him about it now!

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Mini Monster’ custom bootlegs from Monster Island…

Paying a loving tribute to Diener’s hugely popular 80’s minis, Monster Island has recast some of the best figures from their Monster line for his latest custom bootleg series! Originally only limited to a selection of primary colours (check them out below), the 4 creatures have been given a lease of new life, coming hand cast in a stunning clear resin with neon pink and GID swirls. Coming bagged and headed for a very reasonable $15 plus shipping, the Mini Monster series will be touching down in the Monster Island store later today (June 6th)… Stay on the look out for MI’s next mini series, Aliens & Spaceships soon!

MAN-E-NEWS// Señor Cybernetico and the Custom Bootleg Lucky Bags from The Mark Ultra…

Mike Kirchoff over at The Mark Ultra comes with not 1 but 2 new collaborations this week, as he proudly presents Señor Cybernetico and the Custom Bootleg Lucky Bags! Created alongside Fistful Fumetti’s Alexis Ziritt, Cybernetico has been kit-bashed from a vintage lucha idol figure and Marvel’s Kang the Conqueror, coming hand cast in resin with display base. Dropping on the Mark Ultra store this Thursday, June 6th at 10pm EST in the standard red/god/black colourway, an exclusive reversed silver variant will be made available exclusively at Ziritt’s HeroesCon booth on Friday. Limited to 10 of each, Señor Cybernetico has been priced at just $20…

As if that wasn’t enough, Kirchoff has teamed up with Baltimore’s Green Plastic Tunnels for yet another custom bootleg release! Featuring a number of one-off resin creations hand cast and painted by the pair, the diverse range of figures (and in some cases, playsets!) will be up for grabs in the store alongside Señor Cybernetico, offered up ‘lucky bag’ style for just $22 plus shipping…

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Horn-Head’ Cyco Simon mask from Mishka x Lamour Supreme x Atomic Vomit…

Mishka have once again teamed up with Atomic Vomit for the second run of L’Amour Supreme‘s Cyco Simon mask, presenting the must-have Horn Head edition! Sprayed in a gorgeous mix of neon purples, greens and yellows, the absolutely stunning latex-cast piece is unfortunately missing the furry maine of the original… a detail easily forgivable when you see the awesome nose ring and chain that has taken it’s place! Available through pre-order right now by e-mailing Mishka directly at gregmishka@me.com, the 1:1 scale mask can be yours for just $350 shipped…

MAN-E-NEWS// The June Custom Glyos Sale from NiStuff…

Wasting no time since his last figure drop just over a week ago, NiStuff over at 481 Universe is proud to present his latest round of Glyos customs! Featuring a whole host of standard Glyos parts, TGB’s Armorvor, Outlander test shot parts, custom resins and even one-off sculpts, the stunning pieces have been painted in a mixture of contrasting clear, opaque and ‘grungy’ Monster Kolor sprays and hand brushed detailing. Expected to retail between $20-$50, the horde of customs will be touching down in the 481 Universe store this Friday, June 7th at 8pm EST… Stay locked on the 481 blog here for more reveals daily!

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Kruzzilla’ micro paint run from Topheroy…

Fresh from the release of the ‘Original HP Versions‘ over the weekend, the Ministry of Kongz has teamed up with Topheroy for the first ever Kruzzilla painted micro run! Using the recently retooled, full articulated edition of MoK’s highly popular winged beast, Toph has opted for his signature palette of blue and purple, giving the figures a chrome base complete with some super tight C-Thru Monster Kolor sprays. Priced at a very reasonable $40 plu shipping, the batch of 5 figures can be found on Topheroy’s Customantics store right here…

MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Konatsu show at Rampage Studios…

Following our our look at the Rampaging Steregons last week, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Studios reveals details of the latest, and easily most anticipated event at the Tokyo based gallery/shop space… the coming of Konatsu! Creator of Max Toy’s iconic Negora cat, the high profile illustrator will be teaming up with Jon for a number of custom sofubi including Kaiju and Mini Negoras, illustrations, paintings and a number of to-be-revealed surprises! Opening it’s doors on June 14th with an opening party on June 20th at 7pm, sales will start on the opening night with online sales following on Monday, June 17th… Stay tuned for more reveals as we get closer to the event!

As if securing Konatsu wasn’t enough, Jon has also revealed that the mighty Splurrt and Blobpus will be taking over the studio in July! Details are still thin on the ground at the moment, but whilst we wait for the specifics we’ll leave you to drool over Splurrt’s first one-off Apex Diggler for the show pictured above…

MAN-E-NEWS// UME Toys’ Darth Maul Bonehead resin for the Cardiff Tattoo and Toy Con…

With the UK’s next big toy event, the Cardiff Tattoo and Toy Con looming ever closer, Rich Page is proud to unveil the latest exclusive to be making an appearance at the UME Toys booth… the Darth Maul inspired Bonehead custom! Originally debuting at NYCC last year, the solid, hand cast figure has been given a full Sith make-over, featuring the solid mix of tight masking and meticulous weathering seen in a number of Rich’s beautiful one-off sculpts. We’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for more Boneheads featuring the same effect soon (revisiting last year’s Venom motif is at the top of our ‘want’ list!), but in the meantime we suggest you keep a close eye on the UME blog here for more exclusive reveals very soon!