Elegab is proud to present the arrival of his latest kaiju creation, the stunning Hedornchaku! The artist’s latest take on the classic “Hedoro” (sludge) style monster, the impressive cycloptic sculpt stands at around 9″ tall, coming with articulation in the head, neck and tentacles. Debuting via the usual lottery system on the Elegab blog rightContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Hedoronchaku kaiju from Elegab…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The “Light Green” unpainted Evil Demon sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…
Hot off the heals of last week’s sellout debut release (here), Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters is proud to reveal that he’ll be unleashing a fresh batch of Evil Demon sofubi online this week! Standing at 5.5″ tall with 3 points of articulation, the highly sought after figure will be up for grabs unpainted this timeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Light Green” unpainted Evil Demon sofubi from Bukimi Blasters…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Retroband’s Mondo Con exclusive “Slimy Sean” Retroband Kid…
Teased here as a finished wax proto earlier in the month, Retroband‘s “Slimy Sean” mini figure has finally been revealed in full! The second instalment in the artist’s GPK-inspired “Retroband Kids” series, the 2″ figure follows a similar cult-horror theme as the first release, Toxic Timmy, this time around parodying Return of the Living Dead’s infamous TarmanContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Retroband’s Mondo Con exclusive “Slimy Sean” Retroband Kid…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Killer Ketchup” Mini Cheestroyer sofubi from Bad Teeth Comics…
Bad Teeth Comics are proud to reveal that their Mini Cheestroyer sofubi has just received an all-new painted run, the “Killer Ketchup” edition! Standing at around 4.7″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the Unbox Industries produced figure has been cast in a flesh colored soft vinyl this time around (with one GIDContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Killer Ketchup” Mini Cheestroyer sofubi from Bad Teeth Comics…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bunnybear Fighter” sofubi micros from Makoto Hidaka × Rampage Toys…
Japanese illustrator Makoto Hidaka has teamed up with Rampage Toys for the release of his first ever sofubi, the adorable Bunnybear Fighter! Based on a character created by the artist, the 2″ soft vinyl micro has been sculpted and produced by Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt in what appears to be in an open-bottom finger puppet style. MakingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Bunnybear Fighter” sofubi micros from Makoto Hidaka × Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju’s “Powered” Boss Carrion teased…
Never one to rest on his laurels, the mighty Paul Kaiju has already started to give us a glimpse into what we can expect in 2015… starting with this jaw-dropping “Powered” Boss Carrion teaser! Whilst the above pic is all we have to go on at present, it would appear that the figure will largelyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Paul Kaiju’s “Powered” Boss Carrion teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “Swamp” Heathrow and more from Frank Kozik…
Frank Kozik has just revealed that the latest Heathrow sofubi, the “Swamp” edition, will be touching down in his store today (9/17) at Noon PST! Standing at around 6″ of green soft vinyl, the figure has been treated to a mix of black/white sprays and hand painted detailing. Presumably limited to 30 signed and numbered figures,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “Swamp” Heathrow and more from Frank Kozik…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Omiso Factory’s Transformers-inspired resin action figure revealed…
Miso Mike over at the Omiso Factory has just revealed that his latest resin action figure is finally ready for release! A spiritual successor to last year’s incredible Mr Abnormal, the as yet untitled figure pays homage to the classic robot toy lines of the 70’s and 80’s, taking elements from the likes of Transformers andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Omiso Factory’s Transformers-inspired resin action figure revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Geek Life x SEGA’s Space Harrier “Mammoth” sofubi revealed…
With the recently released Altered Beast “Aggar” figure proving to be a huge success, the guys behind retro apparel brand Geek Life have wasted no time in getting to work on the second figure in the officially licensed Sega Retro Game Sofbi Collection- taking on 1985 shooter Space Harrier’s “Mammoth” boss! A near-perfect rendition ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Geek Life x SEGA’s Space Harrier “Mammoth” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner x Unbox Industries’ Lolgolth Gnazgoroth production shots revealed…
After nearly a year since the first reveal at NYCC ’13 last October, the guys over at Unbox Industries are very proud to share production shots of Skinner‘s jaw-dropping “Lolgolth Gnazgoroth” vinyl figure in full! One of the most ambitious full-production art toys to date, the incredible figure features an unparalleled amount of detail, with limitless new skulls,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skinner x Unbox Industries’ Lolgolth Gnazgoroth production shots revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Ummikko’s one-off custom “Koningu” sofubi revealed…
Monkey 3000 over at Ummikko is proud to reveal that his debut sofubi “Koningu” will be returning soon for a round of one-off customs! Produced in what appears to be a black soft vinyl, the 5.5″ primate has been limited to just 5 pieces this time around, each coming with a selection of unique multi-hued sprays andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ummikko’s one-off custom “Koningu” sofubi revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Levantine” Minute Man resin figure from Healeymade…
In a controversial move considering recent news events, NY-based artist Healeymade will be bringing back his masked Minute Man resin for a special “Levantine” edition later on today! Kit-bashed from a variety of vintage toys including a static Disney “Aladdin” PVC mini, the 3.5″ figure has been hand cast by the artist, coming in a stunning marbledContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Levantine” Minute Man resin figure from Healeymade…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Custom L.U.C.H.A resin mini figures from Topheroy x MannyX…
Teased here a few weeks back, the MannyX x Topheroy custom L.U.C.H.A series has finally touched down in the Customantics store! Featuring all 4 of the original M.U.S.C.L.E custom bootlegs alongside a whole host of other kit-bashed and re-sculpted minis, the figures have been hand cast by Manny in a variety of swirled clear and GID resin tints,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Custom L.U.C.H.A resin mini figures from Topheroy x MannyX…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Lulubell Toys exclusive “Galaxy Black” Galaxy Commanders sofubi from SKULLMARK…
Originally revealed here a couple of weeks back, Galaxy Commanders – the debut line from Hong Kong-based sofubi toy producers SKULLMARK – has just received its first release as a Lulubell Toys excluisve! Featuring a total of 2 different bodies and a staggering 9 alternative heads, the series’ stunning 9.5″ tall figures have been directly inspired by obscure 1977 action figure lineContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lulubell Toys exclusive “Galaxy Black” Galaxy Commanders sofubi from SKULLMARK…”
MAN-E-NEWS// G.R.U.P Toyworks’ “Rimey” sofubi customs revealed…
Having announced their debut sofubi “Rimey” back in July, the guys behind G.R.U.P Design Works have just revealed a number of customs ahead of the figures release next month! Sculpted by none other than Kenth Toy Works, the adorable 3.5″ mummy has been taken on by some of Japan’s leading toy artists, including Touma, Uky Daydreamer,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// G.R.U.P Toyworks’ “Rimey” sofubi customs revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Rose Edition” Bastard and Fortune Uamou sofubi…
Uamou‘s latest figure, Bastard, has just received its first coloured vinyl release in a beautiful Rose pink! Dropping alongside a matching “Rose” Fortune Uamou, the pair are currently available in both the Uamou Atelier shop and online, with the 2.75″ tall Bastard available either blank for 1,800yen ($17) or with a painted mouth for 2,000yen ($19) and the FortuneContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Rose Edition” Bastard and Fortune Uamou sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “MUSKOLATOR” Shipwrecked Plunder Boy from Goodleg Toys…
The fine chaps over at Goodleg Toys are proud to reveal the third figure in their ongoing Shipwrecked Plunder Boys series, the muscle bound MUSKOLATOR! Billed as the “ultimate 5.5″ action figure”, the originally sculpted (100% non-bootleg!) piece features a total of 4 points of articulation, coming cast in a solid flesh resin with meticulous handContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “MUSKOLATOR” Shipwrecked Plunder Boy from Goodleg Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// James Groman x Lulubell Toys’ “Ultimate Color Edition” Rotten Rexx preorder…
After almost a year since its debut at NYCC ’13, James Groman and Lulubell Toys‘ humungous Rotten Rexx sofubi is finally set to receive its first ever painted colorway! Entitled the “Ultimate Color Edition”, it would appear the paint scheme has been based on Groman’s own “Ultimate Rexx” custom seen at the Lulubell Toys DCon ’13 booth,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// James Groman x Lulubell Toys’ “Ultimate Color Edition” Rotten Rexx preorder…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Glyos-compatible “Cynodraxus” resin figure from Spaced Out Design…
Pj Bartlett over at Spaced Out Design is proud to reveal that his latest Glyos-compatible figure – Cynodraxus – will be making its debut online this weekend! Essentially the Mk IV edition of Pj’s ever evolving Geodraxus, the highly refined figure now boasts a total of 7 fully articulated/interchangeable hand cast resin parts. Going up for saleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Glyos-compatible “Cynodraxus” resin figure from Spaced Out Design…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Nerdone x DeathCat Toys’ NYCC exclusive GID “Nekos in My Pocket” playset revealed…
Originally teased here a few weeks back, DeathCat Toys x Nerdone‘s NYCC exclusive “Nekos in My Pocket” playset has finally been revealed in full! As hinted at in our original post, this new version is set to follow the same template as the original release, coming complete with Nerdone’s M.O.T.U.L.O.S castle cast in a GID sofubiContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Nerdone x DeathCat Toys’ NYCC exclusive GID “Nekos in My Pocket” playset revealed…”
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