Frank Mysterio’s Anticristo 666 sofubi returns for it’s latest “blank” micro-run, the Breaking Bad inspired “Cristal Azul”… Standing at around 8” tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the Mysterio designed, Chauskoskis sculpted figure has been produced in a clear blue soft vinyl to replicate the cult T.V show’s blue crystal meth. Limited toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Cristal Azul” Anticristo 666 sofubi from Frank Mysterio…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Iron Monkey 2” sofubi from Kikkake Toy…
Originally releasing way back in September of last year, Kikkake Toy‘s Iron Monkey 2 sofubi returns this month as a Medicom Toy exclusive! Drawing inspiration from classic vintage wind-up toys, the beautifully sculpted figure replaces the original design’s torso with an upscaled Roly Poly ball, also removing the cymbals in favour of an all-new accessory- aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Toy exclusive “Iron Monkey 2” sofubi from Kikkake Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monte Krusto” resin figure from Ummikko…
“Imprisoned in the sewers for years Monte Krusto has had plenty of time to plot his revenge on those who wronged him. He has finally escaped and you now have the opportunity to get him in your home. Just pray you’re not on his list!” Taking a break from sofubi for his latest release, Monkey3000 over atContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monte Krusto” resin figure from Ummikko…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy x Medicom’s “Mirocku Maru” VAG mini figure…
Previewed here just a couple of weeks back, we can now bring you the full lowdown on Mirock Toy‘s contribution to Medicom‘s upcoming Vinyl Artist Gacha: Series 2, the “OTA scaled” Mirocku Maru! As with previous releases, the stunning mecha-diety features a 2.5″ tall 2-part design, coming in a selection of 5 randomly assorted colorways. With the little guysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy x Medicom’s “Mirocku Maru” VAG mini figure…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Tenacious Toys exclusive “Despair” keshi from Adam Quesnell…
“Despair is a demon from the 10th Circle of Hell; the level where people who make bad cinematic adaptations of classic toy properties are flayed for eternity. Not your average demon, Despair suffers from severe anxiety disorder and crippling depression. Satan himself even banished Despair from Hell for being a major bummer… Cast out uponContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Tenacious Toys exclusive “Despair” keshi from Adam Quesnell…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Half Galaxy” Real Uamou sofubi…
Uamou‘s Half Galaxy Week came to a close over the weekend with a fourth and final release, the “Half Galaxy” Real Uamou! The latest iteration of Uamou’s RealxHead Chaosman, this stunning 7″ tall figure has been treated to a breathtaking paint app courtesy of Master Gotto that blends both “black” and “metallic blue” variants of Uamou’s signature “Galaxy”Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Half Galaxy” Real Uamou sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink” and “Grey” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…
With the first batch of Elder Demons now winging their way to lucky collector’s homes, DeathCat Toys‘ Johan Ulrich has revealed that the series will be returning soon in 2 all-new colorways! Designed by DeathCat’s Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the pair – Oni Mira and the newly titled Red Pharaoh – have been heavily inspired by Bikkuriman andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink” and “Grey” Elder Scrolls keshi from DeathCat Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…
Having recently debuted at Wonderfestival Winter 2015, KtoKto‘s Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 returns for it’s first official online release! Inspired by a mix of both classic monster designs and 80s Japanese horror toys – including the iconic MaBa Zombies – this second wave once again features a total of 3 different designs; a quad-eyed Werewolf, Creature from the Black Lagoon andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// KtoKto‘s “Unpainted Green” Kaibutsu (Monster) Series 2 and more…”
MAN-E-NEWS// YS Planning’s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom “1st Colorway” sofubi minis…
Having debuted and instantly sold out at Wonderfestival just a couple of weeks back, YS Planning‘s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom series returns for it’s first official online release! Designed and sculpted by the original sculptor of Neclos Fortress, Shigeo Uchida, the first wave of 3″ finger puppet-style minis features a total of 3 different designs inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// YS Planning’s Ragaburugu of the Temple of Doom “1st Colorway” sofubi minis…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s officially licensed Astro-Mu 5 reboot announced…
After nearly 8 years on the drawing board, Super7 are proud to reveal that they’ve been given the green-light to bring back Nakajima’s iconic Astro-Mu 5 series! A huge inspiration for some of the most highly sought after sofubi around at the moment – Paul Kaiju’s Mr REE and Ilu Ilu’s Tokio Supernova in particular – theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Super7’s officially licensed Astro-Mu 5 reboot announced…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Titanium” Skull Chief sofubi from GUUMON x Scumbags and Superstars…
The guys over at apparel brand Scumbags & Superstars have teamed up with GUUMON for a special micro-run of custom “Titanium” Skull Chiefs! Standing at around 4″ tall (a little larger than a baseball), the mascot head figures have been produced in a chromed soft vinyl this time around, coming with a multitude of clear metallic sprays in GUUMON’s signatureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Titanium” Skull Chief sofubi from GUUMON x Scumbags and Superstars…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s “Mustard” BETA sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…
Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a limited supply of Shimomoku’s beautiful BETA sofubi mini! The third figure in the artist’s ongoing Kinokeshi series, the little chap retains the same porcelain like qualities as both Lampu and Makori, this time coming with a unique design that features 4 fully articulated legs that can be neatlyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Shimomoku’s “Mustard” BETA sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Kappa Borg and Frozen Kappa Shonen sofubi from Comet Debris…
Koji Harmon over at Comet Debris is proud to reveal that he’ll be dropping not one, but two new figures in-store this weekend! First up, we have the breathtaking Kappa Borg… Produced in an unpainted clear soft vinyl, this mini-mid sized Kappa Kid has been treated to “mechanical engineering” by Chanmen in the form ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Kappa Borg and Frozen Kappa Shonen sofubi from Comet Debris…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Half Galaxy” Bastard sofubi mini from Uamou…
Coming a little late to the game, we bring you the third release in Uamou‘s ongoing “Half Galaxy” week, the Bastard sofubi mini! Designed by Studio Uamou and hand-painted by Master Goto, this breathtaking colorway blends both “black” and “metallic blue” variants of Uamou’s signature “Galaxy” paint app to dream-like effect. Currently available at Uamou’s Tokyo-based storeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Half Galaxy” Bastard sofubi mini from Uamou…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Avalon and Monochochin sofubi from Science Patrol…
Whilst the recently featured Oyasumi Punpun sofubi won’t be seeing an online release due to licensing restrictions, creator Science Patrol has revealed that a number of other figures from the recent Wonderfestival Winter 2015 will be up for grabs in-store this weekend! Seeing new editions of the artist’s hugely popular yokai inspired figures, flagship character, the benevolent hatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Avalon and Monochochin sofubi from Science Patrol…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Hateball’s “Therefore, Ghost” and “Unmuscle” mini figures…
Justin over at Hateball has revealed that he’ll have a whole slew of new products touching down online this week, including not one, but two new mini figure releases! First up, we have the debut of the “Therefore, Ghost”. A collaboration with our very own Tru:Tek, the “treasure box homage toy” has been booted fromContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Hateball’s “Therefore, Ghost” and “Unmuscle” mini figures…”
MAN-E-NEWS// SKULLMARK’s Commander Nizard sofubi at Toy Underground…
Having kicked things off with the release of Commander Cytron last month, Galaxy Commanders – the debut line from Hong Kong-based sofubi toy producers SKULLMARK – has just received its second retail release through Toy Underground! Directly inspired by obscure 1977 action figure line “Starroid Raiders” from Hong Kong’s Tomland, the latest figure in the series comes in the formContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// SKULLMARK’s Commander Nizard sofubi at Toy Underground…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab February lottery sales…
Regular as clockwork, Elegab is proud to reveal that his lottery sales for February are now live! Keeping up the momentum of last month’s release, a total of 4 figures are up for grabs again – tank beast Warsgon, standing at just over 9″ tall and coming in a clear yellow vinyl with metallic green, blue, red and yellow sprays; constructionContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab February lottery sales…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s Mirocku Maru VAG figure revealed…
It would appear that the next round of Medicom Toy‘s Vinyl Artist Gacha will be dropping soon, as Mirock Toy reveal their entry into the ongoing sofubi mini series, the “OTA scaled” Mirocku Maru! As with previous releases, the stunning mecha-diety features a 2.5″ tall 2-part design, coming in a selection of 5 randomly assorted colorways forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s Mirocku Maru VAG figure revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Rotten Tomato Balls from Joe Whiteford…
The Disarticulators and Disart ToyLabs have teamed up with none other than Joe Whiteford for a whole slew of custom releases that’ll be dropping throughout the year, the first coming in the form of these absolutely stunning Rotten Tomato Balls! Designed by Triclops, sculpted by Zectron and produced in resin by Tru:Tek, the pair ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Rotten Tomato Balls from Joe Whiteford…”
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