Gary Ham has revealed that he’s teamed up with the Wooper Looper’s sculptor Chauskoskis for an all-new micro run of the highly popular sofubi! Cast in the artist’s signature lime green, the soft vinyl figure has been painted up in 2 subtly different colourways; “Watermelon”, limited to an edition of 20 and coming with yellowContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Chauskoskis Edition Wooper Loopers…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s Luchador Stallion resin action figure teased…
Hot off the heals of our look at Gory Bomb just a couple of weeks back, it would appear sculpting powerhouse Daniel Yu is well on the way to completing yet another must have figure, the Luchador Stallion! Whilst we can’t confirm whether the piece adopts the same custom bootleg approach as the aforementioned G’Bomb,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s Luchador Stallion resin action figure teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// New Resin Billys and Micro Kongs from Scott Wilkowski…
Following the huge response for his entry into Blamo’s Billy Custom Show last December, resin maestro Scott Wilkowski is proud to reveal that a follow up run of “Infected” Resin Billy the Rabbits will be touching down in the TAG store this Friday, February 28th at 12pm PST! Double cast in a translucent blue resin withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Resin Billys and Micro Kongs from Scott Wilkowski…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Wizard Skull’s “Buff Slimer” figure teased…
Following the success of his “Sexy Ronald” collaboration with the Sucklord early last year, NYC based artist Wizard Skull has just revealed that he will be unleashing an all-new toy soon, proudly presenting Buff Slimer! Details on the release are still pretty thin on the ground at the moment, but it appears that the figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Wizard Skull’s “Buff Slimer” figure teased…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Spring Green” Pocket Rose Vampire sofubi from Super7…
With their green thumbs lying dormant all winter, the guys over at Super7 are excited to get back into the garden and plant some seeds… and possibly cultivate a new “Spring Green” Pocket Rose Vampire or 2! Whilst we’re still to see any shots of the new micro sofubi, we’re told that the latest Rose VampireContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Spring Green” Pocket Rose Vampire sofubi from Super7…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Church Agent and Panza SNC robot from The Mark Ultra…
After a brief hiatus from the scene, The Mark Ultra is proud to present the first 2 of a whole heap of new figures that’ll be coming over the next couple of months- the Church Agent and Panza SNC robot! Fitting nicely into The Mark Ultra’s ever growing universe of space freaks, the pair have beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Church Agent and Panza SNC robot from The Mark Ultra…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The MVH x SHB “Mutant Head Butt Attack” show at Rampage Studios…
Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Studios is gearing up for what has got to be one of the biggest events in neo-kaiju this year, the MVH x SHB “Mutant Head Butt Attack” show! Whilst the pieces are still forthcoming at the moment, we’re told to expect various customs from both Mutant Vinyl Hardcore and SkullContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MVH x SHB “Mutant Head Butt Attack” show at Rampage Studios…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The BEARD resin figure from UME Toys revealed…
Richard Page over at UME Toys hopes to spread his undying love of facial hair (on men that is!) with the reveal of his latest figure, the BEARD! Standing at around 3″ of the most expertly groomed, hand cast resin, the furry little guy comes complete with the obligatory top hat and ‘tache to finish offContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The BEARD resin figure from UME Toys revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The “Orange Creamsicle” Heathrow sofubi from Frank Kozik…
Teased here a couple of weeks back, Frank Kozik‘s Heathrow sofubi will finally be available in-store this Wednesday, February 26th at 2pm PST! Originally produced by Maqet and recently seeing a re-release in hand cast resin, the spikey mole-like creature will be making his debut in a micro 3″ format (mid-sized 5.5″ers to follow shortly!), comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Orange Creamsicle” Heathrow sofubi from Frank Kozik…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Exciting World Of Jalldoon Slimes: Wave 2 from Rampageo Industries…
Following the huge success of the Slime mini figures way back in the spring of last year, Rampageo Industries have bowed to the requests of fans and produced a second wave of Jalldoon inhabitants! Featuring a total of 4 core designs; King Valdar, Princess Ikari, Delgon and General Skale, the cute little amorphous blobs rangeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Exciting World Of Jalldoon Slimes: Wave 2 from Rampageo Industries…”
MAN-E-NEWS// “Acid” Yaghan and Jyujin sofubi from GEEK! x Mandarake…
Mandarake have lined up yet another 2 must have exclusives, proudly presenting the Acid Yaghan and Jyujin “Therianthrope” (the metamorphosis of humans into animals) from GEEK! Sporting 2 of the most flamboyant paint jobs we’ve seen in a while, the pair more than live up to their edition name, sporting a psychedelic inspired neon blue withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “Acid” Yaghan and Jyujin sofubi from GEEK! x Mandarake…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The History Monster Triffid kaiju from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…
Karz Works have teamed up with Medicom Toy for the release of their latest figure, the breathtaking History Monster Triffid! The first release in Karz Works’ latest ongoing series, “Classic Sci-Fi”, the beast has been heavily inspired by John Wyndham’s cult 1951 novel “Day of the Triffids”, resulting in one of the most unique lookingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The History Monster Triffid kaiju from Karz Works x Medicom Toy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Lizard King resin action figure from FEASTboy…
FEASTboy kindly shares details of his latest resin figure, immortalising infamous skater Lizard King as a 3.75″ custom bootleg! Kit-bashed, recast and painted by the artist, the figure comes packed on a Star Wars inspired custom backer, complete with authentic blister bubble and fully working skateboard accessory. Limited to an edition of just 5 piecesContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lizard King resin action figure from FEASTboy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Monoclon from Cojica Toys…
Joining the previously posted Zangira amongst the barrage of recently revealed Feb/Mar releases, Medicom Toy have secured an exclusive run of Cojica Toys‘ adorable sofubi, Monoclon! Once again cast up in a light flesh vinyl, the 17cm (6.5″) tall figure comes with a stunning mix of metallic orange, silver and graphite sprays. Touching down inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Monoclon from Cojica Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi from Kurobokan…
Teased here way back in November, Paulus Hyu‘s Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi is soon set to see the light of day courtesy of brand new toy company Kurobokan! Sculpted by Chauskoskis based on Hyu’s signature French bulldog design, the little guy has been given a fully-fledged body this time around, complete with articulation in the arms, legs and head. PicturedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Sleepwalker (Nimbus) sofubi from Kurobokan…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Painted Face resin multiple from Big Trubble x Anser…
Toronto based Laird Henderson aka Big Trubble has teamed up with established local street artist Anser for the release of the Painted Face resin sculpture! Based on the artist’s reoccurring character of the same name, the stunning 6″ tall piece was sculpt, moulded and cast in resin by Laird, with the finishing line work ratherContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Painted Face resin multiple from Big Trubble x Anser…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Exclusive “Black” Zangira from Yamomark…
Yamomark have teamed up with Medicom Toy for an exclusive version of the popular rooster kaiju, Zangira! Standing at a lofty 24cm (9.5″) tall, the figure has been cast up in a black soft vinyl this time around, replete with vintage-style silver, yellow and red sprays. Currently up for grabs through the Medicom Toy storeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom Exclusive “Black” Zangira from Yamomark…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Logan 5 “Sandman” custom bootleg from MOCJOES…
Famed for their custom GI Joe card backs, MOC JOE have just unveiled their first ever custom action figure, Sandman “Logan 5″ from the sci fi classic Logan’s Run! Kit-bashed from a variety of vintage 3.75” Star Wars figures, the film’s lead protagionist has been recast in a black resin, coming with a tight, factoryContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Logan 5 “Sandman” custom bootleg from MOCJOES…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Astro Boy inspired Sparrow micro run from Scott X3…
Blurble‘s Sparrow resin figure is set to receive an all-new Astro Boy inspired micro run courtesy of DuBose Art‘s newest member, Scott X3! Featuring a number of additional hand sculpted elements by the artist, including the iconic Tezuka character’s bolt-like hair and mounted hand jet, the 3″ tall figure has been recast in resin in-houseContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Astro Boy inspired Sparrow micro run from Scott X3…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Michael Skattum x Monster Worship’s new painted Slimebat run teased…
Originally debuting (and instantly selling out!) in a blank orange colourway back in October, Michael Skattum aka Draculazer’s Slimebat sofubi is set to receive it’s first painted outing soon! Produced by Monster Worship, the 6″ tall, 2 part figure appears to have been cast in a bright yellow soft vinyl this time around, with whatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Michael Skattum x Monster Worship’s new painted Slimebat run teased…”
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