MAN-E-NEWS// The “Puppet Muscles” keshi from Bigmantoys…

Lee Burbridge over at Bigmantoys kindly shares with us the first of 2 releases he’ll have up for grabs later this week, proudly presenting the long awaited debut of the Puppet Muscles! Heavily inspired by Full Moon’s cult horror flick “The Puppet Master”, the pair – Blade and Tunneler – have been digitally sculpted byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Puppet Muscles” keshi from Bigmantoys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Uncut’s “Crystal 13” Splatter Retsuden keshi from Uncut…

Hot on the heals of the recently released Maniac Police (check them out here), Uncut‘s Kotobuki Man has just teased the fourth instalment in his ongoing Splatter Retsuden series, this time around taking on Friday 13th’s Jason Voorhees for a figure rather aptly dubbed Crystal 13! Whilst we’re still awaiting a full reveal, it wouldContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Uncut’s “Crystal 13” Splatter Retsuden keshi from Uncut…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “1st Anniversery” Halloween 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 “1st Anniversery” Halloween Despair keshi from Adam Quesnell…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monsterex” keshi from Alien Robot Monster…

Teased here just a few days back, we can now reveal that the mini “Monsterex” keshi from A.R.M (Alien Robot Monster) will be up for grabs this week! Directly inspired by one of the many foes found in the classic TMNT Adventures comics, the ingenious mix of Universal Monsters – including elements from the Creature from theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Monsterex” keshi from Alien Robot Monster…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pumpkin Spice” Errants sofubi from UhOh Toys…

Marking our third Halloween tinged post today, Aaron Arel over at UhOh Toys introduces his latest round of Errants sofubi, the “Pumpkin Spice” edition! Consisting of all 3 2.5″ tall designs from the series; “Roku” the scientist owl, “Cutty” the cowboy bull and “Verge” the space faring lizard, the adorable 2 part figures appear to have been cast inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pumpkin Spice” Errants sofubi from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co’s “Dino Brothers” Monster Boogie sofubi revealed…

Whilst we patiently wait for the arrival of James Groman and Toy Art Gallery’s “BC Blasters”, Mark Nagata over at Max Toy Co has just revealed that yet more dino/tank related madness will be dropping soon in the form of the “Dino Brothers” Monster Boogie sofubi! Taking on a much more eastern look than theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Max Toy Co’s “Dino Brothers” Monster Boogie sofubi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s October release revealed…

Singapore-based artist Daniel Yu has just unveiled a whole slew of new figures that’ll be touching down in his online store in just a few minutes time! Featuring the return of Gourdlike, Jiangshi Acolyte, Wilbur and more in a selection of blank and painted colorways – including Daniel’s signature “Unicorn Barf” – these are joinedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s October release revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mr Rucksack” keshi from Kuidaore Toy…

Up and coming keshi producer Kuidaore Toy are proud to announce the release of their debut mini figure, the awesome Mr Rucksack! Heavily inspired by Kinnikuman’s obscure knock-off figures, the pachi-style keshi has been hand sculpted by Kuidaore at an authetically scaled 2″ tall, coming factory produced in a flesh-tone, keshi-style rubber. Packed with a companion stickerContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Mr Rucksack” keshi from Kuidaore Toy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Alien Robot Monster’s “Monsterex” keshi revealed…

Finally bowing to the requests of his legions of fans, A.R.M (Alien Robot Monster) is proud to reveal that his debut toy “Monsterex” has been reduced down to M.U.S.C.L.E size for a special keshi release! Directly inspired by one of the many foes found in the classic TMNT Adventures comics, the ingenious mix of Universal MonstersContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Alien Robot Monster’s “Monsterex” keshi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “GID” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi from DeathCat Toys…

They’ve been a little while in coming, but the first round of painted Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi from DeathCat Toys will finally be up for grabs this week! Designed by DeathCats’ Johan Ulrich and sculpted by KtoKto, the 2.5″ tall Bikkuriman/Ma-Ba-style split torso minis – Oni Mira and the Red Pharoah – have been produced inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The painted “GID” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi from DeathCat Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Errants” sofubi from UhOh Toys…

Hot on the heels of earlier’s “Paco Taco” post, we can reveal yet another exclusive that Clutter Magazine will have up for grabs at NYCC ’15 come opening time tomorrow, a fresh round of hand painted Errants sofubi from UhOh Toys! Whilst details remain pretty scarce, it would appear that the release is set to featureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Errants” sofubi from UhOh Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Showdown” Zinewolf set from Hateball…

“So it’s pretty obvious, right? In the grand scheme of things, with all things considered, Hateball is a Spider-Man person. Not a Batman person; Superman doesn’t even rate, and it’s pretty silly to compare a singular and complex hero with a group or a team like X- or League so even if I didn’t WANTContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Showdown” Zinewolf set from Hateball…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Paco Taco” sofubi from Scott Tolleson x Pobber Toys…

Clutter Magazine have teamed up with Scott Tolleson and Pobber Toys for a special NYCC ’15 exclusive version of Kookie No Good’s decidedly grumpy Mexican follow-up, Paco Taco! Standing at 3″ tall, the adorable little chap has been produced in a “non-seasoned” pink Japanese vinyl this time around, complete with purple, dark pink and whiteContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Paco Taco” sofubi from Scott Tolleson x Pobber Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New “Zinewolf” keshi from Hateball…

Hot on the heels of the recent “Gourdon” treasure box release, Justin Jewett of Hateball fame is proud to reveal that a fresh batch of Zinewolf keshi have just touched down online! Originally releasing as part of the “Zinkeshi” release a few months back, the little guy has been reduced, prototyped and produced by ourContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Zinewolf” keshi from Hateball…”

MAN-E-NEWS// myplasticheart’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Ghost” Robo Tops from Inami Toyland…

Kevin Nam over at Inami Toyland is proud to reveal that his Robo Top resin figures will be making an appearance at NYCC ’15 next week in a myplasticheart exclusive “Ghost” colorway! Coming in at around 2″ tall by 2″ wide, the fully working, hand sculpted spinning top features an ingenious “rock, paper, scissors” style mechanic, with eachContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// myplasticheart’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Ghost” Robo Tops from Inami Toyland…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Magical” Iron Meat SFB from RESTORE…

Continuing the tradition of previous years, Clutter Magazine are proud to reveal that they’ve teamed up with RESTORE to offer up a special NYCC ’15 exclusive release… presenting the “Magical” Iron Meat SFB! Said to be the friend of the previously released “Neo Japan”, the lumbering cyborg – originally realised in garage kit form – hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Clutter’s NYCC ’15 exclusive “Magical” Iron Meat SFB from RESTORE…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New “Human Centipede” keshi from Geek Life…

With the first wave having sold out instantly last month, the guys over at Geek Life are proud to reveal that their officially licensed Human Centipede keshi is returning this week with the final 3 figures in the series! Featuring the lead atagonists from the first film – Jenny, Lindsay and Katsuro – each has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New “Human Centipede” keshi from Geek Life…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gourdon” treasure box keshi from Hateball…

“The treasure box is alive and well. Gourdon is alive and well… The *real* story of this little fellow is fairly nebulous: he could actually be the brains behind Mr. Zinewolf after all. Or he could be a cute little buddy. Or both. Regardless of all that, this miniature Halloween-fiend has everything it should take to makeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Gourdon” treasure box keshi from Hateball…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Science Patrol’s post-Superfestival 69 sale…

Japan-based sofubi producer Science Patrol has just unleashed a whole host of goodies leftover from last weekend’s Superfestival 69! Featuring a slew of figures both old and new, personal highlights include the pictured Hooded Jinmenken, “Bronze” Obakekoban, “Orange” Monochochin, “Electric Bubble” Slime Adjudicator, “Kamen Rider” Elemental Archmage and uber-cute “Metal Sensation” Beakie. Priced between justContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Science Patrol’s post-Superfestival 69 sale…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Dr Mirock Tank” keshi revealed…

Teased here late last month, we can now finally confirm that the mini “Dr Mirock Tank” from Mirock Toy is indeed a solid keshi (rubber) figure, and by the looks of it, we’ll be able to get our grubby little mits on one soon! Closely based on the original “Dr Mirock’s Strange Invention” figure, the claw-armed deity has beenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Dr Mirock Tank” keshi revealed…”