MAN-E-NEWS// September’s OTMFG release from October Toys…

The guys over at October Toys are gearing up for the imminent coming of both Halloween and DCon ’14 with September’s OTMFG release, proudly presenting the “Midnight” Mini Gwin and the debut of all-new figure Vincent in flesh! Based on the Scott Tolleson-designed Designer Con logo, the 1.5″ tall Vincent – along with Linux mascotContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// September’s OTMFG release from October Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Skulor: The Worm King resin figure from ERA Sculpture…

Having worked on numerous art toy figures over the past year – including Radioactive Uppercut’s 8-Ball and Blurble’s Sparrow to name but two – Joshua Sutton over at ERA Sculpture has finally decided to unleash his own resin toy, proudly presenting Skulor: The Worm King! Designed/sculpted by Josh and produced by Dubose Art, the hideous iron-jawed,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skulor: The Worm King resin figure from ERA Sculpture…”

MAN-E-NEWS// NolanJP x Disart ToyLabs’ “Iceclops” mini figure coming soon…

Originally revealed as a near-finished clay proto way back here in early July, we’re very proud today to be able to reveal that NolanJP‘s second movie themed GPK-style figure, Iceclops, is finally undergoing production courtesy of Tru:Tek over at the Disart ToyLabs! Paying tribute to Ray Harryhausen’s iconic beast from 1958′s The 7th Voyage of Sinbad, the ingenious mash-up of monster andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// NolanJP x Disart ToyLabs’ “Iceclops” mini figure coming soon…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Utrom/Krang inspired “Oot Keshi” from Plastic Playhouse…

Originally releasing in extremely limited numbers last year, Rick Dries aka PlasticPlayhouse’s awesome “Oot Keshi” figure has returned for one final outing! Based on the brain-like “Utrom” aliens in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – the most prolific of course being Krang – the originally sculpted figure features an aesthetic similar to Neca’s now cancelled TMNT series, opting for aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Utrom/Krang inspired “Oot Keshi” from Plastic Playhouse…”

MAN-E-NEWS// AshMadeThis’ “Swag Hipster” one-off Bartholio for the Plastik Schmack group show…

Whilst fans are going to have to wait until NYCC for the next official painted run, AshMadeThis‘ hilarious Bartholio is set to return for Streets of Beige’s upcoming Plastik Schmack group show as a one-off “Swag Hipster” custom! Kit-bashed by our very own Tru:Tek with sculpted elements from NolanJP, the vintage Beavis bandy toy hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// AshMadeThis’ “Swag Hipster” one-off Bartholio for the Plastik Schmack group show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu at STGCC…

With SGTCC opening it’s doors tomorrow morning, master toy maker Daniel Yu has just revealed a whole slew of figures that he’ll have up for grabs at booth AA90! To all those lucky enough to be able to attend this weekend, here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll be able to pick up… The Footmen “NeonContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu at STGCC…”

MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Alien Gahm mini figure proto revealed…

Joining both Meowlty Cat and the GID Nekos in My Pocket playset (here), Johan Ulrich over at DeathCat Toys has just unveiled yet another all-new figure he’ll be bringing along to Monster Island x GNOSIS NYCC booth (#402 The Block) next month, the happy drunk, Alien Gahm! Inspired by classic goofy kaiju monsters, the keshi-styledContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Alien Gahm mini figure proto revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Tropic & Oceanic” Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…

Hot off the heals of last week’s Bastard release (check them here if like us, you missed them!), the guys over at Uamou are proud to reveal that their “Fortune Uamou” sofubi minis are the latest to receive the “Tropic & Oceanic” treatment! Standing at around 2.75″ tall each, the finger puppet style figures haveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Tropic & Oceanic” Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Bad Knight resin mini figure from Peter Kato…

Peter Kato comes with the final part of his recent trifecta of releases with the introduction of an all-new figure- The Bad Knight! Originally due to be the follow-up to last years Ninja-Robo release, the figure was put on the back burner until Peter had a fuller grasp of 3D software, being picked up againContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Bad Knight resin mini figure from Peter Kato…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s “Metalhead” resin mini figure for SGTCC ’14…

As promised in our reveal of the Footmen last week, we bring you yet another mini figure that artist Daniel Yu will be debuting at SGTCC this coming weekend (9/6-9/7)… the awesome Metalhead! Once again using the trusted Playmobil figure as a base for his creation, Daniel’s beautifully sculpted figure takes elements from punk and metalContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s “Metalhead” resin mini figure for SGTCC ’14…”

MAN-E-NEWS// True Cast Studio’s PVC “The Walking Dud” mini figures…

Having overseen numerous hand cast releases over the past year, Marty “THEGODBEAST” Hansen over at True Cast Studio is proud to reveal that The Walking Dud mini figures will finally be debuting in PVC this weekend! Produced in China at the prestigious Onell Design factory, the fully articulated, Glyos compatible figures will be available inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// True Cast Studio’s PVC “The Walking Dud” mini figures…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s “Footmen” resin mini figures revealed…

With STGCC ’14 in just a couple of weeks time, super-sculptor Daniel Yu has started to reveal the line-up of new figures he’ll be unveiling at his booth- starting with the awesome Footmen minis! Riding on the recent TMNT resurgence, Daniel’s latest custom Playmobil figure takes direct inspiration from the 1989 cartoon’s Foot Soldier minions –Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Daniel Yu’s “Footmen” resin mini figures revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Nerdone x DeathCat Toys’ NYCC exclusive GID “Nekos in My Pocket” playset announced…

With the success of the first round of “Nekos in My Pocket” tucked firmly under their belt, Nerdone and Johan of DeathCat Toys have revealed that they’ll be teaming up again for an NYCC exclusive glow in the dark run! Presumably featuring the same template as the original playset release, we’re guessing that a paintedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Nerdone x DeathCat Toys’ NYCC exclusive GID “Nekos in My Pocket” playset announced…”

MAN-E-NEWS// August’s OTMFG release from October Toys…

The guys over at October Toys are offering fans a chance to beat the heat with August’s offering of citrusy Summer-inspired OTMFG figures! Seeing the return of the Matt Doughty/Lamour Supreme designed Zombie Pheyden in an eye-catching clear “Lemon”, the 2″ undead Glyos is joined by the latest version of George Gaspar’s curious looking Broctal, coming in at a microContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// August’s OTMFG release from October Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ “Worshipping Native” sofubi minis revealed…

Joining the recently teased “Pea Shooter Mobile” and “RAMPAGE KAIBUTSUYA” (‘giant monster animal shop’), Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has just revealed yet another 2 figures that’ve hit the wax ready for a debut release at Superfestival next month! Whilst we still can’t confirm what the pair of worshipping natives are for, our guess isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ “Worshipping Native” sofubi minis revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Custom L.U.C.H.A resin mini figures from Topheroy x MannyX…

Fresh from his first L.U.C.H.A release just a couple of weeks back (check them out here), artist MannyX has just revealed that he’s teamed up with fellow customiser Topheroy for a special run of painted one-offs! 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 figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Custom L.U.C.H.A resin mini figures from Topheroy x MannyX…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Attack of the Mushroom People: Tropical Blanks from Gorgoloid…

Barry Allen aka Gorgoloid is proud to present a surprise drop of unpainted “Attack of the Mushroom People” resin figures! Created as homage to one of the artist’s all time favourite sources of inspiration, Matango, and out of a general interest in mycology mythology, the mini mushroom kaiju stand at around 3″ of solid, hand cast resin,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Attack of the Mushroom People: Tropical Blanks from Gorgoloid…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Green Green Army gacha minis from Point Panda…

Recently spotted over at the Kaiju-Lab blog, the guys over at Chinese toy company Point Panda have just unveiled their latest run of gacha-style minis, the Green Green Army! Consisting of 8 of the world’s most endangered animals – from the Amur Leopard right through to the Red Panda – each “Green Army Man” styleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Green Green Army gacha minis from Point Panda…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The MiniNikku resin one-offs from ToyAsObject…

The guys over at ToyAsObject are proud to announce their latest custom bootleg release, the MiniNikku resin mini figures! Kit-bashed and re-sculpted by Object’s Sean Gallagher from a number of different classic M.U.S.C.L.E figures, the pair have been cast by none other than Kris Dufler in a multitude of matching one-off resin tints. Due toContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MiniNikku resin one-offs from ToyAsObject…”

MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Mini Lilith resin figure teased…

With the recent success of the first run of Nekos in My Pocket mini figures tucked firmly under his belt, Johan Ulrich over at DeathCat Toys is proud to reveal yet another one of his figures is to receive the “mini” treatment, the beautiful Lilith! Currently undergoing resin production courtesy of DuBose Art, the triptych-style designContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// DeathCat Toys’ Mini Lilith resin figure teased…”