MAN-E-NEWS// The L.U.C.H.A custom bootleg mini figures from MannyX…

Artist MannyX has just revealed that he’ll be returning to the bootleg mini figure ring with his latest resin series, L.U.C.H.A! Kit-bashed and re-sculpted from a number of M.U.S.C.L.E figures as well an assortment of other classic vintage toys, the motley crew of 4 wrestlers have been rescast by the artist in a keshi-gomu styleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The L.U.C.H.A custom bootleg mini figures from MannyX…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink Punch” Sippy Shortstraw resin figure from UME Toys…

With the summer in full swing over here in the UK it’s time to chill out with a long drink, and what better way to cool down than to with UME Toys‘ Sippy Shortstraw in an all-new “Pink Punch” colourway! Standing at just under 3″ tall (around 4.5″ with her resin straw), the originally sculpted figure hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Pink Punch” Sippy Shortstraw resin figure from UME Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Custom M.U.S.C.L.E mini figures from Topheroy…

Following the success of his custom S.U.C.K.L.E run a few months back, Kaiju sprayer Topheroy turns his hand to mini figures once more with the reveal of 20 one of a kind M.U.S.C.L.E hand paints! Treated to a wide spectrum of Monster Kolor sprays and brushed detailing, the vintage 2″ PVC figs can currently be found in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom M.U.S.C.L.E mini figures from Topheroy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “El Kaiju” keshi mini figure from Eric Nilla…

Custom keshi master Eric Nilla has just unveiled his latest original figure, the El Kaiju lucha libre wrestler! Drawing inspiration from afar a field as kinkeshi right through to classic kaiju, the stunning hand sculpted piece stands at an oversized 2.5″ tall, making him the perfect companion to the original Nilla x Ironmask UoV “Boss” figures.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “El Kaiju” keshi mini figure from Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-PROMO// AshMadeThis x Disart ToyLabs’ OG Hand Paint and Keshi edition Bartholios available now…

Originally featured here last week, we are very proud to reveal that the AshMadeThis x Disart ToyLabs‘ Bartholio custom bootleg figures are now finally up for grabs online! Inspired by Ash’s hugely popular pin badge design of the same name, the hilarious mash-up of iconic 90′s cartoons has been booted by Disart’s Tru:Tek from a vintage 4″ Beavis bendy toy,Continue reading “MAN-E-PROMO// AshMadeThis x Disart ToyLabs’ OG Hand Paint and Keshi edition Bartholios available now…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Frank” Deformate keshi from Newtervison…

Joining the previously unveiled Karnov mini, Newtervision is proud to present yet another all-new keshi that’ll be touching down at the “Paralyzing Toys” Wonderfestival booth next Sunday, July 27th, the Japanese cheap-toy styled Frank! The first figure in the artist’s “Deformate” series, Frankenstein’s monster has been beautifully realised in a super-deformed 2″ scale, featuring aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Frank” Deformate keshi from Newtervison…”

MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The “Bartholio” custom bootleg from AshMadeThis x Disart ToyLabs…

Originally teased here a few weeks back, we’re very proud to reveal the latest collaboration between tattoo artist AshMadeThis and the Disart ToyLabs… the “Bartholio” custom bootleg! Inspired by Ash’s hugely popular pin badge design of the same name, the hilarious mash-up of iconic 90’s cartoons has been booted by Disart’s Tru:Tek from a vintage 4″Continue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The “Bartholio” custom bootleg from AshMadeThis x Disart ToyLabs…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed Karnov keshi from Newtervision…

Keshi collectors heading to Wondefestival next weekend are going to be in for a treat, as not only can they expect the previously posted figures from Zoomoth and Shamrock Arrow, Newtervision will also be throwing his hat into the ring with an all-new officially licensed Karnov keshi! Based on the lead protagonist in the obscure 1987 platformContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed Karnov keshi from Newtervision…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Wondefestival Summer 14 exclusive Azteckaiser keshi from Shamrock Arrow…

Joining Zoomoth’s recently revealed mini figures, Shamrock Arrow are the latest to announce their one-day licensed exclusives for Wonderfestival Summer 14 next weekend, once again taking on Tsuburaya’s cult tokusatsu wrestling show Azteckaiser with 2 all-new keshi sculpts! Seeing the return of “Hell of Fresh Blood” in a slightly altered, sword wielding pose, the masked fighter is joinedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Wondefestival Summer 14 exclusive Azteckaiser keshi from Shamrock Arrow…”

MAN-E-UPDATE// The “Nekos in My Pocket” playset from DeathCat Toys x Nerdone…

Johan Ulrich over at DeathCat Toys very kindly sheds a little more light on his upcoming collaboration with Nerdone, the “Nekos in My Pocket” playset! An ingenious mix of both keshi and sofubi, the super-fun set is due to feature 2 of Johan’s monochromatic rubber Death Cat minis housed in a fully painted MOTULOS castleContinue reading “MAN-E-UPDATE// The “Nekos in My Pocket” playset from DeathCat Toys x Nerdone…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed “Splatterhouse” keshi 2-pack from Zoomoth…

As if the officially licensed Contra keshi revealed yesterday wasn’t enough, the guys over at Zoomoth have announced that they’ll be bringing back both Sack Head and Rick Taylor Splatterhouse figures for a special Wonderfestival exclusive 2-pack release! A perfect set for both newcomers and completists alike, both of the 2.5″ tall keshi have been produced in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed “Splatterhouse” keshi 2-pack from Zoomoth…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Rejects Series 1…

Continuing the keshi-themed SDCC reveals today, DKE Toys are proud to present their latest collaboration with The Super Sucklord, the S.U.C.K.L.E Rejects Series 1 set! Created in a similar vein to the artist’s annual “Rejects” release, the pack features a total of 4 frankenstein designs, each mashed up from figures across both series 1 and 1.5 andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Rejects Series 1…”

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

In honour of his birthday this month, October Toys‘ George Gaspar has chosen two new flesh coloured mini figure friends for July’s OTMFG release! Featuring the artist’s original 1.5″ tall Brocotal figure, the little guy is joined by Mini Gwin, a 1″ reinterpretation of Linux logo mascot “Tux”, created by Larry Ewing/The GIMP and sculpted byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// July’s OTMFG release from October Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive Necro Klaw from MuscleThings Laboratories…

DKE Toys have teamed up with none other than MuscleThings for their latest SDCC exclusive reveal, proudly presenting the Necro Klaw custom keshi! Featuring a digitally scanned rendition of the iconic M.U.S.C.L.E Claw figure, the sculpt has been subtly altered by MT, coming with additional detail on the face finger, a number of oozing wounds,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive Necro Klaw from MuscleThings Laboratories…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed Contra keshi from Zoomoth…

With Wonderfestival Summer ’14 coming up in just a couple of weeks time, the guys over at Zoomoth have just revealed the latest (and quite possibly greatest) 1 day license they’ve secured for the event, taking on Konami’s classic run-and-gun platformer Contra! Focussing on one of the game’s main protagonists Lance Bean, the cigar huffingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The officially licensed Contra keshi from Zoomoth…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive RTF Robo GID figure from Robo Toy Fest…

The guys behind Pasadena’s Robo Toy Fest are the latest to feature in DKE Toys‘ already staggering line-up of handmade SDCC exclusives, proudly presenting the RTF Robo GID figure! Digitally sculpted in the classic 2″ keshi scale, the vintage super robot-styled figure has been cast up in a soft glow in the dark plastic forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The SDCC exclusive RTF Robo GID figure from Robo Toy Fest…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Death Cat Toys x Nerdone “Nekos in My Pocket” playset teased…

Johan Ulrich over at Death Cat Toys has just revealed that he will be teaming up with Nerdone for a very special collaborative release, the “Neko in My Pocket” playset! Due to feature a reduced 2″ version of Johan’s signature Deathcat, the figure has been cast up by none other than Dubose Art in aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Death Cat Toys x Nerdone “Nekos in My Pocket” playset teased…”

MAN-E-NEWS// SDCC exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Series 1.5 from The Sucklord x DKE Toys…

DKE Toys team up with The Super Sucklord for today’s SDCC reveal, proudly presenting S.U.C.K.L.E Series 1.5 in an exclusive yellow and orange set! The first time all 5 figures have been released together since their Kickstarter exclusive release in GID and clear, the George Gaspar sculpted minis feature a number of oddball characters from theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// SDCC exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Series 1.5 from The Sucklord x DKE Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Lampu “Skull Mask Version” sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…

Lulubell Toys are proud to reveal that they’ve secured another limited batch of Shimomoku of Japan‘s Lampu (Mischievous Fairy) sofubi mini! Taken from the ongoing Kinokeshi series, the adorable little guy stands at around 2.5″ tall, coming with 2 points of articulation in the shoulders and a removable magnetic skull mask. Cast up in bright green soft vinyl forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Lampu “Skull Mask Version” sofubi mini at Lulubell Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake’s “Rolly Poly the Bomb” first release announced…

Teased here just a couple of weeks back, Kikkake‘s latest sofubi series “Rolly Polly the Bomb” will be making it’s debut online this week! Drawing inspiration from the classic “Weeble” roly poly toys of the 1970′s, the series is set to feature 3 different ball-shaped designs; reoccurring characters the Iron Monkey and Clown, alongside new addition, the Iron Skull,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Kikkake’s “Rolly Poly the Bomb” first release announced…”