MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// WIP H.U.S.T.L.E “Skworm Hunter” 3 pack revealed…

With ‘Ed Skworm Vs. Min-E-Face finally hitting the Man-E-Toys store in little under an hour, we’ve decided to celebrate by exclusively revealing the next batch of incoming figures… the Skworm Hunters! Allies of Min-E-Face, the Skworm Hunters are due to come in a blistered pack featuring 3 all new designs; Skworm Hunter Grunt/Archer, Skworm HunterContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// WIP H.U.S.T.L.E “Skworm Hunter” 3 pack revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The exclusive Min-E-Face comic strip from Bigmantoys!

In celebration of the release of our very first H.U.S.T.L.E 2 pack tomorrow (check it out here), we are proud to present an exclusive comic strip from our good friend Lee over at Bigmantoys, featuring the series’ main protagonist, the mighty Min-E-Face! Before you take a look, we suggest giving Min-E’s brief backstory a readContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The exclusive Min-E-Face comic strip from Bigmantoys!”

MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The H.U.S.T.L.E ‘Ed Skworm Vs. Min-E-Face 2 pack dropping this Friday…

Right guys… after months of agonising set backs, the first batch of H.U.S.T.L.E mini figures are finally ready to drop! The debut toy line from our very own Tru:Tek, the “M.U.S.C.L.E” inspired series is set to feature a whole host of bootlegs, customs and original toys with more than a hint of 80’s nostalgia… DedicatedContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The H.U.S.T.L.E ‘Ed Skworm Vs. Min-E-Face 2 pack dropping this Friday…”

MAN-E-NEWS// October Toys’ OMFG Series 2 first test shot…

George Gaspar over at October Toys is proud to reveal the very first production test-shot of the upcoming OMFG Series 2 figures. Pictured here in a rather sleek looking green PVC rubber (which will unfortunately NOT be making it into the final colour exclusives), the 5 awesome designs just need one last tweak before headingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// October Toys’ OMFG Series 2 first test shot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The MOTU M.U.S.C.L.E customs from Voigt x Nilla…

Originally created back in early 2011, Wolf Voigt’s (of SolarColorDust fame) MOTU M.U.S.C.L.E figures have become some of the most highly sought after customs in the mini figure community to date. Produced in very limited batches of resin, the pair of figures (H-Man and Skeletor), were created by shrinking down the original MOTU action figuresContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MOTU M.U.S.C.L.E customs from Voigt x Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The return of Small Angry Monster…

Today we breathe a sigh of relief… as our good friend Adam Pratt aka Small Angry Monster announces his return to the art toy scene with a whole slew of awesome new work! Joining the highly anticipated custom Tuttz and Monster Magnets which should be debuting at NYCC next month, Adam will be opening theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The return of Small Angry Monster…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Banimon” Glyos compatible mini figures from Boris Savic…

Artist Boris Savic takes his first steps into the world of toy production, with the release of the Banimon Red Army Men & Apocalypse Guard Banigoth action figures! Based on his hit comic book series “Banimon”, the 2 micro-sized characters come fully Glyos compatible, featuring the same pegs which allow you to build with them andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Banimon” Glyos compatible mini figures from Boris Savic…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The B.U.F.F Press Podium Accessory from Muscle Things…

Joining the slew of new figure releases over the past couple of months, Alec over at Muscle Things is proud to present the very first B.U.F.F accessory… the Press Podium! Sculpted and cast by Alec in his special “black magic” rubber formula, the flesh coloured stand features microphones, press statement and even a blank diskContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The B.U.F.F Press Podium Accessory from Muscle Things…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Ironmask’s Dr Dark “Fistful of Aliens” custom…

Taking Yes! Toys’ Fistful of Aliens, a little known mini figure series from the late 90’s, Ironmask has set about working on custom versions of the many subset “Shaddows” bosses that never made it into production… the first being the rather sweet looking Dr Dark! Sculpted to fit the scale of the original line, the 1″Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ironmask’s Dr Dark “Fistful of Aliens” custom…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Spinning Head Sunshine x Spinshine from Brown Noize Productions x Muscle Things…

Following our look at the 3D printouts last month (find out more here), Alec over at Muscle Things has just posted the very first test shot of Brown Noize Production’s highly anticipated Spinning Head Sunshine x Spinshine M.U.S.C.L.E custom! Although not an official reveal (the above shot was taken from the Muscle Things banner), it’s greatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Spinning Head Sunshine x Spinshine from Brown Noize Productions x Muscle Things…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Grim Jim” GPK Cheap Toy custom from Eric Nilla…

After what has seemed like an age since it’s first reveal (find out more here), Eric Nilla‘s incredible “Grim Jim” GPK Cheap Toy custom is finally available for public consumption! Sculpted to fit perfectly amongst the original 80’s mini figures, Grim Jim offers a near perfect representation of the original trading card design, featuring theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Grim Jim” GPK Cheap Toy custom from Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The B.A.S.T.A.R.D Tropical Twin Pack from Triclops…

With both TAG and UoM exclusives now out of the way, Triclops are delighted to announce the launch of Wave 1 of their Tropical Twinpack ‘B.A.S.T.A.R.D’ , handmade resin figures! Featuring the much loved Ballock alongside new addition Eye$cream, the pair have been cast in a fruity orange and apple combo of colours (1 orange, 1 appleContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The B.A.S.T.A.R.D Tropical Twin Pack from Triclops…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Apple Green” Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…

Riding high off the sell-out success of her debut resin figure, the Monster Embryo “Blue”, Penny Taylor of Taylored Curiosities wastes no time in revealing the next colourway, the sumptuous “Apple Green”… As with the initial release, the adorable little creatures have been hand cast by Penny, coming complete with hand painted eyes and customContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Apple Green” Monster Embryos from Taylored Curiosities…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Chibi Poo-Shine from Whisky Sasquatch x Eric Nilla…

Continuing the endless release of awesome M.U.S.C.L.E customs this year, the elusive Whisky Sasquatch (can you guess who he is?!) is proud to present his latest figure, the hilarious Chibi Poo-Shine! Ingeniously customising the original Sunshine robot M.U.S.C.L.E into a micro “chibi” size, the figure is set to come with 4 interchangeable heads; Moon Shine,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Chibi Poo-Shine from Whisky Sasquatch x Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Mini Zingmera “Blue” resin figure from Kobzilla…

After purchasing Kobzilla‘s awesome Kruzilla resin a while back, we had high hopes that the Thailand based artist would translate the winged beast into mini form… Well, he’s gone one better than that with the reveal of an all-new character in condensed-form, the Mini Zingmera Blue! Inspired by the mythical Thai lion “Singha”, the greatContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mini Zingmera “Blue” resin figure from Kobzilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The TAKO CUBES from Peter Kato…

It’s been a while since we heard anything from Mr Kato, so it came with great pleasure this week to find out that he’s been putting the final touches to a whole new wave of figures! Whilst it will be sad to see the likes of Fright Bite and Man-Nie head into retirement, we simplyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The TAKO CUBES from Peter Kato…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sitting” Adam Bomb custom from Eric Nilla…

Following the “Grim Jim” custom we posted last month (find out more here), Eric Nilla has just revealed details of his latest GPK Cheap Toy release, the “Sitting” Adam Bomb! Arguably the most popular (and elusive!) figure from classic 80’s mini figure line, Eric has kit-bashed and re-sculpted the standing figure to better represent theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Sitting” Adam Bomb custom from Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New Gorewad Monsters from Ironmask x Eric Nilla…

Following the teaser images we posted a while back, Ironmask of Ironhaus Productions is proud to present the latest batch of Gorewad Monsters! A joint project between Ironmask and Eric Nilla, the micro-sized figures have been produced to run alongside their bigger brothers, The Universe of Violence. Initially coming in a set of 3 (picturedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New Gorewad Monsters from Ironmask x Eric Nilla…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Sergey Safonov’s Dream Boat, Bayloom Shaker and the Flirps…

Continuing his work in the world of porcelain, Russian artist Sergey Safonov kindly shares with us details of his latest wave of objet d’art… Skilfully blending the aesthetic beauty of his characters and themes with utilitarian, everyday objects, Sergey’s first two pieces come in the form of the Dream Boat dish (candle holder) and BayloomContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Sergey Safonov’s Dream Boat, Bayloom Shaker and the Flirps…”

MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG! Series 3 submissions…

With the final submissions for OMFG! Series 3 due last week, George Gaspar over at October Toys has finally managed to organise the staggering 144 entries ready for voting. Although down from last time (stricter requirements and a much shorter deadline has resulted in a drop of around 300 submissions), competition has been as fierce as ever,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// OMFG! Series 3 submissions…”