Hot off the heals of a debut sell-out release at last week’s Super Festival 59, Lamour Supreme has just revealed the second edition of MOTUKO (Masters of the Universe Knock Off) as the black “Evil” variant! Similar in scale to the newly released MOTU series, the stunning fully articulated vinyl figure has been produced byContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Evil” Black MOTUKO from Lamour Supreme…”
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MAN-E-NEWS// UPDATE: ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face test pull shot #2…
As you may remember, we have been working on a couple of resin releases over the last few months, with our first M.U.S.C.L.E bootleg 2 pack, ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face, finally nearing completion (find out more about their progress here and here). Today we reveal the latest colour-test pull shot from Steve Patt over at Papagrim Toys-Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// UPDATE: ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face test pull shot #2…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Lamour’s Мишка Be@rbrick in colour plus the MOTUKO sofubi…
Мишка are proud to reveal that their recent Be@rbrick Series 23 entry will be getting the full colour treatment! Designed by Lamour Supreme, the stunning piece has been adorned with all manner of monstrous Мишка imagery, made all the more better with his trademark use of vibrant colours; with magenta ears/brains, classic blue Keep Watch iris, andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Lamour’s Мишка Be@rbrick in colour plus the MOTUKO sofubi…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Reject of Eternia’s White “Off” from Giant Japanese Monster, Bad!..
Following the recent sell-out success of C2E2 exclusive, “Cherry Bomb Off”, Giant Japanese Monster, Bad! is proud to reveal the latest colourway in the form of the blank “White Off” edition. The newest addition in the GJM,B! “Rejects of Eternia” resin simulation line, Off has been hand cast from an amalgamation of several different MOTUContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Reject of Eternia’s White “Off” from Giant Japanese Monster, Bad!..”
MAN-E-NEWS// The General Gorgax proto from Ben Spencer…
Making his long awaited debut at the Nerd City C2E2 booth last week, Galaxxor‘s arch nemesis Gorgax will finally be upon us soon! Designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer, and produced by Marty “Godbeast” Hansen, the resin prototype combines the recent Cyborg Space Barbarian horned head sculpt and MOTU inspired Galaxxor body to devestating effect.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The General Gorgax proto from Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// First test pull shot of our debut release, ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face!
We were greeted this morning with a very exciting e-mail from Steve Patt over at Papagrim Toys, who kindly sent us over the very first test-pull shot of our debut resin release, ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face! Following on from our extensive reveal a couple of weeks back (find out more here), Steve has since madeContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// First test pull shot of our debut release, ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face!”
MAN-E-FEATURE// ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face: Our debut resin mini figures coming soon!!!
[Above, ‘Ed Skworm & Min-E-Face WIP protos] After several months on the drawing board, we can finally reveal to you the first of 2 incoming resin toy drops from us here at MAN-E-TOYS! Inspired by a love of classic 80’s toys and cartoons, our debut release will be coming in the form of a customContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// ‘Ed Skworm vs. Min-E-Face: Our debut resin mini figures coming soon!!!”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Nerd City booth at C2E2 2012…
With excitement over the recently revealed ‘C2E2 exclusive’ Cyborg Space Barbarians reaching fever pitch, creator Ben Spencer has kindly taken some time out ahead of the Chicago con to give us an insight into what we can expect from himself and the rest of the Nerd City crew at their booth come Friday… “At thisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Nerd City booth at C2E2 2012…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Gammathrall’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Following the reveal of Orion Axe, Hallogrim, Drowlok and Wardraak over the past month, Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer is proud to present the fifth and final figure in the Cyborg Space Barbarian series, Gammathrall. Consisting of an expertly painted vintage MOTU body, with a horned-helmet sculpted by Ben and produced in resin by Marty “The Godbeast” Hansen, Gammathrall will be making his debutContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Gammathrall’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Orion Axe’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Following the divulge of Hallogrim, Drowlok and Wardraak a couple of weeks back, Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer has revealed the fourth figure in the Cyborg Space Barbarian series as Orion Axe. Consisting of an expertly painted vintage MOTU body, with a helmet sculpted by Ben and produced in resin by Marty “The Godbeast” Hansen, Orion Axe, Hallogrim, Drowlok and Wardraak will be making their debut alongsideContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Orion Axe’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Hallogrim’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Following the divulge of Drowlok and Wardraak last week, Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer has revealed the third figure in the Cyborg Space Barbarian series as Hallogrim. Consisting of an expertly painted vintage MOTU body, with a helmet sculpted by Ben and produced in resin by Marty “The Godbeast” Hansen, Hallogrim, Wardraak and Drowlok will be making their debut alongside anotherContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian ‘Hallogrim’ from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian Wardraak from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Following the divulge of Drowlok earlier this week, Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer has revealed the second figure in the Cyborg Space Barbarian series to be the mighty Wardraak. Consisting of an expertly painted vintage MOTU body, with horned helmet sculpted by Ben and produced in resin by Marty “The Godbeast” Hansen, Wardraak and Drowlok will beContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian Wardraak from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Rise of the Beasts’ mini figures from Little Rubber Guys x Plastic !magination…
Inspired by the recent resurgence of M.U.S.C.L.E inspired lines such as OMFG! and SLUGs, Jon Karis of Little Rubber Guys has been working on a Kickstarter campaign with Plastic !magination to produce his own series, the Rise of the Beasts. Reaching the required project funding of $11,000 yesterday, the Rise of the Beasts is setContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Rise of the Beasts’ mini figures from Little Rubber Guys x Plastic !magination…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian Drowlok from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Briefly mentioned in our interview with Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer a few weeks back (here), the first of General Gorgax’s Cyborg Barbarains has been revealed in the form of Drowlok. Set to debut at Nerd City’s C2E2 booth (number to follow) alongside another 4 of Gorgax’s henchmen, Drowlok features a helmet design sculpted by Ben and producedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Cyborg Space Barbarian Drowlok from Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The MAN-E-TOYS custom Pembelton Stranglefoot from UME Toys…
As featured here last Thursday, Rich over at UME Toys has decided to shun a general release for his long awaited Pembelton Stranglefoot figure in favour of a much more personal route- offering up one-of-a-kind customs to anyone looking to take the plunge in purchasing the beautiful resin toy. We wasted no time in requestingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MAN-E-TOYS custom Pembelton Stranglefoot from UME Toys…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…
Now in it’s ninth edition, Ben Spencer’s Galaxxor: Monster Hunter Robo figure has swiftly become one of the most sought after designer toys in the industry. Heavily influenced by the hunched 5.5″ action figures of the 70’s and 80’s, the series has gained a reputation through Ben’s instantly recognisable sculpt, a seemingly endless supply ofContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// Exclusive interview with Galaxxor creator Ben Spencer…”
MAN-E-REVEAL// The MOTU [ALT] ETERNIA custom series from Adam Pratt x MAN-E-TOYS…
We mentioned at the weekend that we would be announcing a massive new custom project from artist Adam Pratt (featuring a little helping hand from MAN-E-TOYS!), so without further ado, we pass you over to the man himself to explain a little more about what to expect in the coming months. To all you MOTUContinue reading “MAN-E-REVEAL// The MOTU [ALT] ETERNIA custom series from Adam Pratt x MAN-E-TOYS…”
MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom toys of Adam Pratt…
Art toy creator/customiser and close friend of MAN-E-TOYS, Adam Pratt, has been hard at work on countless projects since we last delved into his work, and with a major announcement coming soon (more exclusively at MAN-E-TOYS on Monday!), we thought it was about time to get a recap on some of his latest work… WeContinue reading “MAN-E-FEATURE// The custom toys of Adam Pratt…”
SKEVADER: Skeletor x Vader Bust by Ryan Renders
Created by artist Ryan Renders for HalloweenCostumes‘ recent Darth Vader Helmet Art Contest, the aptly titled “Skevader” bust is the ultimate Star Wars x MOTU mash-up. Incorporating Skelitor’s deathly purple armour, haunting yellow skull and infamous Sword of Power, the full size replica was one of 25 entries created for the event. As I wasContinue reading “SKEVADER: Skeletor x Vader Bust by Ryan Renders”
UPDATE: Exclusive interview with “SATURDAY MORNING RPG” creator Josh Fairhurst
Featured a couple of weeks back here on the Tru:Teknology Files, upcoming iOS/Android game Saturday Morning RPG holds one of the most alluring premises we’ve ever heard; an episodic role playing game steeped in 80’s nostalgia, drawing from cult cartoons, pop culture, and classic video games- perfectly wrapped up in modern gaming sensibilities, and withContinue reading “UPDATE: Exclusive interview with “SATURDAY MORNING RPG” creator Josh Fairhurst”
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