MAN-E-NEWS// HeroesCon exclusive RayGuns from ManOrMonster? Studios…

Brandon Michael Barker over at ManOrMonster? Studios has resurrected the popular RayGun custom bootleg for a series of exclusives dropping at HeroesCon later today! Kit-bashed from a variety of action figures including a MOTU 200x Man-E-Face and an oversized Reagan head, the figure has been hand cast in resin by Barker, featuring MoM? compatible neo-magContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// HeroesCon exclusive RayGuns from ManOrMonster? Studios…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Venice B.A.S.T.A.R.D Beach Twin Pack from Triclops x The Tarantulas x Ralph Niese…

Following the WIP sculpt we unofficially leaked a couple of weeks back (check it out here, we’re not posting it again!), the guys over at Triclops have finally revealed how the incredible figure will be released… as they proudly present the ‘Venice B.A.S.T.A.R.D Beach’ Twin Pack! Sculpted by the supremely talented Ralph Niese based onContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Venice B.A.S.T.A.R.D Beach Twin Pack from Triclops x The Tarantulas x Ralph Niese…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The HOLO APE custom bootlegs from Goodleg Toys…

Fresh from the release of Warzilla last week, the fine chaps over at Goodleg Toys proudly present the comeback of one of their most requested figures… the HOLO APES! Originally making an appearance at Toys Are Us a couple of months back, the vintage Planet of the Apes/WWF figure mash-ups have been cast using aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The HOLO APE custom bootlegs from Goodleg Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Mini Monster’ custom bootlegs from Monster Island…

Paying a loving tribute to Diener’s hugely popular 80’s minis, Monster Island has recast some of the best figures from their Monster line for his latest custom bootleg series! Originally only limited to a selection of primary colours (check them out below), the 4 creatures have been given a lease of new life, coming handContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Mini Monster’ custom bootlegs from Monster Island…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Señor Cybernetico and the Custom Bootleg Lucky Bags from The Mark Ultra…

Mike Kirchoff over at The Mark Ultra comes with not 1 but 2 new collaborations this week, as he proudly presents Señor Cybernetico and the Custom Bootleg Lucky Bags! Created alongside Fistful Fumetti’s Alexis Ziritt, Cybernetico has been kit-bashed from a vintage lucha idol figure and Marvel’s Kang the Conqueror, coming hand cast in resin with displayContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Señor Cybernetico and the Custom Bootleg Lucky Bags from The Mark Ultra…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Kruzzilla’ micro paint run from Topheroy…

Fresh from the release of the ‘Original HP Versions‘ over the weekend, the Ministry of Kongz has teamed up with Topheroy for the first ever Kruzzilla painted micro run! Using the recently retooled, full articulated edition of MoK’s highly popular winged beast, Toph has opted for his signature palette of blue and purple, giving theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Kruzzilla’ micro paint run from Topheroy…”

MAN-E-NEWS// UME Toys’ Darth Maul Bonehead resin for the Cardiff Tattoo and Toy Con…

With the UK’s next big toy event, the Cardiff Tattoo and Toy Con looming ever closer, Rich Page is proud to unveil the latest exclusive to be making an appearance at the UME Toys booth… the Darth Maul inspired Bonehead custom! Originally debuting at NYCC last year, the solid, hand cast figure has been givenContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// UME Toys’ Darth Maul Bonehead resin for the Cardiff Tattoo and Toy Con…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Mintyfresh exclusive ‘Oi! Cthulhu’ resin figure from Daniel Yu x Mighty Jaxx…

Europe’s premier designer toy outlet Minty Fresh come with their latest exclusive release from Mighty Jaxx, Daniel Yu‘s ‘Oi! Cthulhu’… Heavily influenced by H. P. Lovecraft and infused with a touch of punk subculture, this juxtaposition of mythical creature and present-day stands at 6″ (inches) tall, comes with magnetic interchangeable hands and mini devil wings! PackedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mintyfresh exclusive ‘Oi! Cthulhu’ resin figure from Daniel Yu x Mighty Jaxx…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Boba Fett x Ewok mash-up from Jimmy Foo…

Originally teased way back in November of last year, resin artist Jimmy Foo is proud to present his latest custom masterpiece, the “Is that you Bob?” custom Boba Fett x Ewok mash-up! Created as a limited run for a select few of Foo’s collectors, the toy has been kit-bashed from vintage Kenner Boba Fett andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom Boba Fett x Ewok mash-up from Jimmy Foo…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The JP4000 custom bootleg from 2bitHACK…

It’s been a while since we’ve seen a new figure release from 2bitHACK, so it came with great pleasure this morning to find that his latest piece will be ready for public consumption in just a few days time! Entitled ‘JP4000’, the ingenius custom bootleg has been kit-bashed from a vintage Kenner Jurassic Park VelociraptorContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The JP4000 custom bootleg from 2bitHACK…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The custom painted 1:1 Gillman bust from DuBose Art and Design…

Whilst a big departure from awesome custom bootlegs we’ve been posting recently, the lastest work from Jonathan over at DuBose Art and Design was just too big to be ignored… presenting the custom painted 1:1 Gillman bust! Standing at a monstrous 18″ tall, the long since sold out resin based on everyone’s favourite Monster Squad ‘baddie’ (sculptedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom painted 1:1 Gillman bust from DuBose Art and Design…”

MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Kruzzilla’ Original HP Versions from Ministry of Kongz…

Following a hugely successful debut drop last week, Tanin over at the Ministry of Kongz is proud to present the first hand painted versions of the Kruzzilla vinyl figure! Retooled from last year’s resin release, the fully articulated beast has been limited to 3 one-off colourways this time around; a gorgeous copper brown, a Superman inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘Kruzzilla’ Original HP Versions from Ministry of Kongz…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Grampor’ bootleg action figure from ManOrMonster? Studios…

“GRAMPOR CARES NOT FOR BLOG POSTS!” Originally created as an in-joke amongst the bootleg action figure community, Ben Spencer‘s ‘Grampor’ is finally seeing the light of day courtesy of ManOrMonster? Studios! Some call him “artistically devoid”, others “just plain ugly”, the absolutely hilarious figure has been kit-bashed from a variety of vintage action figure KOs,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Grampor’ bootleg action figure from ManOrMonster? Studios…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Goodleg Toys’ first mini figure ‘WARZILLA’ revealed…

Luke Toywalker over at Goodleg Toys kindly shares a little info on their first ever mini figure release… WARZILLA, Destroyer of Worlds! Kit-bashed from a vintage green army man and Godzilla mini, the hilarious figure will be making it’s way to the Goodleg store at Midnight tonight (GMT+1) in both translucent pink or green handContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Goodleg Toys’ first mini figure ‘WARZILLA’ revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Clutter exclusive Pink Groper from Triplikid…

The guys over at Clutter Magazine are excited to announce an exclusive ‘Pink’ edition of Triplikid’s frusturated little beast, The Groper! Designed by Richard Fournier (aka Triplikid) and meticulously cast in resin by Mana Studios, each of the 3.5″ figures have been hand-painted and have both Triplikid and Clutter logos stamped underfoot. Limited to anContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Clutter exclusive Pink Groper from Triplikid…”

MAN-E-NEWS// God Hates Astronauts ‘Gnarled Winslow’ bootleg action figure from Ryan Browne…

Ryan Browne, creator of the uncontrollable comic book and Kickstarter sensation, God Hates Astronauts, is proud to present the series’ first ever action figure toy… Gnarled Winslow! Designed/kit-bashed by Battle Babies creator Brad Rader and produced by none other than Brandon over at ManOrMonster? Studios, the 12cm tall gorilla armed bringer of justice features 3 pointsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// God Hates Astronauts ‘Gnarled Winslow’ bootleg action figure from Ryan Browne…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New ‘Double Heather’ Melty Misfit Cheap Toy colourways from Buff Monster x Healeymade…

As promised earlier today, we bring you the reveal of yet another Healeymade produced figure, as Buff Monster comes with another 2 ‘Double Heather’ Melty Misfit Cheap Toy colourways! Opting for the more traditionally ‘Buff’ black and hot pink, the 1.5″ tall resin figures will be making their way onto the Buff Monster store atContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New ‘Double Heather’ Melty Misfit Cheap Toy colourways from Buff Monster x Healeymade…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Smoked Out Phantom’ from Killer Bootlegs…

Fresh from the success of the recent ‘BA Baracus From Outer Space’ release, Peter Goral over at Killer Bootlegs has just revealed yet another all-new figure for release… the Smoked Out Phantom! Kit-bashed from various vintage Star Wars toys, the skull-faced villain has been cast up in a gorgeous smoked clear resin, coming complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Smoked Out Phantom’ from Killer Bootlegs…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Devastator resin figure from Ultimate Skull and Cobra…

Wasting no time since the release of Roid Randy at Toy Mafia just last week, the guys over at Ultimate Skull and Cobra are proud to reveal their most ambitious project yet… the aptly titled Devastator! Standing at a jaw-dropping 9″ of hand cast resin, the beast, sculpted by Tim Stephson, comes with 8 fullyContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Devastator resin figure from Ultimate Skull and Cobra…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘FAKE-HER’ custom bootleg from Healeymade…

NY’s resident resin guru Healeymade is gearing up for the release of his latest slab of lowbrow genius, the FAKE-HER custom bootleg! In a nod to every sexless single guy’s blow-up friend (!), the mannequin like figure has been beautifully hand cast in the colours of He-Man’s infamous doppelganger Faker, a muted light blue andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘FAKE-HER’ custom bootleg from Healeymade…”