It’s been a while since we last featured the work of toy customiser Topheroy, so it came with great pleasure today to find an incredible new piece in his store that we just had to share with you guys… the “Tie-Dye” Hidebehind! Standing at a lofty 10″ tall and featuring numerous points of articulation, theContinue reading “Topheroy’s one-off “Hidebehind” custom…”
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Purple Toy’s “Death Melon” soft vinyl figure…
Originally unveiled back in November of last year, it would appear that the newly titled “Death Melon” from Purple Toys will finally be seeing the light of day soon! Pictured here in a variety of different colorways, the huge Unbox-produced figure (approx 9″ tall) has been inspired by a number of cult 80’s staples as far ranging as MadballsContinue reading “Purple Toy’s “Death Melon” soft vinyl figure…”
Slave One x Awesome Toy’s “Dog Breed”Jinmenken run announced…
With the appeal of Awesome Toy‘s “Jinmenken” sofubi showing no signs of lagging just yet, it comes with great pleasure to find that Slave One is hard at work on a series of one-off customs based on the super creepy human-face dog! Whilst we have little info to go on at present, it would appearContinue reading “Slave One x Awesome Toy’s “Dog Breed”Jinmenken run announced…”
The “Unpainted Blue” Cyco Ape sofubi from Mishka/Ghost Cave…
Greg Rivera over at Mishka is proud to reveal that the Ghost Cave‘s Cyco Ape sofubi will be returning for a special “blank” release this month! Designed by Lamour Supreme and sculpted by Atomic Vomit, the dual-headed primate stands at a lofty 13″ tall, coming with articulation in arms, feet and necks. Produced in anContinue reading “The “Unpainted Blue” Cyco Ape sofubi from Mishka/Ghost Cave…”
Splurrt’s “Kronos” test shot revealed…
First seen in prototype form way back in September of last year, the follow-up to Splurrt/Secretoy’s Cinema Monster – Kronos – has finally been revealed as a soft vinyl test shot! As with the original, the second CM beast has once again been inspired by the golden age of monster flicks, this time taking on Ray Harry Hausen’sContinue reading “Splurrt’s “Kronos” test shot revealed…”
Shirahama Toy’s “Tri-Color” Kumon sofubi…
Originally intended for release at Superfestival a couple of years back, the “Tri-Color” Kumon sofubi from Shirahama Toy will finally see the light of day this weekend! Standing at around 4.5″ tall and featuring articulation in the arms and neck, the creepy crawly kaiju has been produced in a gorgeous controlled 3-way marbled vinyl, 3Continue reading “Shirahama Toy’s “Tri-Color” Kumon sofubi…”
MVH x RXH’s “Sludge Fighter” prototype revealed…
With the Mutant Vinyl Hardcore namesake originally starting out life as a blog dedicated to RealxHead during the early days of Skull Brain, sole owner and creator Rich Montanari Jr has finally been given the chance to fulfill a lifelong dream with the release of his very own Adult-sized RXH figure! Dubbed “Sludge Fighter”, the newContinue reading “MVH x RXH’s “Sludge Fighter” prototype revealed…”
The “Stardust Baron” sofubi from Awesome Toy…
In memory of the late, great David Bowie, the guys over at Awesome Toy have been hard at work on 3 different Fake Baron micro-runs based on the legendary artist’s alter ego, Ziggy Stardust. Standing at around 9″ tall and featuring 4 points of articulation, the pachi super bot has been produced in a mixContinue reading “The “Stardust Baron” sofubi from Awesome Toy…”
The “Gyogura” sofubi mini from Gumtaro…
Sofubi producers Gumtaro have just revealed their first new figure for 2016, the beautiful space fish known simply as “Gyogura”! Taking on a stunning tribal aesthetic similar to PicoPico’s recent works, the meticulously patterned and textured beast comes in at a mini-sized 3.3″ tall, featuring just one point of articulation in the neck. Debuting inContinue reading “The “Gyogura” sofubi mini from Gumtaro…”
Restore’s “Collectlister” Neo Japan sofubi prototype unveiled…
Following a week of agonising teasers on Instagram, the guys over at RESTORE are proud to finally unveil their latest sofubi in-full, the mighty “Collectlister”! Said to be the first “enemy” character in the ongoing Neo Japan saga, the exquisitely detailed figure has been designed and sculpted by none other than Abe Junnokai, coming in atContinue reading “Restore’s “Collectlister” Neo Japan sofubi prototype unveiled…”
Max Toy Co’s “Tiger Boss” sofubi revealed…
Mark Nagata has just unveiled the latest figure from esteemed sofubi producer Max Toy Co, the adorable Tiger Boss! Conceived by Nagata, designed by Javier Jimenez and sculpted by Max Toy newcomer Cristina Ravenna, the unlikely feline salary man stands at around 3.5″ tall, coming with one point of articulation in the neck. Debuting inContinue reading “Max Toy Co’s “Tiger Boss” sofubi revealed…”
The Obsessed Panda x Awesome Toy “Jinmenken” micro-run…
Not one to rest on his laurels, Michael Devera aka Obsessed Panda is quickly following up his Mimi Monster release this week with a painted micro-run of toy-of-the-moment, the “Jinmenken” from Awesome Toy! Featuring both “Human Face” and “Skull” designs this time around, the 8″ tall, 2-part homage to one of Japan’s creepiest urban legends appears to haveContinue reading “The Obsessed Panda x Awesome Toy “Jinmenken” micro-run…”
The “Snowed In” and “One-Off” Konningu sofubi from Ummikko…
It may still be cold and dark outside, but Monkey3000 over at Ummikko is looking to brighten up your day this weekend with a special “Snowed In” Koningu release! Standing at around 5.5″ tall and featuring 3 points of articulation, the classically styled Kong has been cast in a snowy white soft vinyl this time around, comingContinue reading “The “Snowed In” and “One-Off” Konningu sofubi from Ummikko…”
DeathCat Toys x Kuchiyubin x Teddy Francois’ “Japan-Only” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi revealed…
Johan Ulrich over at Death Cat Toys is proud to reveal that his Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi is set to return for a Japan-only painted run soon! Whilst little is known about the release at present, it would appear the white-cast minis with blue/red sprays, brown rubs and bloody splatters will be sold collaborativelyContinue reading “DeathCat Toys x Kuchiyubin x Teddy Francois’ “Japan-Only” Elder Demons: Series 1 sofubi revealed…”
New Touma sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…
Toy Art Gallery are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a number of new sofubi from legendary Japanese artist, Touma! Featuring a whole slew of new toys, including his classic Knucklebear in clear pink for $42, the Zoppy and Zoppy Dog from the “Cute Zombie Toys for Beginners” line for $20-$25, and the awesome Dirvolo in three flavors for $60-$85, all canContinue reading “New Touma sofubi at Toy Art Gallery…”
The “Royal Breakfast / LA Lakers” Sludge Demon set from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…
Joining the previously revealed 2016 Lucky Bags (find out more here), Rich Montanari Jr over at Mutant Vinyl Hardcore had just unveiled a special “Royal Breakfast / LA Lakers” Sludge Demon set that’ll be up for grabs this Friday, January 15th too! Featuring a pair of Sludgies cast in a matching mix of marbled glow/yellow and marbled clearContinue reading “The “Royal Breakfast / LA Lakers” Sludge Demon set from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…”
The “LA” NekoFukurou sofubi from Jeff Soto x BlackBook Toy…
Seeing its last release way back in September last year, the NekoFukurou sofubi from Jeff Soto and BlackBook Toy have finally returned in a special “LA” colorway! Featuring an ingenious stackable design, the stunning 2-faced head sculpt stands at around 6″ tall- an impressive 36″ stack when displayed with the previous editions editions. Produced by BlackBook in a clear soft vinyl with metallic blue, orangeContinue reading “The “LA” NekoFukurou sofubi from Jeff Soto x BlackBook Toy…”
The BLObPUS x Awesome Toy “Jinmenken” sofubi…
Originally up for grabs at Superfestival 70 over the weekend, a limited supply of BLObPUS‘ “Jinmenken” paint run are now up for grabs online! Featuring both “standard” and “skull” versions of Awesome Toys‘ hugely popular human-faced dog, these 2-part, 8″ tall figures have been produced in a GID soft vinyl replete with BLObPUS’ signature neon/metallic spraysContinue reading “The BLObPUS x Awesome Toy “Jinmenken” sofubi…”
The Obsessed Panda x Tan “Crimson Plague” Mimi Monster micro-run…
Hot on the heals of Secret Demon Services’ recent release, Obsessed Panda is the latest artist to take on Tan‘s hugely popular Mimi Momster sofubi for a super-limited “Crimson Plague” run this week! Standing at around 6″ tall, the wonderfully slimy cyclops has been produced in a deep red vinyl this go around, coming inContinue reading “The Obsessed Panda x Tan “Crimson Plague” Mimi Monster micro-run…”
Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…
Established sofubi producer Dune have revealed that they’ve secured the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles license for a whole line of merch for 2016, including a range of full-size sofubi! Pictured above during their unveiling at Superfestival 70 last weekend (courtesy of toy blogger Sofubi Michi), it would appear that the quartet – based on the 1989Continue reading “Dune’s officially licensed TMNT sofubi unveiled…”
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