MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set…

Mirock Toy has just unveiled their latest release currently available for overseas order, the “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set! Once again coming with a total of 6 different figures – featuring mixed-part configurations from the original Dr Mirock series, the Dr Mirock Totem and Mecha Chibira-kun set – each have been painted up in a gorgeous mixContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Mirock Toy’s “Animation Color” Dr Mirock set…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Base’s SpongeBob X-Ray DX sofubi and mug set at Toy Art Gallery…

Toy Art Gallery are proud to reveal that they’ve secured a limited batch of Secret Base‘s latest SpongeBob X-Ray DX release! Standing at around 5″ of Japanese soft vinyl, the fully licensed figure comes with the standard “split” paint app in SpongeBob’s classic colors complete with partially visible bright GID green skeletal insert. Coming packedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Secret Base’s SpongeBob X-Ray DX sofubi and mug set at Toy Art Gallery…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English x BlackBook Toy’s Evil Mc sofubi teased…

BlackBook Toy have just revealed that they’re teaming up with pop artist Ron English for an all-new take on Ronald McDonald for their latest sofubi, Evil Mc! Based on the reoccurring character seen in many of English’s paintings, the sinister-looking fast food anti-mascot has been realised in 3D by the talented Chop over at Monster Farm. With the figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ron English x BlackBook Toy’s Evil Mc sofubi teased…”

MAN-E-NEWS// New releases from Shimomoku at Jungle…

Shimomoku over at Japanese toy retailer and producer Jungle has just revealed that a whole swathe of new releases will be touching down online this weekend! Featuring the return of Lampu in a clear soft vinyl, the Skulltula Skeleton Warrior in GID, plus a restock of all-new figure Beta in both lavender and light green,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// New releases from Shimomoku at Jungle…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…

As 2014 comes to an end, Rich over at Mutant Vinyl Hardcore has decided to finish up strong with one last monster from the depths, proud presenting the “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon! Produced in a bright orange soft vinyl, the lumbering beast has been treated to a paint app that pays homage to the vintage toysContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Toxic Goldfish” Toxigon from Mutant Vinyl Hardcore…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…

Regular as clockwork, Elegab is proud to reveal that his lottery sales for December are now live! Once again, a total of 3 figures are up for grabs this month; all-new creation Hedogon in a clear blue soft vinyl with neon/metallic sprays for just 8,600yen ($73), the awesome smog monster Hedoronchaku, cast in a clear vinyl with metallic sprays andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Elegab December lottery sales…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “yadŌkai” Gero from SLAVExONE x UnaffiliatedSJ…

SLAVExONE has revealed that he’s teamed up with UnaffiliatedSJ for an all-new “yadŌkai” Gero head sculpt! Due to be produced in sofubi for standard run releases in early 2015, the UnaffiliatedSJ-created head will be making it’s debut in resin at Clutter’s upcoming “Gift Wrapped 2014” show as part of the one-off Gero custom seen above. With moreContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “yadŌkai” Gero from SLAVExONE x UnaffiliatedSJ…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…

Having dabbled with sofubi through contributions to Rampage Toys’ Gachapon Goblin series, illustrator Joseph Harmon has just revealed a work-in-progress prototype of his first full-scale figure, Vampirass! Whilst details on the piece are still thin on the ground, the released image suggests that the bikini clad vamp will stand upwards of 6″ tall, coming with articulation inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Joseph Harmon’s Vampirass sofubi prototype revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery “Christmas Kaiju” group show…

The guys over at Toy Art Gallery are proud to announce “Christmas Kaiju”, their holiday-themed group show! Getting into the festive spirit with over 50 artists from right across the art toy scene, the exhibition is set to play host to a whole slew of perfect gifts for that toy-loving monster in your life, including softContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Art Gallery “Christmas Kaiju” group show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…

Uamou are proud to reveal that their officially Tsuburaya-licensed UltraUamou mini has received an all-new colorway just in time for the holidays! Standing at around 3″ tall, the 2 part figure has been produced in a dazzling silver lamé soft vinyl this time around, complete with masked Ultraman-style red sprays, inset eyes and a clearContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Lamé” UltraUamou sofubi mini from Uamou…”

MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…

Up and coming toy customiser Videov0mit has just unveiled the prototype for his debut sofubi, CZERNOBOG! Designed by Videov0mit and digitally sculpted by iamscumbag, the towering 9″ of sub-aquatic terror cherry picks choice elements from both classic kaiju and cult horror, featuring 4 tentacle-like arms, a finned robotic torso, skull chest piece and a creepy, teeth clenched, shark-like head.Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// VideoVomit’s debut kaiju “CZERNOBOG” unveiled…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…

Having had a huge amount of success with his debut sofubi, the Evil Demon, Shigeo Endo over at Bukimi Blasters has wasted no time in getting to work on a follow-up, the super-gross Bukimi Kun! Whilst details on the figure are still forthcoming, it would appear that it will be considerably smaller than the Evil Demon,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Bukimi Blasters’ Bukimi Kun sofubi revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ Holday Extravaganza online sale…

With Rampage Studios‘ Holiday Extravaganza event proving to be a huge success this past Friday, owner Jon Malmstedt has revealed that only a smattering of figures remain for general sales. All currently available in the Rampage Toys store right here, we bring you a quick rundown of exactly what’s on offer… Rampage x Konatsuya “Kubiros”- Rampage’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Studios’ Holday Extravaganza online sale…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Studio Uamou’s 4th Anniversary Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…

With Studio Uamou closing for it’s 4th anniversary next Wednesday, December 10th in preparation for the upcoming “UAMOU ♥ MAYU meets CUVEE” exposition, the team have decided to celebrate a little early with the release of a very special batch of Fortune Uamou sofubi minis! Coming in 3 different hand painted colorways; Cosmic GID, Cosmic White and WhiteContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Studio Uamou’s 4th Anniversary Fortune Uamou sofubi minis…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “Winter Chibi Set” Pocket Sideshow sofubi from Circus Posterus x Tomenosuke…

The guys over at Circus Posterus and Tomenosuke are proud to reveal the second release of their Pocket Sideshow sofubi, the Winter Chibi Set! Featuring all 4 designs from the series – Otto from Brandt Peters, Snowshoe from Amanda Louise Spayd, Penelope from Kathie Olivas and Puddlesproot from Chris Ryniak – the gang of 3″ minisContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “Winter Chibi Set” Pocket Sideshow sofubi from Circus Posterus x Tomenosuke…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Skull Toys’ DOCK ‘n ROLL “Clear Ver” sofubi…

Having seen a limited release at Designer Con 2014 last month, Skull Toys are proud to reveal that their DOCK ‘n ROLL sofubi is now available to purchase online! Standing at around 5″ tall with 4 points of articulation, the soft vinyl figure comes complete with 2 additional, fully interchangeable heads. Whilst the DCon exclusiveContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Skull Toys’ DOCK ‘n ROLL “Clear Ver” sofubi…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Medicom Toy’s “RAMPAGING Polar Bear” Kesagake revealed…

Jon over at Rampage Toys is very proud to reveal that he’ll be teaming up with Medicom Toy for an exclusive “RAMPAGING Polar Bear” edition of his hugely popular Kesagake sofubi!  Standing at a lofty 10.5″ tall and coming with 4 points of articulation, the menacing grizzly has been produced in a snowy white soft vinyl forContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys x Medicom Toy’s “RAMPAGING Polar Bear” Kesagake revealed…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS Paint Ver.” Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set…

Hot on the heals of the recent Cobra Ningen release, BLObPUS is proud to reveal that he’s teamed up with Yamomark for yet another round of open-run sales, proudly presenting the Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set! Both produced in BLObPUS’ signature glow in the dark vinyl, the pair have been treated to a number of contrastingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The “BLObPUS Paint Ver.” Barabaran and Cosmegira GID Set…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The MonstreHero “Stegoforest” sofubi micro-run…

Artist Jesse Narens has teamed up with the guys over at MonstreHero for the latest edition of his debut sofubi, Stegoforest! Standing at around 5″ tall and coming with 3 points of articulation, the nature loving dino has been cast in a slime green soft vinyl this time around, coming with a plethora of brown, grey andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The MonstreHero “Stegoforest” sofubi micro-run…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Ultrakaiju Series “Aboras” test shot teased…

Having seen a huge amount of success with Jamira over the past 6 months, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has revealed that a second entry into the officially Tsuburaya-licensed Ultrakaiju Series will be making an appearance early next year! Taking on Ultraman’s dino-kaiju “Aboras” this time around, it would appear that the mono-horned beastContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ Ultrakaiju Series “Aboras” test shot teased…”