Following our our look at the Rampaging Steregons last week, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Studios reveals details of the latest, and easily most anticipated event at the Tokyo based gallery/shop space… the coming of Konatsu! Creator of Max Toy’s iconic Negora cat, the high profile illustrator will be teaming up with Jon for aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Rampage x Konatsu show at Rampage Studios…”
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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 ‘R-2’ sofubi from Star Case…
Anyone who has ever had a glimpse at the Man-E toy collection will know about our certain soft spot for Star Case, so it came with much pleasure last week to find that the Star Wars fan site had unveiled yet another must-have sofubi release… presenting the adorable R-2! Once again focusing on playability, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘R-2’ sofubi from Star Case…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Seagool from Paul Kaiju x Lulubell Toys…
The Paul Kaiju x Lulubell Toys Seagool sofubi heads East as Medicom present the ‘Flying to Japan’ edition! Cast in a glossy black soft vinyl, the 12cm tall beast has been hand sprayed in a mix of teal and silver sprays, coming complete with pink, red and white detailing. Priced at just 3,500yen (approx. $35),Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Medicom exclusive Seagool from Paul Kaiju x Lulubell Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Abominable Snowman and Son’ from Plaseebo…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares details of his latest custom release, the Abominable Snowman and Son! A vinyl mash-up set built from Plaseebo’s own Molezilla and Night Gamer, plus parts from Grody Shogun’s En-Man sofubi, the 7.5″ and 6″ one-of-a-kind figures have been hand painted in a mixture of aqua fades, finished off with doll’sContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Abominable Snowman and Son’ from Plaseebo…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Kruzzilla vinyl figure from Ministry of Kongz…
With the original resin figure a resounding success, Ministry of Kongz (originally Kobzilla) are happy to reveal that Kruzilla has just made the transition to vinyl! Inspired by the mythical Thai bird ‘Khrut’ with a dash of King Kong for good measure, the 4.5″ tall beast has been retooled by MoK to feature articulation inContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Kruzzilla vinyl figure from Ministry of Kongz…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Mafia Exclusive Black Alavaka from Devil Boy…
Joining the recently revealed Micro Kaiju Negoras and Roid Randy, Clutter are proud to present the third exclusive figure up for grabs at next weekend’s Toy Mafia… the Black Alavaka from Devil Boy! The third official colourway for the newly released sofubi, Alavaka has been cast in a shiny black soft vinyl, standing at 4″ tall with articulationContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Toy Mafia Exclusive Black Alavaka from Devil Boy…”
MAN-E-NEWS// PeeNut Mega B.A.S.T.A.R.D customs from Rampage Toys…
Joining the new exclusive mini figures and Cakefighter Frenzy Barbarians posted last week, Jon over at Rampage Toys proudly presents another batch of customs that’ll be making an appearance at Triclops‘ B.A.S.T.A.R.D show next week… the Rampaging Peenuts! Some of the first customs we’ve seen using the highly underrated sofubi, Jon has gone to townContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// PeeNut Mega B.A.S.T.A.R.D customs from Rampage Toys…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Deadbeat, Turtum Micci and Skekiltor from turboPISTOLA…
Fresh from the huge OMFG/Elephantos drop last week, the ever busy Daniel Smith aka turboPISTOLA kindly shares yet another batch of customs ready for release! Flexing his newly found Monster Kolor muscle, Daniel has gone to town on 3 very different pieces; ESC Toys’ Turtum Micci mini ($40), Scott Tolleson’s GID Deadbeat sofubi ($130), andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom Deadbeat, Turtum Micci and Skekiltor from turboPISTOLA…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Mecha Greasebat sofubi from Jeff Lamm x Monster Worship…
Ending almost a year of speculation, Monster Worship have finally revealed images of the latest figure from Jeff Lamm… Mechanized Greasebat (Heavy Armored) aka Mecha Greasebat! Once again sculpted by the legendary Chauskoskis, the incredible figure appears to be roughly the same scale as the original design (around 7″), this time coming with 2 confirmed armContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Mecha Greasebat sofubi from Jeff Lamm x Monster Worship…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ ‘Neon Golden Deadbeats’ for Design Fiesta 37…
We brought you a guys comprehensive guide to the Rampage Toys Design Fiesta exclusives last week, but there was one figure in particular that we weren’t able to reveal in full at the time… Well the wait is over, as Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt proudly presnts the ‘Neon Golden’ Deadbeats! Tackling Scott Tolleson’s ridiculously popular figureContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys’ ‘Neon Golden Deadbeats’ for Design Fiesta 37…”
MAN-E-NEWS// May’s Toy Mafia featuring Micro Kaiju Negoras from Mark Negata…
Toy Mafia (\ˈtȯi mä-fē-ə\) Noun. An organized international body of designer toy collectors, originally founded in NYC. Toy Mafia events take place monthly and are often associated with exclusive releases and excessive partying. Following the success of last month’s first ever Toy Mafia event at NYC’s Concrete, Clutter are proud to reveal that May’s isContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// May’s Toy Mafia featuring Micro Kaiju Negoras from Mark Negata…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The ‘8-Ball’ Radioactive Rumbler vinyl figure revealed…
Hot off the heals of our exclusive teaser last week, John Santagada over at Radioactive Uppercut kindly shares some more details about his upcoming debut vinyl line, including a peak at the project’s first figure, the fearsome 8-Ball! Revealed as the ‘Radioactive Rumblers’, the ongoing series is set to feature a number of 4″ designs inspiredContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The ‘8-Ball’ Radioactive Rumbler vinyl figure revealed…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Cakefighter’ sofubi from Rampage Toys x Frenzy Bros…
Originally made available at Superfestival 62 last month, the Cakefighter head from Rampage Toys is now set to receive a full painted figure release! Sculpted by Rampage’s Jon Malmstedt and cast by Eric Nilla in a flexible keshi-style rubber, the awesome design has been mounted on the Frenzy Bros’ popular barbarian sofubi, coming complete withContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Cakefighter’ sofubi from Rampage Toys x Frenzy Bros…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys at Design Fiesta 37…
With Design Fiesta 37 opening it’s doors next weekend, Jon Malmstedt over at Rampage Toys has started to reveal some of the goodies he’ll be bringing along to the event… lovers of Rampage sofubi are going to need to take note, there’s some seriously cool figures you most definitely wont want to miss out on!Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys at Design Fiesta 37…”
MAN-E-NEWS// ‘The Imp’ vinyl figure from Unbox industries x Fos…
Teased here last month, the hotly tipped collaboration from FOS and Unbox Industries is finally upon us! The first ever toy from the founder of Britain’s longest running and most infamous skateboard company HEROIN, the ‘Imp’ stands approx 16cm tall, coming with four points of articulation. Featuring a unique hollowed out design, the super-creepy beast even glowsContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// ‘The Imp’ vinyl figure from Unbox industries x Fos…”
MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s ‘Oxymoron Carnivale’ for TAG’s YHWH Show…
Bob Conge aka Plaseebo kindly shares details of his latest custom monstrosity, ‘Oxymoron Carnivale’ for Toy Art Gallery‘s YHWH group show! A combination of vinyl and hand cast resin with feathers, the outstanding piece features the recently revealed ‘Obese’ body sculpt (seen in the previously revealed ‘Burger King‘), standing at a lofty 14″ tall. HandContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Plaseebo’s ‘Oxymoron Carnivale’ for TAG’s YHWH Show…”
MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The debut vinyl figure from Radioactive Uppercut…
Getting the scoop straight from the source, we’re very proud to reveal exclusive details of the debut vinyl toy line from John Santagada’s Radioactive Uppercut studio! After 9 years in the Collectible Toy Industry providing hundreds of award-winning, brand-strengthening products for such companies as DC Direct, Mezco Toyz and Gemmy Industries, John has finally decided toContinue reading “MAN-E-XCLUSIVE// The debut vinyl figure from Radioactive Uppercut…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The Designer Toy Awards open nominations…
The guys over at Clutter are happy to announce that from May 1st until May 15th, the Designer Toy Awards, aka the DTAs, will be accepting open nominations in a variety of categories from both professionals and fans alike! Now in it’s 3rd year, the prestigious ceremony has undergone a number of changes, including a much clearerContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Designer Toy Awards open nominations…”
MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Toxic Avenger’ Sewer Creep from Coma21 x Dski One…
Toys Are Sanity’s Coma21 continues his onslaught of ‘Ian the Sewer Creep’ collaborations as he proudly presents the latest painted run from none other than Dski One… Taking inspiration from cult 80’s horror The Toxic Crusader, the tutu wearing ‘Toxie’ has been been painted up in a mixture of green, red and blue sprays, comingContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The ‘Toxic Avenger’ Sewer Creep from Coma21 x Dski One…”
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