MAN-E-NEWS// Hotaru Copter Squad – “Copter Boy” custom Munny from Huck Gee…

Huck Gee once again surpasses the finest of production toys with his latest custom series, the Hotaru Copter Squad’s “Copter Boy” Munny. Limited to just 10 hand crafted pieces, Copter Boy comes with a plethora of beautifully finished accessories, including goggles, leather utility straps, rockets and of course, a whopping heli-back pack! Each figure hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Hotaru Copter Squad – “Copter Boy” custom Munny from Huck Gee…”

MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s “Platoon Hero” debut on the Tenacious Toys Kickstarter campaign…

With only 5 days left, Tenacious Toys‘ are planning one last push for their Uncle Argh Kickstarter campaign, and what better way to do it than to offer up JC Rivera‘s recently revealed “Platoon Hero” as a reward?! After hearing of AW177’s generous custom Munny donation, fellow artist Rivera stepped up by offering one ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s “Platoon Hero” debut on the Tenacious Toys Kickstarter campaign…”

MAN-E-NEWS// “Grim” the 3A Bambaboss custom from Rich UME…

Richard Page of UME Toys reveals his latest work in progress- “Grim”, the custom 3A Bambaboss of death! Featuring a beautifully sculpted skull and modified hoody (check out the raised skull logo- ace!), Grim is set to come with a number of accessories including a reaping scythe, rucksack, foxes tail and lamp. Already primed andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// “Grim” the 3A Bambaboss custom from Rich UME…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Halo Reach’s Carter-A259 1/6th scale figure from threeA…

After briefly mentioning a Halo collaboration off the back of the recent “Ambush” pre-order, threeA have finally leaked a teaser of the first figure to drop- Halo Reach’s Carter-A259! Once again avoiding the obvious choice (we keep our fingers crossed for a Master Chief at some point down the line!), threeA will be releasing theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Halo Reach’s Carter-A259 1/6th scale figure from threeA…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Chuppi art toy night light from Tado x Mathmos…

Iconic UK brand MATHMOS have teamed up with graphic art duo TADO to create Chuppi – the perfect interactive child’s nightlight AND collectable art toy! Standing at around 4″ tall, the LED colour changing figure comes with reusable stickers for 18 different characters, giving both young and inexperienced customisers a perfect place to start.  Chuppi canContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Chuppi art toy night light from Tado x Mathmos…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Young Gohst subscription from Ferg x Grody Shogun…

Any common frequenters of the Jamungo forum were in for a treat yesterday, as Ferg finally posted solid details for the long awaited “Young Gohst” mini figure! Sculpted by Scott Wilkowski and produced by Grody Shogun, the 3″ tall sofubi series is set to feature 13 exclusive pieces that will be offered up via aContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Young Gohst subscription from Ferg x Grody Shogun…”

MAN-E-TOYS// “Oh No HD2” teaser sketch from Plaseebo…

Bob Conge aka Plaseebo has kindly sent us the above tentative sketch of his latest upcoming creation, provisionally titled “Oh No HD2” (we’re still trying to decipher its meaning, bear with us!). Very little information is available at present, but from what we can glean from the image, this piece is set to feature aContinue reading “MAN-E-TOYS// “Oh No HD2” teaser sketch from Plaseebo…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Snybora “Mud Puddle” edition from Chris Ryniak x Rotofugi x Squibbles Ink…

“April showers may mean May flowers, but to us the real joy of April is the chance to stomp and splash in the inevitable mud puddles…that’s where the real fun is!” Swiftly following last month’s “Year of the Dragon” colourway, Chris Ryniak has once again teamed up with Rotofugi for the latest Snybora release, theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Snybora “Mud Puddle” edition from Chris Ryniak x Rotofugi x Squibbles Ink…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys at Superfestival 59…

Fresh from his recent debut show at Studio Uamou, Jon over at Rampage Toys has been readying yet another ginormous batch of customs for next week’s Superfestival! Featuring the first official painted run of Manotaur (replete with Ugly Unicorn sidekick!), Jon will also be dropping several collaborations, with Ilanena’s “Penguin Metrobayakan”, Chima Group’s “Neon Metallic” Amedasu,Continue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Rampage Toys at Superfestival 59…”

MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s customs for the Most Wanted: Behind The Hype show…

The ever busy JC Rivera (yes, this is the third post he’s featured in this week!) is proud to reveal his entry for 1AM‘s Most Wanted show, not one, but five amazing customs! Featuring a seven eared 8″ and 3″ Dunny, a horned 7″ and 5″ Munny, and a 3″ Dunny, Rivera’s trademark skull motifContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// JC Rivera’s customs for the Most Wanted: Behind The Hype show…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Smorkin’ Labbit Clear Pink and Blue Editions from Kozik x Kidrobot…

“See the light where the sun don’t shine! Introducing 10-inches of absurdly luminous vinyl, complete with solid matte cigarette and butthole. So radiant and soft, Labbit looks angelic – even when smorkin’.” The Labbit train shows no sign of slowing this year as Frank Kozik and Kidrobot reveal yet another stunning edition, the 10″ Clear Smorkin’ Labbit. ShiningContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Smorkin’ Labbit Clear Pink and Blue Editions from Kozik x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Custom metallic “Ice Scream Man” from Brown Magic Paint Co. x Brutherford Industries…

Bryan over at Brutherford Industries is proud to reveal the first custom “Ice Scream Man” series from the Brown Magic Paint Co. Known for their decadent custom pieces ranging from iPhone cases to vintage luggage, BMP Co have given the highly popular vinyl figure a stunning metallic makeover that stays true to the already brilliantContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Custom metallic “Ice Scream Man” from Brown Magic Paint Co. x Brutherford Industries…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The custom “Vandalised Graffiti Truck” from Hoakser…

Since opening his newly designed site, UK based graffiti artist Hoakser has once again been hitting the customs hard, with his first reveal coming in the form of the breathtaking “Vandalised Graffiti Truck”! Hand painted with acrylics, and weathered to the high standard we’ve come to expect from the artist, the transformed old toy truck hasContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The custom “Vandalised Graffiti Truck” from Hoakser…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The new “Tokoji Seijen” from Cometdebris…

After almost a 2 year hiatus, the loveable kaiju “Tokoji Seijen” is back in a brand new colourway! Designed by Cometdebris and produced by Gargamel, the stunning figure has been cast in red vinyl with metallic green and gold sprays, a detailed two color shell, and bright yellow eyes. Dropping exclusively on the Cometdebris shopContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The new “Tokoji Seijen” from Cometdebris…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Ultrus Bog “Blue Velvet Star Crusher” version from Skinner x Lulubell Japan…

Lulubell Toys (I know, twice in one day!) are proud to reveal the first test shot of their latest collaboration with Skinner, the Ultrus Bog “Blue Velvet Star Crusher” version! The second standard edition of this 10″ beast, the fully articulated “Blue Velvet Star Crusher” has been cast in baby blue vinyl, featuring a psychedelic mix ofContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Ultrus Bog “Blue Velvet Star Crusher” version from Skinner x Lulubell Japan…”

MAN-E-NEWS// RESTORE’s Kingdom Mind ‘painted vinyl version’ at Lulubell Toys…

Lulubell Toys are proud to announce that RESTORE’s latest vinyl figure, the sinister Kingdom Mind, will be hitting their store this week! Originally released as an unpainted resin mini figure, the first full colour edition stands at a mighty 9.5″ tall, has been cast in purple vinyl and comes with gold, red and black paintedContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// RESTORE’s Kingdom Mind ‘painted vinyl version’ at Lulubell Toys…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Real Steel’s Midas 1/6th scale figure from threeA…

Hot off the heels of the recent Ambush pre-order, threeA Toys are gearing up for their next installment in the Real Steel collection, the mohawked Midas! Once again shying away from the sleek, flashy robots that take centre stage in the film, threeA have opted for a weathered and exposed design that is more in-syncContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Real Steel’s Midas 1/6th scale figure from threeA…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Atorpa 8″ Dunny from Jason Limon…

The exquisite painting and sculpt style of the revered Jason Limon will finally be adorning a production toy, with the post-apocalyptic Atorpa 8″ Dunny receiving an official announcement yesterday. As with the recently released Supernatural from 64colors, Kidrobot are really stepping up a gear, with Atorpa featuring the beautiful curves, unique sculpt style and meticulousContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Atorpa 8″ Dunny from Jason Limon…”

MAN-E-NEWS// The Lovebirds from Kronk x Kidrobot…

Originally given to guests at his wedding last year, South African artist Kronk is proud to reveal that the Lovebirds will soon be available to the general public in 4 alluring new colourways- Teal, Black, Purple and Orange! Packaged individually in an Kronk-designed box, each 4″ tall figure stands on its tail with its feet in theContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// The Lovebirds from Kronk x Kidrobot…”

MAN-E-NEWS// Real Steel ‘Ambush’ 1/6th figure from threeA…

Announced way back at the tail end of last summer, threeA Toys are finally gearing up for the release of Real Steel’s ‘Ambush’ in 1/6th scale. Following the same meticulous attention to detail seen in the recent MGS Rex release, Ambush’s articulation is second to none, featuring countless moving parts including pistons, sliding biceps andContinue reading “MAN-E-NEWS// Real Steel ‘Ambush’ 1/6th figure from threeA…”