Plans are being made for a very limited run of 8-Ball, hand painted by Charles Marsh, the Monsterforge. While no specific details have been given on the exact deco scheme or release date as yet, based on the teaser we received (see above), it looks like they will be painted over green Japanese vinyl. Look for more updates coming from both Radioactive Uppercut and Monsterforge soon.
Radioactive Uppercut x Monsterforge Edition Of 8-Ball Coming Soon!
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Rocketboy x Bold Machines Nohwitz 3D Printed Figure
For the past six months, Rocketboy has been working with 3D printing accelerator/evangelist Bold Machines on Nohwitz, a spunky new art toy. Inspired by the annoying know-it-all coworker who is in fact clueless, Nohwitz will be produced by Mold Machines as a fully 3D-printed run. Designed as a 3D model,...
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Mutant Vinyl Hardcore x Brandt Peters Sack-Head
The sofubi gods have just given birth to this magnificent creature, Sac-Head. This is a Circus Posterus collaborative figure designed by Mutant Vinyl Hardcore and Brandt Peters. They have just received some test pulls and the only thing teased so far is the head. If you think the head sculpt...
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Super7 x Secret-Base Green Slime Vinyl Alien (03.20)
We’re wondering if it was totally coincidental that Super7 announced the upcoming release of the new Green Slime Vinyl Alien figure with Super7 on St. Patrick’s day. Regardless of todays holiday, this has got to be one of our favorite colorways so far! This release features a translucent green vinyl...
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Two original TFs get WTF repaints from Hasbro
Some things are beyond explanation. Fans of the clunky original Transformers Generation 1 figures have been wanting to see Hasbro give Blitzwing and Astrotrain a proper reissue for years now. We knew the molds were still good because Takara used them back in 2004 and 2005 for their Transformers Collection line of reissues. Hasbro has since released reissues of Astrotrain in 2005 and 2012, but in the original Japanese market black and white figure colors, not the gray and purple cartoon colors (or even Hasbro's original white and purple) like fans have always wanted and Japan eventually got. Hasbro never got around to reissuing Blitzwing making his only release the original 1985 release.
So when rumor first went around of a Blitzwing and Astrotrain reissue coming as a Platinum Edition box set surely we were getting the pair the way fans have always wanted them, right?
Nope.
Instead we're getting garish new colors like something straight out of Generation 2. It's hard to explain how Hasbro came up with these colors when recent box sets featuring the original Insecticons and the Seeker Jet 'coneheads' have been pretty true to the originals. Astrotrain is now in a strange white, orange, and purple color scheme while Blitzwing is red, beige, and purple. One theory is that Astrotrain is inexplicably in the colors of Robots in Disguise 2000 character Movor and Blitzwing is based on G1 Duocon character Flywheels. The colors are close, but they're also off enough that it could just be a coincidence.
Apparently these guys will be showing up at Toys R Us eventually. Unfortunately with this it brings into question what type of release the previously announced reissues of Trypticon, Blaster, and Perceptor will get. Time will tell.
[via Seibertron, Nilo Tozzo & Cia Ltda]
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WIP of New "Nadsat Boy" from Kenth Toy Works
NADSAT BOY from Kenth Toy Works has "grown up" exponentially from it's earlier incarnation, and is now busting thru with more human anatomical muscles and larger in size too! Oh My … Are You Ready For This Splendid Slice Of Ultraviolence? Stay tuned to his Instagram @kenth_toy_works for further updates of this resin collectible, which he has designed and sculpted by himself!
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Hasbro goes large with oversized simplified Transformers
So, out of no where, we got our first look at some new simplified Transformers from Hasbro. Normally I'd just shrug these off and hope they don't take up too much space, but these are actually pretty interesting. The line appears to be going by the name of "Cyber Series", but unlike other simplified Transformers like the Titan series, these both Transform and feature full articulation through what appears to be ball joints.
It appears they'll come in two size classes. First is the seven inch assortment featuring Megatron, Grimlock, and Bumblebee. These are all new molds, though Bee appears to be a based on the much smaller Transformers Prime Legion class figure. Grimlock is strangely in movie colors, but in the right colors could make a decent G1 Grimlock. Megatron turns into a futuristic/Cybertronic tank and seems to be based on a modified green tank Legion class Megatron figure. I like Megatron and would consider getting Grimlock, especially if he appeared in G1 colors, but I'm going to pass on Bee.
But this wasn't enough for Hasbro so they've also started an 11 inch line featuring Optimus Prime and another Bumblebee. Optimus shares his transformation with Ultimate Beast Hunters Optimus Prime, at roughly the same height, but much better executed. I'm a little concerned about how the truck hood looks on his back, but he's already better than Age of Extinction Leader class Prime. Bumblebee more or less has a unique transformation and looks much better than the smaller seven inch figure. None of the figures in the Cyber series are based on existing character designs, though it seems they'll be sold as Generations figures. Price-wise we're left with question marks, same with the release date, but we'll probably get some info soon.
Hasbro also has some new Titans on the way for the simple, non-transforming line (not to be confused with Titan class Generations figures) based on Robots in Disguise 2015. The six inch line is adding Steeljaw and Sideswipe while the 12 inch line adds Sideswipe and Bumblebee. Sideswipe is starting to look like the new Bumblebee for RID.
[via Seibertron, Autobase Aichi, Nilo Tozzo & Cia Ltda]
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: Singles & Deluxe Higher Res Look, Part 3
No PDF version but a high res version of the poster was forwarded so here’s a better look at the NEW or “new” singles & deluxe diecast CARS coming in 2015. Airport Adventure Theme Lost in the Desert Mini & Van (2-pack) Acer with Luggage Cart Nat McLugnut & Michael Honksel Airport Pitty’s. Sajan […]
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WIPs for resin release by Seymour for Stranger Factory group show in June
New Zealand-based artist Seymour is currently busy building an "army" of his self-made and to-be-self-painted creatures, as part of a as-yet-revealed-name-of-a group show in Stranger Factory in June (5th-28th) alongside Stan Manoukian, Maryanna Hoggatt and Andrew Bell.
These resin guys will be a limited edition release as part of the show, along with other one-off-sculpts. Stay tuned to his ![]()
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Mattel Disney Pixar CARS: The Evil Mastermind Plan
When Cletus asks if he can borrow your glue gun and then says he’s gonna take a trip into town, be wary … Thanks for the heads up & photo, “Francis C!” Tweet This Post
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give your favorite littles a new wardrobe
When I was pregnant with Birdie, I was obsessed with knitting her as many things as I could before she arrived. It was the best way I could think of to show my love for her when I had no other way except for hugging my own belly. Now, of course, if I have time […]
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Peek at a Painted #FamousChunkies Storm Trooper by VTSS x Alex Solis
"Painting job is always the most difficult part for polystone figure. We are asking two best painters to do such job. Lets wait a bit to see final production!" (@vtss_vince)And thus far we get to see teasers for the Chunky Trooper (not counting the partial Vader WIP below) .. and you will no longer be "too short to be a Storm Trooper" LOL
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set database: LEGO 1710 snowmobile
set database: LEGO 1710 snowmobile
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set number: 1710
set name: snowmobile
theme: town
year: 1994
pieces: 23
price: us$2
minifig: 1
nice town set.
polybag version.
come with a snowmobile.
minifig included a driver minifig.
released similar as 1730 snow scooter (box version) by LEGO in 1994.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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set name: snowmobile
theme: town
year: 1994
pieces: 23
price: us$2
minifig: 1
nice town set.
polybag version.
come with a snowmobile.
minifig included a driver minifig.
released similar as 1730 snow scooter (box version) by LEGO in 1994.
great playability.
overall design is great.
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FROM FORTUNE: Toys 'R' Us Is Making Millions of Kids Very Sad
Toys ‘R’ Us is abandoning its location in Times Square in New York City. The toy retailer will not be renewing its lease on the 110,000-square-foot location in the heart of Manhattan, reported The Commercial Observer . The store has a giant dinosaur, an enormous Barbie dollhouse and a Ferris wheel.
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New Horned Megaseth by Lisa Rae Hansen for ToyConUK 2015
New MEGASETH figure (as-yet-named) from Lisa Rae Hansen to be unleashed at the Fugime booth at ToyCon UK (April 25), with this horned beast limited to 3 figures to be had (utterly apt for this Year Of The Goat too), and poised to rock your collective toy-loving-minds out! For updates and more of what else Lisa Rae is prepping for ToyConUK, check out here Instagram @ibreaktoys.
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Micro Mail-Offer 2 from Scott Wilkowski
Interestingly, Scott Wilkowski has started offering "analog ordering" for his new series of figurines, whereby folks are to physically mail $$ to Scott, to order his Micro figures. Price is US$10 per piece, with International (non-USA) orders to add US$5. The offer is valid until June 1st, 2015. I would suggest folks outside of the United States enquire if you could paypal instead (![]()
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CCC’s Filia Moon ‘Bulan’ Sunkissed
Charles' Creature Cabinet has announced the pre-order of the second big Fidelia - this time in tan. On Friday, March 20th 2015 at 8pm, the limited edition Filia Moon 'Bulan' ball-jointed doll - Sunkissed (Tan) - will be available to pre-order with an estimated shipping date in August 2015. The set includes glass eyes, faceup, […]
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Research and Markets: China Toys and Games Markets 2015-2024
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Toys and Games Markets in China" report to their offering
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Day 6 Partners with Andrew McCutchen for Backyard Sports Baseball
Day 6 Sports Group has signed Andrew McCutchen to be the face of its Backyard Sports Baseball line. The company is working with Major League Baseball (MLB), mlb.com, and the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) for its re-launch of the Backyard Sports franchise. “Re-launching Backyard Sports in partnership with MLB, mlb.com, and MLBPA is [...]
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Hasbro Asia To Give Away Commemorative Coin With Purchase of MP-24 Star Saber
Hasbro Asia is continuing their practice of adding giveaways to their releases of high-end Japanese products with a special coin to be included with MP-24 Star Saber! It's difficult to say whether the coin itself is triangular or just the window on the packaging, but a triangular coin would be really neat. Keep reading to see the image!
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