Figma Bruce Lee (#266) Review

Marking the 75th Birthday of the late martial artist and film star, Bruce Lee, Figma released a super-poseable figure of Bruce with some really cool accessories!

Custom Painted Kazumouse by Candie Bolton

A pair of Kazumouse sofubi from TOUMA that was painted by Candie Bolton will be available tomorrow (12/29) at her website for all to collect.

TRU:TEK Oozeball - CHEEZY MOON up for preoder at RAMPAGE webshop

RAMPAGE TOYS has listed Cheesy Moon up for Preorder on the webshop. Cheesy Moon is stated to be one of Oozeball’s last run, as production of this mold will eventually end for a long period of time.

‘Bake-Kujira: The Phantom Whale’ by Candie Bolton and Toy Art Gallery Coming in 2016!

Candie Bolton’s latest sofubi design is a brilliant take of a mythical Japanese ghost, named “Bake-Kujira The Phantom Wale.” According to the legend, a Bake-kujira is primarily a skeletal ghost of a whale that has been hunted and killed by humans. Some stories have also said that the unrested spirit was accompanied by unusual hosts of fish and birds. The sight of a Bake-kujira in the sea brings a curse to the person that spotted the spirit in the form of famine, plague, fires, and other kinds of harm.

In this design, Candie has made the folklore the star by featuring what seems to be the ghost of a narwhale, while including other physical elements of the mythology in between. Bake-Kujira was sculpted by macsorro and will be produced into a sofubi by Toy Art Gallery. The sofubi will be 11 inches tall and will be released sometime in the early half 2016.

Provided in the post are images of the prototype, as well as the display shown in DCON 2015. The Rave Corner will provide more updates as soon as they are available!

Credit:  Candie Bolton

All images are copyrighted by Candie Bolton 2015. All rights reserved.

One-off Custom Biter Fish Sofubi by Candie Bolton Coming this Sunday!

Paul Kaiju's renowned Biter Fish sofubi, which has generated a lot of positive buzz at this year’s DCON 2015, will be available once again in another variant, but for a limited time only. The most recent version will be provided by talented artist Candie Bolton, who has personally painted this figure herself.

Here is some additional information courtesy of Candie Bolton:

“My one-off custom Biter Fish sofubi from Paul Kaiju will be available at www.candiebolton.com this Sunday at 6:00pm PST. Soft vinyl painted with Monster Kolor and gouache with a sparkly and glossy clear coat.”

Check out Candie Bolton’s website this Sunday (12/20) to get your very own custom Biter Fish sofubi!

Credit:  Candie Bolton

All images are copyrighted by Candie Bolton 2015. All rights reserved.

'CHEEZY MOON' coming to RAMPAGE webshop

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (IG: @jmrampage).

RAMPAGE TOYS is bringing back The Disarticulators' famous Oozeball sofubi for another great variation. This time Oozeball will be predominantly yellow and referred as "CHEEZY MOON." Collectors, who haven't owned this collectible item, may want to obtain this figure as RAMPAGE TOYS stated that Oozeball will be retired after this release.

RAMPAGE TOYS wrote the following post in Instagram:

"jmrampageComing soon to the RAMPAGE webshop - 'CHEEZY MOON' squeeky squishy Oozeballs! This will be an open pre-order for this FINAL squeeky blank version of the @trutek Oozeball. We will be doing paint on some yellow ones in the future, and on non-squishy figures as well, but this is basically the final hurrah for this figure that has become a proven neo-classic since its release last year. From here on, @trutek will be moving in the direction of his @goryhole series.

Once I get the pre-order details sorted and loaded into the RAMPAGE webstore, I will post here. The order will be open through the New Year's festivities for all your post holiday shipping pleasure.

CHEESE!"

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

‘Okurimono Maiko’ by 2Petalrose coming to Gift Wrapped 2015

Image courtesy of 2Petalrose (IG: @2petalrose).

Another wonderful edition of Maiko (II) by 2Petalrose will be coming to the “Gift Wrapped 2015” show at the Clutter Gallery in Beacon, New York. The event will begin on December 12, 2015 and end on January 1, 2016. Okurimono Maiko will be available for purchase at the opening reception.


2Petalrose wrote the following info on the main website:

• Handmade Resin figurine.
• Hand Painted with acrylic paints.
• Stands 15 (Aprox) Inches tall (with base).
• Maiko figurine with Samurai Helmet (attached via Magnet).
• Custom designed cotton fabric for Obi and under-skirt.
• Katana.
• Japanese vase stand with custom print insert.

If you’re attending the event, be sure to spot this great toy out!

Credit:  2Petalrose

All images Copyright 2PetalRose 2015.

Funko Pop! Animation Tokyo Ghoul Ken Kaneki Vinyl Figure Review

Ken Kaneki (#61) comes from a very popular manga and anime series named, “Tokyo Ghoul.” In Funko’s Pop! Animation series, he is released along with Touka Kirishima (#62). This figure, in particular, is a Hot Topic Exclusive and is said to be able to glow in the dark, according to the box.

The Various Forms of 'Maiko II' By 2Petalrose

Maiko II (original). Image courtesy of 2Petalrose (IG: @2petalrose).

Before the release of Shikomi:  The Little Samurai Girl, 2Petalrose has made great toys of a very unique character, named “Maiko II.”

DCON Exclusive Figures Available at RAMPAGE TOYS' Webstore

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (IG: @jrmapgage)

Missed out on seeing RAMPAGE TOYS' booth at DCON 2015? Not a problem! RAMPAGE TOYS listed some DCON exclusives on their own webstore.

The figures listed are:

• "Fabric Guts UU" - RAMPAGE x CLICK CRACK
• MICROMESS! Micro-grab-bags! (Sold Out)
• RAMPAGE x Cojica "Tokyo Soprano"
• Salary Diggler (Sold Out)
• Tofu Set B - Tofu Tank Set (Sold Out)
• TOFU set A - 2 Tofus (Sold Out)
• Galaxy Kart!

Check them out at RAMPAGE TOYS’ webstore available here.

Funko Mystery Mini Alien Queen Review

Alien Queen is part of the second series of Funko’s Mystery Minis Sci-Fi edition, and is the second largest toy next to Godzilla. The chance of finding Alien Queen is 1/12.

Funko Mystery Mini Godzilla Review

Godzilla was included in Funko’s Mystery Minis Blind Box: Science Fiction Series 2 edition. There are 15 figures in total to collect and the chance of getting Godzilla is 1/24.

REVENGE Bear-kesagake One off Painting by BLObPUS

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

Do you prefer a painted version of RAMPAGE TOYS' new Revenge! Robo-Kesagake sofubi? You're in luck! In addition to the Revenge! Robo-Kesagake sofubi Blank Black Playset, there will be a painted one-off provided by BLObPUS. This variant will be available at DCON booth #918.

Keep an eye out for this one!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

RAMPAGE TOYS Reveal Blank Black Revenge! Robo-Kesagake Sofubi and Header Card for DCON 2015

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

As previously reported, RAMPAGE TOYS will indeed introduce the anticipated Revenge! Robo-Kesagake sofubi to DCON 2015. Jon's latest update revealed that the variant that will be introduced to the RAMPAGE TOYS' booth will be an all blank black sofubi version and will come in a set.

Toho Large Monster Series: DESTROY ALL Completion Set Vol. 1 (Manda Second Generation, Mothra Larva) Review

X-Plus made their point clear that they do intend to complete the “Destroy All Monsters” cast of daikaiju through the Toho Large Monster Series line. The recent release of Manda and Mothra (larva) figure are two steps closer to the goal.

Potential Damages to S.H. MonsterArts Toys by FlightPose's Flight Stand

If you’re a collector of S.H. MonsterArts toys and are in dire need to display your Kaiju in mid-air poses, you are probably familiar with FlightPose’s flight stand, which serves as an alternative to Tamashii Stage Act IV. This tripod design is capable of handling these bulky figures with relative ease, but be advised that there are some potential damages that the stand could do to S.H. MonsterArts toys and other collectibles in general, if left alone for a while.

RAMPAGE TOYS X Konatsu Sleeping Negora Mike Sofubi Appearing at DCON 2015

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

RAMPAGE TOYS, in collaboration with Konatsu, will bring a new color variant to Konatsu's Sleeping Negora Mike sofubi. These cool figures will be available at RAMPAGE TOYS' booth at DesignerCon 2015.

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) wrote the following message in Instagram:

"Wakey wakey! DCON booth 918. #rampagetoys X @konatsu_tunacan"

The figures are limited and on a first come first serve basis. Be sure to get one before they are sold out!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

2Petalrose Presents 'Shikomi: The Little Samurai Girl'

Image courtesy of 2Petalrose (@2petalrose)

Custom toy designer, 2Petalrose, will soon be releasing a very impressive custom toy that will surely be appreciated by figure collectors, who either love Japanese culture or amazing craftsmanship. The latest release is a poseable toy named “Shikomi.”

RAMPAGE TOYS' New 'REVENGE' Kesagake Figure Revealed!

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) and @_pinosa_.

Collectors wanting to see more pics of the upcoming REVENGE Kesagake figure can wait no longer! RAMPAGE TOYS has recently shared more pictures of the one-off test shot vinyl on Instagram.

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) wrote:

“Sharing these pics by @_pinosa_ because I never took any myself! One-off on test shot vinyl - REVENGE Bear - Kesagake. Claw hand has moving 'thumb.' Katana arm reads 'Kesagake.' Coming to DCON - booth 918.”

Check out REVENGE Kesagake and RAMPAGE TOYS at DesignerCon 2015!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla 1964 The Emergence of Godzilla Version Review

Wrapping up on the mini marathon of figure reviews on Halloween is the King of Monsters, Godzilla! The latest release of S.H. MonsterArts is a reissue of a preexisting figure, namely Godzilla 1964. However, Tamashii Nations added another twist to this figure, by giving it another recolored concept titled "The Emergence of Godzilla Version."

Fewture Direct Gotouchi Kaiju Series Pandan

Happy Halloween! Want more figure reviews of spooky or creepy monsters? How about a giant panda, named Pandan? Pandan is one out of many Daikaiju that were created for the Gotouchi Kaiju Series line by ITTSU. Fortunately for Kaiju figure collectors, Pandan is one of the first Kaiju to be produced in toy form, thanks to Art Storm’s collaboration with the Gotouchi Kaiju Series.

Medicom Toy Miracle Action Figure No.48 Mickey Mouse (from "Runaway Brain") Review

Happy Halloween! In consideration for today's holiday, today's review will be about a toy that really captures the Halloween spirit. Medicom Toy released this awesome figure two years ago, which was based on Disney's short film "Runaway Brain." Here is, Medicom Toy Miracle Action Figure No.48 Mickey Mouse (from "Runaway Brain").

RAMPAGE TOYS X Cojica Toys Soprano Sofubi Appearing at DCON 2015

Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

Attendees at this year’s Designer Con, may have another great treasure to hunt at the event. RAMPAGE TOYS announced a collaboration with Cojica Toys to introduce another variant of the Soprano sofubi!

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) wrote the following message on instagram:

"Yellow vinyl, how I love thee! #rampagetoys X @hiramoto_kaiju for DCON. Brush work and that little extra touch still to come ^_-"

Kaiju sofubi fans, keep an eye out for this!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

RAMPAGE TOYS’ ‘Revenge’ Kesagake Figure Coming Soon!

Image Courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

RAMPAGE TOYS’ latest variant of Kesagake, referred as “Revenge,” will be showing up online soon. These one offs will be available at FOE Gallery next month and Designer Con 2015.

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrapage) wrote the following message on instagram:

“Revenge. Test pull - test paint - one off. Get it at FOE next month. A few more one offs (the remaining test pulls) will be at DCON - hopefully with a release as well!”

Fans of Kesagake figures should not miss out on this one also!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

Tamashii Buddies Levi Ackerman Review

Settling for the Eren Yeager figure alone, seemed wrong. Therefore, someone from the same group also ended up being bought. Today’s review is Tamashii Buddies Attack on Titan Levi Ackerman!

Tamashii Buddies Attack on Titan Eren Yeager Review

There weren’t any anime figure reviews done in a while, but that ends now. Today’s review will be Tamashii Buddies Attack on Titan Eren Yeager!

Transformers Combiner Wars Titan Class Devastator Review

Concluding the Constructicons review is the almighty Devastator! Currently, Devastator is billed as the tallest combined robot on the market. Although the toy set fits the bill, as advertised, does Devastator satisfy on other levels?

New Kesagake Variant in the Works!

Image Courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (Instagram: @jmrampage)

RAMPAGE TOYS' successful Kesagake figure has gone through many color variations, so what other new idea can bring this concept to another level? How about turning Kesagake into a killer robot!

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) wrote the following on Instagram:

"Kesagake was hunted down and killed by a famed hunter. His parts were scattered to the far corners of the known world, only to be collected by a crazed and brilliant maniac! Replacing the missing claws and lower jaw with mechanical instruments of destruction, and reanimating the discarded carcass by means of black magic - this maniac sends forth his bestial homunculus on an errand of death, destruction and.... REVENGE!!!"

A full reveal of this figure is being planned. Until then, stay tuned for more updates!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

RAMPAGE ULTRA KAIJU SERIES - Red King and Pigumon are heading to One up Online Store!

Image courtesy of  RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

If you missed your chance to snag RAMPAGE ULTRA KAIJU SERIES Red King or Pigumon from RAMPAGE WEBSHOP, you're in luck!

RAMPAGE TOYS announced on Instagram that both figures will be available at One up Online Store soon!

RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage) wrote:

"Red King and Pigumon are all sold out in the #rampagetoys shop - but a few of each will be heading to @oneuptoy ! Keep you eyes peeled over there if you missed them!"

Image courtesy of  RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

Check out One up's online store by clicking here!

Credit:  RAMPAGE TOYS

RAMPAGE TOYS present the 'RAMPAGE ULTRA KAIJU SERIES'

RAMPAGE ULTRA KAIJU SERIES. Image courtesy of RAMPAGE TOYS (@jmrampage)

Today, there are a huge market of Ultra Kaiju toys that are made to be either screen accurate or super poseable. However, there are a lot of figure collectors out there, who still appreciate the aesthetics of a classic sofubi. Luckily, Jon from RAMPAGE TOYS continues to make the collecting scene exciting by starting a toy line called, "RAMPAGE ULTRA KAIJU SERIES."

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Mixmaster Review

The last Constructicon member to be reviewed is someone who makes practically any material, solid and liquid, out of a mixer. His name is Mixmaster and he is back once again to capture most of his former self.

Transformers Titans Return Toy Line Announced!

Hasbro's new line, Transformers Titans Return, has been announced at NYCC 2015 yesterday, and is scheduled to be released sometime in 2016!

So far, the following characters have been confirmed in the following classes:

Deluxe Class

Headmaster Hardhead with Titan Master Duros
Headmaster Skullcruncher with Titan Master Grax

Legends Class

Rewind
Stripes

Voyager Class

Galvatron with Titan Master Megatron
Sentinel Prime and Infinitus

Leader Class

Blaster with Titan Master Twincast

Titan Masters

Terribull
Nightbeat
Crashbash
Loudmouth

Checkout the GG designs and more information at Seibertron.com by clicking the link below!

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/transformers-titans-return-official-stock-cg-images-and-class-description/34036/

Godzilla 1964 Model Available at Tektonten Papercraft!

Tektonten Papercraft shared a Godzilla 1964 papercraft model for everyone to make for free! This model was made by the Epson Company and is in an A4 sized pdf template. The pdf template and instructions are available by clicking here.

X-Plus Toho Large Monster Series Rodan 1964 Shounen-Ric Exclusive Available for Preorder!

X-Plus continues to complete the "Destroy All Monsters" figure line-up by announcing the reissue of Rodan 1964, which is scheduled to be shipped either late November or early December 2015!

Rodan will be made out of PVC (soft vinyl) plastic, but a Mothra larva figure will not be included, as Mothra is already in a set with Manda and will be shipping out later this month or early November.

The market price 13,284 JPY (tax included), which is roughly $110.49 by today's market. X-Plus will stop taking preorders on October 19, 2015 at 18:00 (Japan time).

Check out the figure listing from X-Plus' Ric site by clicking the link below!

https://ric-toy.ne.jp/item_rodan1964_re.html

Hasbro Provides a Teaser for 2015 NYCC Reveal!

Hasbro recently updated their Hasbro Pulse page, which included a silhouette of what seems to be future characters that will be released in the future. Some sources speculate that the image and short description provided by Hasbro may be a hint of the rumored "Titan Wars" line, which have been mentioned in fan discussions before.

Check out the teaser image and blurb at Seibertron.com by clicking the link below!

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/sneak-peek-2015-nycc-teaser-for-transformers-titan-wars-to-be-revealed/34015/

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Scrapper Review

Constructicon member, Scrapper, makes another return in the toy collecting world by being one out of six robots that comprises Devastator. After having the toy in hand, there’s no doubt that Scrapper is one of the simplest robots to transform and does a great job homaging a classic.

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Bonecrusher Review

Today’s review moves on to cover another important piece to assembling Devastator, Bonecrusher. So far, Hasbro’s Constructicon team has been delivering quality results that are above average. However, Bonecrusher’s design may have strayed away from such standards set before.

Protoype Pictures of Masterpiece Shockwave Revealed!

The moment most Transformers fans have been clamoring for is finally happening! Takara has revealed a prototype of Masterpiece Shockwave, but there has been not a solid confirmation to what kind of gimmick this toy will have. One source, speculate that there could be some kind of "flash gimmick" integrated in the design.

The figure's release date has not been announced. In the meantime, check out the photos shared on Seibertron.com by clicking the link below!

http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/masterpiece-shockwave-revealed-update-more-new-images/33945/

X-Plus Toho Large Monster Series Destoroyah Is Up for Preorder!

X-Plus has announced today that Destoroyah, the latest entry of the Toho Large Monster Series line, is now up for preorder. Both, the standard and Shounen-Ric exclusive, versions are scheduled to be released at the end of November 2015. What does the Shounen-Ric version have to offer? Check out John Stanowski's report on Kaiju Addicts by clicking the link below!

http://www.kaijuaddicts.com/x-plus-starts-taking-orders-for-destroyah-and-gamera-1995/

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Scavenger Review

Please give this guy your undivided attention. The next Constructicon to be reviewed is Scavenger, the least valued member, according to the Decepticons, yet a critical piece to forming the mighty Devastator. Here, Hasbro’s take on this character certainly show how the toy’s likeliness is mostly spot on and the playability is above par.

NECA Godzilla 1954 12" Head-to-Tail Action Figure Review

NECA makes a comeback into the Godzilla figure collectors market by introducing their latest figure that is based on Godzilla’s original incarnation (1954). How does this toy fare on its own?

X-Plus Large Monsters Series Godzilla 1995 Review

Godzilla 1995 is X-Plus’ latest entry into the Toho Large Monsters Series line. The debut of this figure was already off to a rough start, as the release date was delayed for a month. Thankfully, Godzilla has arrived and he turned out much better than expected.

Toho Large Monsters Series Manda and Mothra (Larva) Shounen-Ric Exclusive Set Coming This Fall!

To the surprise of many collectors, X-Plus has recently announced the release of more figures that will eventually complete the Destroy All Monsters cast in the 25 cm scale. The latest additions are Manda and Mothra in her larval stage. Both figures come with their own rock base and is currently planned to be released around October 2015.

Check out John Stanowski’s report on Kaiju Addicts for more information by clicking the link below!

http://www.kaijuaddicts.com/x-plus-taking-orders-for-manda-and-mothra-1968/

Godzilla Joins Funko POP Movies! Line

Since July 2015, Godzilla has been included in a list of other movie franchises that had yet to be released through Funko’s POP Movies! vinyl figure line. Fortunately, an update regarding the figure’s release has been posted, and it looks like Godzilla's arrival is not too far away!

Check out the report from Scified for more information by clicking the link below!

http://www.scified.com/site/godzillamovies/funko-unveils-their-new-godzilla-pop-vinyl-figure

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Long Haul Review

The second member of the Constructicons to be reviewed is Long Haul and man is this guy a behemoth! Though this guy is very bulky, there are some perks that make him awesome.

X-Plus Large Monsters Series Dinosaur Tank Shounen Ric Exclusive Review

X-Plus' latest entry for the Ultraseven genre is the Large Monsters Series (25 cm) version of Dinosaur Tank, a biological weapon that combines military and space technology. After unboxing this figure, there's no question that this interpretation of Dinosaur Tank must be the best of the bunch!

Diamond X-Plus Reissues Coming Out in 2016!

News of Diamond Distributor's next line of reissued X-Plus figures has surfaced two days ago! What figures are confirmed for a release so far? Check out John Stanowski's report on Kaiju Addicts for more information by clicking the link below!

http://www.kaijuaddicts.com/2nd-x-plus-invasion-north-america-begins/

Transformers Combiner Constructicon Hook Review

Combiner Wars Titan Class Devastator has arrived! Once again, the individual Constructicons must be highlighted prior to combining all six bots into the almighty Devastator. First up is Hook!

S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla 2014 Spit Fire Version

S.H. MonsterArts has released their third installment of the same figure. Godzilla (2014) gets reissued once again, except with another new theme this time. This version depicts Godzilla during the moment he used the atomic breath attack. 

Kabaya Motormaster Review

Kabaya’s candy toy variant of Motormaster was released alongside Silverbolt and Onslaught. Now that this model is fully assembled and decorated with stickers, how does this toy fare by itself?

Let's Buiild a Model: Kabaya Motormaster

Motormaster came out along with Silverbolt and Onslaught as the seventh wave of assorted candy kit toys from Kabaya. Here are the steps taken to assemble this toy, along with some quick tips for anyone who wants to build one in the future.

Y-MSF Ebirah (1966) Figure Review

The newest release from Y-MSF and Tempting Toys & Collectibles is the exclusive Ebirah (1966) figure. This figure was in the making for at least a year and has already sold out recently. Despite constant delays, how did the final product come out?

Godzilla Vinyl Wars CCP Godzilla 2001 (GMK) Review

The following figure has been on the want list for a while. Thanks to Medicom Toy and CCP, this glorious figure has been reissued for the first time!

X-Plus Toho 30cm Series Godzilla 2014 Review

Another fantastic Godzilla (2014) figure has arrived! This time, X-Plus offers their own take on a monster that has made his mark last year on the box office. Does this figure do the King of the Monsters justice?