Farewell 2011, Hello 2012

How fitting would it be to end 2011 with more toys? Thanks to Lulubell, a package was delivered with Grody toys today. Grody has made some of our favorite toys this year.

The Last toys to arrive in 2011.

Was thinking about doing a top 10 of the best toys/companies of the year but it was way to difficult to decide so nixed that and besides everyone has their own picks depending on what they collect. We'd definitely say this was a very, very good year for sofubi toys despite the earthquake/tsunami that hit Japan this past March. Some of our favorite toys were by Chima Group, Refreshment, Uamou, Paul Kaiju, Splurrt, Grody Shogun, MVH, Monster Worship, Max Toy, Itokin Park, Super7, Gargamel, RxH, Bwana Spoons, Le Merde etc..... (too many to list).

Thank you to all the artists/companies for making awesome toys even though our wallets dislike you lol!

We would also like to Thank, YOU, the readers for reading our blog and website. We wish you all a Wonderful and Happy New Year! 2012 is going to be an even better year!

Super7 Madness!!!

Love Super7 toys! Here's some of what was picked up within the last couple of months. I forgot to include a few figures like Mongolion, Foster, Patty Power etc... Pretty sure you all saw my Designer Con pick ups so didn't need to re-post those pics.

Trio of Terror!

Did you all pick up your blank Mummy boys for the Mummy Mania Contest? Rules and Entry Form can be found HERE. Have you seen the new Le Turd body? He's been working out! The Zombiefighter is an awesome figure! The all black was a SSSS exclusive. Was messing with the pic and liked the way it turned out. 

My last batch of goodies from Super7 for 2011. Looking forward to 2012 especially the Casket Cruiser!

SARS Membership Re-opens on New Year's Day

If you're a fan of Bwana Spoons, SARS (Skulls and Rainbows Society) will re-open to accept new members starting January 1st, 2012. All levels of memberships will be available in his shop. Definitely a must to join if you collect any of Bwana's figures such as Sleeping Killer, Steven The Bat, Boris, Dolly etc......

via Bwana Spoons

Grody Invasion!!!

It's no secret that some of the most unique & creative toys this year comes from Grody Shogun. Grody does a lot of mashups which shows the fun factor with his toys and mashing them up with other artist's toys like Paul Kaiju's Seagool.

The Grody figures have definitely invaded!!!

Releases from the past couple of months.

Grody Shogun x Kaiju Korner Exclusive Monster Karas arrived before Xmas.

These guys arrived from Lulubell a couple days before Xmas.

Didn't open the box from Lulubell until it hit Midnight Christmas Day. Was giddy like a kid and couldn't wait to open the box. I definitely need a bigger shelf!!!

A huge thanks to Lulubell, Amy & Luke (Grody) for making my Christmas extra special with a box full of Grodys! Looking forward to seeing what new craziness Grody will come up with!

Preview Chima Group's 4th Original figure "Wool"

Chima Group showed off their prototype of their 4th original figure called Wool. Wool is a Sun Loving Monster with a scarf around it's neck. Hopefully this will be coming out in the New Year! Can't wait for this guy to be released. : )

via Chima Group

Rampage Toys Releases at Super Festival 58

Rampage Toys will be releasing lots of goodies for Super Festival 58. From Left to Right on the top row - Clear X-Ray Ugly Unicorn, Snowgon Ugly Unicorns & Kikkake Kuma-Chan. Bottom row (left to right) - Chima Group's Bolo & Ten Gallon and Velocitron Ghouls.

Loving the Ten Gallon!

via Rampage Toys

Super Festival 58

Super Festival 58 will take place January 9th 2012 in Tokyo, Japan from 10:30am - 4pm. Always a lot of great toy releases. Here's a list of their exclusive releases HERE. Releases from Sunguts, U.S. Toys, Marusan etc.... 

Joe Ledbetter's "Funny Bunny" Print Release

Joe Ledbetter just released the latest print from his Mutant Bunny Print Series 2011 - "Funny Bunny". 5"x7" Giclee Print on heavy stock Watercolor paper. Limited to 99 signed & numbered. $40 each. Buy yours here!

Siccaluna Koubo Kaiju & Tetsujin Lucky Bags

Siccaluna Koubo Kaiju or Tetsujin Lucky Bags are available now for Pre-order at Lulubell. There are 2 different Lucky Bags.

"The Kaiju lucky bag is a blind bag consisting of 5 unpainted figures. You don't know which figures you get until you open the bag. Picture shows some possibilities. You will get 2 Kong's, a Death Kappa, a Devilman, and a Mini Station Staff from the Death Kappa movie." Pre-Order yours HERE for $210.

"The Tetsujin lucky bag is a blind bag consisting of 4 unpainted figures. You don't know which figures you get until you open the bag. Picture shows some possibilities. This bag DOES NOT include the Kong's." Pre-order yours HERE for $180.

via Lulubell

Grody Shogun Mucky Monster Pre-Order Release

Lulubell Toys x Grody Shogun's Mucky Monster Pre-Order was released yesterday. Surprisingly, these are still up for sale especially with how fast all the other Grody Shogun figures have gone. These are 8" tall and is another mashup using GID Monster Bodies and Karakuri arms & bodies as the top part of the figure. Each one is hand painted by Grody and comes blind bagged as there are special variants. Buy yours HERE for $35 each. No limits on how many you can buy this time.

I'm digging the Mickey Mouse look. : )

via Lulubell

Max Toy Unpainted Yellow Micro Eyezon

Max Toy recently released their Micro Eyezon in unpainted yellow. This little guy stands 2.5" tall. $12ea. Buy yours HERE.

Micro figures are awesome! They have an awesome amount of details for such a tiny figure. One of the best things about micro figures is that they are tiny and can fit just about anywhere or you can stick it in your pocket and take it with you wherever you go.

via Max Toy

Big Shot Toy Works Holiday Card

Toy2r's Qee Xmas Greeting Card

With Christmas approaching in a few days, thought I post up a few greeting cards that we received from a couple of toy companies. This one is from Raymond Choy, Founder & President of Toy2r.

Are You Ready for Super7's New Football Boy T-Shirt?

Super7 just released their Football Boy T-shirt featuring Super7's Mummy Boy Mascot wearing the SF 49er's colors Red & Gold. Pssst, Bay Area Locals, if you need a gift quick, head to Super7's store in SF and pick up your shirt. $25 each. You can also buy it HERE.

Damn, how can you not want this shirt! Mummy Boy is the best and for sure all you Mummy Boy fans can't resist getting this.

via Super7

Cometdebris 1st Full Color Sametan Release

Cometdebris just released his 1st Full Color Sametan Figure for $45 each + shipping. You can purchase yours HERE.

"This version features full color details and two different color vinyl parts (a grey vinyl body and blue vinyl jeans). Each figure is hand painted by Koji at Cometdebris Headquarters in Tokyo. A portion of Sametan's sales will benefit PangeaSeed and their efforts to bring awareness to the plight of sharks worldwide. Sametan is available now in the Cometdebris online store. $45 each. Figures will ship in January."

Love this 1st Full Color version. I have the clear blue and the sculpt is awesome. Really stoked on this color version. Hopefully a few will be left next week. With the Holidays a few days away, I have to put all personal purchases for myself off until the holidays are over.

via Cometdebris

Super7 x LEGO "What If" Collaboration/Project

Rose Vampire, Ghostfighter, Mummy Boy, Dokuduo

Super7 x LEGO "What If" Collaboration/Project. Super7's good friend Toby who works at LEGO showed S7 some pictures online of what he's working on and Super7 sculpted and cast a few LEGO sized heads based on a few of their vinyl toys to match the LEGO bodies.

WHOA!!! Now this collaboration would be Awesome!!! Hope it does go forward.

via Super7

Seagool! Seagool!! Seagooooooooooool!!!

Grody Shogun Version

CCM

Designer Con Brick by Brick 2

NYCC 2011

Acquired these Seagools in the past couple of months. Missed out on the Anchor Neck Seagool which was released at Designer Con this year as well. So if anyone has a lead on one or changes their mind on it. Let me know!

Seagool was created from the Brilliant Mind of Paul Kaiju. They were first made in resin and are now made in vinyl with the help of Lulubell. Out of all the figures, Seagool is my favorite so far. I say so far because Paul always has something new brewing.

The Grody Shogun version was Grody's take on Paul's Seagool. Missed out on this during the initial release but after patiently waiting, I was able to find one. I didn't include the Monstergool Mashups in this post but they'll be in another for sure!

Next up is the CCM (Cotton Candy Machine) version. During NYCC this year, Lulubell held a special event at CCM where they released a lot of different figures in the CCM colors. Then we have the Designer Con Brick by brick 2 which was 1 of 2 Seagools exclusive to DCON. The other was more limited than this version which is why I was unable to get it. Finally, we have the NYCC version which an awesome friend helped me get.


Looking forward to more Seagools in the New Year!

Chima Group's Latest Arrivals - Amedas, Ten-Gallon & Bolo

Amedas

Ten-Gallon

Bolo

Group Shot

These are my latest incoming toys from Chima Group. The Amedas that you see are the latest versions that were released. The Green with red boots Amedas was just released this past weekend at Treasure Festa in Japan and this little fella decided to hitch a ride with his brothers and friends. (Many Thanks Saito-san!)

I also decided to add Ten-Gallon and Bolo to my collection. There's so many different Ten-Gallon figures to choose from. I chose the all black with silver teeth. There are quite a few other colors available as well. You can pick them up directly from Chima Group as well as a couple of USA retailers such as Lulubell and Rotofugi who also carry a few different colors. Both are awesome shops!

Bolo is the newest figure from Chima Group. I picked up the Red Beret Version. There are currently 2 other colors - Blue or Dark Green.

Both Ten-Gallon & Bolo are amazing in person and of course my absolute favorite is Amedas and so far I have been fortunate to collect all the releases so far.

Chima Group is working hard on a 4th figure which will be out some time next year but I'll have a separate post on that.

If you are interested in Chima Group's figures, you can order from them direct through their website which will have their email address where you can contact them to order. There are U.S. Retailers that also carry limited amounts of Chima Group's figures. Lulubell currently carries their Grody Shogun x Chima Group Amedas Exclusive as well as 3 different Ten-Gallon figures. Rotofugi carries a few different Amedas as well as Ten-Gallon.

Refreshment's Clown Cuppy, Xmas Cuppy & DEVI-Chan

Clown Cuppy

Xmas Cuppy

Xmas DEVI-Chans

These awesome figures from Refreshment in Japan arrived a couple of weeks ago. I love Refreshment's figures. How awesome is Clown Cuppy?  I think a few of these might still be available from Refreshment. Check their site out in the link above.

Also received this postcard with my order. Seems like this could be a hint of perhaps a Queen Cuppy release?

Gargamel's The Thrash Out Show

Gargamel may be having one of their last shows at Thrash Out called "The Thrash Out Show". As many of you have read and heard that Gargamel will be closing their store (Thrash Out) in Tokyo next month (January 2012). They will still be making toys.

There will be customs from Kiyoka & Naoya as well as New toy releases. Opening Reception is December 18th  @ 15:00 Japan Time. Show will run until December 23rd.

Here's a few preview pics of what they are working on for the show.

This is going to be another Amazing show.!!! These customs so far are awesome!

via Gargamel

Bwana Spoons' Big Bangs Holiday Blind Box Release

Bwana Spoons will be releasing his Holiday Blind Boxes this coming Friday, December 16th at Noon Pacific HERE. The blind boxes are Boris related so if you're a huge fan of Boris then these are the boxes you've been looking for. Bwana will be doing a handpainted run for this release. He hints that you might find a sloth, Steven, Puppy or Pocket Killers, uh-oh globby, Dolly, little paintings, Jelly Factory resins, or a Custom big Sleeping Killer. One lucky box will contain a Gold Steven ticket for a huge stash of goodies.

via Bwana

MVH x BlobPus Ollie Enma (Devil) GID Pre-Order

MVH x BlobPus Ollie Enma (Devil) GID Pre-Order. Price 13,800 yen + Shipping. Will ship around January 31st. Deadline to order is December 20th and Payment must be received by December 22nd.

"When I reach the planned amount, I close it early. Or it is drawn lots." 


This is not an open run, so if you are planning to buy this, please do so as soon as possible or you may be out of luck. 


"E M S
Oceania, North America, Central America and the Middle East　　1 piece.　 2,220yen
Europe　1 piece.　2,600yen
Asia　1 piece.　1,660yen
South America and Africa　1 piece.　 3,460yen

Please give mail to me by December 20.
I claim it to you by using PayPal.

Plese you must fill in
Name,
Country
Address,
Telephone number,
PayPal address.
The telephone number is necessary for EMS.

Please receive money to PayPal by December 22.
I order to the toy factory on December 23.
Schedules are all Japan standard time.

Please give the order mail to me ahead of time.
It might arrive after the deadline.

The application to this place.
shopping@blobpus.jp "

SOLD OUT


via BlobPus

Super7's Little Bit Pink GID Mummy Boy, Yuletide Honoo, Shirts, Xmas Toy Sale & Shipping Deadline

Super7 just announced a whole slew of news which includes New Toys/Shirts, Xmas Toy Sale & Shipping Deadline if you need something by Christmas. In order to get your orders in time for Christmas, Orders must be made by Friday, December 16th by 1PM Pacific.

Little Bit Pink GID Mummy Boy, Undecorated Yuletide Honoo, Decorated Yuletide Honoo

Friday is all about new releases at Super7. Same Time, Same Place! (Super7 at Noon Pacific) This week is no exception. Just in time before Christmas we get 2 new figure releases, A Little Bit Pink GID Mummy Boy $50 each and Leecifer's Yuletide Honoo $35 each. Yuletide Honoo comes blind bagged as there is a Decorated Tinsel filled Chase!

Cali Sole, Death by Kitten

Double dose of releases this week with 2 new t-shirts: Cali Sole & Death by Kitten. Both will be $25 each.

Need a Last Minute Gift? Super7 is having a Xmas Toy Sale. Buy any Toy and get the 2nd toy 50% off. Excludes new releases. Sale Starts Friday, December 16th - Monday, December 19th.

All new releases will be released at Super7 at Noon Pacific this Friday, December 16th. Xmas Toy Sale Starts Friday and Holiday Shipping Deadline to ensure your order gets delivered by Christmas is this Friday by 1PM.

via Super7

Grody Shogun's New Karakuri, Feliz Fundillo Monster Holiday Mash Up & Surprise Figure Release

Karakuri

Lulubell x Grody Shogun will be releasing 3 new figures Today, Wednesday, December 14th at NOON Pacific at Lulubell. Karakuri in GID & Pink. One lucky person will receive the chase version which has a Gold Glitter Ojisan Body & GID head. Limit is 1 per person and will be $20.

Feliz Fundillo Mash Up

Next is the Feliz Fundillow Mash Up which consists of Clear Monster Heads, Silver Glitter Monster Arms & Gold Glitter Ojisan bodies. There is a chase version which has one black arm. These are blind bagged and limit is 1 per person. Will cost $28.

There will also be a third surprise figure released at the same time. These are all in stock and ready to ship just in time for Christmas!

via Lulubell

Android Special Edition Toy Soldier by Gary Ham

Dyzplastic's Special Edition Toy Soldier Android by Gary Ham will be released this coming Wednesday just in time for Christmas. These will be available through the Dead Zebra Shop Wednesday, December 14th at 11am EST & 11pm EST. These will be $10 each and the limit for this one is 2 per person/address. If you choose priority mail, these should arrive before Xmas.

If you miss the initial release, check out Gary's site to see when he'll be dropping his signed Artist Samples.

I know a couple of people would love this!!! Really digging the key that can be placed on the back.

via Dyzplastic

Bwana Spoons' Limited Edition "KILLERS" Skateboard Deck & Micro Killer Toy Pre-Order

Pre-Order Hessenmob Heritage x Bwana Spoons' "KILLERS" Skateboard Deck & Micro Transparent Pink Sleeping Killer Limited Edition of 120 sets HERE. Price is 69,90 EUR + S&H.

"With the release of the Limited Edition “KILLERS” Skateboard Deck we are proudly celebrating the return of Bwana Spoons to the Hessenmob Heritage Art campus. The “KILLERS” Set consists of a Limited Edition run of 120 numbered Skateboard Decks and an equally limited collectible “Micro Killer” Toy in transparent pink.

A bearded troll, Bwana lives in a tiny shack deep in the woods of Portland, Oregon where he spends his time cultivating moss, sculpting psychedelic figurines and painting pictures with his dirty fingernails. The idea for the “KILLERS” deck graphic came to Bwana in a dream after he had eaten a handful of dried berries from a hand-woven pouch.

The boards are crafted from quality canadian maple, the deck measures 8.0 x 31.5” with a 6 color screen-printed graphic (applied via heat transfer) featuring some glow-in-the-dark elements. The collectible "Micro Killer" Toy (Length 40 mm; soft transparent pink vinyl) is a limited edition run of 120 in transparent pink.

THIS IS A PRE-ORDER WHICH HAS TO BE PAID IN ADVANCE. THE SET WILL SHIP IN LATE JANUARY 2012. "

via Mobshop

Joe Ledbetter's "Leopard Bunny" Print from the Mutant Bunny Print Series 2011

Joe Ledbetter just released his newest print titled "Leopard Bunny" from the Mutant Bunny Print Series 2011. Each Print is 5"x7" and limited to 99. Price is $40. Buy yours HERE.

Munktiki x Bwana Spoons' "I'm Having An Art Show" at the Grass Hut

Munktiki x Bwana Spoons' " I'm Having An Art Show " at the Grass Hut this coming Saturday, December 10th from 11-1PM.

Munktiki will be bringing a vending machine which will pop out 4 new stackable ceramic mugs. Bwana will have a new series of Totem paintings. Everything will be cash and carry.

Anything not sold during the show will be put up online later that night.

via Grass Hut

Le Merde to Release NEW colors of Le Miniverse

Le Merde will be releasing brand new colors of his Le Miniverse resin figures this coming Friday, December 9th HERE at 11AM Pacific.

via Le Merde

Super7's NEW Fright Night ZombieFighter & Glowing Lava Partyball Release

Super7 is set to release Fright Night ZombieFighter vs Glowing Lava Partyball this Friday. These 2 new figures will be released this Friday, December 9th at NOON Pacific HERE.

ZombieFighter by Super7 x Secret Base $65 each
Partyball by Paul Kaiju $35 each

via Super7