Sunday, January 1, 2012

Saturday, December 31, 2011

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!

Friday, December 30, 2011

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

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

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

Thursday, December 22, 2011

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