Tuesday, October 16, 2012

RECAP: APE 2012

APE aka Alternative Press Expo was held this past weekend at The Concourse in San Francisco. APE showcases the small indie companies and artists. Crunched for time, we weren't able to spend too much time at APE this year but walking around the show there were so many talented artists and companies and APE has grown even bigger this year with workshops and panels held upstairs where in previous years were held in the same general area as the exhibitor hall.  

Some pics from the show below:

APE on Sunday - Just opened so not too busy yet.
Up the stairs was where they held workshops & panels.
Cool Odd Fauna Sculpts by Emma SanCartier
Skull Bunnies
Jeff Pigeon's Get Lucky Beavers & Kozik Anarchy Beaver
APE score!
Picked up a few things at APE which included a stop at Super7's Booth for their Giants Baseball Boy, Mongolion & Super Mummy Boy T-shirt. Also couldn't resist picking up Jeff Pidgeon's Get Lucky Beavers. Wish this weekend wasn't so packed and busy or we would've stayed longer and take our time checking out everyone's work. See you next year!!!

Mattel's MOTU Castle Grayskull Pre-Order

Mattel just opened up their pre-orders today for the Masters Of The Universe Castle Grayskull for $250 + shipping. Mattel needs to hit a minimum of production goal by November 10th 12th (Mattel just extended the deadline) 2012 at 11:59pm in order for them to proceed with production. If they get their goal met, pre-orders will stay open until January 3rd 2013. Pre-order this HERE.
"Standing solitary in the desolate lands of Eternia®, the legendary Castle Grayskull® offers sanctuary for He-Man® and those who stand for all that is good. An essential component in the original Masters of the Universe® toy line, this long-awaited icon is finally available for pre-order. Whether you’re a dedicated fan of the original series or new to the Classics line, no collection will truly be complete without Castle Grayskull®!"
"Our all-new Castle Grayskull® playset is slated for a late 2013 release. Because it’s still in its very earliest stage, the final design is subject (and likely) to change. Why are we offering it for pre-order now and asking you to make a commitment when the design hasn’t been finalized? Because the production cycle for an item like this takes over a year and is extremely costly. If we don’t reach the minimum pre-order goal by November 10th, we can’t go forward.
So, here’s everything we can tell you at this time…
Product Features
  • It’s Castle Grayskull®!
  • Ideally, the set will include everything shown in the “B sheet” product drawings to the left, but please remember these are working drawings and aren’t final yet.
  • If produced, this will be the largest, most ambitious MOTUC item ever made – the dimensions are expected to be somewhere around 25”h x 26”w x 28”d (subject to change).
  • The overall sculpt will be based on the original 1981 prototype, with the addition of an extra battle ledge, elongated jaw/face, a removable minaret on top of the dome and more!
  • Just like the vintage toy, it will be a two-sided foldout but there will be three levels to show off your MOTUC figures (in scale with most of our 6.5” figures). The vintage set only had two levels, but we’ve added another across the top for maximum display options.
  • Two secret doors – the first, a traditional door that opens out the back, and the second one, a secret brick wall that exits to the outside ledge.
  • Trap door leading to the dungeon (of course) that has an opening door, plus “locks” and chains to hold one figure.
  • Throne fits most 6.5” MOTUC figures – who will rule your Castle Grayskull®?
  • Bat wing jet pack and training device were both cut from the vintage prototype and finally get a chance at production!
  • Working elevator like the ‘81 prototype had, but we’ve added back the red skull on top that was cut. The elevator goes to all three levels, not just two levels like vintage toy.
  • Real opening Jawbridge just like you remember, only cooler!
  • Have Wind Raider? The playset will include an attachment so you can be ready for air-battle at a moment’s notice (and create a complete diorama).
  • Secret Orb room is hidden inside the dome.
  • Removable ladder to the roof leads to a blaster and the flag of Castle Grayskull®.
  • Carrying handle is optional for easy transport or clean display.
  • Did we mention… it’s Castle Grayskull®!
Ordering Information
  • Castle Grayskull® will only be produced if the minimum production goal is reached by November 10, 2012. If the minimum number of pre-orders is received by November 10, we’ll continue to accept pre-orders through January 3, 2013.
  • If production goes forward, everyone who pre-orders is guaranteed to receive a playset. Some sets will be available on MattyCollector.com after pre-orders are fulfilled, but the price will be significantly higher and you won’t be guaranteed to get one. If you want one, a pre-order is the best way to ensure you get it.
  • When you place your order, the card you used will be “pre-authorized” for a zero dollar amount. This pre-authorization simply verifies that the card is valid. You will NOT be charged until the item ships, at which time you’ll be billed for the product, shipping costs, and any taxes/fees.
  • Please note that because this item is so large, shipping charges will be substantially higher than items we normally sell. The shipping weight is 20 lbs.
  • This item is scheduled for late 2013 shipment. We’ll send an email reminder about a month before the product is scheduled to ship. If you need to change your address or credit card information at that time, you’ll have plenty of notice.
  • Should we not reach the minimum pre-order goal, your order will simply be canceled (because there’s no charge until it ships, there’s no refund needed).
One last thing… because this is a work-in-progress, features may be added or removed from the proposed design, but we can’t confirm anything now. We’re seriously as excited as you are by the prospect of finally having a Castle Grayskull® playset and Mattel will do everything to ensure we can deliver as much value as possible!"
Check out the 1981 Castle Grayskull Commercial below:

Sunday, October 14, 2012

RECAP: Bat Butts & Goat Guts at Dragatomi

Dragatomi Presents Bat Butts & Goat Guts (Phantasmagorical Psychosis) by Paul Kaiju & Leecifer. Opening reception took place on Saturday, October 13th 2012 at 7PM. If you wanted to purchase a custom by Paul Kaiju or Leecifer you had to get a line ticket which Dragatomi handed out starting at Noon. A few people camped out overnight and a few people came out from So. Cal. There was less than 20 people who lined up to purchase anything from the show. It was a really mellow crowd and everyone left with what they wanted and more.

Dragatomi did a wonderful job of hosting this event. Everything was well organized. The Dragatomi staff were very friendly and helpful. Anything that was not purchased will be up in their online shop on Monday, October, 15th. If you're in the Sacramento area, stop by Dragatomi and check out the show as it continues until November 9th.

Check out the show pictures below:

Thursday, October 11, 2012

K11 BOOMER s001 & QPMNT PAC 7 Release

K11 BOOMER s001 & QPMNT PAC 7 [ LAUNCH PARTY UPGRADE] will be released on Monday, October 15th 12 noon central time. Limited to 200. $75 USD and includes worldwide shipping. Buy this in the Squadt Store.
K11 BOOMER s001 includes: head-case, 2 GID pipe bombs and modular harness. 
QPMNT PAC 7 [LAUNCH PARTY UPGRADE] includes: Wool overcoat, scarf, sMAC 10 with removable silencer, RPG and GERM embroidered patch
please note: Germ s001 is shown for modeling purposes. Germ s001 is not included.

please allow 3-4 weeks for shipping.

The Loyal Subjects x Joe Ledbetter Mega Fire-Cat Release

The Loyal Subjects x Joe Ledbetter will be releasing his Mega Fire-Cat in about 30 days. There are 4 versions, Fire-Cat, Lava-Cat, Ice-Cat & Mono-Cat. These are 4 Feet Tall and made of Fiberglass.

Fire-Cat is limited to 7 pieces
Ice-Cat is limited to 4 pieces
Mono-Cat is limited to 5 pieces
Lava-Cat is limited to 3 pieces

Prices for these guys are $5500-$6000 usd.

Contact sales@theloyalsubjects.com if interested in buying. You can also purchase these through Toykio, 3D Retro, and Bait.

Toy Tokyo x Secret Base Exclusives for NYCC 2012

Toy Tokyo just announced 2 more exclusives for NYCC and these 2 are from Secret Base!!! Stop by Booth #3303 to pick these up. Really like the Mazinger Z.
Secret Base Devilman poster + toy set by Rockin' Jelly Bean ($130).
 Secret Base x Mazinger Z ($55)

GAGA Ikotsu Musume ($100)

Spongebob & Bandana ($120)

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

BlobPus BEROTONIAN Jr. Halloween Versions

BEROTONIAN Jr. Halloween (A) or BEROTONIAN Jr. Halloween (B)
BlobPus is releasing 2 different BEROTONIAN Jr. Halloween version figures.
8400yen each + EMS shipping
This is not a lottery sale.

E M S
Oceania, North America, Central America and the Middle East  1 piece.  1,500yen
Europe 1 piece. 1,800yen
Asia 1 piece. 1,100yen
South America and Africa 1 piece.  2,100yen


Email your order to - shopping@blobpus.jp with the following information and also specify if you want Berotonian Jr. Halloween A (orange head) or B (black head) or both.

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


via BlobPus

Grody Shogun Seagool for NYCC 2012

Luke Rook aka Grody Shogun just posted this pic via twitter that he just finished getting these painted and will have a small run of these Seagools for sale at NYCC 2012 at Lulubell's booth of course. Gahhh!!! Now I really regret not going!!!! :(

Mutant Vinyl Hardcore for NYCC 2012

MVH is going to be killing it at NYCC this Saturday! Really excited about the Candy Corn Ollie, Mecha Brain & Usirs!!!!! It's Candy Corn madness at NYCC. MVH will be at 3 different Booths. Here's a quick run down on where MVH will be and what they'll have etc... + prices too. Make sure to bring lots of CASH.


MVH will make their 1st stop with Scarecrowoven from 11am-12pm at the Psychic Defense Department Booth #3002.
  • "Chest Burster" print - 7 color silk screen prints are printed 18x24 on ivory stock $50.00
  • Print and unpainted  "Sludge Head" DX Sludge Demon Set - Limited to only 5 sets and available only at the Con. The ivory vinyl on this is beautiful and has that vintage 70/80's feel ! = $125.00
For those not going to NYCC there will be a painted version being released in November but NYCC attendees will be able to check out the the painted sample.

From 12pm-1pm, MVH will team up with Splurrt as they release pure AWESOMENESS at the Monster Island Booth #3317.
  • " Walking Dead" DX Dokuro Sludge Demons painted by Splurrt = $125.00
  • Candy Corn Mecha Brains and Usirs (limited to only 3 each) painted by MVH = $70.00
  • 2 Diggler 1 offs painted by MVH = $90.00
  • 2 Cadaver Kid 1 offs painted by MVH = $90.00
To finish off an amazing Saturday, from 1pm-2pm, MVH will be at Velocitron/Lulubell's Booth #3108 releasing more amazing pieces as well as previewing MVH's newest sculpts. 
  • NYCC 2012 Candy Corn Ollies (limited to 7 for sale) = $165.00 (Cast in white vinyl and painted true to the candy itself.  Painted with yellow, orange and silver highlights.)
  • "The Cenobite" DX Dokuro Sludge Demon (limited to 11) = $125.00 (Cast in both black and flesh vinyl with metal chain.)
  • Dokuro,Death,6eyed Ghoul,OG Sludge Head AND THE NEW Sam Heinous Pumpkin Head !!!DX Sludge Demon mixed parts showdown = $75.00
  • MVH "MV HARDCORE" (Wu Tang homage T-Shirts) = $20.00
  • MVH Circle logo Patches = $5.00 or 4 for colors for $15.00 ( 3" patch's in red,black,green,and purple).
  • MVH Chocolate pops, yummy home made candy = $2.00
MVH will have a bunch of new prototypes!
  • Both the Krawluss figure and new Berserker head will be on display
  • As well as upcoming previews of the painted runs of DX figures by Kaji San of Blobpus fame, and the "Chest Burster" DX homage with Scarecrowoven.
  • And last by not least on display will be the new Sam Heinous Pumpkin head in glow vinyl. Who knows you may just catch a few for sale as well.
Wowza that's a lot of good stuff! If you can only go one day, go on Saturday! 

Skinner's Candy Corn Satan Ultrus Bog for NYCC 2012

Skinner will have a micro run of 5 of these Candy Corn Satan Ultrus Bog for NYCC 2012. $200 each. Pick this guy up at the Monster Island Booth #3317. Hmmm seems like a whole Candy Corn Theme from a bunch of different artists.


Splurrt's Lineup for NYCC 2012

Splurrt will have a heavy hitter of releases for NYCC on Saturday at 12PM. Make sure to stop at the Monster Island Booth #3317 first and pick these up! Make sure to bring Lots of CASH. For now Splurrt will only be accepting CASH.

From Splurrt regarding prices:
"As far as prices go, the Beastman Digglers will be $75, MVH DXs will be $125, Baby Huey price isn't final yet but probably around $125. And one offs will range between $60-90."

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Preview Leecifer's Pickle Baby & Paul Kaiju's Mockbat/Uncle Biters for Bat Butts & Goat Guts Show this Saturday

Pickle Baby
Margarita Mockbat
Uncle Biters
More previews of Leecifer & Paul Kaiju's Bat Butts & Goat Guts Show this Saturday at Dragatomi! Leecifer has a new figure called Pickle Baby which is made out of resin. Can't wait to see these up close. Of course Paul Kaiju will be there with his usual great stuff. I'm sure once the show opens there will be so much stuff that it will blow minds! Looking forward to the show!

Clutter Magazine x Brutherford Industries Ice Scream Man "The Dork Knight" Edition for NYCC 2012

Clutter Magazine x Brutherford Industries Ice Scream Man "The Dork Knight" Edition for NYCC 2012.
"This special edition Ice Scream Man is limited to only 30 pieces, sports vintage Batman colors, a zipatone cone wrapper and a domino mask - it's sure to fool everyone. Each Dork Night Edition includes a special sticker. We'll have 20 available for $110 (tax included) at Clutter's booth, #3004 at NYCC.
For those not able to make it to NYCC, Brutherford will be selling ten of the DORK EDITION ICE SCREAM MAN on his website starting on Saturday."
Best Ice Scream Man yet!!! 

Super7's Pocket Baseball Boy Giants Edition Release

Super7 will be releasing a new Pocket Baseball Boy Giants Edition release this Thursday, October 11th. This figure will not be sold online and will be sold exclusively at Super7's retail store on Haight St. in San Francisco. $25 each.
"This three-inch tall figure is comprised of a Pearlescent Grey vinyl body and a White vinyl head, with Black & Orange detailing."
If you really want this little guy, you'll need to find a buddy in SF to help get you one.

Paul Kaiju's Exclusive "Sugar Cookie" Boss Carrion for Hyper Hobby

Paul Kaiju will have an exclusive "Sugar Cookie" Boss Carrion for Hyper Hobby on October 27th. This is a Japan ONLY release. Very Nice!