Spoonful of Star Wars by Bwana Spoons @ DesignerCon 2010 (Nov 20)

SPOONFUL OF STAR WARS features over 100 paintings of vintage Star Wars action figuresby Bwana Spoons from the collection of Dov Kelemer and Sarah Jo Marks, on display for one-day only at the November 20th DesignerCon in Pasadena Convention Center. Now that';s one hella cool-concept, IMHO! CLICK THRU for mondo more preview-peeks at super-cool retrolicious artwork based on your fav SW-action

Fighting JC by ThreeA Toys (Oct 15-preorder)

Scheduled for an October 15th pre-order (@9AM Hong Kong time) is ThreeA Toys' FIGHTING JC ~ from their Adventure Kartel line of 1/6-scaled articulated figures. Priced at US$80, the figure will also include a "boxing type" robe, and perhaps even a "tracky" (aka "track suit'). Currently four variants will be made available: Darkhair JC (Standard version / shown here), Blondehair JC (white robe,

Unboxing Tomorrow Queen Remi Kawaii (from 3A Toys)

Courtesy of 3A-collector Frank Sales ~ this will be the closest I'll get to "unboxing" a 1/6-scale Tomorrow Queen Remi Kawaii from ThreeA Toys. FYI: The TQ Remi was released as a 3AA-Exclusive back in April/May. And the pre-orders were solicited without an actual image of the figure! Unfortunately I had not the funds to procure such sweetness, much less the other 3 x TQs. *C'est la vie*

Event: 15th Anniversary DIY Qee Celebration at Dragatomi (Oct 9)

October 9th thru to November 6th will see the 15th Anniversary DIY Qee Celebration @ Dragatomi, USA ~ featuring a super-sweet list of artists working on a variety of Toy2R DIY-Qee forms, including: Katt Brunnegraff - Motorbot - PodgyPanda - Gatchabert - Chauskoskis - Jeremiah Ketner - Abe Lincoln Jr - Skinner - Grimsheep - Aaron Boy - KingQuan - Lunabee - J*RYU - Brain Colin - Marka27 - Jay222 -

Custom-Showcase: Ci Si Gioca Nella Sua Ombra by JRYU for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery (Oct 2-launch)

''Deep in the Forest of Sorrows lived a wood dryad named Solstice, who protected an accursed mirror that gave whomever was in possession of it eternal life & beauty, but at a terrible, horrible cost - death! For those would be so foolish to gaze into it would slowly wither and die, while bestowing Solstice with the essence of their souls to keep her young. Ever-so-vain and unyielding in her quest

Custom-Showcase: Jouwe by Slurg for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery (Oct 2-launch)

Not only is this an absolutely delightful "animated"-looking custom, it is also an uber-swell executed custom by SLURG, IMHO. Marching to the beat of his own drums, Slurg's Jouwe is trudging it's way to Cologne, Germany for the Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery (launching October 2nd), and you can CLICK THRU for more snaps, or check out some behind-the-scenes making-of the Jouwe-custom here

Ninja Of The Month: Undercover Ninja Plush by Shawnimals (Oct 6-drop)

Shawnimals set to release the next Ninja of the Month: Undercover Ninja!PRESS: If you've played the Nintendo DS Ninjatown game, then you know the Evil Assistant that helped Mr. Demon snatch the Ninja Star Cookie recipe is a really big jerk. Tricking those poor Ninjas so viciously! Ol' Master decided to try some trickery of his own with Undercover Ninja – trained in the art of deception, cunning

Squeeky Version Boss Carrions by Paul Kaiju for New York Comic Con 2010

Eye-Gorgingly Glorious and Kitchy-Kool-Kaiju be the Squeeky Version BOSS CARRION by Paul Kaiju for New York Comic Con. Nuff said, really.[Source]

Event: DesignerCon 2010 Events Announced

EVENT-PRESS: DesignerCon [www.designercon.com] returns to the Pasadena Convention Center on November 20th, 2010. Now in its fifth year, DesignerCon (formerly Vinyl Toy Network), is an annual art and design convention that smashes together collectible toys and designer apparel with urban, underground and pop art. Starting at 10 am scheduled activities include:- Goodie Bags will be available for

Packing Sneak Peeks from RAJE Toys for New York Comic Con 2010

RAJE Toys tweets a montage of snaps featuring Doktor A's G.N.O.M.E. (in gold? bronze colorway?) and Patricio Oliver's BEAST RIDERS & PALADINS and NYCC-Exclusive DR BRAIN ~ all in packing-preparation for the coming New York Comic Con ~ where 50 pcs of each Artist Proofs will be made available at booth #2680 ~ Oh My...

Resin-Preview: Blank Photos for SPROGS 4, 5 & 6 by Cris Rose

We first brought you the reveal of Cris Rose's new resin bots dubbed SPROGS here (#1, 2 & 3 designs)~ now here is the exclusive first look at designs for Sprogs #4, 5 and 6! These are without a shred of toy-doubt one of the most adorable original-character creations from Cris, and can hardly wait for them to be released! [CLICK THRU for a closer-look]These are the 6 that will be in the first

Name That Jon Burgerman-designed MUGO Player

You have just one more day to email your proposed name for the above Jon Burgerman-designed MUGO Player, where you'll stand chance to win a singed Mugo by J.B. Email your entry to submit@mugoplayer.com by October 1st!

Seen @ Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture (Day Zero)

Arriving in Jakarta, Indonesia - Thursday last on September 23rd, amidst the infamous traffic-jam (which wasn't so bad really, I insist ;p), I headed down to the event venue at Plastic Culture in the evening (after a well-needed afternoon nap *cough*) to have a look-see at the set-up on Level One of Grand Indonesia (East Mall - by gawds was it a huge mall!). The shop-space and main-stage were a

The D in Droplet - A Gordon's Gin parody

Gavin Strange of Jam Factory has this to say about the video posted above: After seeing the beautiful slow motion masterpiece that is the Gordon's Gin advert I thought a Droplet-based parody had to be made and with the help of my friends, here it is!It involved 3 people standing on chairs, on the rooftop of Aardman, whilst I was on my knees and they poured fake ice, water and Droplets on my head

Event: Get To Da Choppa!! @ Latitude 53 (Oct 1)

MISSION STATEMENT: 14 local artists and designers are tasked with customizing replica masks of the T-Series Endoskeleton from the Terminator films. Each will bring their own unique vision in re-imagining and challenging the visage of the iconic robotic killer with an Austrian accent from the future. GET TO DA CHOPPA!! is a D.I.Y., kit-bash, customization show that uses the Terminator mask as a

MAXX242 vs Jeff Soto BE@RBRICK Release & Japan Tour Party @ ZacPac (Oct 29)

ZacPac officially announces their exclusive BE@RBRICK set, featuring designs from MAXX242 and Jeff Soto, with a release scheduled on October 29th with a party in Tokyo ~ titled: "MAXX242 vs Jeff Soto INVADES JAPAN TOUR PARTY"! CLICK THRU for more images and event info.Both BE@RBRICKS were first seen in public circa San Diego Comic Con (snaps via Hi-Fructose) and can now be pre-ordered online

Toxic Candies Sweety - US & EURO Versions from Artoyz x Stephane Levallois

To celebrate the relaunch of their new website, Artoyz will release two new versions of SWEETY by Stephane Levallois (in addition to the previously released colorways), with the violet EURO Version (35,00 € / Limited to 100 pcs) and blue US Version of these Toxic Candies. Look for the duo to be released around the end of September, and do check with your fav retailers for availability. CLICK THRU

KidRobot Presents Luke Chueh's 8-inch Blood & Fuzz Dunny @ Los Angeles KR (Oct 14)

Kidrobot will be releasing the 8-inch version of Luke Chueh's Series 6 Dunny on October 14th @ the Los Angeles KR Store, where Luke will be present for signings (6pm-8pm). Titled: "Blood & Fuzz Dunny", the figure was first sneaked in Daily DuJour's studio-tour feature back in May. *I Likie*@Kid Robot7972 Melrose Ave.Los Angeles CA 90046Phone: 323-782-1411

Event: Black In White (and Red All Over) Launch with Luke Chueh @ Munky King (Oct 2)

This coming Saturday October 2nd, Munky King will be releasing the much anticipated "Black In White (and Red All Over)" figure. Limited to 250 pieces, this colorway is an exclusive to Munky King, and is based on the original painting "Black in White (and Red All Over) by Luke Chueh. This hand-painted version features a bloody fur suit, blood deco on the vinyl head, bloody knife ("and bloody box

AW177 x Kevin Gosselin Collabo Custom Mad*L Series for New York Comic-Con 2010 (@ Tenacious Toys Booth 2878)

Artist AW177 has collaborated with Kevin Gosselin to produce a series of 3 custom-MADL for the coming New York Comic Con. The project was to recreate the ancient terra cotta warrior form onto a Mad*L, featuring sculptwork by Kevin and final painted artwork by AW177. The final result is an elite warrior wearing a uniform full of Chinese art and representing 3 animals in Chinese culture. The first

Brent Nolasco / Blamo Project Unveiling at New York Comic Con 2010 (via Tenatious Toys Booth 2878)

The Brent Nolasco / Blamo Project will be introduced at the Tenacious Toys booth (#2878) at the 2010 New York Comic Con (October 8-10). Standing 5.5 inches tall and made of resin and acrylic paints, "MIJO" is priced at US$300 per (limited quantities undetermined). Shown here is the intense teaser, and you can find out more about the figure by CLICKING THRU to read.WHAT: The Nolasco / Blamo resin

The Wisdom of Caleb / New Toy From James Jarvis

WHO-IS: Caleb ambles through life at his own particular pace. Nothing of any consequence seems to happen. His friends and acquaintances include a squirrel and a belligerent sparrow. He loves donuts, sausages and getting lean. His observations are oblique and sometimes profound. Perhaps he is an urban mystic for right now.The Wisdom of Caleb is a new daily cartoon blog [viewable here], created

Event: Launch Party for Blankie @ myplasticheart NYC (Oct 1st)

EVENT-PRESS: Myplasticheart nyc is hosting the official release party of Blankie™ a new designer blind box series by Aarting. The party will feature Todd Wahnish, the designer behind the Blankie figure. As an added bonus, the first 48 people to buy a Blankie™ gets a free specialty cupcake. Check out my earlier preview of the series HERE, and CLICK THRU for more pics and info!Friday, October

Custom-Showcase: checking out the fella with a high top fade by Ritzy P. (for Jouwe Custom Group Show @ Toy Art Gallery)

What Ritzy Periwinkle had to share about her custom-Jouwe: "I had to go with something that was fun. So I went with a fond memory with a homage to 80's Hip Hop. Back in '88 my relative (one of my best friends, we call each other relatives) and I would always quote Salt - N- Pepa's "Shake your thang" song lyric: "Its Friday night and I just got paid, I'm checking out the fella with the high top

Preview Teaser for NYCC Party with Amanda Visell

Here's a preview-teaser by Amanada Visell for what to expect at New York for the NYCC After Party @ Concrete 320 w. 37th st between 8th & 9th ~ showcasing the release of Amanda's BIG CITY GODS. Happening Friday October 8th (7-9pm), the event is sponsored by Baroness and Clutter [Event previously blogged].

Seahorse & Rider (Cowboy Version) by Amanda Visell x Paradise Toyland @ Lulubell Toy Bodega

LULUBELL-PRESS: New from Amanda Visell & Paradise Toyland of Taiwan comes this exclusive "cowboy version" of Seahorse & Rider. The cowboy version is a limited edition of 100 pieces, with 50 being sold through Paradise Toyland of Taiwan and the other 50 can be found only at Lulubell! Approximately 7" tall, with magnet action holding the rider in place! ~ On sale now for US$75 here and CLICK

Contest-Teaser: TOYSREVIL x Artransmitte Giveaway

Stay tuned to this blog for contest details and stay connected to the TOYSREVIL Facebook Fan-page (*hint-hint*) ~ featuring prizes sponsored by the uber-cool folks @ Artransmitte ~ who has just relaunched a snazzy new website @ www.artransmitte.com. And did you know Artransmitte is on Facebook too? http://www.facebook.com/artransmitte < Now you do :)

Last Week for Bitbots Pop-up Store / Custom-Jinny On-Show

It's the last week of the Bitbots pop-up store, and your chance to pop by for peeps at custom-Bitbots [CLICK THRU to peep online] as well as a chance to purchase Jinny Series Zero (with store deals ranging from £10 to £90). Also available are a limited edition release of blank Jinnys at the Bitbots store only (at a super short run of 50 Jinnys for the pop-up store).CLICK THRU for more info on

Contest-Teaser: TOYSREVIL x The Great Depression Tee-Giveaway

Stay tuned to the TOYSREVIL-blog for contest details and stay connected to the TRE Facebook Fan-page! *hint-hint* (Prizes sponsored by The Great Depression / You rock, Dicky!)

The Reveal of Nozzel S003 + K11 Fido [OPRSSR] for Project Squadt

UPDATYED: The release date is set for Monday, OCT 4, 12:00 noon - Central Time. The webstore for the release is located @ http://store.projectsquadt.comWe first had an earlier glimpse of the "midnight-blue" colorway (not the official colorway name, mind you) K11-FIDO HERE. Now you can CLICK THRU for more pics of OPRSSR squadts from Ferg ~ specifically Nozzel S003 and K11 Fido [OPRSSR] ~

Resin-Release: Carved Oakor by Tesselate

Tesselate has a new Oakor resin figure listed up on http://tesselate.bigcartel.com. Priced at £17.00 per, CARVED OAKOR comes in his own custom packaging with Tesselate stickers, is 10cm tall and cast in polyurethane resin. CLICK THRU for a peek at the stickers and for the story of Carved Oakor.STORY: This is a bit weird. An archaelogist friend of mine who is working on a dig nearby unearthed

Suck Patrol Suckpegs by The Sucklord

SUCK-PRESS: We have been neglecting the little SUCKPEGS this year, but now they are back and it is some of the cleanest work by Suckadelic ever! MEET THE SUCK PATROL! We have What's My Fucking Problem, an unfortunate dental mutation, and from the exciting film, THE EMPIRE SMOKES CRACK, we have some loser named Suckass. Both come in full color Blister packs and are Limited to 30 pieces each.

Erick Scarecrow Wet Suit Maria Commercial / ESC Toy Exclusives for New York Comic Con 2010

Peep Erick Scarecrow's first commercial and short titled"Wet-Suit Maria" ~ produced by Esc-Toy Ltd & Aeon Production. This short was written & directed by Erick, and unveils the newest addition to the ESC family: Wet-Suit Maria ~ who will be made available at the coming New York Comic Con for US$55 per, as a NYCC-Exclusive at the ESC Toy Booth #2781. Now what you need to do is to CLICK THRU to

Special Edition 2.5" Visible Chungkee Skelanimal Qee by Jason Freeny

TOY2R-PRESS: With the 2.5" Skelanimals Qee Assortment dropping soon - we thought we should keep the fun going and so we contacted the good doctor Freeny for his take on the Skelanimal Qee line.Jason Freeny has been making quite a stir by offering his original sculpted pieces online featuring classic characters using his unique anatomical style [CLICK THRU to peep] and now everyone can now get a

Custom-Showcase: Spiki Rhino Ranger by Nakanari (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

It's Morphin time! CLICK THRU for a coupla more peeks at Nakanari's newest custom Spiki Rhino Ranger completed for upcoming Jouwe Custom Show at Arty Farty Gallery Cologne, Germany. [5 x images in slideshow above / Full-screen Viewing]

Akufuncture x MaiHiro Generalissimo Tee (Modeled by Linda Le)

PRESS: Nakanari has designed for Akufuncture a t-shirt that will be release during the Reign show and Akufuncture's upcoming winter season collections. Inspired by Nakanari's childhood stories and using Taiwan's history, Nakanari has designed his classic Spiki with Taiwan's General Chiang Kai-Shek. The design of General Chiang is an inspiration from the world famouse BAPE. Spiki is smart as he

Custom-Kaijus from Plaseebo for New York Comic Con 2010

Plaseebo will be sharing booth No. 2682 with Monster Worship in The CULTYARD at the 2010 NYCC and will have lots of one off KAIJU customs and three Exclusive 2010 NYCC Ultra Limited Editions to be released on Friday and Saturday, the first of which ~ The Blue Ice Skulloctopus ~ has already been revealed HERE. Today we bring you info and snaps of "The Blobrainopus Rex" and "Hawaiian Night Gamer"!

5" Samurai Pumpkin Mini Qee by Jon Paul Kaiser x Toy2R for New York Comic Con 2010

Pumpkin-Eye-Candy of the awesome-toy-kind with these 5" Samurai Pumpkin Mini Qees (PURE Edition?) by Jon Paul Kaiser, scheduled to make their debut at the coming New York Comic Con from Toy2R. But if you can't make the trip down to the Big Apple, you can pre-order the Pumpkie here for US$28 per. (CLICK THRU for pic of display-box)

New Logo & Website-Design for NicePaperToys.com

Papertoy network portal NicePaperToys.com has just gotten a brand new logo (animated above by Brian Castleforte). Along with the glue-tubed mascot comes a snazzy new look to the website, and a NPT store where you can score tees, totes and mugs = *Sweet*

Plush-Release: Muertos the Sugar Skull by Kat Brunnegraff

'Muertos is a creepy little fellow, but also rather cute! Don't let his cuteness deceive you! Muertos loves to sneak down to your kitchen after you've gone to bed and eat all the sugar from your cupboards!'Muertos is a 6.5" inches tall plush cutie created by Kat Brunnegraff , featuring the (Original Colorway) Monotone version of Muertos above-left (the original colorway) and the Limited Edition

HKTB-Animax Hong Kong Halloween Treats

This year, Hongkong will be held Asia's biggest Halloween party, many attractions to greet Halloween party to be held. Such as Asia’s largest Halloween Bash featuring over 400 costumed characters, more than 20 ‘haunted’ attractions, street shows and entertainment at Ocean Park Hong Kong or you can see Disney’s Haunted Halloween with Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck in a spectacular Glow in the Park Halloween Parade at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. It would be an amazing experience if you take part in the party.

If you are a cosplayer living in Asia, there is good news for you because Hong Kong Tourism Board cooperation with Animax held regional campaign with the title "HKTB-Animax Hong Kong Halloween Treats". This campaign contain a cosplay competition which will bring the winner to Hong Kong. Three winner will take home return airfares and hotel accommodations also special invitation to an exclusive HKTB-Animax Halloween party on 16 October 2010 in Hong Kong. At the event, winners get to meet in person, the famous asia blogger Danny Choo, celebrity cosplayer and Ani-mate Alodia. WOW, a very impressive gift for cosplayer.
 

Dont miss this chance, immediately prepare your departure to Hong Kong this October. And take with your family so the atmosphere will be more fun there to celebrate Halloween Party.

Custom-Showcase: TRE05:RHINO Custom Jouwe by TOYSREVIL (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

TRE05:RHINO is the name of a custom-Jouwe completed by yours truly, currently out on "mission-ops" (aka "flying over the oceans enroute to Germany") with the final destination being Arty Farty Gallery specifically for the Jouwe Custom Show, launching October 2nd, 2010. CLICK THRU for more TRE05:RHINO!WHAT: TRE05:RHINO specifically functions as on battlefields, still remains a mystery, and tis

Custom-Showcase: Mr Fujita San - custom-Jouwe by ANTZ (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

With his clawed-paws outstretched and razor-sharp teeth ever ready to rend flesh from skin, MR FUJITA SAN stands poised ti pounce, and if you're not aware, he might just jump unto your jugular at the coming Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery in Germany, October 2nd! CLICK THRU more snaps of this amazing custom from ANTZ (first sneaked HERE - pic no doubt snapped while Fujita-San was out in

Custom-Showcase: Cokk Mecha Monster by Daniel Goffin (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery)

A virtual cascade of descriptive-exclamations (generally whispered "Wow"s) poured forth into thy simple mind when I glanced upon Daniel Goffin's custom-Jouwe completed the for October 2nd Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery.Dubbed "Cokk Mecha Monster - コックメカモン" ~ Shinya Tsukamoto's 1989-movie "Tetsuo, The Iron Man first pops into mind (advanced-age fogies like me might remember this, perhaps?),

Beast Riders and Paladins by Patricio Oliver x RAJE Toys for New York Comic Con 2010

Patricio Oliver's BEAST RIDERS ~ along with their removable Ruby and Argent PALADINs are to make their public debut at the coming New York Comic Con via figure-producers RAJE Toys' booth #2680. Do note that the Paladins will be limited to 75 pcs each colorway, so don't twaddle or you'll miss the ride! (Get it? "Rider"? "Ride"? ~ nevermind my own wordsmithing, go pick up the figures, yo! LOL)Would

Painted Canvases for "Live A Lemi Life" (A Toy Photo Contest)

As mentioned in my earlier contest-post for the LIVE A LEMI LIFE Photo Contest [WHAT] ~ we have images of the canvas drawings by Lemi-creator Eric Wijanata aka Thunderpanda, snapped "live" at the event venue of the recently concluded Munny World Festival Indonesia (Sept 24-26). CLICK THRU for more images, and get to making your paper-toy-Lemi, snap pics and send in your submissions no later than

Nerdy Version Plush Treeson by Crazy Label For A Blythecon UK Debut

We've seen the 3" Plush Treeson from Crazy Label revealed a short while back (above-left). But do you know about the NERDY VERSION of the plush (Above-right)? Closer-look HERE :)Limited to only 50 pcs, 25 of which will be making their exclusive debut at the October 2nd Blythecon UK (Oct 2nd) available via the Crazy Label booth (manned by "Sam The Penguin"). The rest of the 25 pcs will be on sale

Custom-Showcase: Black Guard Jouwe by Phu! (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery)

Back how in Singapore fresh from being an Invited Artist for Munny World Festival Indonesia in Jakarta over the weekend, PHU! reveals (via his Twitter) his BLACK GUARD custom-Jouwe 10-incher vinyl, completed for the Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery, launching October 2nd. CLICK THRU for a coupla more snaps of the monotoned mecha!

Sneak Peek at Baby Sharky by Ketih Poon for New York Comic Con 2010 (Booth 2874)

From Keith Poon of ToyQube comes a sneakie-peekie at the upcoming BABY SHARKY, scheduled to make a splashing debut at The Cultyard within New York Comic Con. Limited to 150 cps, this 5" vinyl figure will be made available at Booth #2874 (Price undetermined at time of post).

Event: Reconstructing Misfortune @ Munky King (Oct 8)

Scheduled for an October 8th launch is RECONSTRUCTING MISFORTUNE at Munky King, which features customs of Playge's Misfortune Cat (originally designed by Ferg) / tagged). And while the complete artists list is yet to be revealed, we have a chance to look at two awesome works from Andrew Bell and MAD. CLICK THRU to view!Do take note that a 4" production version of the Andrew Bell-customedpiece

Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto

Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto is an anime mecha genre that will be release this fall on October 3, 2010. Aniplex America announced New York Comic Con and Anime Festival will premiere the first English subtitled episode of Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto on October 9, 2010.
This anime tell story about a boy named Takuto Tsunashi that can drive a gigantic humanoid robot known as the "Cybuddy", named Tauburn.

Release Date : October 3, 2010
Genres : Mecha, Action
Official website : http://www.star-driver.net/

Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto Trailer

Surprise Guest Artists for Munny World Festival Indonesia Revealed! (Sept 25 Appearance @ Plastic Culutre, Grand Indonesia, Jakarta)

Bandung-based Artists (Left-to-Right): Manuel Heischel (of cikcuk dunia fantasi) Attina Nuraini and Evan Driyananda (of RECYCLE Experience), Meizan Diandra (from TellThemWorks) and Yudi aka The Yellow Dino for Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture (Grand Indonesia, East Mall - Level One) ~ revealed exclusively here on TOYSREVIL, is that both Manu and Yudi are the "Surprise Guest

Seen Live @ Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture, Jakarta (MWFI Day 2)

WHEN: September 25th Saturday @ 4pmWHERE: Plastic Culture @ Grand Indonesia, East Mall (Level One), JakartaWHAT: CLICK THRU for snaps of the intensely packed crowd gathered in the Plastic Culture shop for Munny World Festival Indonesia. Are you among the crowd of toy-lurvers? And why aren't you here? :)(Shown above is Win Satrya, the co-founder of Plastic Culture) MUNNY WORLD FESTIVAL INDONESIA

Full Reveal of Emo CyBoy Custom-Munny by TOYSREVIL (for Munny World Festival Indonesia / Sept 24-26)

CLICK THRU for the full reveal of "EMO CYBOY" custom 7" Munny completed for the Munny World Festival Indonesia (my first ever custom Munny actually!) happening 24th to 26th of September, with the Munny available for your purchasing considerations during that time (inquire via the folks @ Plastic Culture).*Emo CyBoy is a cyborg boy-dude. He is mild mannered and silently sweet most of the time ...

Meet and Greet Artist Schedule for Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture (Sept 24-26)

Munny World Festival Indonesia happens this coming Friday September 24th @ Plastic Culture, Grand Indonesia, Jakarta, and the "Meet and Greet With Artists Schedule is out! CLICK THRU to peep the line-up, or go direct to Plastic Culture. Be sure to come up and say *Hi* to me at the scheduled-sessions, folks! Would be great to meet y'all!Friday, September 24th 201006:00PM – 06:30PM Press Conference

Emo CyBoy Custom-Munny Teaser by TOYSREVIL (for Munny World Festival Indonesia / Sept 24-26)

"Don't mess with his sneaker or he'll unleash his cyborg-fist unto your face!""Emo CyBoy" custom Munny by TOYSREVIL for Munny World Festival Indonesia (Sept 24-26)- Check out PlasticCulture.net soon for the full reveal!

TOYSREVIL Stickers & Postcard for Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture, Jakarta (Sept 24-26)

If all goes well, I will be collecting the first ever printed TOYSREVIL-Stickers later today from the printers (cobbled up one fine Monday earlier yesterday), along with reprints of a postcard, and another hair-brained notion which I hope will work at the coming Munny World Festival Indonesia ~ happening this weekend from September 24th to 26th @ Plastic Culture! ... And of course there's the

New Space Battleship Yamato Trailer

Is this the same trailer as the one posted before? Frankly, it doesn't matter (embedded youtube video has been removed anyways :p). Don't Care. Don't mind. Wanna watch NOW ... Space Battleship Yamato [www / tagged] launches December 1st, 2010 in Japan. CLICK THRU for select screengrabs!The movie website currently has 2 embedded video-trailers for viewing (a 1-min-40-sec and a 34-secs version). I

Custom-Showcase: Rebel Ink Zombie by JonPaul Kaiser

This is what JonPaul Kaiser had to say about his stunning rotten-Zombie themed custom: "It's a Rebel Ink from Usugrow who I've painted up as a tattooed Zombie Skate Punk type. I had immense fun doing this chap and I don't really want to give him back!! He's a private commission for Attila the Dan from the KR boards..." [CLICK THRU for full pics!]

Custom-Showcase: JTAG-001 Custom-Jouwe by Nico Deacosta for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery (Oct 2-launch)

CLICK THRU for full-reveals of Philippino-customizer Nico Deacosta's custom-Jouwe for the Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles, USA [Event-Blogged], along with a (possible) backstory of "JATG-001", and info about Nico!Not much has been confirmed about the "story" of codenam "JTAG-001", except rumors of him being a prisoner that had been turned into a cyborg to join the war...

Custom-Sneak at Mr Fujita San - custom-Jouwe by ANTZ (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

His name is "Mr Fujita San", and while his "true" identity is unrevealed - beyond being a custom-Jouwe by ANTZ (rumors abound that he is a blood-sucker!) - you are advised to thread with care while seeing him up-close @ Arty Farty Gallery in Germany [Event Details] when it launches October 2nd! CLICK THRU for more sneaks!

Custom-Showcase: J.M.B.T. - Custom Jouwe by dust (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

After yesterday's teasers, dust sends over reveals of his J.M.B.T. custom-Jouwe ("Jouwe Main Battle Tank") ~ destined to enter the battleground display @ Arty Farty Gallery in Germany [Event Details]. CLICK THRU to view in full this juggernaut of a custom!

Custom-Showcase: Mean Green Matser Fang Custom-Jouwe by Jan Calleja for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery (Oct 2-launch)

CLICK THRU to have a closer look at Jan Calleja's sexy metallic-wonder dubbed "Mean Green Master Fang" - his custom Jouwe for the Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery launching October 2nd, 2010 [Event-Blogged]..

Super Robot Wars OG: The Inspector

The sequel of the TV anime series Super Robot Wars OG: Divine Wars will release with the title Super Robot Wars OG: The Inspector. TV anime series based by tactical simulation role-playing games, release this fall on October 1, 2010.

Alternative Title : Super Robot Taisen OG: The Inspector
Official Website : http://www.suparobo.jp/srw_lineup/srw_ogin/
Genres : Action, Mecha, Sci-fi

Super Robot Wars OG: The Inspector Trailer

Previews for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery (Oct 2-launch)

Opening in tandem with the JOUWE CUSTOM SHOW in Arty Farty Gallery in Germany [Event Details], is the group custom show @ Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles, USA [Event-Blogged]. The countdown has begun for the launch on October 2nd, and we have a selection of uber-swell custom-previews for y'all to enjoy! So I'll dispense with the glittery-words, and let you folks to CLICK THRU and feast with your

More Custom Previews for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery, Germany (Oct 2-launch)

With the show-launch scheduled for October 2nd @ Arty Farty Gallery in Cologne, Germany [Event Details], let's have a collective preview peek at customs completed for The Jouwe Custom Show [Search] ~ featuring work from TellThem, Reactor88, DrilOne, Rsin and Chauskoskis ~ CLICK THRU for previews!(Above): TellThem from Indonesia offer you a glorious lick of the coned-chrome Jouwe-scoop, while Ryan

In The Toy-Customizer's Seat Q&A with Jan Calleja

The custom-work of Jan Calleja first caught my eye when his Ferrari-Red FORMULA GAN F-00 custom-Celsius won second place in the Ganmetall Celsius Custom Show organized by Rotobox earlier this year [tagged]. Since then, I have personally amassing images of Jan's work, as I knew I had to sit the man from Quezon City, Philippines down for Q&A in the toy-customizer's seat ~ which I now present to you

Sergey Safonov's Godot in Lime Candy & Day In Day Out Versions

Sergey Safonov's self-made and produced GODOT [tagged] is currently available for order online via http://sergeysafonov.com/shop.html ~ available in two editions: the prior seen Lime Candy Version, and a new colorway in the Day In Day Out Version! Sized @ 4.5 inches tall, and priced at US$85 per, both hand-painted resin figures are limited to only 10 pcs each colorway!WHO: The name Godot is

Bearbrick Series 21 by Medicom Toy

Somehow the inclusion of Twin Peaks in the line-up of the upcoming BE@RBRICKS Series 21, has gotten me slightly more excited (which character are they going to showcase? Cooper? A deceased Laura Palmer wrapped in plastic? The anticipation!), over the others including: Harry Potter, The Prodigy, Tron Legacy, Mattel's Barbie, Eric Haze, DC Comics and Yamada Utako's Karel Capek "teatime" shop.Sorry

Gloomy BE@RBRICK Ver.2.0. by Medicom Toy

The first thought-bubble that popped into my fetid brainscape upon seeing this visage of Medicom Toy's GLOOMY BE@RBRICK, may well be unpublishable for this blog (*cough*) but nevertheless the product info is all good-to-go: With a September 15th release date, this 10th Anniversary Ver.2.0 BE@RBRICK is priced at ¥1,680 per, and available online via http://www.superpowers.co.jp.Disclaimer: On

Milarepa Figure by Sucklord for Art For Tibet 2 On Auction

The MILAREPA Dorje Jetsun Cosmic Yogi is a limited edition figure designed and produced by The Sucklord for ART FOR TIBET 2 (a fundraiser in support of the Tibetan freedom struggle and persecuted artists) ~ Personally, I reckon the blister-card design is awesome!The item is currently on auction via Benefitevents.com with the auction ending September 25th. Bid at your leisure.

A Peek At The Myth Warriors Box by Keith Poon

Keith Poon shares with us an image of the wooden boxes for his "The Myth Warriors" resin figures [Search] ~ which come handmade, with the "12神話" logo burned unto the lid. The box stands 13" tall, and houses the 10" warrior within (although they are seen devastatingly strewn about in pic above ~ oh the toy-humanity of it aaallll ~ lol).Keith-adds: "I'm still testing the paint and will have some

KAWS' Tweety by OriginalFake x Medicom Toy

UPDATED: The Medicom Toy-produced TWEETY (KAWS Version) will be madeavailable @ the Original-Fake store in Tokyo on September 25th, priced at ¥16,590.*I thot I thaw a puddy-tat! ... but actually I didn't as my eyes are crossed out...*OriginalFake and Medicom Toy are poised to release the KAWS Tweety, seen here in two editions: All-Black and the cartoon-iconic canary Yellow, both with their eyes

Toy Break Episode 136: Where's Catman?

Episode #136 of Toy Break (titled: "Where's Catman?") features guest Ro Kohli, as well as a look at Scott Tolleson's Otis & Otto, Ragnar's Pepper, Batman Barbies, Leatherface, and more!

Teasers for J.M.B.T. - Custom Jouwe by dust (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

Since our last WIP-sneaks of dust's Custom Jouwe dubbed: J.M.B.T. (which stands for "Jouwe Main Battle Tank") ~ we now have teaser-snaps of the completed customized-coolness!CLICK THRU for a coupla more sneaks and stay tuned for further full reveals soon![J.M.B.T. is completed for the October 2nd Jouwe Custom Show in Arty Farty Gallery in Cologne, Germany]

Introducing Slug Girl by Renee French x Meltdown (with Sculpt by Monster5)

T'was the sculpt-image of the (Masked) SLUG GIRL by Japan sculpt master Monster5 which first grabbed my attention, which in turn led me to track down artist (and Slug Girl-creator) Renee French, for a little Q&A about her upcoming quirkmazing* 4 inch tall toy figure, who happens to be scheduled for a release at a show in Meltdown, L.A. on November 27th! Masterminded by Meltdown Comics, the first

Project Singa & Singa Lion The Toy from Play Imaginative

Beyond the half-lion-half-mernimal "Merlion", Singapore has yet another near-iconic mascot, in the form of the Courtesy Lion, Singa. And thru the years, Singa Lion has dutifully carried out his mascotary tasks as the "kindness mascot" for numerous National Courtesy Campaign, since 1979. Fast forward to 2010, Singa will be made into a 2.5 inch tall toy figurine, by Play Imaginative!Shown above is

Event: Uprisings Signing & Release with Kozyndan @ Munky King (Sept 18)

Designed by Kozyndan, sculpted by Julie B of Pretty in Plastic and produced by Munky King, the UPRISING sculpt will be available in two editions: Metallic Blue (limited to 400 pcs) and the GID Edition (super limited at only 75 pcs). A signing & Release is scheduled for this Saturday September 18th @ Munky King, from 2pm to 4pm. Kozyndan (Kozy and Dan ;p) will be in attendance.CLICK THRU for more

Photo-Prints from Photos from the Uglyverse Up Online @ GR2.net

Photo-prints from "Photos from the Uglyverse" featuring Sun-Min Kim and David Horvath are currently listed up online @ www.gr2.net for your procuring pleasures, in both framed and unframed pictures. The above all-Pink plushed image is titled "Pink Is Ugly" (my current fav ;p), and you can CLICK THRU to peep a few more select snaps.

Fred Perry x Offspring (Mascot) Toy

Fred Perry and Offspring has collaborated to introduce the Offspring mascot as a toy figure, all decked out in a trademark Fred Perry M12 polo shirt, no less! While no size nor quantity is mentioned, the figure will be made available exclusively with Fred Perry purchases at Offspring stores only from September 20th. [Source: Offspring via Hypebeast / pics via] Brands are embracing the notion of

Monster Massive Poster by Frank Kozik & Official Festival Trailer

Peep the above Frank Kozik-designed MONSTER MASSIVE printed poster, featuring his Bloody Bear character, which is being made into a 3.5 inch toy figurine ~ inclusive with the purchase of a VIP ticket to the annual http://www.monstermassive.com">Halloween themed music festival happening Saturday October 23rd @ the Los Angeles Sports Arena, Grounds & Expo Park [Purchase tix here]. CLICK THRU for a

MTV Thailand News featuring CE Toy @ CLEA 2010

MTV Thailand covers the Character & Licensing Expo Asia / CLEA 2010 which concluded recently in Bangkok, Thailand. Featured in the news coverage is the event mascot and new toy figurine "CE", as well as a focus on the 10 finalists in the CE Battle (you might recognize some of them :p), and even a few quick glimpses at my booth! CLICK THRU for select screengrabs.Video in predominately narrated in

Preview Snaps of Black Knight by PHU! (Custom 8" Munny for Munny World Festival Indonesia 2010)

Local customizer PHU! tweetered snaps of his completed 8" Munny-custom; BLACK KNIGHT ~ which will be made available for your purchasing pleasures at next week's Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture in Jakarta (Sept 24-26) . This is a one-of-a-kind custom (with it's own rotating base) and will be available at first come first served basis! CLICK THRU for more snaps (before "studio

Blamotoys @ Vinyl Village - J-Pop Summit (Sept 18)

Blamo toys is participating in the "Vinyl Village" of the Jpop Summit taking place in San Francisco's Japan town from 11 am to 6pm [event-blogged]. Available from Blamo will include the 12-inch tall SKULLY BABY, "Gumdrop Harold and Ted" figures hand-painted by Leecifer, and a brand new character by Spencer Hansons; "Astro Lovers". CLICK THRU for full product-descriptions. And for folks unable to

KusoPoP-Tee Giveaway by TOYSREVIL x KusoPoP

UPDATED: The contest has officially closed, and congratulations tolucky winner Duy Q. Le! You have been contacted for your mailing details :)[CLICK THRU for original contest-post]The TOYSREVIL September birthday-month of giveaway next offers up a swell Rotobox-designed Tee courtesy of KusoPoP! All you need to do, is to post your preferred tee-shirt size (Available sizes: S / M / L only) HERE on

Custom-Showcase: Stone Golem by Kevin Gosselin for Milk Munny Exhibition

CLICK THRU to have a closer look at the awesome custom-Munny created by Kevin Gosselin for "Milk Munny" ~ a group customs show whereby all proceeds for the event will go to Keep a Breast Foundation. The event is being held at the Monorchid Gallery in Phoenix, Arizona on October 1st, 2010. This mega munny is named "STONE GOLEM" and will be selling for US$750. Magnificent work, I insist. [9 x

Gucci Guilty (Middle East Version)

With none of the sensuality while retaining the suped-up glamor, this is the "Middle East Version" of the Frank Miller-directed Gucci Guilty film. Peep OG-version HERE and even a 3D-version HERE

The Gumpy Show 2011: Gumpy Army Move Out

The "Gumpy Revolution" takes place June 2011 and Gumpy-creator Jose Reynoso will be stirring things up all the way til end of July 2011 ... or rather Blank Gumpys are currently being shipped to artists from all over USA and Mexico, for the eventual "Gumpy Show". (Artist List and other details forthcoming).

October Toys Oberth Colonists Contest from Jimmy Foo

Jimmy Foo is currently offering up two exclusive October Toys Oberth Colonists in a contest on this forum thread. To enter, simply post a reply containing the following: "Make a traveling companion for the Oberth Colonists". This can be a very simple sketch, a painting, a cardboard cutout, a 3D figure made out of pretty much anything, some digital editing of existing imagery....No great skills

Event: my god, it's good to see you - Paintings by Steve Seely @ Rotofugi Gallery (Sept 17)

"my god, it's good to see you" - Paintings by Steve Seely opens September 17th @ Rotofugi Gallery in Chicago, and it was the duo images of the Kryptonian and Dark Knight hand-flashing "gang-signs" that caught my attention! Or are they sign language instead?[CLICK THRU for full-image and more info].EVENT-PRESS: Steve's wide-ranging tastes in comic books, superheroes and Japanese monsters (kaiju)

Event: When The Shit Hits The Fan - Solo Show by Mark Dean Veca @ Western Project (Sept 18)

VID-DESCRIPT: Lauded artist Mark Dean Veca speaks about his first Los Angeles solo gallery exhibition. Entitled "When The Shit Hits The Fan", the collection features six large-scale paintings exploring the current State of the Union. Presenting his latest at Western Project (Culver City), the show opens 18 September 2010. [Video produced by KERF / Ronnie Pirovino][CLICK THRU for a trio pf

Bigshot Fine Art Presents: As Cold As They Come by Mark Dean Veca

Bigshot Toyworks announces a new division named Bigshot Fine Art ~ whose primary function is focusing entirely on fine art / gallery-quality multiples, mostly produced for specific galleries and shows. The first release under the BFA label will be "As Cold As They Come" ~ a cast pewter & chrome-plated replica of the painting by Mark Dean Veca (shown above is the production sample).'Created for

Custom-Showcase: Custom Jouwe by The Yellow Dino (For Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

After the WIPs ~ here a peek at the adorable custom-Jouwe from The Yellow Dino dubbed BONO The ROBBER CAT! (Yes, the bunny is adorable too ~ koochy-kooo). Oh look! He's got his fish (bones) to share with you too! Great job by Yudi Andhika, with this particular custom heading off the Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery in Germany, for a October 2nd-launch!CLICK THRU for more updated images!

Resin-Preview: First Look at Sprogs (Blank) from Cris Rose

We just had a glimpse of Cris Rose's new self-produced resin minibot dubbed SPROGS ~ now here is a uber-cool peek at the blanks for the first 3 Sprogs! Each SPROG (gotta lurve the name) standing around 2-inches tall, and will eventually come fully-painted by Cris and be made available as $30-blind boxed, or as sets. These are still early days, and Cris is currently working on the next 3 x Sprog

The Expendable's Barney Ross in 1/6 from Hot Toys

And while it was a rip-roaring ride down 80's action flicks, ultimately "The Expendables" was pretty much forgettable - which doesn't necessarily mean it is bad (because bad movies kinda stick in your mind like a leech), just that it wasn't as remarkable as it could and should have been. Instead, it is this new Hot Toys' 1/6th-version of Sylvester Stallone as "Barney Ross", that is pretty much

Custom-Showcase: The Metallurgical Evaporator by Cris Rose (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery / Oct 10)

And so instead of me gifting Cris Rose with a birthday present (Gentleman turned 28 yesterday, innit), Cris in turns "gifts" me with snaps of his latest custom: The Metallurgical Evaporator! With this confounding-contraptionary visage, tis no small wonder Cris is currently one of my fav customizers.This is Cris' custom-Jouwe current enroute to Toy Art Gallery in L.A., for the Jouwe Custom Show

On The Spot Competition for Munny World Festival Indonesia (Sept 25) @ Plastic Culture, Jakarta

2 Hours. 120 Minutes. 7,200 Seconds (give or take a few tick-tocks) = That is all the time YOU have to complete your custom Mini-Munny, if you participate in the ON THE SPOT COMPETITION event at the coming Munny World Festival Indonesia! Challenge day is on Saturday September 25th!Currently only 18 seats are available (out of 20) and all you need to do to join up is to simply register at any

TOYSREVIL @ Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture, Jakarta (Sept 24-26)

While the image shown-left looks to be suspiciously nigh-narcissistic of me, I assure you folks it is not the intention, but rather an attempt to have some fun soliciting destination and "must-visit" tips from my awesome readers in Jakarta and Indonesia!(I don't wanna be holed up in my hotel room everyday, ya know? Help? LOL)TOYSREVIL (aka me ;p) will be heading up to Jakarta for the Munny World

Nendoroid Ragnarok Online Arcbishop

Good Smile Company has announced to release Nendoroid Ragnarok Online Arcbishop PVC Figure. Nendoroid Arcbishop will release on December 2010 and have 110 mm in height. Nendoroid Ragnarok Online Arcbishop PVC Figure will comes with a Poring and item called "Balloon Hand" and "Heart Ribbon Hairbaind". That all will make Nendoroid Arcbishop more cute.
As we known in MMORPG Ragnarok Online, Arcbishop is the third job character that have ability to support the teammate.

Buy Nendoroid Ragnarok Online Pre-Painted PVC Figure: Archbishop at Play-Asia.com

Live A Lemi Life: A Toy Photo Contest by TOYSREVIL x Thunderpanda

UPDATED 17.10.2010: Contest Has Ended! We are no longeraccepting submissions! Thanks for taking Part!Continuing the September birthday-month of contests on TOYSREVIL, we present to you The LIVE A LEMI LIFE: A Toy Photo Contest! With a grand prize of a trio of Lemi Mini Plushies (courtesy of Thunderpanda aka Eric Wijanata), original small canvas drawings from Eric, and prints (courtesy of Plastic

Concept Art for The Voltron: Defender of the Universe Movie

Two images of a possible big-screen adaptation of "Voltron: Defender of the Universe" posted on JoBlo! But hold your transforming-robo-horses, these are concept art, and are still in the "pitch"-phase to movie studios. But hell, they look awesome-cool! CLICK THRU for the other image.[Source: SuperHeroHype]

Custom-Showcase: Thinkenstein Jouwe by Bog Conge of Plaseebo

Ya know, I've always felt that Bob Conge of Plasebo to be a "mad genetics professor-slash-scientist" of the toy-set, the genius"-kind, of course! And the glorious insanity continues with this custom-Jouwe aptly dubbed: THINKENSTEIN JOUWE! Completed for the upcoming Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery (opening October 2nd) ~ CLICK THRU for more peeks at the "soggy and moulding" creation!

WIP-Preview of Custom Jouwe by TaskOne

CLICK THRU for more snaps of TaskOne's custom-Jouwe, featuring a dioramic-intepretation of the vinyl form, complete with wall-lights! And mind you, this is still a work-in-progress! TaskOne also tweeted: "bit more sculpting, 2nd coats of paint, & maybe some flock action.." ~ Looking forward to the final version! [4 x images in slideshow above / Full-screen Viewing][Source: Tweet / Facebook]

TOOBIGFOOT by Michael Lau x Fingercroxx

Michael Lau released his latest figure collaboration with Fingercroxx, Saturday last in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, and ChouKawaii reviews both the Grey and Black-and-White releases, dubbed TOOBIGFOOT.The 20cm tall vinyl figure features articulation at wrist, arm, chest and feet, as well a swivel head utilizing magnets. Even the top part of his head can be removed to reveal a peanut-sized brain haha

Mark Z by Double Line x G999 on Pre-order Now

Double Line has begun accepting orders for their MARK Z Iron-Man-themed General Zoo resin figure, limited to 270 production pieces worldwide and priced at US$180 (includes free shipping) order-able online here, for a Nov-Dec 2010 ship-out. Produced by G999, this is a pretty cool companion piece to the earlier released War-Machine-themed FOOLS MACHINE, IMHO. The light-up feature of the Mark Z

RAJE Toys Limited Edition Posters for New York Comic Con 2010

RAJE Toys tweeted an image of a trio of limited posters destined to be released at the coming New York Comic Con ~ featuring Patricio Oliver's BEAST RIDERS with "Ruby and Agent Paladin", and Robotic Industries's DR BRAIN. Available will be only a 100 pcs of each, on a first-come first-served basis. (Size of posters and price undetermined at point of post).Click HERE to see what else RAJE has in

Charlie & Cosmic Garbage by Shelterbank x Kidrobot (Sept 30-drop)

KR-PRESS: The land of the Rising Sun is home to some awesomely weird stuff including design powerhouse Shelterbank. With a half-dozen eyes, a crown and more colors than a triple rainbow, the 6-inch rotocast soft-vinyl duo Charlie & Cosmic Garbage have come a long way to deliver a full-on double dose of weird and awesome. This 2-pack is available at Kidrobot stores, Kidrobot.com and very select

BOOM! Dunk Low by SketOne for NikeiD

Fancy scoring yourselves a Nike Dunk Low iD Shoe ~ designed by SketOne? Yes indeed, toy-designer and customizer SketOne has now turned "sneaker-designer" with his latest BOOM! Dunk Low for the NikeiD Shoe project (based on his BOOM! Dunny 2010 design for Kidrobot). Now, I seriously wouldn't mind sporting these swell-sneaks meself (might even score me sum props besides being the dreadfully

Matt Siren's Ghost Girl - Color Editions Releasing September 22 from myplasticheart

PRODUCT-PRESS: From street artist Matt Siren’s classic two dimensional design, Ghost Girl is interpreted as the 4 ghosts from the classic Pac-Man video game. Available in Red, Pink, Blue and Orange versions. Get your nostalgia on with these instant classics. The color editions will be available in very limited quantities at myplasticheart.com and select retailers beginning Wednesday September

Resin-Release: They Live! by Motorbot (Sept 17 pre-order)

Since making their debut at the recent "Crazy4Cult: Customs" show at Gallery1988, Motorbot has gone on to produce more of his 4-inch tall resin figures inspired by the John Carpenter-directed 1988 science fiction film "They Live" ~ and will be made available for pre-orders here from September 17th @ Non Central, until September 30th (or until the run number is reached / number undetermined at

New Tomenosuke-Exclusive Art Dabutsu (Gray) by Erick Scarecrow (Sept 25)

ESC-TOY-PRESS: The second release for September will take place at Tomenosuke in Japan with the all new Art Daibutsu Gray by Erick Scarecrow. This Gray colorway is limited to only 30pcs. worldwide. Each 6" handpainted resin figure is signed, numbered, and packed by artist. There is also a unique serial number that comes with every figure. For additional info please contact Tomenosuke here: info

Event: NYCC After Party with Amanda Visell Toy Release and Signing @ Concrete Bar (Oct 8)

October 8th will see Amanda Visell releasing limited edition prints, original artwork, as well as her new BIG CITY GODS resin set @ the Concrete Bar for the NYCC After Party with Amanda Visell Toy Release and Signing (7-9pm). [Facebook-events / Image-right via Vinyl Pulse]

Final Preview of Custom Jouwe from Manuel Heischel (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty & Toy Art Gallery)

Here's the final sneak peak for the duo Jouwe customs from Manuel Heischel (of cikcuk dunia fantasi) ~ before they get sent off to Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles, USA, (Cyan-Jouwe) and Arty Farty Gallery in Koeln/Cologne, Germany (Magenta-Jouwe) and eventually to Duesseldorf in Zimmermann&Heitmann Gallery. CLICK THRU for more peeks at this edgy-"fashionista" figures![Last Posted Peek

Resin Release: Tenacious Toys Exclusive Silver Tuttz Wave 2 by Argonaut Resins (Sept 19)

New York-based retailer Tenacious Toys is scheduled to release their 2nd wave of SILVER TUTTZ by Argonaut Resins on Sunday September 19th @ 9pm EST ~ available to order online via their "Exclusives" section of www.tenacioustoys.com.Priced at US$55 (+shipping) ~ Wave 2 consists of 6 x blind-boxed Tuttz figures: 4 x metallic Silver figures, 1 x Blue Haze variant and 1 x Cosmic Underworld variant.

Video Message by SCANDAL for AFA X (Anime Festival Asia 2010)

J-rock band SCANDAL greets their fans for the coming Anime Festival Asia / AFA X event happening between November 13-14th (@ Suntec City Convention Hall 401-402). SCANDAL will be performing live on 14th November at the I Love Anisong concert (which I am seriously considering attending, if only I could afford the concert pass tho). Check out their dedicated page here, and check out why I am really

MYX VIP Party @ J-Pop Summit 2010 (Sept 17)

Video ad for the coming MYX VIP Party @ J-Pop Summit 2010 ~ happening at New People (in Japantown, San Francisco) on September 17th. On hand will be a special signing session with Nakanari and the release of his Golden Lucky Cat Spiki (from KusoVinyl). As well a special meet-n-greet with cosplay celebrity with the mostest, Linda Le aka Vampy!(Also do not forget the Vinyl Village happening the

JonPaul Kaiser x TOYSREVIL Twitter Giveaway #SERVEMYKHAN

UPDATED: The contest has since ended and a winner picked on Twitter! Congrats, Mitchell aka @reddprime! [Original Contest-Post]Want to score a Signed Great KHAN QEE (pictured) by it's designer JonPaul Kaiser? All you need to do ~ before the clock strikes midnight on September 18th (+8 GMT - Singapore time) ~ is to (re)tweet RT #SERVEMYKHAN addressed to both @toysrevil and @jonpaulkaiser (sample

War Baby by Shon x Under Peace

Ya know, there's something subtly visceral about a toddler donning a gas-mask, which is both delightful and scary. Nevertheless, this Shon-designed and Under Peace-produced WAR BABY has gotten my attention and interest, ever since Taipei Toy Festival actually, and can't wait to find out more about this figure, shown above in a skin-tone colorway. CLICK THRU for more snaps.[Below: GID-Edition on

Introducing Robo Zombie Killa in 1/6 by Jason Peluso

From Jason Peluso comes ROBO ZOMBIE KILLA ~ a 12" action figure based on a comicbook character Jason created. Highly-stylized with comicbook- dynamics and sensibilities, and add in articulation in 1/6th-scale? What's not to lurve, folks?Currently in the development and sculpting stage, the figure is tentatively planned for a release in 6 months' time, with a SRP of between US$130-150 (depending

The Flock Preview by Jared Deal (for New york Comic Con 2010)

Jared Deal previews a trio of colorways for his THE FLOCK original custom resin figure [blogged], scheduled for a debut at the coming New York Comic Con in October @ The Cultyard pavilion (alongside "Dream In Plastic" booth). CLICK THRU for full-peeks at this delightful wide-eyed and cheery creatures! Personally, I'm not huge fan of feathered-birds (*shudder*) but these guys are cute! [7 x

Qee x 5th Sun: Qee Shirt Apparel

[5 x images in slideshow above / Full-screen Viewing]TOY2R-PRESS: Toy2R, one of the leaders of the designer art toy industry, is proud to present the lineup of apparel created by 5th Sun – officially t-shirt licensee of the Qee brand! Designed to impress, 5th Sun has developed a line of Qee apparel that’s both street wise and trendy. Bringing designer toy art to a new level, 5th Sun continues

GID 5" MiniQee Samurai Pumpkin from Toy2R

Spotted a surprise listing on Full Toys' Facebook ~ soliciting a trio of 5-inch MINIQEE SAMURAI PUMPKIN featuring the designs of JonPaul Kaiser in: GID / Glow-in-the-Dark Version (Rm89.00*), a Black-n-White Version (Rm74.00*), and a DIY Pumpkin Qee (Rm42.00*) - CLICK THRU to peep.Delivery-date is undetermined. and the above listed prices are after 10% discount (price in Malaysian-Ringgit). Hit up

Spotted: MCA Evil Design Baby Sharky Prototypes

Keith Poon's BABY SHARKY featuring designs by MCA Evil Design popped up at the recent screening of Daniel Zana's The Vinyl Frontier @ B&H Event Space, New York ~ spotted on the table at the post-screening Q&A (with Bill McMullen, Nemo, and the Sucklord / CLICK THRU for another snap). Quite a nifty pair of prototypes, I must say! So are we looking at an "Artist Series" for this lil tyke? = *Cool*[

Win A Custom CE Contest From MTV Thailand (For CLEA 2010)

In addition to their "live" custom "Battle" [tagged] at the recent Character & Licensing Expo Asia / CLEA 2010, the 10 x CE Battle Finalists were each given a blank 3" CE to doodle on ~ with the specific intention of having them up for grabs in a contest held by MTV Thailand! Lucky audiences were to submit their SMS for a chance to win the figures, which feature a swiveled helmet to see both a

Custom CEs @ Character Licensing Expo Asia (CLEA 2010)

Folks who had attended the CLEA 2010 event @ Siam Paragon, Bangkok, Thailand (September 3-5) were treated to custom hand-painted 10-inch tall resin CEs from the 100 chosen designs, on display at their own dedicated zone at the event venue, alongside a placard with information about the designers (very well done, this). Although not all CEs were completed in time for the show (unfortunately), all

Preorder for Adventure Kartel Fighting JC from 3A Toys On October 15th

Further to my earlier post, ThreeA Toys is set to release their 1/6-scale Adventure Kartel Fighting JC on October 15th @ 9-00 AM Hong-Kong time via Bambalandstore.com. While no price has been determined at this point, there will be two editions made available, "Dark" and "Light" versions, each sold separately (the idea of a 2-Pack has been nixed, for now). Above-left is the previously posted

Octobunny Metal Sculpture from Joe Ledbetter Available Now

Get your OCTOBUNNY Metal Figure from Joe Ledbetter here for US$150 each for a 9" x 9" x 6" ht 2-piece metal sculpture, limited to a numbered edition of 50 pcs. Set includes a letterpressed 5 x 6" print on metallic paper (signed). Released earlier this summer, this is an interesting piece that is not a "toy" but perhaps would make a handsome lifestyle gift for JLed-fans.

"LOST" 1970s Japanese Star Wars Toy Commercial

VID-DSCRIPT: A Japanese toy commercial for Star Wars toys was thought to be lost for thirty years, but has now been found! Okay, not really....but this may be even cooler. We at Super7 produced our own retro-video for the STORMTROOPER SUPER SHOGUN figure, shot in the style of Japanese toy commercials from the 1970s. Using the old videos as our storyboards, a few sparklers, and a lot of effort

Introducing Tiki Cat by HelloBard

Bard Hole Standal (creator of Deinos) sends over sweet sculpt snaps of his latest toy-creation, dubbed TIKI CAT! Above-left is the first clay sculpt (first round from the Chinese factory), with the eventual aim for a soft vinyl figure in two colorways with possibly a 50 pcs run on each.CLICK THRU for closer-look, including a removable mask revealing the cutey-kitty-pie underneath!Currently no

Custom-Preview: Sick Mutant Bob Munny by Eric Wirjanata (for Munny World Festival Indonesia)

Say hello to "Bob". Bob is a mutant. And whenever he catches a cold, dots will appear all over his body, and he will glow. Besides being a mutant-party-treat, Bob is also a custom 7" Munny by Eric Wirjanata aka Thunderpanda, and was completed for the coming Munny World Festival Indonesia (Sept 24-26).

Toy2R Announces PURE: Designer Collection Series 7

TOY2R-PRESS: The Designer Collection Series continues as Toy2R puts its final pieces into place to present a collection based on the purest style of art, Black and White. Following the success of Series 6, Toy2R has worked for the past three months soliciting designs from across the globe, to create the newest Designer Series, PURE.PURE will explore the depth and detail that makes Black and

Toy2R presents 15 Weeks To Celebrate 15 Years Contest

TOY2R-PRESS: "Toy2R is preparing for the holidays with YOU in mind. For 15 years, Toy2R has been a leading force in the designer art toy genre but more importantly, YOU, the customer, have been the biggest reason for our growth and success and to show you our appreciation, Toy2R has created this contest to say thank you just in time for the holidays!Toy2R will be giving away a huge prize package

Sculpting Monkey Heads & Mailing LIsts with SUPERVIOLENTMONKEYTIME

13x Sculpting-Steps from start to finish of the headsculpt for SUPERVIOLENTMONKEYTIME's 1/6-figure [blogged] for which you can peep the still-images here. As well, M+M is gearing up for it's first official release, and if you do not want to miss out on pre-order info & details, do sign up for their official mailing list, by sending in an email to superviolentmonkeytime@gmail.com with the subject

Video Messages for AFA X's I Love Anisong (from May'n, Ichirou Mizuki, JAM Project & angela)

2010's Anime Festival Asia / AFA X pulls out all the stops to promote their I Love Anisong concert-aspect of the event with video-messages featuring JAM Project (posted above), as well as May'n, Ichirou "Aniki" Mizuki and angela - which you can CLICK THRU to view.Prices range from a 1-Day Standing Pass @ SGD$55 to a 2-Day VIP Concert Pass @ SGD$198. Check here for further I Love Anisong ticketing

25 Years of Super Mario in 5 minutes

25 Years of SUPER MARIO in 5 minutes (and 21 seconds) - now that's a lot of history! I remember the late 80s when I had gotten hooked on Maria via my Atari Console - which broke after a coupla months of play, especially during my National Service off-days. So "traumatized" was I, I had not played video games since ... True Story! ... So what were your 8-bit memories of yesteryear? :)[Source: via

Quorra Character Posters for Tron Legacy

Truthfully, one of the more excitable aspects of the Tron Legacy movie ~ beyond the neon-glitz-n-blitz ~ is actress Olivia Wilde as "Quorra", shown above in real-world persona sans bob'do (next to Garrett Hedlund, who plays "Sam Flynn") and as well in international character poster images, which you can CLICK THRU to gawk at.Quorra is a fearless warrior program sent to protect Sam Flynn on an

Event: The J-POP SUMMIT Presents Vinyl Village (Sept 18)

For this week's J-POP SUMMIT Festival in Japantown, San Francisco, the VINYL VILLAGE will see art toys from Blamo, Dragatomi, Kuso Vinyl, Neon Monster and Skullyboom ~ the genesis of which rests on the shoulders of "Toy Maven" Jeremy Brautman, whom NEW PEOPLE had approached 'to invite Bay Area vinyl visionaries to take part in the Summit for the first time. As a result, get ready for an exciting

Huck Gee's Twitter Contests All Week Long

Follow Huck Gee on Twitter http://twitter.com/huckgee to get the headsup on daily twitter-contests all week long, with shirts, hoodies, decals, Art Hustle cards, and maybe even a toy.What will happen is Huck will post a photo of a toy in his own personal collection along with a question about said figure (ie, who designed it, the name of the figure, etc). The first person to reply with the

The Blue Ice Skulloctopus From Outer Space: Plaseebo for The CULTYARD @ New York ComicCon 2010

EVENT-PRESS: Plaseebo will be sharing booth No. 2682 with Monster Worship in The CULTYARD at the 2010 NYCC. The first Plaseebo NYCC edition will be "The Blue Ice Skulloctopus From Outer Space" - limited to 10 pieces hand-painted by Bob. Clear vinyl made in Japan with red and green glass eye inserts, color brain inserts and a switched externally mounted color changing LED unit that illuminates the

MYX TV J*POP Exclusive Spiki‏ from KusoVinyl for J-POP Festival

For this weekend's J-POP festival (in Japan town, San Francisco this weekend), Kuso Vinyl will have an exclusive mini spiki figure released during the event on September 18th. The 4 inch tall Lucky Cat Spiki (Gold Version) MYX x KusoVinyl J-POP exclusive will be in a run of 100 pcs only (50 pcs will be sold on September 17th during the MYX VIP party at New People mall from 6pm to 10pm). Price for

Custom Previews for This Could Get Ugly by Chris Ryniak @ myplasticheartNYC (Sept 24-opening)

A glorious line-up of custom toys from a single person, if I ever saw one, IMHO. CLICK THRU for more peeks at sculpted and hand-painted goodness to be on show at Chris Ryniak's upcoming September 24th solo show @ myplasticheartNYC dubbed THIS COULD GET UGLY [last previewed].Butt Seriously, Folks .... ;pTHIS COULD GET UGLYNew Works by Chris Ryniak@myplasticheartNYCSeptember 24th - October 24th,

Toy-Teaser: K11 FIDO [OPRSSR] from Project Squadt by Ferg

Preview of K11 FIDO [OPRSSR] posted on Collect-and-Destroy. The 3rd colorway release (after Midnight and Gohst Editions), Fido is a companion to Nozzel S003 [OPRSSR] (yet to be revealed) and will come in a slightly darker blue than in this initial prototype-snap of the figure. No ETA as yet. Looks pretty cool from where the computer-monitor's at.

Dunny 2010 Series Golden Ticket Revealed: Mayonnaise Dunny by SketOne

I like Mayonnaise. Mayo is the great equalizer on all things fatty, oily and bland. Mayo IS comfort. Condimentary-complimentaries aside, KRonikle reveals the "Golden Ticket" Dunny for their recently released DUNNY 2010 Series [tagged, and it is (if you have not guessed it) The Mayonnaise Dunny by SketOne! Bringing the total to 4 condiments, that Kidrobot really should release as a "Diner Gift

The Coming Of 2tone Dunny Series from Kidrobot: Sneaks So Far

EDITED: I've just been informed by KR that the credit for the below-left Dunny design belongs to Steve Harrington (instead of Tad Carpenter, as provided to me earlier). Sincere apologies to Steve, and post rectified :)It all started with Kidrobot-president Paul Budnitz's sneak-peek-post of Chuckboy's WIP-Cyborg Dunny ~ which heralded the beginning of online promos focusing on KR's upcoming 2tone

Black Rock Shooter Cosplay by Vampy

Here's a preview image of Linda Le aka Vampy cosplaying as "Miku" from Black Rock Shooter - with this being the first image in a series Vampy had worked on with Vostalgic. Keep a lookout for the rest of the set later in the year. I was lucky to have received a print of the image, and I have to say the details are amazing! Well done V & V!Linda-blogged: "We wanted to preserve the energy and flow

Name that Mugo Contest #2: Design by Scott Tolleson

CONTEST-DETAILS: Mugo, the art toy that blurs the lines between art and technology by merging a platform toy with MP3 player and USB flash drive is having a contest to name one of its new designs. Mugo recently awarded a winner and runner-up for naming Frank Kozik's Mugo design. [CLICK THRU to view]Now they are having a 'Name that Mugo' contest #2 with the new Scott Tolleson design. Fans can

WIP-Peek @ Dragon Warrior of 12神話 The Myth Warriors by Keith Poon

The Dragon head joins with warrior-body, and soon Keith Poon's DRAGON WARRIOR (from his 12神話 The Myth Warriors) will rise! Sculpted by Antonio Montalvo, Dragon Warrior is one of the 12 figures in the series ~ needless to say I am personally looking forward to further reveals, and as well wonder what weapon will the Dragon Warrior wield?

Resin-Release: Jeffrey - Newsletter Exclusive by Jon Knox

In addition to the previously posted re-sculpted JEFFREY resin-figure release, Jon Knox also offers up a "Newsletter Exclusive" - partial painted version of Jeffrey, available to newsletter subscribers. He is hand cast in grape-colored resin with hand painted black and white details. Standing 5 inches, Jeffrey is priced at US$30 and will come packaged in a resealable zip bag with label. Signed by

Platform Prototypes of CrappyCat & Flunky Monkey by VanBeater

Since the earlier posted prototype sculpts of VanBeater's Crappy Cat Minis (alongside Flunky Monkey, his nemesis), we now get to have peeks at the 2.75 inch tall Platform prototypes, looking all cool in grey, taunting us to pick them right up and play with them! Am liking the form and the stylish curves of the legs, IMHO. No further ETA as yet, along with the reveals of the "other" 14 designs in

New YOKAS by Motorbot, Reactor88 and PHU! by adFunture for New York Comic Con 2010

Toy-customizers Motorbot, Reactor88 and PHU! = three artists/designers from across the globe, connected via adFunture's upcoming YOKAs, scheduled for a debut release at the coming New York Comic Con (at the myplasticheart booth) in editions of 200. Also remember to grab ANTZ' Skateboard YOKA set as well! All cool seeing the gentlemen' designs turned into production toys.FYI: TOYSREVIL had the

Future Nibblers by The Tarantulas for Superfestival 54

Chris from The Tarantulas shares with us an exclusive first-peek at the line-up of FUTURE NIBBLERS destined for Superfestival 54 in Tokyo (Sept 26). Featuring Morpheus on slush moulding duties, with design+sculpt by The Tarantulas, in collaboration with Onell Design. The eye-patch design element of the figure is pretty cool, and is a nice addition to the previously seen Nibblers @ SDCC 2010 [

Gucci Guilty 3D Commercial (Director's Cut)

What I'd give to have a pair of 3D-glasses right now, so I can watch the GUCCI GUILTY - 3D- Director's Cut commercial, in well, 3D! Directed by Frank Miller, and starring Evan Rachel Wood and Chris Evan - CLICK THRU to peep the Director's Cut sans 3D-effect (if you do not possess a pair of 3D-glasses with you at the mo, of course), and peep the original version HERE.

Tegami Bachi Reverse

Tegami Bachi Reverse is the sequel of TV anime series Tegami Bachi (Letter Bee) that will fill the line up of anime fall 2010.  Tegami Bachi Reverse will airing this fall in Japan on October 2, 2010.

Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural
Release Date : October 2, 2010
Official Website : http://www.tv-tokyo.co.jp/anime/tegamibachi/

Tegami Bachi Reverse Trailer

AFA X - Anime Festival Asia 2010 @Suntec City Convention Hall 401-402 (November 13-14)

Truthfully, the only excitable aspect about the upcoming Anime Festival Asia in November (13-14) ~currently touted as "AFA X"~ is that power all-girl pop-band SCANDAL [featured HERE] will be performing "live" for I Love Anisong ~ a concert-based activity of AFA, which sees a much larger presence this year, no doubt bolstered by the runaway success of last year's concert turnout.The rest of the

Almond & Salamandra Samples from Patricio Oliver (Including A Look At Silkscreen Sleeves)

I can regale you folks about the "missed opportunity" I had experienced in Bangkok (marginally missing out on seeing and holding these figures in my hands!), but instead I shall share with you snaps of ALMOND & SALAMANDRA Samples by their creator Patricio Oliver!CLICK THRU to peep the injection moulded PVC figures (Note that Salamandra is "hard pvc"), along with snaps of a "devious" CUCOS-ambush

Custom-Showcase: Marshalls by ZAM (for Tenacious Toys Blind Box Series)

For Tenacious Toys upcoming Marshall Custom Blind Box Series [Search], New York artist ZAM went for a kabuki-ish vibe, with a total of 4 x Marshalls oozing orientalism (3 x Red Regulars + 1 Black Chase/Variant) with the gold trims soliciting an unexpected emotive highlight to the figure, in addition to the eye-paint-app, IMHO. I've had the opportunity (and honor) of seeing one of ZAM's

TOYSREVIL In Bangkok: Klong Tom Saturday Night Market

I ♥ ♥ ♥ flea markets! The Klong-Tom Market in Bangkok (Pier: Ratchawongse / N5) is a bustling center for Electronics, hardware and software (CDs/DVDs) by day, and by night - specifically Saturday night, this area of Chinatown transforms into a Flea Market, with a special name and quirk: "Flashlight Market" ~ meaning, tis literally dark out that you'd need to bring along a torchlight to shine at

Resin-Release: Bed Monster by Amanda Visell x Itokin Park

With "The Switcheroo Institute of Lower Learning" workshop series completed a scant few days ago, the BED MONSTER collaboration figure set by Amanda Visell and Itokin Park is ready to roll out of bed (or perhaps into one?) with it's release party on Saturday September 11th (7-10pm) priced at US$450 in a limited edition 25 pcs. And while there is hardly a chance any figure will be left after the

Event: 808orbit.com Trader Party @Fresh Cafe (Sept 11)

EVENT-PRESS: Collectors of urban vinyl figures are invited to come to the trader party and hang out with other collectors to trade (or sell) their collectible toys and figures (dunnys, munnys, qee, bearbricks, kaiju, transformers, etc.). There will be games and prizes during the event. This event is in conjunction with Lightsleepers' Beatroot Bodega 2 record sale.There will also be a artists

Upcoming Toy by Osiris Orion x Happy Panda Toys

Rob Ingellis aka OsirisOrion send over a wee teaser for his upcoming vinyl toy release with Happy Panda Toys! Shown here is a super-blurry teaser-image. Given Robert's intense artwork and imagery, I am looking forward to be seeing the reveal of this character.Sculpted by the sculptastic NEMO and produced by Happy Panda Toys ~ expect prototypes to be on display at the coming New York Comic Con in

Event Images for Things Aren’t Getting Any Prettier in this Neighborhood - A Solo Show by Eric Wirjanata @ Plastic Cutlure (on til Sunday Sept 12)

CLICK THRU for some select snaps of Eric Wirjanata's “Things Aren’t Getting Any Prettier in this Neighborhood” solo show @ Plastic Culture, Jakarta ~ currently extended til September 12th Sunday, due to popular demand! So do make a point a pop by and show some support (Tell'em TOYSREVIL sent ya!), and stay tuned to this blog for details about the upcoming contest with Thunderpanda![All images via

Event: Fury Planet @ Dragatomi - Previewed & Live Video Stream

As of this blog-post, the Maihiro x FuryAnimals' Fury Planet Show [event-blogged] is well underway @ Dragatomi in Sacramento, USA - and via the wonders of modern internet-technoligy, you can partaketh of the festivities via their live video stream (man, the crowd is buzzing). I wonder where Linda Le aka Vampy is at?! (not too subtle, was I? Heh).As well you are able to check out what is available

Of Mutant Dokorocks & Moving Sale by Lulubell Toys

"Teleportation to Japan anyone?" ~ taunts Lulubell Toys, which essentially is a straightup tie-up with Lulubell JP where folks outside of Japan might be offered the chance to procure their fav toys at Japan retail.Amy of Lulubell adds: "It wasn't easy... but shaking things up never is. Deals were struck and hands shook. We've got some of your favorite makers on board and we are adding new ones

Re-Sculpted Jeffrey by Jon Knox Available Now

Jon Knox aka Hello, Brute has hand-casted and hand-painted a new (cuddly adorable) re-sculpted version of "Jeffrey" (he gots me with the stubby-arms lol), and is currently offering him up in a variety of finishes, with prices ranging from US$25 for unpainted to US$40 for the above-left "Aqua" painted-version. Standing just under 5 inches tall, the Aqua Jeffrey is limited to 25 pcs and comes

Event: Munny World Festival Indonesia @ Plastic Culture (September 24-26)

EVENT-PRESS: In less than 15 days away until Munny World Festival Indonesia (MWFI) kicks off, Plastic Culture is proud to announce our line up for the Artist Series Munny Exhibition. It will feature Plastic Culture Resident Artist, Thunderpanda (the creator of Lemi the Space Wanderer), Breeanzz (the creator of Beat Up Boxer), and Pronto Pixel (the creator of A Whole Pile of Madness Series).

Eclectic Method - Daft Tron: Daft Punk vs Tron vs Tron Legacy

Remixed Audio and Video from Daft Punk classics and scenes from both Tron and Tron Legacy by Ecletic Method. Quite the WIN one fine Sunday midnight-morning.

Custom-Showcase: Otus Custom-Jouwe by Jimmy Foo (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Toy Art Gallery)

Otus has gives the slight impression of coming from a circus background, but his high wire act in an overly large rubber rhino suit was always going to be doomed to failure....so he now earns a crust signing on as cabin boy on any rusting hulk that will have him. Shore leave will find him wandering the docksides performing feats of balancing prowess in exchange for pennies and beer."Otus" is a

Toy Break Episode 135 : Brand New Spankin!

Toy Break Episode 135 features Luke Chueh's Black In White, Ridley Hooper, Poison Berry Konstricta from Erick Scarecrow, The Red Carpet Kaiju Show, and more.

Customs-Showcase: Dunnys by Jon-Paul Kaiser & ZAM (Seen@CLEA 2010)

Near everyday I post about custom toys on this humble blog, but very rarely do I actually have an opportunity to see them up close, much less physically hold them in my grubby hands ('touch" is as invigorating as "seeing", in my sensitive instance). Everything always looks fine and dandy while they're online, innit? But I wonder ....One of the coolest "surprise" with my recent trip to Thailand

Event Images for Series Zero Jinny Launch by Bitbots

CLICK THRU for event launch images along with custom-Jinnys currently on show at the Bitbots "Pop Up Store" @ 1.11 Kingly Court, Kingly Street, London, W1B 5PW. The pop up store is open until October 2nd, so nows the time to go score yourselves the newly launched Series Zero figures [Search]. The huge Jinny figure by the window looks intriguing too, innit? [5 x images in slideshow above of

Custom-Showcase: C.R.A.P. Custom-Jouwe by Rotobox (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery)

The last we saw of Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica 's Jouwe-custom, was an unpainted form, with no particular characteristics ... now withness "C.R.A.P." ~ and the result is far from it! The "Compact Retaliation Armored Pod" comes with it's own pilot, and will be heading to Germany @ Arty Farty Gallery (for the Oct 2nd show launch / blogged). CLICK THRU for a much closer-look at the tangerine-colored

Custom Toys With Internal Anatomy by Jason Freeny

Folks know the work of Jason Freeny (aka "Moist") primarily via his anatomical dissection-illustrations of toy figure (Qee Bear, Hello Kitty). Now Jason has gotten down to hand-sculpting figures with internal anatomy and offering them up on Ebay. The above-left Dunny-sculpt has long since been taken up, but the above-right one-of-a-kind modified 4-inch vinyl "Alien" from Disney/Pixar's Toy Story

Megan Fox & Cristiano Ronaldo for Emporio Armani (Autumn/Winter 2010/11)

Megan Fox is the new face of Emporio Armani Women's Underwear and Armani Jeans, and the above teaser ad is the start of the promo campaign for Autumn / Winter 2010/11, along with a Facebook-presence, touting exclusive content (very much like Gucci Guilty's actually). Interesting direction the fashion/lifestyle world is re-taking alongside celebrity-dom, IMHO. Full-on glamor amidst global turmoil

Cris Rose's Custom Rumble Stolen @ DragonCon 2010

[MORE]MESSAGE FROM CRIS ROSE: The item in question is a 4" tall hand-painted resin "Rumble" robot in very distinctive Gold and Red colouring. This is the ONLY Rumble to be painted gold, so is clearly distinct from every other sold so far. The piece was stolen from the Rivet booth during locked down closed room hours after the vendors hall closed. Dragon Con staff are looking into the matter but

De-Blistering De Plume with 3Aaddict

3Aaddict puts blade to blister and releases his WWRp Nom de Plume (from ThreeA Toys' 2010 3AA-Membership Set). Man, I gotta get my own review into gear innit? Swell one, 3Aaddict!

Monster Factory Episode 2: Breaking the Fourth Wall

VID-DESCRIPT: Andy and George do their best to prove the dramatic potential of puppet theatre. ~ Andy (the puppet) says: "You can't pigeonhole puppet-theatre!" ... and introducing "Angry Bear" ... not as evocative as mass hurling tho...

Exclusive Preview of Custom Jouwe from Manuel Heischel (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty & Toy Art Gallery)

Last we saw Manuel Heischel's (of Cikcuk Dunia Fantasi) Jouwe-custom, it was getting a body paint-job, and now, BOTH Jouwes are geared-up and ready to go forth in the toy-wide-world ~ with the Cyan-Jouwe heading for Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles, while Magenta-Jouwe travels to Manuel's native country in Germany, specifically at Arty Farty Gallery in Cologne (and subsequently Zimmermann&Heitmann

Skelanimals Qee by Jon-Paul Kaiser Unearthed by Toy2R

And the final Skelanimals Qee from Toy2R is unearthed! Jon-Paul Kaiser's design joins the rest of the undead-Qees HERE in my previous post ~ meanwhile, here is the product-text from the banner image revealed on toy2rusa.com:"Jon-Paul Kaiser - U.K. artist extrodinaire, JPK's Black and White design tyle made him a perfect choice for this project. Capturing the essence of Skelanimals while creating

3" Treeson Plush Keychain from Crazy Label

You might remember gushing over the 3" Treeson Plush Keychains I posted about previously here & here (tis okay, I will not judge you :p). Now comes the time to grab yourselves one (or a few) was Crazy Label is making it available online at a SRP of US$6.95!PRODUCT STATS:* 3" PLUSH KEYCHAIN* SURFACE WASH ONLY* ALL NEW MATERIAL* POLYESTER FIBER

Bubi Au Yueng's PandaB by Crazy Label (On Pre-order Now)

Crazy Label continues their series of "ProjectB" polystone figurines showcasing character designs from Bubi Au Yeung (creator of Treeson) with the adorable PandaB! Priced at US$59.95 for a pair of 4-inch and 1.5-inch pandas, the series is limited to only 100 sets and will be shipped out in (early) October. Set also comes with a bio card and caring instructions sheet, bundled in a protective

Custom-Showcase: Jouwe (Final Phase) by The Yellow Dino (for Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty - Oct 2)

The last time we peeped at Yudi Andhika aka The Yellow Dino's Jouwe-custom, it was devoid of color, now we get an exclusive first-glimpse at the 10-inch vinyl figure in yellow, ready for the final phase of the custom, to be completed for the Jouwe Custom Show @ Arty Farty Gallery in Germany, opening October 2nd, 2010. Am really lurving the mecha-anime vibe to this piece, and cannot wait to see

Is This Fighting JC from ThreeA Toys?

The above-left image was an earlier teaser showcasing the body-tattoo of ThreeA Toys' FIGHTING JC figure from their Adventure Kartel line [Eariier Teased]. And the above-right newly-posted image on the 3A-blog - of an oriental tunic-clad figure sporting adidas kicks, kicking at the camera ~ may well be a totally unrelated figure ... or could be it actually BE Fighting JC? Further reveals need to

Skateboard YOKA by ANTZ x adFunture (for New York Comic Con 2010)

After the scene-stomping debut of the "Thunderape" MINI-G-Robot, adFunture next rolls out their second toy project collaboration with our local artist ANTZ ~ featuring an ANTZ-YOKA sitting snug in a sneaker atop a SWK Deck, as part of their new SKATEBOARD YOKA Series (designed to add the earlier released YOKA collection, with various "vehicular"-accessories). Limited to 300 sets, look for them

3AA-Exclusive Kyuuketsuki TK (& severed LW 53 Robot Head) by ThreeA Toys (Sept 10-sale)

Online orders have begun for both ThreeA Toys' 1/6-scale TK BAKA and 1/12-scale Action Portable TK (priced at US$120 & US$100 + US$10 respectively). And listed along with them is the 3AA-Exclusive Kyuuketsuki TK and severed LW 53 Robot Head (shown above) ~priced at US$150 per (pre-3AA discount of 15%). Looking splendidly excitable (at least to me haha) all decked out in black ~ get your orders in

Unearthing Skelanimals Qees by Toy2R

Toy2R USA has been "unearthing" and revealing their upcoming SKELANIMALS QEE Series the past week, featuring a swell assortment of artists from all over, including designs from Julie West, Reactor88, Voltaire, Lunabee, Jim Koch, Frank Mysterio and Chaukoskis ... the only remaining Qee "buried" still belongs to Jon-Paul Kaiser (I'll sort you out when tis revealed, mate ;p). One of the nicest

Resin-Release: Little Axe Snow Forest by Erick Scarecrow (Taiwan Exclusive)

ESC-TOY-PRESS: This month we're going to hit the other sides of the Earth with two new releases. First up is the new Little Axe Snow Forest by Erick Scarecrow. This colorway is limited to 30pcs worldwide and is a Vince Toy Studio & Shop Taiwan exclusive. Each 6" handpainted resin figure is signed, numbered, packed by artist and comes with a lightweight removable axe accessory. For all inquiries

Custom-Showcase: COMIC STRIPPED "SPAWN" by VISEone

"Awesome", "Cool", 'Fabulous" ~ and the list of exclamations poured forth upon seeing VISEone's SPAWN custom 7-inch Munny, completed as a commission work for FULLER DESIGNS ~ utilizing Milliput, Collage Technique, Acrylic Paint and some Brushwork, and a whole lot of coolness (but I said that already, haven't I?) in the continuation of his COMIC STRIPPED comics-themed series of customs [Search].

Doktor A's G.N.O.M.E Sculpt Turnarounds from RAJE Toys

RAJE Toys releases snaps of Doktor A’s G.N.O.M.E before being sent off to get it's color-on! Expect to see limited numbers of the figure to debut at New York Comic Con in October, as well the full-on launch at DesignerCon in November, including an exclusive colorway for the show.Fret not if you can't make it to NYCC, you can still order the regular edition G.N.O.M.E via Raje's online store @

Event Images for Past The Cosmos Solo Show by Scott Tolleson @ Screaming Sky Gallery

Scott Tolleson recently launched his PAST THE COSMOS Solo Art Show @ Screaming Sky Gallery [blogged] and we have snaps of the event, courtesy of Scott! CLICK THRU to view! Folks interested to procure the artwork and customs are advised to check out this link for a selection of delightful work in Scott's signature style. Past The Cosmos exhibits thru September 19th, 2010. [8 x images in

Battle Spirits: Brave

Battle Spirits: Brave is the third television anime series Battle Spirits that based from Bandai Battle Spirits trading card game. Battle Spirits: Brave is the sequel of Battle Spirits: Shonen Gekiha Dan.
Battle Spirits: Brave will be release this fall on September 12, 2010.

Genres : Action, Shounen
Release Date : September 12, 2010
Official Website  
  
Battle Spirits: Brave Trailer

Double Super Release: Midnight Crooner by Nathan Ota (Pre-orders)

We first blogged about LA-based artist Nathan Ota's "Midnight Crooner" back in 2008 (based on his painting titled: "Candy Colored Clown"), and more recently saw it's display debut at San Diego Comic Con [HERE]. And now, STRANEGco collaborates with Hong Kong's ThreeZero to finally release the figure under their new collabo-brand DOUBLE SUPER![Above: Crooner at 1:50 sec mark] Currently available

Presenting Globulon by Abe Lincoln Jr (NYCC Debut)

PRODUCT-PRESS: Abe Lincoln Jr. is proud to announce the release of his first resin toy, Globulon. Abe will be releasing the Alpha Globulon colorway in conjunction with a signing at the myplasticheart booth at New York Comic Con on Sunday, October 10th at 1 PM. Alpha Globulon is the first release of the series and is cast in unpainted royal blue resin and is limited to 25 pcs. (Price

Upcoming Resin Releases from Jared Deal for New York Comic Con 2010

Jared Deal shares with us a couple of sneak-peeks at his resin releases set to debut at the upcoming New York ComicCon (Oct 8-10th, 2010). Jared adds: "I am doing all of the design, sculpting, and casting on these projects myself, and I can't wait to share them (with) you guys! I haven't been assigned my booth number yet, but I will be located in the new "CULTYARD" pavilion this year alongside

1/6 Slicer TK Baka by ThreeA Toys (Sept 10-preorder)

UPDATE: Sales for Baka has been pushed forward to 10AM instead of 9!ThreeA Toys lines up their next 1/6th-scale release with a brand new Tomorrow King dubbed "BAKA"! Teased here is the "Standard" version of the duo energy-blades welding "slicer", complete with scars and new hair-do, and will be priced at US$120 per (shipping included). Be on the look out for the 3AA-Version (priced at US$150 per

Action Portable TK / Tomorrow King in 1/12th from ThreeA Toys (Sept 10-sale)

With the launch of ThreeA Toys' dedicated Chinese/Mandarin online portal at Bambasia.com [blogged] ~ comes the impending release of it's first "exclusive" figure, in the form of the first ever Action Portable Figure in 1/12th scale!The articulated Tomorrow King comes completed with a Severed bot head (just like it's 1/6th-scaled counterpart). The TK comes on a blister card (possibly sporting

Bitbots Jinny: Series Zero Launch Party @ Bitbots Pop-up store, London (Sept 9)

With all the Series Zero Jinnys revealed [Search] - Bitbots readies their launch party on September 9th (6pm-9pm) @ the Bitbots Pop-up store (1.11 Kingly Court, Kingly Street, London, W1B 5PW). On show will also feature 40 custom-Jinnys from folks such as Doktor A, Jam Factory, Triclops Studios, Studio UAMOU and Jon Burgerman! (Please snaps loads of pics folks, and send them over lol).

4-Foot Freedom Gundam Papercraft by Taras Lesko

Peep the above time-lapse video of the making of a 4-foot Gundam papercraft model (from the diecast model, to the 3d model and the paper construction) by Taras Lesko @ visualspicer.com = EPIC! ~ (Cheers for the headsup, Tom!) (FYI: This video might be 2-years old, but the work transcends age, IMHO)

Custom-Release: Sarumon & Smoking Star by KillerJ x Auxpeer° (Sept 9-drop)

The latest release from V-KINGZ unleashing September 9th @ 9pm CET is the intense SARUMON & SMOKINGSTAR (TokyoBerlinViaParis Edition) from KillerJ x Auxpeer° ~ limited to 12 X SARUMON (EUR 88.00 per) and 16 X SMOKINGSTAR (EUR 28.00 per) with the figures in Light blue vinyl w/ red, flesh, black & white spraypaint. CLICK THRU for mondo-more snaps, as well as product-press, and check out

Custom-Showcase: Gamorrean Guard Qee by Jon-Paul Kaiser

We first teased Jon-Paul Kaiser's Gamorrean Guard Qee Custom back in his interview for CLEA, and now we are delighted that the figure has been fully revealed! CLICK THRU for more images.TOY2R-PRESS: Now black and white master, Jon-Paul Kaiser brings the legendary warrior to life in Qee form with his newest custom. Using the 2.5" DIY Pigee Qee figure, Jon-Paul has once again captured the full

Custom-Release: Blind Boxed Ice-Cream Dunnys by Jennipho

"Ice Cream" ~ who doesn't like Ice Cream? (apologies to our lactose intolerant friends, of course). And while my passion for ice cream does not make me want to lick these Dunnys (as delish as they may look), it would be quite a treat to own them, IMHO. Customized by "Jennipho", these delectable custom Dunnys will be made available on Monday September 27th (my birthday! haha) @ 3pm Eastern time

Event: Fury Planet - Gallery Showcase @ Dragatomi (Sept 11)

MaiHiro x Fury Animals x Dragatomi presents "Fury Planet” - a gallery showcase/ exhibition, opening this coming Saturday September 11th (6-11pm). 'This event will exhibit several new products from Fury Animals, including: tees, hoodies and iPhone cases. Fury Animals will also be bringing a prototype toy of their 12" Fury Bunny (shown above-right) that is currently being produced by Soda Workshop.

KusoPop Launches September 17th / Linda Le Models Designer Tees

We have seen and heard Linda Le introducing KusoPop HERE, now we get to have a super swell peek at what designer clothing and accessories are coming out from the spanking new sub-brand from Kuso Vinyl, as modeled by the smexy-gorgeous "Vampy" herself, along with peeks at keychains and a preview of the second t-shirt collection!CLICK THRU to gawk, and ready your cyber-wallets for the line's

Contest-Teaser: Signed Great Khan Qee from Jon-Paul Kaiser

Stay tuned to TOYSREVIL for contest details! Meanwhile, you are advised to follow me on Twitter @toysrevil and while you're at it, get Jon-Paul Kaiser on your Tweet-list @jonpaulkaiser :)

Tenacious Toys Custom Marshall Blind Box Series Reveals

With the earlier reveals of custom-Marshalls from Osiris Orion, Steve Talkowski and NEMO, New York-based Tenacious Toys now reveals three more artists' work, for the upcoming Custom Marshall Blind Box series ~ CLICK THRU for peeps, along with the origin story of this series straight from Benny of Tenacious Toys!Scheduled for a September-release online via www.tenacioustoys.com ~ there will be 35

Bitbot's Jinny Series Zero Preview: One-Eyed & Zombie

In anticipation for their upcoming September 9th launch [blogged], Bitbots reveals their final two designs for the Bitbots Jinny Series Zero: One-Eye (2/12 ration) and Zombie (1/24 - CLICK THRU to view) ~ both of which were designed by Adam Barteluk. The launch party will be held at the London Pop-up store/gallery at 6pm where there is also a custom show featuring over 40 custom-Jinnys! Do expect

Who is...Tuttz Book from Blurb by Eric Nocella Diaz

From designer resin figurines, Argonaut Resins' TUTTZ next sees a release, in print?Created by Eric Nocella Diaz, the Tuttz cat has been released in variety colorways and as exclusives to a handful of folks (including yours truly), and can now be seen on the printed page, courtesy of Blurb! Currently available to order online here in a trio of editions: Softcover (US$17.95), Hardcover with Dust

A WIP-Peek At The Dragon Warrior Headsculpt of Keith Poon's Myth Warriors

We've seen the sculpted body form and armor, now Keith Poon shares with us the WIP head-sculpt of the first character in the "12神話 The Myth Warriors" series: The Dragon Warrior (as sculpted by Antonio Montalvo)! And with this we'd have an idea of the warriors' possibly being depicted in their animal-form (12 warriors = 12 signs of the Chinese Zodiac?), rather than humanoid-apearances, I reckon.

Contest-Teaser: Thunderpanda x TOYSREVIL Lemi Plush Contest Details Coming Soon

Remember the new series of Lemi Mini Plushies from Eric Wirjanata aka Thunderpanda I had posted about recently HERE and HERE? Wanna score these adorable wittle cuties?, including other swell goddies? Stay tuned to TOYSREVIL for details of the contest to come!

TOYSREVIL Interview on Eye Candies

"Tis oft said about the inherent evil of "influence". But none so alluring as the all-consuming passion lured and set-upon thee mortal desires by plastic or vinyl in the form of toys and action figures. And if influence is evil? Then Toys-Are-Evil. In my waking dreams, they are my masters and i am but a humble servant to serve."With the excitement and frantic preparations leading up to my trip to

CLEA 2010 - CE Battle Artist Feature: Six from Thailand

We first featured Thai freelance designer SIX's work via her custom hand-painted CEs for CLEA 2010. Now we get to have a Q&A with her which you can CLICK THRU to read. Show above is her chosen CE-design submissions which has gotten her into the CE Battle, currently going on at CLEA in Bangkok, Thailand!TOYSREVIL: What was the genesis / design inspiration / concept of your chosen CE-design

Linda Le Introduces Kusopop

Linda Le aka Vampy introduces Kusopop, and we get to hear her and see her "life" (well, for us adoring sods who have never had the opportunity to meet her at conventions, okay? ;p), in a intro-video which can simply be described as a "Win", IMHO :)[Video by James Dayap]

TOYSREVIL In Bangkok

In a few hours' time, the doors to the Exhibition and Convention Center on the 5th floor of Siam Paragon, Bangkok will be opened for CLEA 2010 [www / tagged]. TOYSREVIL will be at booth #C55, so do drop by and say *Hi* :) ~ Meanwhile, TRE YOKA has met a new friend (and a few hundreds of his friends, and more to come, each hand-assembled by Pond and Mr Toy and their team!).And on a blog-note,

CLEA 2010 - CE Battle Artist Feature: Zylostudio from Thailand

Today (Friday September 3rd) will see the launch of CLEA 2010 (Character & Licensing Expo Asia / www / tagged) in Bangkok, Thailand. And today we feature Sanya Lertprasertpakorn aka zylo. CLICK THRU to read, and see you all at CLEA!What was the genesis / design inspiration / concept of your chosen CE-design submission?ZYLO: An amazing creation of nature! I like to watch documentaries and found

CLEA 2010 - CE Battle Artist Feature: nokhookdesign from Thailand

With a day before the "CE Battle" begins @ CLEA 2010 [www / tagged] in Bangkok, Thailand, we turn our undivided attention on Anukun aka nokhookdesign. CLICK THRU to find out more about the inspiration for his chosen CE design, and to peep his splendid design work!TOYSREVIL: What was the genesis / design inspiration / concept of your chosen CE-design submission?ANUKUN: I all started with my

Pao & The Balloon for Dreams Exhibition London and Pao 3D Set For Sale

Dorcas Ng's PAO & THE BALLOON exhibition (currently on, and exhibiting thru September 4th) is a narrative showcased in 14 x 3D images, plus a small pao plush. On show are also little swell details like 3D anaglyphic glasses (yes, you CAN watch them in 3D!), free stickers (3 versions), a mailing list for interested people to leave their email address to be updated on pao news, and a note to say

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (Movie)

Plot : The Girl Who Leapt Through Time tells about story of friendship between Makoto Konno, Chiaki Mamiya and Kousuke Tsuda. Someday in the summer, Makoto Konno found some device that can give ability to the user to leapt through time. After Makoto using that device for leapt throgh time several times, she realize that device have limited usage. So Makoto very careful to use that device again. The rest of the last usage, she must use the ability to leapt thorugh time to save her friend Kousuke and his girlfriend from some accident. But Makoto failed to prevent the accident because Makoto instead use the last ability to avoid Chiaki. When the train will hit Kousuke, the time stopped and backwards because someone leapt through the time and the person is not Makoto but the person is Chiaki Mamiya, the original owner of the device that come from the future.

Title :  The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
Alternative Title : Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo (Japan)
Genres : drama, romance, science fiction
Release Date : 15 July 2006 (Japan)

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time animation movie that adapted from manga Toki wo Kakeru Shoujo teach me many lesson about importance of a time and you can't playing time with your own wish. The Ending theme is also very great for this animated romance film. And I like when Makoto roll after she leapt through time, hahaha.

"Time Waits for no one".

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