Nerd (Un)Culture
Kidrobot has announced the limited edition Andy Warhol Campbell’s Soup Can Series. Packaged in an iconic Andy Warhol Campbell’s soup “can”, this blind can series will contain either a mystery vinyl or plush Andy Warhol item. They include iconic Warhol items such as Marilyn Monroe, soup cans, banana, TV, camera and more. You can pick these up for $14.99 each.
Threezero has announced the pre-order release details for their 1/6th scale Pero Tovar collectible figure, from The Great Wall movie license. It will be available for pre-order at from www.threezerohk.com starting on Tuesday February 14th 2017 at 9AM Hong Kong time (9PM ET on February 13th). The figure will run $168.00 with worldwide shipping included in the price. Note – if you had an account at our old store (www.threezerostore.com), you will need to re-register at the new threezero site.
The Iron Man Mark V 1/6th scale collectible from Iron Man 2 features enhanced articulations especially in the arms, legs and waist for higher poseability, movable armor flaps to simulate the suiting up process, LED-lighted eyes, chest arc reactor and palm repulsors, interchangeable battle damaged chest armor, left arm and hands, and a sophisticatedly painted Mark V suitcase.
The Autopsy-Babies “Sweet-Tooth” Edition will feature the Neapolitan Marbled Autopsy Zombie Staple Baby and Gergle from Miscreation Toys. The 10-inch tall soft vinyl figure features 5 points of articulation. It’s been produced in Japan and marbled by Grody Shogun & Co.
Bryan from Paper Foldables has created this new promo piece of Mr. Poopy Butthole from Adult Swim’s Rick and Morty. If you’ve not checked out the Carton Network show, you really should.
Flat Bonnie is taking part in the “Year of the Rooster” Group Art Show at Giant Robot Store. Yukari has made the Good Luck Pocket Rooster Darumas for the show. “Pocket Rooster Daruma can go everywhere with you. He will bring you good luck and encouragement on your journey. Pocket Rooster Daruma believes in you.”
Recently, toy artist Obsessed Panda was given the five different colorways that the Tug O’ War vinyl has been released as, and he was asked to create a run of five one-of-a-kind monsters. These were originally designed and sculpted by Zectron and produced by Unbox Industries.
Kasey Tararuj aka One-Eyed Girl has released some new resin figures, including a new edition of her original Squirms character. There are 3 mint green Fluttersquirms available at $45.00 each. This is the only edition of Squirms that will have those tiny wings. Also, she’ll be releasing the Valentine’s Smoochie (pictured below) beginning today.
Junk Fed is showing off their latest resin toy – the 5-inch tall Mini Moon Monster. This one will debut at the (In) Action Figures 5 exhibit at Clutter Gallery (running February 11th to March 3rd 2017).
Bryan Green of Paper Foldables fame has designed another paper craft for your printing and folding pleasure. This one is based on the video game – SUPERHOT.
Mezco has announced The One:12 Collective Exclusive Deadpool With Headpool Accessory figure. The “Merc with a Mouth” joins the One:12 Collective with a comprehensively detailed outfit and portrait sculptures. Additionally, this limited edition MezcoToyz.com exclusive version includes a Headpool accessory only available at MezcoToyz.com while supplies last. It’s currently available to pre-order for $85.00 and is expected to begin shipping between August and October of 2017.
Toy Art Gallery is releasing the new Slate Gray Wolf Thing Bat Mother from Joseph Harmon this Friday (February 3rd 2017).The 5-inch tall vinyl features an articulated head and legs. It goes up for sale beginning at Noon PST and will run $35.00.
Medicom has released a new 1/6th scale Pharrell Williams Real Action Hero. It’s announced that the figure will retail for 24,800¥ (about $220).
Kidrobot has launched a new music-themed Labbit series titled Labbit Band Camp 3000. The new 2.5-inch blind box mini series is now available for purchase in stores worldwide. Designed by artist and Kidrobot Chief Creative Officer Frank Kozik,
Big C will be dropping his Baby Fatts: Quick Silver Edition today (Wednesday February 1st 2017) at Noon PST. This version will be limited to 5 pieces worldwide.
