From an unidentified planet in orbit around the star known as Vega, these space-faring creeps have become trapped in the Las Vegas valley after a crash landing left their ship destroyed. Now their plans of world domination are threatened by morale problems after noticing they are roughly one sixth the size of an average human. Will they starve or be washed away by a flash flood? Is it possible they can continue to escape the notice of the authorities? Will they ever restore communication with their home world? Can their scheme to be purchased and kept off the streets succeed?
Jul 8, 2014
Being different and unique is what Uglydoll™ is all about! That is why we are so excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with 3D Printing innovator MakerBot. MakerBot has enthusiastically designed a collection of 3D printable collectibles featuring four of our fan's most popular characters Babo™, Wage™, Ice-Bat™ and Ox™, which can now be 3D printed on MakerBot® Replicator® Desktop 3D Printers.
"Taking Uglydoll into the world of 3D printing seems like a natural extension for our Uglydoll characters," noted David Horvath, co-founder of Pretty Ugly. "Sun-Min and I have been fans of 3D printing for a while and we are excited to be working with MakerBot on bringing our characters to life in a whole different 3D world."
"We are so excited to offer Uglydoll 3D printed content in the MakerBot Digital Store," noted Jenny Lawton, president of MakerBot and a huge Uglydoll fan, with Wage and Ice-Bat being some of her favorite characters. "The story behind the creation of the Uglydoll characters by David Horvath and Sun-Min Kim showcase how creativity can positively impact lives. We love the fun, light-hearted stories behind the Uglydoll characters and hope that they will help inspire a whole new generation of makers with their 3D printed adventures."
The first wave of characters introduced are in T-pose format, designed to be 3D printed and fully poseable; the second wave are Uglydoll characters in a dynamic stance, posed to enjoy the real world of their owner. A third wave will include a 3D printable Uglydoll bus that will take miniature Uglydoll characters on a fun-filled summer vacation; and a fourth wave will be 3D printable environments for the 3D printed Uglydoll characters to live in. The 3D printed Uglydoll characters are available on the MakerBot Digital Store (makerbot.com/digital store) with prices starting at $1.29 per digital model. Currently available are the T-pose and dynamic posed characters. The additional character sets will come later this summer.
About MakerBot
MakerBot, a subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq: SSYS), is leading the Next Industrial Revolution by setting the standards in reliable and affordable desktop 3D printing. Founded in 2009, MakerBot has built the largest installed base of desktop 3D printers sold to innovative and industry-leading customers worldwide, including engineers, architects, designers, educators and consumers. To learn more about MakerBot, visit makerbot.com.
UGLYDOLL& Pretty Ugly, LLC
David Horvath & Sun-Min Kim created the first Uglydoll hand-sewn plush toy in 2001. Since the inception of the first character, Wage™, who David drew on a love letter to Sun-Min, Uglydoll has grown into an entire universe of characters, stories, and products for all ages.The Uglydoll brand was launched in 2002 by Pretty Ugly, LLC in Edison, New Jersey. David & Sun-Min's unique aesthetic and voice defining "ugly" distinguish the property as distinctive and unique. The award-winning Uglydoll characters appear in a variety of toys, books, apparel, and other licensed products that are available in thousands of stores, worldwide. For more information,
, please visit www.uglydolls.com
Jul 6, 2014
Bong Trooper by Forces of Dorkness for Super Series Sundays on July 6
The second decorative waterpipe-style sculpture from Forces of Dorkness is the Bong Trooper a.k.a. TK-420. Each Bong Trooper piece is a solid resin hand painted graven image topped with a fully modern polycarbonate tube. The piece stands 7” tall and 3” wide. Each piece is hand made and will cost $40 plus shipping.
Please note, this unit is not functional as an actual waterpipe. Not because FOD can’t make one this small, but because using one this small is a stupid idea. More than likely you’ll just end up with a mouthful of water every time…with that said, it is watertight and can be used for things such as a bud vase, the world’s smallest column aquarium, a XXL shotglass, a spittoon, a jelly bean holder... the options just go on and on and on.
Bong Trooper will drop at 9PM EST on July 6th on the Tenacious Toys Super Series Sundays page. July 7th will mark the last day of sale of the earlier Jesus H. Waterpipe piece.
LINKS:
Tenacious Toys Super Series Sundays page:
www.tenacioustoys.com/SuperSeriesSundays_s/207.htm
Forces of Dorkness website:
forcesofdorkness.com
UK based artist, most famous for their Kombat/Samurai Kings from a few years ago..
Jul 4, 2014
Inspired by the original 'Microman' Japanese toy line from the 1970's and re-imagined by artist and 3A co-founder Ashley Wood, each figure stands approximately 6-inches tall.
WHEN + WHERE
On Sale Now At Bambaland Store
PRICING And DETAILS - Includes Free International Shipping
SD00 Marcus (Orange) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
BAMBALAND EXCLUSIVE ONLY
SD01 Aki (Grey) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
SD02 Maxim (Black) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
SD03 Dante (Red) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
SD04 Sam (Blue) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
SD05 Julian (Clear) - 6-Inch Scale Collectible Figure: $45 USD
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The second decorative waterpipe-style sculpture from Forces of Dorkness is the Bong Trooper a.k.a. TK-420. Each Bong Trooper piece is a solid resin hand painted graven image topped with a fully modern polycarbonate tube. The piece stands 7” tall and 3” wide. Each piece is hand made and will cost $40 plus shipping.
Please note, this unit is not functional as an actual waterpipe. Not because FOD can’t make one this small, but because using one this small is a stupid idea. More than likely you’ll just end up with a mouthful of water every time…with that said, it is watertight and can be used for things such as a bud vase, the world’s smallest column aquarium, a XXL shotglass, a spittoon, a jelly bean holder... the options just go on and on and on.
Bong Trooper will drop at 9PM EST on July 6th on the Tenacious Toys Super Series Sundays page. July 7th will mark the last day of sale of the earlier Jesus H. Waterpipe piece.
Jul 3, 2014
Jul 2, 2014
Go-Go Supaiku Dude is bringing sexy back, in Kaiju form. Aside from those six pack abs and his neon green colorway complexion, he is carrying a spiky shell on his back. Measures 12 x 10 x 8. This will be at $50.
Here is the description from Wargame Vault:
Kaiju Kaos is a tabletop miniatures game where two or more players pit their hand-painted metal and resin armies against one another. Kaiju Kaos is a strategic skirmish game. It’s not just a matter of lining up models on the table and the person who goes first is the winner. Kaiju Kaos requires cunning and adaptability because at any time an opponent can drastically alter the current situation with an unexpected action or a lucky roll of the dice. A solid strategy and good implementation combined with a little luck will enable the weakest troopers to bring down the mightiest monster. There are various unnamed troopers and specialists to build armies with, but the true heart of Kaiju Kaos is in the characters – whether they’re human, Kaijin, or colossal Kaiju bent on destroying everything in their path.So, Kaiju Kaos is a strategy tabletop miniatures game, that uses a combination of miniatures, stat sheets and of course the rule book. Kaiju Kaos: Smackdown is a death match variation of Kaiju Kaos and this recent release for Kaiju Kaos, is a set of Stat Cards to be used with the game. The stat cards can be purchased as a PDF Download for $0.99 or can be printed on demand for $4.95 + shipping through both Drive Thru Cards and Wargame Vault.The deck includes 20 stat cards for 18 different characters, 2 characters of which have 2 different cards included to account for alternate forms. Tabletop games like this, offer great playability while also allowing people to take a technology break. Often, the miniatures are raw and can be painted, which adds to the fun for many. For those who are unfamiliar with, he/she may recognize some of his/her favorite artist's characters in the Kaiju Kaos: Smackdown rulebook and possibly in the rulebooks of the other variations of Kaiju Kaos.
So, grab a partner and go purchase the Kaiju Kaos: Smackdown rule book, get a set of Stat cards and pick up one or more of the playable miniatures.
"A Pop Culture Happy Hour"
Gather with fellow fans to talk, eat, drink and dance comic books, movies, video games, and other sundry forms of pop culture.
Hosted by Micheal Andrew (Be Kulchured) with Music by DJ Greg Poole.
Wednesday July 2nd from 6pm - 9pm
Food and Drink Specials
Pulqueria
11 Doyers St