Aug 30, 2013

Product of the Day - Frank Kozik William, Reginald & Henry Classic edition by Arts Unknown


In the chronicles of exploration, few feats match Lord William Fitzpatrick Smythe’s adventures into the vast unknown heart of the blank space known as Inner Lemuria. Follow him, and his faithful retainers Reginald ‘Mamoo’ Withers and Henry ‘Hop’ Newtsbridge, as they discover the mystic and ancient ruins of La-Er.


William, Reginald and Henry were designed by Frank Kozik and produced by Arts Unknown. Only 150 pieces were made in this colorway and the vinyl figure stands 8 inches tall. Pick one up for $110 today at the Tenacious Toys online store.


threeA - HALO - Spartans

Following on from threeA's release earlier this year of the Halo Commander Carter - Spartan III and the Halo Spartan MKV - Commando (Bambaland Exclusive) is the next two versions... HALO - A239 EMILE SPARTAN-III (He's a badass, as my son puts it!!) and HALO - SPARTAN MARK V EVA (Bambaland Exclusive)

On sale now for a limited time on threeA's Bambaland Store









Specs..
Each Figure stands 13.5 inches tall
Fiber-Optic Illuminated Combat Armor
Magnetized Shoulder Shields
Rubberized Suit Over A Fully Articulated Body With Complete Outer Armor Attachments
Fully Articulated Fingers
Cloth Tactical Soft Case With Functioning Clasps
M45 Tactical Shotgun
Removable Kukri Knife With Sheath
Removable Grenade Canisters
Magnetized Grenade Shells

Price $220.00USD

Most likely that the normal version will be offered to retailers, so if you miss this sale, ask your local 3A vendor! If your stuck, give me a shout!

Thanks you for reading!

Wai Man






Aug 29, 2013

Super Robot StratoMaxx Teaser Video for their Kickstarter!


Stratos of Kaiju Kaos presents a teaser video to whet your appetite for the toy Kickstarter he's about to launch! Check it:



No link yet as the Kickstarter isn't live, but it will be soon.

Product of the Day - Gary Baseman Slugilicious Blue by Arts Unknown


Out from the shallow damp earth, comes the slithering Slugilicious. He takes his time, rushing for no one. Even if he looks like he is standing still, he is definitely tripping. Some people call him a homeless vermin. Some others call him a lazy hippie. Some people call him a space cowboy. Some call him the gangster of love. No matter where Sluggy goes, he always leaves his mark. The sidewalk is his canvas. He is the Lewis and Clark of the Mucus Trails.

Sluggy is designed by Gary Baseman and produced by Arts Unknown. This colorway is limited to only 100 pieces worldwide. Sluggy stands 8 inches talland is made of vinyl. Pick one up for $100 at the Tenacious Toy online store today.


Aug 28, 2013

Emeraldpup Joins The Nathan Hamill Octopup Ranks


You know what's awesome?  Nathan Hamill toys.  You know what's even better?  Nathan Hamill toys you can't have.

Wait, what?

Hamill announced today via his blog that he'll be releasing the latest in the Octopup line, the Emeraldpup, at Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Con this Saturday August 31st.  It will join its fellow NH x 3DRetro brothers, Cherry red and the quadruplet CMYK San Diego Comic Con set.  

You can pick up your Emeraldpup at Booth C29 if you happen to be in Singapore this Saturday!

Nathan also quietly slipped a peak at this "Oreopup" which might be a STGCC exclusive as well. 






Custom Angel Micro Negora - SoKo Cat x Mark Nagata


This is the second piece to be released in the recent collaboration of SoKo Cat and Mark Nagata. Limited to only 5 pieces, this Custom Angel Micro Negora set is the second of two releases announced earlier this summer, completing the Angels and Demons Micro Negora set!  

Pure and benevolent, these kind cats will heal what ails you!  
These cuties are available in SoKo Cat's store for $70!

Each figure is approximately 2.25 inches tall and hand painted using acrylic paint. Hand signed and numbered by SoKo Cat! If you'd like to know more about SoKo Cat, you can visit her blog, follow her on Instagram , and check out her store! 

Candy/Caramel Apple Dunny series and Jack-O-Dunny Series x SoKo Cat


Eager for fall, SoKo Cat is working overtime on her releases!  Her Candy/Caramel Apple Dunny series (announced earlier this summer) will melt your heart and give you cavities at first sight!  Just to be clear, they are not edible, so please don’t try to consume them.  Limited to only 5 pieces each, you can choose between Candy Apple Dunny (red with shaved coconut) and Caramel Apple Dunny (caramel with peanuts)!  These delicious Dunnys are available in her store for US$50! 


FYI, SoKo Cat has also revealed to us that she will supplement her Candy/Caramel Apple Dunny series with a smaller drop using only the Dunny head!  She anticipates it will drop in approximately a month for US$30.  Keep an eye out!


SoKo Cat’s second project is a collaboration with the very talented M. Clancey!  The Jack-O-Dunny series was sculpted by M. Clancey and painted by SoKo Cat.  Three types of Jack-O-Dunnys are available: Standard, Silly, and Spooooooooky!  Only five pieces of each type were created.  Bring Halloween into your home early (or if you’re an avid Halloween lover, right on time).  These ghoulish goodies are available in her store for US$65!


Each piece is hand painted using high quality acrylic paint. Hand signed and numbered by SoKo Cat!
If you'd like to know more about SoKo Cat, you can visit her blog, follow her on Instagram , and check out her store!



Product of the Day - Kitty Pillow by Anjali Bahl


This custom felt pillow was made for the Toy Invaderz show at RGB Gallery in Chicago, IL curated by Emmanuelle White Eagle. This one of a kind three eyed, six nippled pillow was created by Anjali Bahl and is available now for $100 at the Tenacious Toys online store.


Aug 27, 2013

Squid Skilla by Marshall Plex of Donkey Jaw Projects


Most people think squid folk are all about the ink squirts but not this guy. Squid Skilla is all about the Krylon Auquasol paint and comes from a place that is somewhere between the slums of Atlantis and the suburbs of Bikini Bottom. 
He travels the ocean on a mission to beautify every abandoned shipwreck and underwater city wall he can find across the oceanic landscape! 
Squid Skilla is a hand cast and painted resin art toy that stands just under 3" short.

Squid Skilla just made it's debut at Bing Con.  There are only a few left so grab one quick!  And check out the Donkey Jaw Projects store for more cool pieces.

-The Highest Fever
@thehighestfever

New shirts from Forces of Dorkness: Weak Scene & Learning Stupid

Sometimes the art we make has a hidden message, some times that message is a bit more direct.  This is one that is as clear as a middle finger raised high in the air.



Available only as a preorder, avilableonline only until September 6th, 2013, these 2 new designs from The Forces of Dorkness are printed in white on black 100% cotton shirts. They show just how much we all love the haters in our lives. 

Each shirt (costing only $20 shipped for free in the US, with $15 shipping anywhere in the world) is avail available in sizes S - 6XL (sorry no 5XL right now)

Shirt 1 : Learning Stupid is a nod to those that come in and out of our lives and really just leave us shaking our head at the end of the day.

Shirt 2: Weak Scene - there's a million things we can blame when something we've created doesn't get the reception or the sales we hoped they would, but "the scene" is that thing only the weak blame.

Don't ever let the haters get you down.  Take the negative they feed you and channel it into new creations.  Use it as fuel because the best revenge is kicking more ass than ever before.  Remember, the only reason anyone ever attacks you is because they are either threatened or jealous of what you can do.  Now's your chance to show the world that you're going to do what you want regardless of what they think.  It's your art, your idea, and in the end it's all up to you. 

All Hail those that don't play well with others.

(note: Customers will pay for their shirt(s) at the time of pre-order, but all monies will be returned if for some reason not enough orders are placed)

Product of the Day - NEMO Tiki God of Creativity


This is a one of a kind custom sculpt from Mike "NEMO" Mendez. Using a tin can as the base, NEMO's Tiki God of Creativity is perfect for sparking ideas, plus it makes a handy little container for your supplies. The piece is available now for $200 at the Tenacious Toys online store.


Josh Mayhem's Music to My Ears custom PLAY ME RECORDS Dunny for TAG

This piece is great for several rerasons: 

#1 I love Josh Mayhem's custom work. 

#2 Play Me Records is one of my favorite labels. I'm not sure Josh even knows that. Helmed by Reid Speed, Play Me has introduced me to a shit ton of awesome DJs and producers who have changed the flavor of the music I listen to on a daily basis. You may see some of my updates on FB via Soundcloud- more often than not, I'm listening to a song posted by Play Me Records.

Here's what Josh has to say about this piece which he did for a show at TAG:

This piece represents two important passions of mine in a wonderful double entendre. I've DJ'd for a good 12 years, 8 of which as a regular in the Los Angeles Drum & Bass scene. Eventually my artistic direction changed as I started embracing the Designer Toy culture more and more into my life. Both passions involve an addiction to collecting vinyl (the base is of this being made out of actual vinyl records). Music is played, while toys are played with. Los Angeles also has a rich history of underground bass music. PLAY ME Records (who's logo is used in the piece) is run by friends of mine in L.A., and it has become a staple record label in American dance music culture, one of which many of my other friends have had their music signed to. And simultaneously L.A.'s Designer Toy culture is expanding tremendously with more and more designer toy stores and galleries emerging, as well as a growing awareness and acceptance of this unique art form.

Aug 26, 2013

Product of the Day - The Monster Hunter by Valerie G


This custom was made for the Toy Invaderz show at RGB Gallery in Chicago, IL curated by Emmanuelle White Eagle. The Monster Hunter was designed by Valerie G and is a custom vinyl Skumbo, made with polymer clay and acrylics. The figure includes five small monsters and a staff with a tiny monster on top.


This one of a kind piece is available now for $150 at the Tenacious Toys online store.