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Jan 28, 2014

Monstermatic - An app by Mico Studios

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With 3D printing technology advancing and becoming more attainable to the everyday user, companies are making it easier to design and create unique characters at the touch of a screen. Monstermatic is a 3D printing App that has recently been released, which allows users to customize and design unique characters. Currently only available for iOS devices(iPhone and iPad), Monstermatic allows a user to design a character, using built-in options. Everything from the head style, hand coloring, types of feet(shoes) and even the overall color applications can be customized, which allows for a huge range of possible outcomes.

3D printing is changing the world and democratizing the act of creation. With the release of Monstermatic on the App Store anybody can become part of the revolution and experience firsthand the power of this incredible technology. 

Monstermatic is a free app that inspires kids of all ages to engage in creative play. It provides a quick, fun and easy way to design monsters and unleash them into the world through 3D printing technology. 

Features:
  • Interact with 10 animated monsters, each with a unique personality and swappable parts.
  • Take pictures using Augmented Reality Technology.
  • Share your creations through social media.
  • Draw on your monster.
  • Send your creation to 3D printing and receive your figurine by mail a few days later.
 Monstermatic is available for free for a limited time on the App Store (www.tinyurl.com/monstermatic5)
 
The main feature of the Monstermatic App is the ability to make a custom 2D creation, into a 3D printed tangible figure. The price point of the print is a bit steep for a 2" printed figure, currently listed at $25.95, which gives the customer a 3D print of the created figure, in one of 3 poses. The app itself is easy to use, since most of it is visual. There are currently a few bugs, which make the app seem unresponsive, but users could have better luck on newer devices.
 
 
 
Overall, Monstermatic is a nice app, that is currently free to download and play around with. Some minor bugs should be fixed in the future, but nothing that prevents the user from creating a custom creature. If you have an iOS device, download the app and give it whirl. Let us know what you think in the comments.

Mystical Warriors of the Ring wrestling-themed mini figures by Fantastic Plastic

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Introducing Mystical Warriors of the Ring, produced in the same factory as October Toys' O.M.F.G. figures. These ultra detailed 2" scaled mini figures are a new product from the partnership between Fantastic Plastic Toys and True Cast Studio (prototypers for NECA and Sideshow Collectibles).

Available previously only in Limited Edition Urethane, late last year they made the jump to more affordable PVC.



Currently 5 colors are available on their website for an affordable $9.00 per pack (Glow in the Dark pictured below is $10). They also have a Black retail exclusive at Jay's CD and Hobby (www.jayscdandhobby.com).

Mystical Warriors of the Ring will be touring the USA in 2014 with the first stops being Kansas City's Planet Comicon in March and Chicago's mega convention C2E2 in April. There will be an exclusive colorway at each show (colorways not yet announced).

Mystical Warriors of the Ring figures are supported by a line of comic books, and there have been discussions of future animation and video games. So if you like Wrestling and if you like mini figures, this line is right up your alley.


MegaSeth Love Monster Edition by Lisa Rae Hansen for Super Series Sundays

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Introducing MegaSeth: Love Monster edition! This rockin dude wears his heart and his love for pit bulls on his... sleeve... er, OK the front of his shirt. But you know what I mean.

After selling out of the NYCC Exclusive MegaSeths pretty darn fast last October, we asked Lisa Rae Hansen (ibreaktoys) to make us another run. MegaSeth is a 6" resin sculpt that comes bagged and tagged with a header card, along with a button and a mini print. A great package for only $60.

Lisa Rae made us 8 exclusive Love Monster MegaSeths, painting our pit bull Love Monster onto the front of each figure. A truly unique, Tenacious-centric exclusive!

MegaSeth Love Monster edition figures will be available this Sunday February 2nd at 6PM EST on our Super Series Sundays page. ROCK ON!

Jan 27, 2014

threeA x Marvel x Iron Man

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Oh my, you now have my attention!!!

What a great 'new' take of Iron Man, sort of an origin looking Iron Man, and I like very much.

Really makes a change from the film versions of Iron Man that Hot Toys and others companies have been milking... I mean churning... oh, I mean producing!!!






Ashley Wood recently answered this question on a Q&A

No pricing as yet, but get ready for BambaStark week in February!

Thanks for reading

Wai Man
www.onesixthbruce.co.uk

TMNT Print - By Partrick Sierra

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Patrick Sierra is an artist, who not many people may have heard of. Patrick recently completed a TMNT inspired print, several months after his initial sketch. He This is one of Patrick's first prints and with most things, it's a bit of a learning curve. The print is 10x8.5", printed on an 11x17" sized paper. Currently priced at $25 plus shipping, it's definitely a nice and affordable print. Each print is going to be signed and numbered, with an edition to be set at a later time. 

Here is a an example of a recent custom Munny Patrick completed, named Hiro Esperanza. All his progress shots are up on his blog, which he unfortunately has not updated in some time.
This is just the start of some great work to come from Patrick Sierra. So, give him a follow on Social media, purchase a print or even commission him to do something custom. While Patrick gets his store in order, anyone interested in purchasing a print or commissioning Patrick for custom work, feel free to email him at artbypatsierra [@] gmail.

Update: Patrick is going to limit this print to just 30 pieces and also dropped the Price to $25. Go sell him out!

Miya-san Miyazaki tribute figure preorders still available

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Above is a paint sample of the Miya-san figure we have up for preorder. This Martin Hsu creation was brought to life by Bigshot Toyworks. It's a charity project with proceeds going to a local organization in Japan which provides post-tsunami community-building relief.

Only 300 will be made, and they are $95 each. The figure measures 6 inches tall and is made of resin. Shipping to customers in April. Get yours now, they are going fast after being featured on Reddit, Cartoon Brew and Anime News Network amongst many others...

Jan 25, 2014

Custom of the Month (The Customizers FB-group)

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The custom of the past month of The Customizer group on Facebook is...
customizer: TobyArt

REX is a 100 run,resin toy series by TobyArt. Originally conceived for the 2013 Vinyl Thoughts Show 4 they have now been customized as commissions and promos, seen at Comic Con expos and art shows across Texas.


TobyArt won the competition with one of these guys, but to be honest they are all the worth of showing here. Love this series. It is creative and well executed!

Follow TobyArt here:

New Show at Toy Art Gallery?

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The fine folks over at Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles are teasing us with the mysterious image above. Nothing more and nothing less. All we know is it is a show entitled "Dark Invasion" and it is taking place next month. More news as it comes.


Jan 24, 2014

Jelly Empire Jellyzillas Drop January 25

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From out of the confines of The Jelly Empire march an adorable array of Jellyzilla- part robot, and part. Tomorrow, January 25th, these cute little forces to be reckoned with will be available Here at 1PM EST for $40ea.

For more from Jellyzilla, check out their website here.


Graffiti Anatomy - German Cap - by Creo Design

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After the sell out success of Creo Design's first solo art piece he has been work at full speed to bring you his latest creation - Graffiti Anatomy

Forget about Grey's Anatomy, Creo brings to life a concept born from streets. For years graffiti artist have been producing mind-blowing murals and canvas using their preferred spray can as an extension of their own body rather than a painting medium. Every artist has his or her own preferred choice of can but have you ever wondered what is hidden beneath the cold aluminium case? Manufactures insist that you should never pierce or dismantle the can regardless if it is empty or not. Wise words indeed because when Creo's curiosity took over and he opened his last empty spray can he couldn't believe what he discovered inside. Beneath the cold aluminium 'skin' lies a full spinal cord and skull 'cap'. 

Spray cans are living objects brought to life in an artists hands.The myths of steel ball bearings used to mix the paint are bogus - when you shake the can it is the vertebrae knocking together that makes the can rattle, wakening the can to life and producing the beautiful stream of paint when pressing the cap.



Creo has captured his discovery with the 100% original handmade resin sculpture that is fitted with a 'German Cap' and is limited to 10pcs world wide. Standing over 12" tall with a 360 degree rotating cap and magnetic articulation in the jaw. As always Creo will allow customers to customise their purchase. Customers are allowed to select 2 paint colours for the body from over 250 colour choices. One is for the main body and cap the second is for the paint splatter effect - customers can choose not to have the paint splatter option. AND customers can choose a 3rd colour from 40 options for the cap 'eye' and teeth. Again customers can choose to have their Graffiti Anatomy as 1 solid colour. They can also be finished in either a matt or gloss lacquer. Each item will be signed and numbered and come in a wooden presentation box.

Orders will be taken via www.cdtoys.co.uk at 9pm GMT on the 22nd Janruary 2014. Each item will be made to order and take 4 weeks to complete from date of order. The RRP is £150 ex shipping (around $250 ex shipping) - shipping is done via courier due to size, weight.




Superdeux Mood Palmer vinyl toys

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Mood Palmer... a new collection of vinyl toys designed by Sebastien Roux aka Superdeux.

Previously featured in art shows around the world, Mood Palmer makes a triumphant return in 2014 with a brand new run of exclusive vinyl toys 100% produced by the artist himself. The limited series features Mood Palmer in three bold styles – the Original Mood Palmer Blue or Magenta, as well as one- of-a-kind custom-painted characters. Custom pieces are limited to 100 signed + numerated toys, each individually painted by hand at the Secret Feature studio in San Francisco.



Who is Mood Palmer? Mood Palmer is a doer. He doesn’t waste time speaking and lets his hands do the talking. The series captures the spirit of Mood Palmer as he is in 2014. Independently developed and designed entirely by Superdeux, Mood Palmer is the reflection of a can-do, the DIY attitude.

Limited Edition of 100 Original Mood Palmer Blue, 100 Original Mood Palmer Magenta, and 100 custom hand-painted pieces. Characters measure 5” each and range in price from US$49-89.

Available for purchase exclusively at: www.deux.me/store


Playge Misfortune Cat New Year edition

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Playge Misfortune Cat 'New Year'
I love these things. Love love love. Here's the release details (no, Tenacious Toys won't be able to get these):
  • Vinyl And ABS
  • Edition of 150.
  • $85 USD Includes worldwide shipping.
The release is set for MONDAY, JAN 27, 12:00 noon central time. Available on playge.net >>  http://playge.net/category/toys/misfortune_cat/

Jan 23, 2014

Quasimoto Resin 3" Dunny - by Melodreama

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After a successful release of a custom Quasimoto Dunny, Melodreama decided to do a slightly bigger run of 5 hand painted Resin Bootleg Quasimoto Dunnys. I am referring to these as Bootleg Dunnys because these pieces are a complete resin duplicate of an original custom, rather than just a partial resin piece. A whole debate could be had over the term bootleg, with regards to Resin but lets leave that for another day. Either way, these pieces sold out just as quickly as the original piece. In order to accommodate the increased interest in these pieces, Melodreama has decided to open up a Pre-order for all those interested in picking up one of these Quasimoto Resin Dunnys. Priced at $45 each, plus shipping, the price could be a bit lower, considering. Anyone who is interested in picking up one of these Quasimoto Resin Dunnys, should do so now, since there is no word of how many plan to be made.

Be sure to follow Melodreama on the various social network sites, she does some great work:
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Disclaimer: All opinions expressed in these blog posts are that of the Author and in no way a representation of Tenacious Toys.

Silver Micro MADL 3D Print - by MAD Toy Design

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Group of Silver Micro MADLs - MAD Toy Design
MAD, from MAD Toy Design, is having some fun with the new 3D Printer. The latest edition of Micro MADLs to be released is a Silver ABS Micro MADL. Like the previously released colors, the Silver Micro MADL retails for $15 each plus shipping and comes bagged with a signed header card. MAD still has some Blue GID Micro MADLs in the store also, so take a look around. Keep in mind that MAD loves all the colors of the rainbow, so be on the lookout for more colors in the future.
Front of Silver Micro MADL - MAD Toy Design
 Something else MAD teased lately was this picture seen on his FB page:
Micro Modern Heros - MAD Toy Design
These Micro Modern Heros is going to make a great addition to anyone's mini-fig collection.

Flawtoys Al-Kimia Android Series Coming To VinylRiot

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Alchemy may be considered a defunct science, but Flawtoys puts it to use on a series of Al-kimia Androids. 

" "Al-kimia" is the Mystical Essence of the Sacred Art of Alchemy; Alchemists developed theories on the possibility of the transmutation of metals, the philosopher's stone, and creating artificial life in laboratories, as in later medieval European alchemy."

This series of 5 custom androids, featuring sculpting, cutouts, and metallic finishes, releases on Vinylriot.com January 29th at 3PM EST.





Jan 22, 2014

Bomb Cat in Panic Pink by Anthony Ausgang

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Anthony Ausgang's 2nd colorway of Bomb Cat, in Panic Pink, drops on Wednesday, January21 at 10am PST. Originally cculpted by Dave Pressler and produced as a limited edition art multiple, the first Bomb Cat sold out years ago. Anthony Ausgang teamed up with Munky King last year to create more in different colorways, starting with the initial release at the Munky King booth at SDCC 2013. This latest colorway is going to be released on Munky Kings online store and is priced at $50 plus shipping. Limited to only 50 pieces, this Panic Pink Bomb Cat colorway features a silver colored chain and wick. These will probably sell quickly, so act fast.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Labbits - Meathead Toys

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Just in time for Valentine's Day, Meathead toys is offering up these one of a kind Chocolate COvered Strawberry 3.5" Labbits. They are only available for a limited time and each one is hand made as they are ordered. They are available for $30 on the Meathead toys website, but only until January 30. All orders are guaranteed delivered by February 7th and will com packaged in a red gift box. 

Shadoe Delgado Shadowlings mini figure series in stock and ready to ship

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Shadoe Delgado writes to us that his stock of his "Shadowlings" blindbox mini fiugure series is fully ready to ship, boxes and all. It's his first ever series of 10 figures. The figures were produced in lovely resin by We Are Not Toys and hand painted by Shadoe Delgado

Each figure stands roughly 3" tall and comes sealed in a nifty lil blindbox. The price is $35 individually or $300 for the full set of 10, saving you $50. These guys are available through Shadoedelgado.com, wearenottoys.net and tenacioustoys.com

SNEAK PEEK: Touma x Mark Nagata MaxxBots

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Just stumbled upon a discreet post by Mark Nagata (MaxToyCo) regarding the Maxxbots - a collab between Mark and Touma. Two extremely talented and fun toy designers that I really enjoy. I asked Mark for a bit more info and here's what he gave us:

The Maxxbot and Maxx Sentry figures were designed by Mark Nagata and sculpted by Makino-san of TTToys. Touma's Dark Robots were his design and also sculpted by Makino-san.

MaxToyCo has only released the glow Maxxbots in a Max Toy Lucky bag that came and went in December.

A more proper release in a different vinyl color will be coming soon, with fully painted one later down the road. 


For now, we have these images:



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