GODAI Guardians Kaiju USB Figure Kickstarter Campaign

    Think about the crazy nonsense you have on your computer.  Now consider what people would think if you up and croaked and they had nothing but time to look through said computer and discover what a little deviant you were.  My laptop is filled with things about how my wife is trying to kill me, so if I ever turn up dead under suspicious circumstances she'll be the prime suspect.  It's like the ultimate final joke you can play on a loved one really.  

    "Oh, you laughed hysterically when you replaced all the music on the iPod with Justin Bieber? Well now you're on trial for my murder."  

     She might not think it's so bad though, because she really likes Law & Order.  

    But in all seriousness, there's stuff you don't necessarily want on your computer in case it gets stolen. Like your tax documents, or those weird videos you download from that server in Russia. You gotta keep that stuff secure, and what better way to do it then on a little Kaiju USB figure.

    There's a Kickstarter campaign going on to bring these little dudes to life.  If you like the idea of your important information being stored in the skull of a cute little monster, then you need to check out the site here and help get this project funded.  

Future Time Suck of the Week: Batman Arkham Knight

Ooooooooooh good Lord don't expect to hear from me the week this game comes out!!!!!!!!!!!

Micro MADL 3D Prints from MAD Available Now!

    3D printing blows my mind and it seems like everyday someone is finding a new use for it.  The other day I read about this thing they can put around your heart and make it beat forever.  We're THIS CLOSE to technology advancing so far that it causes the zombie apocalypse and all those people with bunkers and 20 years worth of canned goods in their backyards are actually seen as being reasonable.  

    But we're not here to talk about advances in medicine or preparing for the end times; we're here to talk about toys.  Thankfully some people are still using their 3D printers for sensible means, like producing little plastic figures.  MAD has shrunk down his famous MADL figure and has been working his printer overtime to produce these dudes.  Each toy is only 35mm tall and comes bagged with a signed header card.  You can own a piece of the future for only $15 by visiting http://www.madtoystore.com/.  

Autopsy Zombie Staple Baby Custom Show at Toy Art Gallery

    There are many moments I can look back on and pinpoint as those in which I knew I would marry my wife Sharon.  Like the fact that one of our first dates was spent gawking at the medical specimens that fill the Mutter Museum.  We fell in love amongst the wax models of syphilis and the eerie, cheshire grins of fetal skeletons.  But one thing I've never been a big fan of are the wet specimens; those floppy bits of tissue suspended in preserving solution.  I just imagine them breaking open and the only recourse being to burn everything that the gross liquid touches.  This goes double for the weird babies in jars, who sometimes bother me and other times I can look at with interest.  It really just depends on the mood I'm in when we happen to be at the museum.  

    I feel much the same about these Autopsy Babies from Miscreation Toys.  Some days they look interesting, others I just want to yell "KILL IT WITH FIRE".  Bizarre wouldn't even begin to describe them.  But if you're looking for a good time and the idea of plastic corpses tickles your fancy then may I suggest a trip to Toy Art Gallery this Saturday (March 8th) for their custom show featuring these little rotten tots.  The opening reception is from 7-10pm.

Marbled Resin Liliths from Death Cat Toys

     I would like to put forth a motion that all demon heads from now own be constructed of nekkid ladies.  And being that I am a cruel and evil dictator in my own little mind, the motion passes and is therefore law.  Anyone caught breaking the law will be condemned to cleaning all of the litter boxes in my house for the rest of their natural lives and longer if my amateur necromancy classes actually pay off.  I will raise your heathen butt from the dead in the name of a fresh smelling house, don't think I won't!

    I've shown you these Lilith figures from Death Cat Toys before, but never like this.  You see, they enlisted the talents of DuBose Art to create these marbled resin editions that are beyond stunning.  Only a few are left for you to purchase so you need to head over to http://Deathcattoys.bigcartel.com/ and snag one before they're gone.  

Jesse Hernandez x Hydro74 Death Serpent Kidrobot Exclusive and Signing

    This dude does not look like he's down to negotiate.  If you were out in the desert trying to find yourself before you went off to college and you see something like this you can kiss your dreams of academic achievement and frat parties goodbye.  This guy wants to take your soul and put it in a used jelly jar in his basement.  Then he'll probably decorate his house with your bones to impress the ladies.  Whose souls he will also take, but that's besides the point.  This is one bad looking dude.

   Jesse Hernandez and Kuso Vinyl created the original Death Serpent figure but evidently decided he didn't look nearly menacing enough.  So they enlisted the help of Hydro74 to sprinkle some extra evil on him and this is the result.  This ghost edition of the figure is limited to 150 pieces and an exclusive to Kidrobot.  If you're lucky enough to live in the San Francisco area you can hang out with Jesse and get this toy on Saturday when he does a signing at the Kidrobot store there.  All the info you need is in the picture.  I do warn you though, that the rest of your toys may feel slightly inadequate next to this guy.  

March Releases from Cometdebris

    You know what I'm sick of?  Winter.  Are we on that Game of Thrones 8 year long Winter cycle?  It wouldn't be as bad if it would just stop snowing.  I really could do without the constant reminders of how out of shape I am and how I will never be a wrestler in the WWE.  Winter is the crusher of dreams.  

    These dudes from Cometdebris remind me of warmer weather,  with their bright colors and smiling faces.  And I deserve a treat for freeing our vehicles from their icy tombs.  On multiple occasions. 

    All three of these guys will be available this Saturday, March 8th, at 8pm Pacific time from http://www.cometdebris.com/.  

Mardivale Dunny Hyper Series from Kidrobot Releases Tomorrow

    Tomorrow is Fat Tuesday, which you could spend getting blackout drunk and showing your knick-knacks to strangers for cheap beads, or you could instead buy toys and stay out of our prison system.  Decisions, decisions.

    Kidrobot is releasing their newest Dunny Series tomorrow featuring the work of Andrew Bell and Scribe.  Go out, get some blind boxes, and stay in the comfort of your own home where the police are less likely to show up because of your stupid behavior.  Trust me, I'm an expert on clandestine stupid behavior.  

New Exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Figure Sets

    Options.  We all love them.  Sometimes we love them too much and that puts us into a financial bind because we can't just choose one of something when every option is equally as appealing.  Luckily for you, these S.U.C.K.L.E. sets are inexpensive so you won't have too much guilt after you buy them all.  Toy Art Gallery has the clear red ones and Suburban Vinyl has the clear green.  For $20 a can you can't go wrong!!

Custom Toy of The Week: Evilos

    I know I haven't really been keeping up with my "Custom Toy of the Week" posts, but its because there is just soooooooooooooooo much out there I can't really keep up.  Sure, I could post just quick snippets about everything I see, but that is too impersonal for me and insulting to someone's hard work. So I wait patiently like a hungry cobra, and strike out from the weeds when I see something particularly tasty. 

    Dinner is served with this custom Android from Evilos.  Just look at this thing.  He took one of those giant new figures and turned him into everyone's favorite droid.  And this doesn't just sport an amazing paint job, as R2 also lights up and makes sound that you control with an included remote.  And it's the first ever Mega Android figure to be customized.  And you could own this thing right now. It is listed on eBay as we speak and as of this post has 9 days left before the auction ends.  Currently the bid is up to $530, but you have a fat tax return coming your way and this is the ultimate, one of a kind, Star Wars collectible.  To place your bid click here.  

New Marvel Labbits from Kidrobot Out Now!

    I have the uber official Kidrobot catalog on my desk as I type this and it says that these dudes weren't due to release until the second week of March.  But then Kidrobot was like "psyche, we do what we want" and released them early so you can get them all right this second!  You got the second series of blind boxed Marvel Labbits as pictured above, and the newest 7 inch Labbits in Ghost Rider and Deadpool.  Don't worry yourself with silly dilemmas like which one is your favorite because you know you love them all equally and want to give them a good home.  Buy now, pay credit card bills when they go to collections.  

New Releases from The Mark Ultra

    You know what you need in your life?  Ok, keep it PG ya weirdos.  You need some sweet bootleg action figures.  You know where to get them?  Tonight from The Mark Ultra!!!  See how easy I make it for you to part with your money?  I'm like the little devil on your shoulder telling you to do bad things, like push your sister's boyfriend into traffic.  But buying toys carries a way shorter prison sentence and you'll feel a tad less guilty.  

    You can get all the dudes you see here at 8pm Eastern time from http://Themarkultra.com/ for only $20 each, which is cheaper than taking a date to Applebees.  You know that girl always orders an appetizer when you're trying to eat on a budget.  

Toy Fair 2014: Dark Horse

    If you're a fan of Game of Thrones (which why wouldn't you be) then this year is gonna be an expensive one for you because their merchandise packed this year's Toy Fair.  Most of the stuff consisted of action figures, which of course I like, but it is nice to see some different stuff available too. Not everyone is as lucky as I am to have a spouse who is not only supportive of my addictions (all healthy mind you) but is an active participant.  Which is why it was refreshing to see what Dark Horse had on display, as it allows you to scratch that collecting itch without having to hide your toys in the basement.  

     They do have a line of figures out as well, but items such as this snow globe and the map with the markers of the different factions allow you to fill your house with your obsession without having to be lectured about acting like a kid.  Not that that's ever bothered me, but sometimes you do have to class the joint up a bit, and this is the perfect way to do it while still waiving your fan flag.  Look for these and more coming out in March.

WWR Evol Marquis De Plume from 3A

    Holy crap.  Like for real, holy crap.  How else do you describe something that looks this amazing?  This dude looks like he stepped off of a Hollywood movie set.  He looks like a post apocalyptic Boba Fett.  

    Of course this is the work of 3A, because no one else is making toys that come anywhere close to this.  For those of you that are fans and collectors of their work you already know what to expect when it comes to their figures, but for any of you new to this line, you may have just found your latest obsession.  One of my favorite things about what they make is the weathering that they achieve.   The clothes are appropriately worn out and soiled, while the metal elements feature the patina of age and use.  

    This WWR Evol Marquis De Plume looks like a man with a mission and a history that would make you cringe if you heard him tell it.  Buy one for yourself and stare at it endlessly when they go on sale Friday, February 28th at 9:00am Hong Kong time.  There are a couple of different options to pick from starting at $130.  Hurry and sell of the rest of the crap you own so you can start collecting these guys.  

http://www.bambalandstore.com/

Orange Creamsicle Heathrow from Frank Kozik

    You wanna see something cute?  Oh, I guess I should have asked you that before I posted the picture.  Well, no you've already seen it and the surprise is ruined.  Also, if someone ever asks you if you want to see something cute on the internet you should be suspicious and not click on any links because most likely you will see something disgusting that you will never be able to scrub clean from your brain.  There's some really twisted stuff out there and I know this cause I've seen most of it.  Many moons ago I used to work at a radio station and we had unfiltered access to the internet.  Most days were pretty boring so we would all try to find the grossest thing we could and put it as the background on all of the sales people's computers.  If you haven't been an HR nightmare at one of your jobs, you just don't understand how to be employed. 

   Back to actual cuteness.  It's Heathrow from Frank Kozik!!!!  This time he's made out of pure Japanese sofubi and hand painted for your pleasure.  There are 50 of these little dudes just waiting to be mailed to you after they go on sale tomorrow (February 26th) at 2pm Pacific time for the bargain price of $40.  Though I don't have $40 right now cause these cats are eating me out of house and home.  Kozik needs a layaway plan.

www.frankkozik.net

Young Gohst Party Favors Edition from Ferg x Grody Shogun

    Sure you've seen toys that glow in the dark.  That's pretty much old hat.  But how many of your toys could you freak out on with the lights out and crazy techno music blasting through your stereo?  Do people even have stereos still, or does everyone just use a docking station for their iPod?  Man, I used to have a killer stereo system in a big glass and pressboard cabinet with two 4 foot tall speakers on either side.  That was how you let everyone know you were a boss.  Now all that stuff can literally fit in a lunchbox, but nothing is like having an entire section of a room devoted to sound equipment.  You kids don't know what you're missing.  And get off my lawn!!!!!

    This version of Ferg and Grody Shogun's Young Gohst features a mini strobe light that will keep the party going/induce seizures.  He goes on sale today (February 24th) at noon Central time from http://www.playge.net/store.

Toy Fair 2014: The Loyal Subjects

    The Loyal Subjects had a swanky booth at this year's Toy Fair and it was filled with all of the blind box series they have coming out this year.  Who would have ever thought to have Mr. Potato Head mini figures?  It sounds absurd, but when you see one in person the first thing you want to do is pick it up and move all the pieces around.  They are also making a Power Rangers blind box set that is articulated and features removable helmets, but I didn't get to see those as they didn't make it in shipping until the day after I was there.

    

   And of course they're continuing their ever popular GI Joe and Transformers lines with new blind boxes and blister carded figures.  The series look awesome and are actually a little bigger than the previous ones, so you're getting more toy for the money.

    I know you want this Ultra Magnus figure.  I can just tell.  And you're in luck because he is up for sale right now at https://www.theloyalsubjects.com/.

Toy Fair 2014: 3A

    I'll be the first to admit:  I don't really know a lot about 3A.  What I do know is that I love to look at their work and am on the fast track to schooling myself about them.  Their booth at this year's Toy Fair was by far the most stunning, as it felt like wandering through a museum exhibit more than cases full of toys that you could actually own.  There stuff is beautiful and a bit haunting.  I was really trying to reign in the focus of my collecting, but seeing these in person makes me want buy everything they make.  Browse these pictures while I go and apply for more credit cards.  

    I love their take on these classic Marvel characters.  How cool would it be to have a series of comics made with this style?

Bearded Labbits Galore from Frank Kozik x Kidrobot

    These Labbits are supposed to be hipsters, but that term makes me think angry thoughts.  All I can picture is some dude sitting outside of a Starbucks, writing his post-ironic novel about a beekeeper who raises hives on a Brooklyn rooftop.  He sits at his little table, pecking away on a twenty pound typewriter that he lugged 10 blocks just to make his writing experience more "authentic."  Before he left the house he spent three days breaking open BIC pens and soaking the ancient ribbon in their ink, because you know, office supply stores are too mainstream to carry antique refills.  When he's not working on his tome he can be found pretending to be an outdoorsman by taking photos of himself in the woods, staring deeply at the laces of his shoes as a statement of consumerism and how Ralph Waldo Emerson has inspired his every move since, I dunno, birth.  If you're lucky he will pose in a tree with his favorite Smiths record on vinyl.  Hipsters anger me.  But it's just the dudes really, cause hipster girls are always pretty cute.  You keep doing what you're doing ladies.  

   I prefer to think of these Labbits from Frank Kozik and Kidrobot as the type of bearded bros who would go to a Mastodon show and make their own taxidermy with things they found along the road after watching an instructional video online.  These are the bros that as kids were building ramps to jump anything they could find in their garage with wheels, not keeping dream journals and wearing tight pants that make them hobble like the early onset of polio.  

   These suckers come in a plethora of sizes, from huge enough to double as a new pillow to small enough to carry around in your shirt pocket.  Pick the one you want or go for the blind box series and add some surprise to your life that doesn't involve a pregnancy test.  You can get them wherever you like to buy your toys or you can get some signed this afternoon by Frank himself by visiting www.frankkozik.net. 

DeKorner Exclusive S.U.C.K.L.E Set and Bundle Deal

    Let's hold a vote.  Let's all vote that no toy line will ever be named any version of M.U.S.C.L.E ever again.  Not that I don't appreciate the tribute to the classic line of little wrestling dudes, but it's a pain in the rear to type that.  I try not to involve myself with the caps lock key because it only leads to trouble, yet that is the only sensible way to not be driven mad while forming such a word.  Now, on to business.

   Other than the pain it is to type their brand name (read it in the title if you want to know it, you can't make me revisit my pain) I have a good amount of love for these figures.  How can you not love a roll of toilet paper with legs?   And they come in a plastic trash can.  This yellow edition is limited to 80 such cans and an exclusive to DeKorner.  Get em now for $19.95.

    But wait, what if you're new to this world of mini figures and you need to get a few arch enemies for these guys to battle with while you're in the bath tub (stop judging me)?  Then you need a bundle deal, son!  For $10.04 more you can get this Bunnywith figure from Alex Pardee:

   

And a set of OMFG Series 3:

    Is that an angry juice box?  You bet it is!  And as a bonus they'll throw in a Pocket Hose for FREE!

(Pocket Hose not included)

   Visit http://www.dekornerstore.com/ where operators are standing by to take your order.