Merry Christmas, Everyone!

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The Ham-Ster by Mathias Bax

Peep WIPs of a new DIY-figure coming out from Germany, dubbed The HAM-STER ~ designed by architect Mathias Bax! The resin-cast figure will come in 2 styles: One with and one without movable arms, and will be made available for ca.10$ (plus delivery) in January 2010. Early requests can be emailed to: bax.architekten@arcor.de.

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Robotars Online Game Update

Heres another update for Jomike Tejido's Robotars [tagged] ~ specifically for the online game (which also gives us a look at the character in 2D-color / posted-above).

WHAT: The site has been semi-constructed and you will get to see more about Stsiryum Island, where Robotars came from. Click on the character link (that's the only one working now) and get to see what Sitsiryums are all about, and how they peacefully co-exist. Also meet the super evil KAIJU invaders here!


Play here: www.jmtejido.com/robotars ~ and don't forget to click the PLAY game link and do the simple task of planting a flower, and you can get to win free cute wallpapers, including an animated Robotar RT.

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Peaceday Dropcloth Images by ThreeA Toys & The Coming of XMAS02 (Dec 25-release)

And so ThreeA Toys' peaceday Dropcloth aka XMAS03 was made available online December 24th @ 9am HK time, and has since been sold out! And for those who missed out on the score, here are some snaps of the pink-ish-bot [CLICK THRU for more]. Meanwhile, do keep an eagle-eye out for the release of XMAS02 on December 25th 2009 @ 9am vi Bambalandstore.com [previously blogged] and is said to be a three-pack figure set with a SRP of US$120 (peep teaser below).



Source: 3A Forum (maaaan, I heart the forum)

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CE Prototype For CLEA 2010 (First Look)

TRE is proud to bring you an Exclusive first look at the WIP-prototype of "CE" ~ the mascot and official figurine toy for CLEA 2010 (Character & Licensing Expo Asia 2010 / tagged)! In addition to the figure-launch, there will also be a toy design contest held for local and international artists with this CE. The start date is scheduled for 7th January 2010! CLICK THRU for more pics, and *Stay Tuned for More Details on TOYSREVIL*




And here's the life-sized CE-Mascot at the Press Conference!

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Mui-Chan Version 2 (Hide and Seek) by IxTEE

IxTEE is proud to announce the availability if their brand new Mui-Chan Version 2 "HIDE and SEEK"! First seen on display at Taipei Toy Festival 2009, the wee slip of an adorable girl-dollie Mui-Chan is priced at HKD 2,200 (US$285) and now comes with:

01. a new skin tone (between Version 1's normal and tanned skin)
02. an exchangeable face (with two faceplates with different facial expression in one set)

In addition, there is also a Special Edition Mui-Chan Version 2 ~ which will come with one extra faceplate (with Version 1 facial expression). Priced at HKD 2,500, the Special Edition is limited to 25 sets only! To place an order or for inquiries, do email office@ixtee.com.

CLICK THRU for more Mui-Chan-pics!

(Cheers for the headsup, Siu Ding, and Merry Christmas!)






[Mui-Chan Facebook / Flickr Group]

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Additional Headsculpt for 1/6 King Leonidas Announced by Hot Toys

Now, this IS Sparta! Further to the regal closed-mouth 1/6 King Leonidas previously featured, Hot Toys has just announced an additional headsculpt to go with the package, an angry screaming Leonidas! (Is it me, or does he look a tad cross-eyed? Must be the angle of the photo...). CLICK THRU for another preview-pic!

HOTOTYS-PRESS: Have you decided to order the 300 - King Leonidas collectible figure? For those who have ordered it, gooooood news for you - we are now offering one more "SPARTA!!!" expression head sculpt in this collectible set! Definitely value-added! For those who are thinking about ordering? Quick do it now! --"SPAARTAAAAAAAA.....!!!"

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Terminator 2: T800 in 1/6 by Hot Toys

HOTTOYS-PRESS: The highly anticipated collectible of 2010 - the T800 from the Terminator 2 movie is coming soon to turn mission possible by protecting John Connor, the future leader of humanity in a 21st century war against machines! Let's see how John Connor and his protector survive on their own.

Arnold Is Back! Now these type of retro-releases would keep fans drooling for more, IMHO. You would've believed this was a real person, if not for the wrist-peg showing thru the sleeves ~ Well done, Hot Toys! CLICK THRU for another preview pic with T-800 in his signature shades! (Yes, I'd actually bought one replica for myself during the day LOL ~ hey, T2 was the best movie of the whole lot!)

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My Christmas Wish-List 2009

PRELUDE-DISCLAIMER: As of this post, tis already Christmas Eve (Singapore time), so do indulge me as I rattle-on with my own personal X'mas Wish List for 2009 (and not be accused of trawling for prezzies, because, hey, tis too late to expect any, innit? LOL) ~ CLICK THRU for the un-edited version (split into "Tech" and "Toys" ~ heh)

My Christmas Wish-List (Edited Version):

1) Battlestar Galactica Season 4.5 DVD Boxed Set (Pre-loved is fine).
2) A Macintosh / Apple Laptop.
3) iPhone (so I can do instantaneous event coverage with images).
4) A new Digital Camera (with impeccable macro-zoom facilities).
5) Free Comics (of my choice) for the rest of my natural-born-life. (TPBs also welcomed).
6) All the DIY-Blank art toys in the world, so I can custom-build my toy army.
7) The entire catalog/toy-collection of ThreeA Toys (all-scales, all-variants).
8) The entire Project Squadt collection (all variants).
9) Six-pack Abs on my own bod (but I'd gladly have a waistline instead).

And of course, Peace and Goodwill for all Humanity.

Christmas Wish-List (TECH):

01. A Mac Laptop.

02. iPhone (so I can do instantaneous event coverage with images).

03. A new digital camera (with impeccable macro-zoom facilities).

04. A new digital video camera compatible with a Mac (the recent one died a mysterious death, and guess who never send in the warranty? *sigh*).

05. A magical toy-making machine (where I scan in turnarounds and color-choices, and it spews out the toy figure at zero cost, utilizing recycled waste)

Christmas Wish-List (TOYS):

01. All the DIY-Blank art toys in the world, so I can custom-build my toy army.

02. All the 1/6th scale action figures I have and will ever desired (any and all brands/make).

03. The entire catalogue / toy-collection of ThreeA Toys (all-scales, all-variants).

04. The entire Project Squadt collection.

05. MISHKA YOKA

06. 1/6th-scaled chairs. I like chairs. Even toys need to sit down once in a while, ya know?

07. 1/6 Blade Runner

08. Brothersworker 1/6th-figures.

09. All the toys I blog about daily ... well, most of them anyways :p

*Never The End*

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Merry Chanukwanzmas from Dynomight NYC

The holidays are now in 3-D!
We hope all of you have a safe and amazing holiday season! :D
Best wishes!
J-R00, JBat, Bumrush and The Cthulhu Juice Crew
[Dynomight NYC]

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CLEA 2010: Character & Licensing Expo Asia 2010 (Thailand / 6-9 May)

The CHARACTER & LICENSING EXPO ASIA 2010 (CLEA 2010 / www.clea.asia) is an upcoming event in Thailand happening between 6th to 9th of May in 2010 @ the Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. Formerly known as the "Bangkok Toys & Comics Convention", the current incarnation is the inaugural Asia event for Character & Licensing Business cooperated and supported by Thai government and private organizations.

Organizer, Napat Phromphruk mentions: "(The) Thailand goverment issued "Creative Thailand" as a creative economy policy several months ago. They want to support our show as one of its projects (to) encourage (the) Character & Licensing business in Thailand and also for other countries, especially neighbour countries because we have many talents from creative part to developer and many various manufacturers."

CLICK THRU for the full-release and information, along with snaps from the event's Press Conference yesterday at the Thailand Ministry of Commerce!

TOYSREVIL has been graciously invited to be the event's "Official Blog" (tis my honor!) for which I will endeavor to bring you folks the excitement and activities happening on the ground! Thailand Here I Come!



CHARACTER & LICENSING EXPO ASIA 2010 @ SIAM PARAGON
Meet the first time ever "Character & Licensing" Expo in Thailand. The most impressive Asia event for Character & Licensing Business cooperated and supported by Thai government and private organizations.

New Business Opportunity
Nowadays, the cartoon characters provide a unique way for business in many industries, not only Comic books, Animations or games which they are always the main representatives, but also the licensing products such as toys, stationeries, house wares, and etc. The cartoon characters make value added and change the product positioning from just an ordinary product to become the Life Style Products, which always gain more profits.

Cartoon Character industry is one of the best country revenues sources in many countries such as USA, EU, Japan, and South Korea, making them over hundred billions US dollars per year

Thus, Cartoon Character business is one of the new strategic opportunities for Thailand and neighbor Asian countries. Moreover, Asian countries still have many potential talent peoples and many manufacturers, which have great production capabilities.

The show will cover all related business as a turnkey system under one roof. Exhibitors can be both sellers and buyers for completely business match from the designers’ original design to the factory’s finished products. Meanwhile, visitors can enjoy both participating exclusive exhibitions and shopping fabulous various products directly from the designers and licensers.

The exclusive exhibition located at the strategic pavilions such as:
- Thai Comics Fair
- Asian Comic Fest
- Creative Content Asia
- World Art Toy
- World Character Fest

Together, meet and greet with characters and designers from all over the world.



Show supported by Thailand government departments and related private organizations:

This is the first time ever cooperation from both Thailand government departments and related private organizations to establish cartoon character business in the Character & Licensing Expo Asia 2010 platform.

Thailand Government Departments:
Department of Intellectual Property
Department of Business Development
Department of Export Promotion
Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau
Software Industry Promotion Agency

Private Organizations:
Thai Cartoon Social Entrepreneur Network
The Thai Cartoon Association
Thai Cartoon Institute, Children Foundation
Thailand Animation and Computer Graphic Association
Bangkok Youth Association
Urban Rehabilitation Foundation
Thailand Media Social Enterprise
The Publishers & Book Sellers Association of Thailand
Thai Toy Industry Association
Thai Gifts Premiums & Decorative Association
Thai Housewares Trade Association
Thai Stationeries and Office Supplies Association
Thai Game Software Industry Association
Thailand Industrial Designers Society
The Thai Ceramic Society

The show is set on 6 – 9 May 2010 at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon for the first time while the Creative and Business meet up at Character & Licensing Expo Asia 2010 (CLEA2010)



ACTIVITIES IN 2010
The next activity scheduled includes the The CLEA Seminar & Conference on 7th January 2010 @ Royal Paragon, Siam Paragon. There are 2 sections for this seminar:

01. for business cluster: from 9.00 -12.00 The main guest speaker is Mr. Charles Riotto, LIMA president (LIMA is one of CLEA's official supporter)

02. for designer & education cluster: from 13.00 - 16.00

From this siminar, a custom toy contest will be launched for both local and international artists to participate. The finalist would be invited to join the CLEA2010 for the final battle contest.

For more information, please contact
Tel: 02-291-3052-3
Fax: 02-291-3054
Email: cleaasia@hotmail.com

Bangkok Event and Exhibition Co., Ltd. 2207 Viravan Building, Charoenkrung Road, Bangkorlaem, Bangkok 10120 Thailand
Telephone +662-291-3052-3 Fax: +662-291-3054

Press-Conference images via CLEA's Facebook-albums here / here / here

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Coco The Mischief Devil by Kaijin @ Lulubell

Lulubell Toy Bodega drops word of their pre-order availability of Kaijin's new "COCO" The Mischief Devil figures: Pink and Black (click on links to order). CLICK THRU for more snaps.

PRESS: From Kaijin's new exhibition at Stitch in Japan, which just opened, comes 2 new painted versions of "Coco", the mischief devil. Both are done up on a black vinyl base - 1 pink version & 2 black version are available. LTE of 50 on each of these, with very few making their way over to the US. ETA on these is January.

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Paul Shih: Skins on Infectious & Tee Discounts

Paul Shih-news just in time for the festive season: First up is Paul's Hollow Threat skins have just been released on Infectious.com (for laptops / iPhone & iPods). And from Paul himself comes a discount for tees!

Paul-adds: "I'd like to say a BIG thank you for everyone supported me in 2009! From December 25 to 31, All T-shirts from Paul Shih are 50% off! including ASTRONUTZ."

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Peaceday Dropcloth by ThreeA Toys To Drop December 24th

ThreeA Toys has updated a new release-schedule for their coming XMAS03 [blogged] figure; Dropcloth Peaceday aka Dirty Pink to this Thursday December 24th @ 9:00AM Hong Kong time ~ available online exclusively via Bambalandstore.com. FYI: The standard over-12" tall Dropcloth has a SRP of US$98 per [blogged].

Shown above-right is the previously posted preview close-up of the "Retailers Edition" figure, although tis not been ascertain if this is indeed the figure in question (Looking awesome nevertheless lol). Meanwhile, CLICK THRU for a look at the full-body reveal of another variant of Dropcloth.


[CLICK for previously posted images of Jungle Adventure Dropcloth]
Source: Gimbat-Tweet

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Mini Mr Toast by Dan Goodsell

Shown [L-R]: 11" tall MEGA Mr Toast, 7" tall Mr Toast and the brand new 4" Mini Mr Toast from Dan Goodsell! [First blogged in August]. The li'l bite-sized doll has a SRP of US$5 each and comes complete with a plastic backpack clip, and is currently distributed by DKE Toys. Great for toy-snacking nom nom nom! (And no, tis not really edible, but hella adorable).

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Adventure Kartel: Tommy Mission In Full by ThreeA Toys

ThreeA Toys updates their production-blog with a full-image of their upcoming 1/6-figure, TOMMY MISSION (tagged / the second figure from their Adventure Kartel line) ~ featuring a decidedly long frontal-fringe aka "emo"-hairstyle to complete the skinny-pants and hightop-chucks look [PEEP].

CLICK THRU for full-image.

(FYI: The image above has been photoshopped-brightened by myself) ... The hands resemble those of the Boiler Zombies tho ~ cool, but gloved would be uber-swell, IMHO.

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Playge Doctor's Cane WIPs by FERG

Further to the reveal of the Headsculpt-WIP of Playge's upcoming DOCTOR figure by FERG, here are a couple more WIPs featuring the Doctor's Cane! It will be a hidden sword cane (*cool*) and is to be finished in silver, with a "jewel" on top to be clear colored. Further details of the figure reveals that the same Project Squadt-body form will be utilized, with removable Playge Doctor Mask and separate hat.

Source: Collect and Destroy

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Copperhead Squadt White Edition Revealed (Kenny Wong x FERG)

COPPERHEAD SQUADT White Edition is revealed! Limited to 100 pcs, this is the last release of the Copperhead Squadts from Kenny Wong x FERG, and will tentatively see a release period between January and February 2010. *Stay tuned for updates*

FYI: Both Regular and Black Copperhead Squadts has since been sold out via store.projectsquadt.com [tagged]

Source: Collect and Destroy

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Little Trickers Gunmetal Edition To Launch In Singapore (Jan 2, 2010)

Since their display debut at STGCC in August, Touma's blind-boxed Little Trickers are now scheduled to launch at Play Imaginative's store at Iluma, Singapore on Saturday January 2nd, 2010. SRP is SGD$11.95 per blind box / SGD$191.20 per set of 16.

To celebrate the the event, limited sets of Little Trickers Gunmetal Edition have been specially produced (450 sets worldwide), and will be made available only at the launch (FYI: Only for the 3 hours between 8pm to 11pm, for each case of Little Trickers procured, you will be entitled to a case of the 12 x Gunmetal Edition Trickers). CLICK THRU for more Little Trickers-images.

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adidas Originals Death Star Superlaser Application & Wallpaper Images

PRESS: adidas Originals continues the introduction of the Star Wars collection by delivering a forceful announcement to the world through the mighty Death Star battle station. The adidas Originals Death Star Superlaser is an engaging application that gives users the chance to get in touch with their dark side directly from the control deck of the Death Star. [CLICK THRU for more]

And along with the online launch comes a series of wallpaper-images featuring Star Wars-themed footwear (photographed with iconic Star Wars figures)! CLICK THRU to view, or go direct to adidas.com to download your own.












PRESS-CONTINUES: "This two-way communication tool, integrating Google maps to sniff out locations, lets users target a street anywhere in the world, leaving their mark Originals style. By using Facebook Connect to launch the application users can have an even more personalized experience. The integration of Facebook Connect also streamlines sharing, making the tool a fun and interactive way to share the news of the launch of the collection with friends: www.adidas.com/originals/deathstar"

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Jumping Brains by Emilio Garcia x Toy2R: Colorways Revealed

Colorways for Emilio Garcia's JUMPING BRAINS 2" vinyl figure (with keychain attachment / tagged) by Toy2R has been revealed! Featuring 8 colors and a 9th "Mystery" figure ~ look for the blind-boxed series to drop tentatively by end of 2009 (Distributed in North America by Apex Tading Company ~ email theapex@apex-z.com).

Source: Lapolab-flickr

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Toy2R USA Website Goes Live

PRESS: Toy2R USA is pleased to ring in the holidays with the official website @ www.toy2rusa.com featuring a new Blog, Custom DIY Gallery, and a web store which will give collectors access to older and hard to find items as well as future exclusives and special releases.

As Toy2R celebrates its 15th Anniversary next year, this new site is the first in a series of monumental events commemorating this major milestone in 2010. With links tying its Twitter Page (@QEEBEAR) and newly launched Toy2R USA Facebook Page - fans and collectors will have more access to Toy2R than ever before. With just days left in 2009 - Toy2R wishes everyone the happiest of holidays and invites all to join the celebration! Join the QEEVOLUTION today!

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And The Winners For The Dr Freud and madness Contest Are ...

The "Dr Freud and madness" toy-design results are in, and congratulations to "Snooze" for the winning design! Also hearty-congrats to Monsta and Martin Holme for being the runners-up! [CLICK THRU to view their submissions] FYI: The designs were based on a template of Le Lab Toys' PLAYING ART platform figure, both regular sized and a mini-version.

Denis Debanne of Le Lab Toys (organizers of the contest / blogged) has this to share: "It's Snooze's design that is winning with a Dr Freud and his colorful madness. The set will be soon produced in a limited edition. Then arrive Monsta who is winning a special blank version of our toys and Martin Holm who receive a 20% discount on our website. Thank you everybody for participating, we've received lots of very interesting submissions. I wish you all happy holidays".

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Ganmetall Celsius Tribute Series 4: Char's ZAKU II by Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica

After the first reveal of the excellent Gundam RX78-2 custom-Celsius by Rotobox Vinyl Anatomica, the dynamic-toy-customizing-duo of Spencer and Stephen unleashes Char's ZAKU II MS065 in all it's glorious-pink-hawtness, in a limited edition of only 2 pieces!

The ZAKU II is Part 2 of their GANPLA Series / Ganmetall Celsius Tribute Series 4, and unfortunately for folks who are contemplating a purchase, their online shop shows that they have already been sold-out! Nevertheless, CLICK THRU for a closer look at the awesomeness!

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Season's Greetings from Toy2R, Triclops Studios, The Tarantulas & Argonaut Resins

CLICK THRU for Season's eGreetings from Toy2R,
Triclops Studios, The Tarantulas and Argonaut Resins
Happy Holidays From Argonaut Resins

[Argonaut Resins / argonautresins.bigcartel.com]

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year - See you in 2010!
[www.the-tarantulas.com / thetarantulas.bigcartel.com]
Seasonal Greetings from Triclops Studios

Seasonal Greetings from Triclops Towers,
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a even ' merrier ' New Year !
Forest friendly E-card attached... rave safe & don't play with yellow snow.
Peace, glad tidings & hopefully we'll catch you next decade!
Rob 'n Luc Clops
www.triclopsstudio.com
Happy Holidays from Toy2R

[Toy2R will be celebrating their 15th Anniversary throughout 2010]

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