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Jul 13, 2010
David Choe – Munko @ SDCC
We first brought you pics of David Choe’s Munko figure back in April (proto shown above) during his recent LA solo show. The blind-box mini series featuring his signature whale character will debut at Giant Robot’s SDCC booth (#1729). Munko has graced countless walls, paintings, and even the “banks” of the LA River. There are twelve designs in all (display case = full set) with 3 different sculpts – one with legs, one without, and a girl Munko with a bow. David will be signing at the GR booth on Thursday and Friday from 12-2 in support of both the Munko release and his new self-titled art book.
The photos after the jump are from David Choe’s blog and are not work safe. They are quintessential Choe featuring his whale and a very naked porn star. So far these are the best pictures on the ‘net featuring the nicely textured paints jobs as well as the best look at the female Munko. That’s our story and we’re sticking to it.
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Giant Robot – Big Boss Robot
First seen in proto form back at the 2nd Giant Robot Biennale back in October, Giant Robot’s Big Boss Robot blind-box minis from Good Smile are set to debut in their SDCC booth (#1729). Featuring their official mascot, Giant Robot’s first original figure features several points of articulations and removable limbs for mix+match fun. There are a dozen designs in all – eleven solid colors + the camouflage edition. To make things simple for collectors, a display box of 12 features the entire set. If you buy a full set at SDCC, you’ll also receive a bonus limited-edition printed gift bag. Be sure to watch the promo video featuring stop-motion sequences created by GR co-founder Eric Nakamura.
Kidrobot @ SDCC – Huck Gee, Ron English, Shawnimals & More
Kidrobot has unveiled their SDCC plans with releases/signings planned for each of the five days (Wednesday – Sunday). The varied schedule features a dose of collector favorites (Huck Gee, Ron English, Sket One, and Shawnimals) as well as plenty of pop culture (Simpsons and Yo Gabba Gabba). In addition to toys, Paul Budnitz will be on-hand to sign pre-release copies of the new I am Plastic Too book. Here’s a few thoughts on the releases that caught our eye followed by a full rundown.
In our opinion the headline release is the mystery SDCC exclusive toy drop (Saturday) from Huck Gee which by the silhouette looks like a Skullhead ?Dunny? with the full bones sculpt as opposed to the OG design.
Following the apparent skull theme (hey work with us, here) there’s Ron English’s KR exclusive Figment bust on Thursday (20 pcs, $200). Based on Ron’s original series of paintings featuring the skull of Andy Warhol. In response to Warhol’s expressed desire for a blank tombstone, English feels an inscription of “Figment” would be an apt send off.
Preview night (hey we’re going backwards…) brings the pre-release of the new Shawnimals Ninjatown minis (very nice) and what looks to be a 3” “Super Special Dunny” pre-release which appears to be a Sketchup design from Sket One, whether it’s the OG from the upcoming Dunny 2010 (August) or a special edition is unknown. The pre-release label makes us think that this design will be featured in the blind-box series.
Wednesday, July 21st
6” Lard Lad (Simpsons) Pre-release (150 available, $45)
3” DJ Lance Dunny (Yo Gabba Gabba) Pre-release ($11, signing on Sunday)
3” Super Special Dunny Pre-Release (Sket-One Sketchup ?)
Thursday, July 22nd
[11 AM-12 PM] Ron English signing : Kidrobot Exclusive ‘Figment’ Bust (20 pieces, $200).
[1-3 PM] Shawnimals signing : Ninjatown vinyl minis ($9) and KR exclusive Yeti Ninja Plush (50 pieces, $45).
Friday, July 23rd
[1-3 PM] Paul Budnitz Signing : I Am Plastic Too book pre-release (50 avail, $50)
Saturday, July 24th
[1-3 PM] Huck Gee Signing : “mystery” SDCC Exclusive release.
Sunday, July 25th
[12-2 PM] Yo Gabba Gabba’s DJ Lance Rock : 3” DJ Lance Dunny ($11)
Chapter One: The Confrontation – Rohby vs. Phuek (7.30)
Rohby and PhuEk are both at the tops of their game, creating excellent mechanized toy customs. In their quest for domination, both artists are busy creating an army of customs which will be pitted head to head in their upcoming joint show, Chapter One: The Confrontation – Rohby vs. Phuek, opening on July 30th @ myplasticheartnyc.
As seen on his two blogs, PhuEk is hard at work creating his fearsome minions. He’s enlisted Munnys which he has begun to transform (check out the tubing and added details). Since soliders alone are not sufficient, he’s also building custom treaded vehicles from cardboard. Check out his war preparation efforts after the jump.
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Ferg – Retail Edition K11 Gohst S1 and Spot S1
Ferg’s new K11 SQUADT companions keep comin’ from Jamungo. Yesterday,the Midnight Spike and Spot set dropped. Now here’s a look at the Retail Edition Gosht S1 and Spot S1 K11s (a set, we assume). As with the Midnight edition, these 4” puppies are geared up with sweaters, modular harness with removable pouches, and removable “helmets”. These will look great alongside the OG Gosht SQUADT 001. Look for them soon at your favorite shp.
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BxH x Dissizit – LA Hands at SDCC
Slick’s signature ‘LA’ Hands imagery is making the jump to vinyl with a crossover, celebrating none other than one of the original vinyl pioneers – Bounty Hunter.Limited to just 50 pieces, this in-demand piece will drop on Saturday (7.24) at SDCC from the Dissizit booth (20 pieces, 30 are reserved for BxH)]. In addition to the BxH crossover, Dissizit will also release the Gold Finger edition (100 pcs) on Friday (7.23) [Seen on Dissizit and La Hands].
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