During mastermind Japan’s runway show at Versus Tokyo, they created as mall run of these rather cute Skull Kid plush toys that were distributed to lucky people in attendance at the event. Well, some were produces for retail and here is a look at them. Zozo has a small run of them, so head over there if you would like to pick one up.

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MAD Magazine will be turning 60 and to celebrate the momentous occasion, this amazing set of collectible action figures will be released. Called the Just-Us League of Stupid Heroes, we see the iconic Alfred E. Neuman under the guise of some other highly recognizable characters. The face of MAD dons the attire of Superman, Batman, Robin, Wonder Woman, the Joker and other DC Comics characters. The 6″ figures will be dropping on April 4, 2012 and they will be available at DC Direct.

Take a closer look after the jump.

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With the help of Kidrobot, the creator of The Simpsons, Matt Groening, is seen for the first time in toy form. This 6″ tall vinyl toy release coincides with The Simpsons’ 500th episode that is set to air in February, hitting retail on February 9, 2012 for $50.00.

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Here’s a closer look at the OriginalFake x Medicom Toy KAWS PARTNERS figure that hits retail on January 28, 2012. In this latest release, artist KAWS aka Brian Donnelly created a toy version of himself standing alongside his most well-known creation, the Companion – a scene reminiscent of the statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse at Disney World, Florida. Find the KAWS version at colette and other select accounts.

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Fred Perry celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2012. For the occasion the British brand got together with Medicom on a special edition version of their Bearbrick toy. The toy comes in a classic Fred perry look and will release early February 2012.

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Later this month, A Bathing Ape will be releasing a new series of 100% Bearbrick toys in collaboration with Medicom. The Bearbricks will come in three classic camouflage colorways of the Japanese brand. A drop is scheduled for January 28th, 2012.

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We take a first look at the upcoming Ron English ‘Fat Tony’ vinyl toy. After popping up in a “quick-strike guerilla campaign decrying the high sugar content in children’s cereal, Ron English’s ‘Fat Tony’ is about to make his way from the parody cereal box to the art toy shelf.”

First Fat Tony will come in the above OG edition, limited to 500 pieces with smaller editions to follow soon after. We will of course keep you posted. (Via Vinylpulse)

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Medicom Toy and Kaws have unveiled their latest Original Fake figure. The toy depicts the artist himself standing over a cowering Companion, both of whom appear to be cast in bronze. Bow down. Available Saturday January 28, 2012 for approximately $190 USD.

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CLOT will launch a 1000% size 3-eyed Mickey Mouse Bearbrick toy on January 27, 2012. A must have for collectors. See the video below for their story on how Mickey came to possess a third eye.

Click here to view the embedded video.

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Hot Toys has something great in store for later this year with their 1/6th scale Batmobile from The Dark Knight. This thing appears to be spot on, and as you can see from the highly detailed design that would make Batman’s goods supplier, Lucius Fox, proud. This appears to be releasing sometime during the second quarter of the year, so be on the lookout. Hopefully, we can bring you more news in regards to the release as the time nears.

Take a further look after the jump.

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Celebrating the new Year of the Dragon, CLOT has teamed up with MINDstyle on a new Mickey Mouse vinyl toy. The ‘Mickey Silk’ sees the iconic Disney character stand in its usual pose, while wearing a signature CLOT silk top. Further branding of the collaboration has been placed on the bottom of the feet of the toy.

The 7 Inch figure will see an official release on January 20th, 2012.

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To mark the opening of next month’s Star Wars Miniland at Legoland Windsor, some UK Legomasters created a series of Star Wars Lego miniatures invading London. Now that’s good promo.

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National Geographic’s Ultimate Factories show had the chance to visit one of the most iconic toy companies in all of history when they checked out the Lego factory in Billund, Denmark. We envy this opportunity and until Lego comes knocking, we will have to be content with this episode of the show. It airs on January 21 on Nat Geo.

Take a look at some photos from Lego after the jump.

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Coming with the February 2012 issue of Japan’s Sense Magazine is the above Bape x mastermind JAPAN 100% Bearbrick by Medicom. The toy comes in matte black with metallic gold branding. Certainly one of the better gifts to come with a magazine we would say.

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Artist David Flores has been busy lately. Today we get a first look at his upcoming 10″ vinyl figure. Entitled ‘Deathead’, the toy is a “reinterpretation of Mickey melded with Totenkopf symbol utilized by the Prussian army during the time of Frederick the Great will be produced by Bic Plastics and reportedly come in five colorways.”

The artist stays 100% true to his signature segmented style with the vinyl toy. A release date has not been announced yet, but we will of course keep you posted.

A full look at the toy follows after the jump.

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Well, this comes with no surprise. Inicons presents a 1:6 scale Steve Jobs Action Figure. The late Apple founder and CEO is presented in his usual outfit, including a pair of jeans, black pullover and of course New Balance sneakers. They went as far as presenting the man in his most iconic poses, on stage, presenting the latest Apple product. Priced at 100 USD, the figure is moving really fast, at least until the Jobs family decides to send a a cease and desist letter to the manufacturers.

Take a detailed look at mini Steve Jobs after the jump.

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Similar to their collaboration with artist Kaws, Undercover presents a plush toy version of their trademark Teddy Bear. Coming in overall 5 color variations, the plush toy teddy bear is now in stock at Undercover stores.

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Medicom presents yet another special 400% Bearbrick for the holiday season. When they venture outside of their usual materials, we believe the most interesting toys come out. That is exactly what happened here – they produced a dry carbon version of the iconic toy. The toy is formed with lots of pressure out of one piece of material, making it hard to produce and of course expensive. The Dry Carbon 400% Bearbrick will sell for 1900 USD.

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Here is a little preview of an upcoming collaboration between Bape, Medicom Toy and mastermind JAPAN for BlackSense Market next year. The three teamed up on a black 100% Bearbrick toy, featuring logo placements of both Japanese brands in gold. We will of course keep you posted on the release.

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“The idea behind the Benny Gold Be@rbrick is based on the iconic fog that blankets San Francisco. The bright red head and ears of the toy represent the iconic Golden Gate Bridge peaking up out of the fog—one of the many picture-perfect scenes that make San Francisco such an amazing place.” Available at Benny Gold at the end of the month.

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