Lucha Sharks!

Things are about to kick into overdrive for my latest toy project, The Lucha Sharks! You probably know all about the figures by now, but you might not necessarily know exactly how those beer loving anthropomorphic Luchadors fit into the Galaxxorverse. You could even call Lucha Sharks a "spinnoff". Indeed it is truly the Family Matters to Galaxxor's Perfect Strangers.

 

Following General Gorgax's conquering of Xanthos and assembly of his Cyborg Space Barbarian retinue, he amassed The Evil Mutant Legion as his army of intergalactic domination. Of the warriors of The Evil Mutant Legion, none was more fierce and powerful than Tiburonicus, The Bloodthirsty Berzerker Sharkman. Following the conquest of numerous solar systems, Tiburonicus was finally brought to justice by Galaxxor 003 and taken back to his home planet, Hive World X-544.

Universally renowned for their love of gladiatorial combat, the people of X-544 called out for the infamous berzerker to be thrown into the combat pits to fight for their entertainment. Rising to stardom on X-544, Tiburonicus made short work of every opponent he faced, as well as most of the pit staff and a good deal of the fans in the crowd. Following his rapid rise to fame, Tiburonicus was quickly banished to an underground cell laboratory.

Years later, clones of Tiburonicus returned to the gladiatorial pits, this time, they were equipped with Luchatronic helmets. These helmets kept the killer instinct and super strength of the Sharkmen clones intact but replaced the extreme berzerker bloodlust of their gene father with a keen instinct for solving mysteries and an insatiable appetite for hotwings and beer.

Be sure to keep up on all of the latest and greatest Lucha Sharks news at The Official Lucha Sharks Blog!

Mini Galaxxors from The Godbeast!

 

The wait is finally over!
You can finally get your hands on these awesome little 2" Galaxxor mini figures by The Godbeast. Based upon the original Galaxxor design by yours truly, this figure was expertly sculpted in the popular mini figure scale and style by TGB and will be available in a brilliant variety of resin colors and effects.
But here's the best part- these guys are only $20!!!
So get one, get two, get ten! Buy one for everyone on your Holiday gift list! Buy one for me!
To get your hands on your very own Mini Galaxxor or Mini Galaxxors, head over to this thread at the October Toys forums or the TGB blog and hit up Marty!

We are Standing at the Edge of Time...

Well, a whole bunch of sci-fi cosmic wheels are in motion behind the scenes in the world of Galaxxor business, and I thought it was probably a good idea to do some sort of an update as to what all of that spinning will be resulting in. First of all, NYCC was a smashing success! The Galaxxor 010 came out magnificently, thanks to a stunning new head sculpt by Matt Doughty (I think that Doughty guy might have a really promising future in toy design!). The Infernicuses(?) and 010's all have found their way to their new homes and the Galaxxor Online Store is currently all sold out. The generosity and hospitality of the Onell/Rawshark gang at NYCC was something that will truly inspire me and motivate me for years to come. The comradery was beyond incredible at that booth. I had the pleasure of spending time with so many fiends and heroes at NYCC that I couldn't even begin to list them all.

Speaking of comradery, The Godbeast and I had some time to have a few beers and chat about the future. Out of those talks came the idea to produce a 2" scale Galaxxor mini figure. So, TGB has gone ahead and sculpted the iconic Monster Hunter Robo in mini figure style and will be the main avenue through which to purchase said mini figures. I do plan to have an exclusive colorway or two over in my shop as well, though. Plan on these little beasts to start dropping by late Novemberish. This is all very exciting, beacuse it's sort of the first officially licensed piece of Galaxxor merchandise. Keep your eyes peeled for lunch boxes, t shirts and massage oils!

About the same time, you should see my first figure from The Lucha Sharks, El Tiberon! TGB and I decided to go with articulation at the shoulders and a sculpted on luchador mask. The molds are being made and the initial prototype of  El Tiberon should be popping up soon after that. I plan to handle Lucha sharks a bit differently, in the sense that I'm going to open up 10 preorder slots and then produce that edition once those slots are filled. This should hopefully allow more collectors a chance to get their hands on my figures. If that works out well, I plan to extend that preorder method to all of my future figures.

I was lucky enough to be able to lend a tiny bit of help with the design of my friend Lee(of BigMan Toys fame)'s awesome Treegar figure. I can't believe how cool that thing came out! Well, I'm also very proud to announce that I'm going to have the pleasure of releasing my own run of Treegar: Psychedlic Nightmare Edition! It's going to be highly tripped out. Stay tuned!

I'm also really happy to report that sculpting has kicked back into high gear on Xenotron. All that I'm really doing is refining some curves and cleaning up some shapes. However, approaching the figure from a fresh angle has really reignited my enthusiasm for the design. I think that I was mistakenly looking at it as a companion piece to Galaxxor in the past when, in actuallity, it's an evolution in the design aesthetic. In many ways, I'm getting the feeling that Xenotron is simplifying some facets of the Galaxxor look, while simultaneously pushing the boundaries of other concepts.
I also decided that he needed a slightly bigger "package".

Finally, it's time to start looking forward to C2E2. I'm in the process of assembling a team of artists working in the 5.5"-style format for a set of exclusives that will put this scene on the map.
The Phalanx is coming!

Onell Design x Galaxxor Crossover Galaxxor 010 for NYCC

I am  happy to announce that I have once again had the honor of collaborating with a designer who's artistic vision never ceases to amaze me, Matt Doughty of Onell Design. Matt did an amazing job on the head sculpt of this next iteration of the Monster Hunter Robo.

And you can get your hands on one of your very own, tomorrow through Thursday at New York Comic Con. The Godbeast and I will be at Onell's booth #3216 in The Block from 6-9pm on Thursday, 1-4pm on Friday and 1-4pm on Saturday.

This classic 5.5" action figure-style resin art toy features a body that was sculpted by Ben Spencer and hand cast in resin by The Godbeast as well as a head that was sculpted by Matt Doughty. Additionally, the figure was painted by Matt Doughty. Galaxxor 010 features 3 points of articulation and comes packed in a traditional bag and header style with exclusive header card art Ben Spencer. This figure is limited to an edition of 5 for NYCC.

Galaxxor 010 will be $125 each and available exclusively at booth #3216.

Cyborg Space Barbarian Infernicus Drops at NYCC!

Perhaps the most feared of General Gorgax's elite cadre of Cyborg Space Barbarians is Infernicus, Dark Champion of the Elemental Flame! This Cyborg Space Barbarian figure consists of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty "The Godbeast" Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universe figures that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer.  This figure is limited to an edition of 6 and will never be produced in this colorway ever again. All 6 Infernicus figures will feature a horned helmet with scarred left eye, The Cloak of Flame and The Infernal Jewel of Kozzuth.

 

Infernicus will be available for $60 each at Onell Design's booth #3216 in The Block at NYCC, beginning 10.11.12.

Stay tuned for another announcement about the second exclusive, a Galaxxor with a new head sculpted by Onell Design's Matt Doughty!

Fröstkron Drops 07.30.12 @ Noon CDT

 

The champion of General Gorgax's elite cadre of Cyborg Space Barbarians is Fröstkron, Scourge of the Frozen Xanthic Wastes! This Cyborg Space Barbarian figure consists of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty "The Godbeast" Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universe figures that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer.  This figure is limited to an edition of 5 and will never be produced in this colorway ever again. All 5 Fröstkron figures will feature a horned helmet, the fur pelt of Fenros the slain Ice Gnoll Warlord and the enchanted jewel of Ragnor.

 

Fröstkron will be available for $55 each on 07.30.12 at noon CDT, exclusively from The Galaxxor Online Store.

No actual Xanthic Ice Gnolls were harmed in the making of this toy.

You also might want to check out my latest Galaxxorverse project, Lucha Sharks!

General Gorgax Conquers Earth 06.01.12 at Noon CDT

 

From the his labyrinthine fortress on the lost planet of Xanthos, comes the ruthless leader of the dreaded Evil Mutant Legion, the dark champion of the elite Cyborg Space Barbarians, the fallen master of the Omega Powers, the obsidian horned arch nemesis of Galaxxor, General Gorgax! This classic 5.5" action figure-style resin art toy was sculpted by Ben Spencer, hand cast in resin by The Godbeast and painted by Ben Spencer. General Gorgax features 2 points of articulation and comes packed in a traditional bag and header style with exclusive header card art Ben Spencer. This figure is limited to an edition of 5 and will never be produced in this colorway ever again.

 

General Gorgax will be available for $90 each on 06.01.12 at noon CDT, exclusively from The Galaxxor Online Store.

Ben Spencer is not responsible if General Gorgax destroys all of your other toys.

Behold, Gorgax!

 

I'd like to thank everyone who came out and visited my friends and I at the Nerd City booth last weekend at C2E2. Your support means so much to us! You guys snatched up all of the Cyborg Space Barbarians that I had to offer and got a sneak preview of this prototype of my next figure, Galaxxor's arch nemesis, General Gorgax!

As I stated above, this is the prototype, so there might be minor tweaks. But, I think I'm going to stick with the gloss glitter black/ matte black/ neon green color scheme. These guys will be in an edition of five and pricing and drop date are tba. However, I'm thinking that these figures will be closer in cost to Galaxxors and will probably drop in about a month. 

Apologies to those of you who missed out on the first waves of Cyborg Space Barbarians. But, fear not! I intent to produce a few more sets for sale in the web store in the near future.

See You at C2E2!

This weekend, from April 13-15, I will be at Nerd City's booth #842 at C2E2! And, I'm going to be bringing 5 of General Gorgax's elite henchmen with me, The Cyborg Space Barbarians!

Drowlok

 

Wardraak (Horned Variant)

 

Hallogrim

 

Gammathrall (Horned Variant)

 

Orion Axe

 

The Cyborg Space Barbarian figures Orion Axe, Wardraak, Hallogrim, Gammathrall and Drowlok consist of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty “The Godbeast” Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universes that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer. Each character will be available in an edition of 5 with 2 special horned “chase variant” figures. They will come in standard bag and header card format and will be available for $40 each from the Nerd City booth #842. Any leftovers will be available next week in The Galaxxor Online Store.
Fans of resin/MOTU/indie/Glyos toys will find plenty of other things to love at booth #842. Check out this blog entry at Nerd City for more details. There will also be plenty of cool things on display for Galaxxor fans to check out, including past Galaxxors, the still very WIP Xenotron sculpt and the unveiling of the General Gorgax figure.

Cyborg Space Barbarian Gammathrall

Gammathrall is the fifth of General Gorgax's Cyborg Space Barbarians to be unleashed upon the universe, and he's also going to be making his debut at Nerd City's booth at this year's C2E2! This Cyborg Space Barbarian figure consists of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty "The Godbeast" Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universes that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer. Gammathrall will be available in an edition of 5 with 2 special horned "chase variant" figures. They will be available for $40 from the Nerd City booth #842.

 

See you at C2E2!

Cyborg Space Barbarian Orion Axe

Orion Axe is the fourth of General Gorgax's Cyborg Space Barbarians to be unleashed upon the universe, and he's also going to be making his debut at Nerd City's booth at this year's C2E2! This Cyborg Space Barbarian figure consists of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty "The Godbeast" Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universes that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer. Orion Axe will be available in an edition of 5 with 2 special horned "chase variant" figures. They will be available for $40 from the Nerd City booth #842.
Keep an eye on the Galaxxor blog for the fifth and final Cyborg Space Barbarian reveal in the upcoming week!

Cyborg Space Barbarian Hallogrim

Hallogrim is the third of General Gorgax's Cyborg Space Barbarians to be unleashed upon the universe, and he's also going to be making his debut at Nerd City's booth at this year's C2E2! This Cyborg Space Barbarian figure consists of a helmet that was originally designed and sculpted by Ben Spencer and produced in resin by Marty "The Godbeast" Hansen. These Cyborg Space Barbarian figures also feature bodies from disused vintage Masters of the Universes that were rescued from second hand stores, flea markets and the like, and brought back to brilliant life with hand painting and tlc from Ben Spencer. Hallogrim will be available in an edition of 5 with 2 special horned "chase variant" figures. They will be available for $40 from the Nerd City booth #842.

Keep an eye on the Galaxxor blog for more Cyborg Space Barbarian reveals in the upcoming weeks!
Special thanks to the lovely and talented Jim Kyle for his photographic contributions!