Officially licensed 2-Headed Giant from Justin Ishmael (Ex-Mondo) and Monsters of Filmland

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    Yes, but can we have a '62 Danforth Kraken, first?
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    I'd take some Terrytunes toys, too!
     
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    This is mighty exciting news for me too. I am thrilled to see a different - and, importantly, FM 'accurate' version - of this fellow. As a die-hard stop-motion effects fan, this is huge (pun only half intended). Growing up in a place without access to FM, I discovered the magazine only through second hand pickups at yard sales and thrift stores, but it had such an immense impact on me for its content; and I am sure is a major reason I am such a sci-fi, horror, and cult movie fan to this day. Seeing a licensed version of this beast come from them is just such a wonderful childhood dream brought to life. The fact that it is being made in softy vinyl (yes!), in conjunction with HandsomeTaro - automatically putting it way up there - and Luke - a fantastic artist and producer, and as genuine a person as you are likely to find - just equals a whole lot of awesome for me. This is a pool of talent that is deserving of the execution of ol' two-head.

    Thank you so much for your work on this @JustinIshmael! I am thrilled that you are putting in the dedication to bringing something to light that it is clear you yourself are also passionate about. I love the move to dig deeper into the creature's backstory and provide the full history of him, his appearance on the cover, and how this came to be such a revered cult icon. As you rightfully said, I think the coming figure will have its own unique aspects that set it apart from the other 'Bemons' and flock of two-headed monsters out there. It is a companion piece, not a competitor. And hey, the more wonderful toys, the better, in my book. I am genuinely stoked and very excited for this project. Anything that comes from such passion is going to be a success on its own, for what its purpose is (i.e. expression of appreciation and artistic desire), and I have no doubt the toy will garner a lot of fans by its own merit as well. Thank you for sharing this with us Justin, to everyone involved (and please share our feedback for all the folks behind the scenes who won't read this), and I look forward to seeing this progress.

    And yes, in case it is not an evident given already, sign me up for +Harryhausen toys!!!
     
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    You know there had to have been a collective sigh of relief when this was shown back then, when it was revealed that what appeared to be two men in bed together turned out to only be a two-headed giant.
     
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    Wow, this is freaking exciting news! I've been following Justin's work for years and am excited to see what he does with sofubi. Plus maybe I can actually get my hands on one of these fantastic beasts!
     
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    Are your U-turns and back-tracking just a new initiative to increase your post-count (This guy's a good guy - Sorry, this guy's a douchebag scammer! This toy's cashing in - Sorry, this toy rocks?

    Once toothache and ultrawaffle catch on Skulldrain could implode! :D
     
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    It so rare for someone to admit they're wrong on the internet that I don't even care if he's doing it on purpose.
     
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    So excited for this. Really, really, really. Hope it implodes the 2HB 'market'. :thumbsup:
     
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    Sorry Andy, but I find that comment to be based on stereotype, and disparaging towards waffles and the general flat breakfast community.
     
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    Hey at least it's a better tactic than just complaining about everything to boost my post count like some people around here who think they're scary.. Try posting some opinions about toys rather than rehashing the same smarmy comments every time you post..
     
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    I appreciate you keeping your response to a single sentence! :thumbsup:

    I love me some waffles. I also love toys. Humourless toy collectors, not so much! ;)
     
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    On first glance I thought this said "the general fat breakfast community" and I was going to ask if there was a pancake scarfing club I was unaware of...


    ...I'm sad that there isn't
     
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    Hey, not problem @BlasphemousWords, we can always start one!

    And Andy, if you don't think I have a sense of humour, you clearly haven't been paying enough attention. :razz: Maybe I should resort to some longer posts explaining myself....
     
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    Sorry, my post should've been more concise . . . Humourless Australians! ;)
     
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    β€œAnd now, in the interest of equal time, here is a message from the National Institute of Pancakes: It reads, and I quote, "Fuck waffles.”

    ― George Carlin

    Don't feed the trolls, it gives them the impression that they've accomplished something.
     
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    This is very cool indeed. I really like the Famous foott brand at the bottom. I enjoy the magazine and films/art that come with it, this is something to look forward to.
     
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    Never been a fan of British comedy! Can see the punchlines coming from a mile away, too predictable - just like Scary Andy posts ;)
     
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    As a 70s Monster Kid, I've gotten more than a little perturbed at times, through all the different figural treatments this killer illo has gotten over the past few years, that there has been no (as far as I've seen) mention/celebration of the amazing artist behind the original piece. Nice sculpt, Justin, and very glad to hear that you plan to show some love to RC in the marketing of it. ;)
     
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    But I like waffles :(
     
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    As usual for this monster, cool toy. Cool back story for its production too!

    But why are people shitting up the thread so early into its creation...
     
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    ^^ because people tend to get salty for no particular reason these days
     
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    Any thread worthy of 10+ pages on Skullbrain has gotta have a good percentage of shit in it.. I mean that as a weird compliment! I'm hoping this thread is full of 2 Headed info and pics :)
     
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    This is looking nicee, I'm going to have to steal that garment style, that is really cool.
     
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    I'm suuuuuper excited for this guy. Sculpt is incredible and being able to effectively own a 2 Headed Bemon after years and years of wanting one rules.
     
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    He's got a tiny ball. Huh-huh.
     

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