Jam-packed June finally draws to an end as the jam jar runs dry. While there wasn’t as much news as before, there were still a lot of new releases – so I’d say June finished strong. This week, anime fever returned in the doll industry with many anime heads. Sino Doll “pushed the boundaries” with their T1230, Lusandy and Firefly Diary had stunning new bodies, and of course, the previously-teased smiling head is here. Without further ado, let’s wave goodbye to June with some final bits of news.
Elsa Babe
This week, Elsa Babe had a two-for-one, starting with a new anime head called Chono Miyu. With fangs and tongue action, she’s fairly unique as a happy vampire.
Next, continuing their collaboration with moll, they released a new 130 body based on moll’s thick and busty artstyle. Unlike the previous photos (last week), these more closely resembles moll’s character with the chibi face and short-stacked body.
Gynoid
As more Model 22 info rolls in, Gynoid focused on love holes this time around. This includes up-close shots of the coochie, including a demonstration of the “non-gaping” vagina. The amount of gape is definitely less.
Irontech Doll
Irontech Doll launched their latest ROS MAX feature, taking their ROS to the next level. Currently available on the “S1, S17, S18, S20, S26, S29, S37, S40, T3, T4 and T5” heads, they have 5 main features.
The upgrades include:
- Optimized oral positioning – Fine-tuned lip height for a more natural opened-mouth
- Upgraded eye socket structure – Opening the mouth won’t affect the eyes anymore (Previously, opening the mouth would widen the eyes)
- Dynamic lower eyelid – The lower eyelid can be manipulated to open and close halfway. Note: This isn’t fully “openable and closeable eyes.”
- Head weight reduction – The head weighs about 0.5 kg (1 lb) lighter.
- Other minor tweaks related to realism and durability.
- Has a moveable jaw that can open, close, and stay in place.
Real Lady
Next, Real Lady returned with a new head, Hailey (R12). Basking in the sun, she rocks the California surfer girl look, with a slightly puppy-eyed expression.
Sino Doll
Supposedly 2 years in the making, Sino Doll launched their first-ever mini/figurine-styled dolls. Called “Recreated Petite – T1230,” it comes in two variations: separate head & body and AIO. According to Sino Doll, they “broke boundaries” with “hyper-realistic details” on a doll this size, and you “can easily [hold] with one hand.” Funnily, they also claimed, “[this is what] you’ve been asking for,” but I didn’t notice anyone ask for this. They’re probably trendier in Asia than in the West though.
I’ll start off with the “non-AIO” version. They have 2 photosets, featuring guitar-girl Miyo and luggage-chan Mihuan, both with RRS+ makeup.
Mihuan
AIO Miyo
Then, there’s the AIO (seamless neck) Miyo version. The head’s the same but the body’s different, and she has Artist Makeup opposed to RRS+ above. Also, the T1230 series is compatible with all the Soft-Max options.
Top-Cydoll
On fire, Top-Cydoll returned with a new head called Scarlett. Her Angelina Jolie-like face, paired with full, luscious lips, definitely spices things up on the 168F body.
They also shared new photos of their popular 176E Polly. She’s back, this time exploring her artistic side with some nude art.
Lusandy
Lusandy released a new 161cm body and Asian head called Mei. Their lightest body thus far at 28 kg (62 lbs), it’s fit and toned, while maintaining a nice handful of breasts and butt. Combined with a cute face, she’s like an up-and-coming supermodel.
They also brought back their thick 159G Mizuki with Tan skin. More natural than her original photoset (and with matching colors), she has an elegant and calmer charm here.
Zelex
Next, Zelex brought back Scarlett (the original star of their Inspiration Series) to showcase their Inspiration Series 2.0. While the details are impressive, one drawback is the weight remains relatively heavy. She weighs 41 kg (90 lbs).
Jiusheng
Jiusheng is the latest brand to offer “Toe Bones” (articulated toes). Currently, it’s only available for the 149B & 150B silicone bodies.
Starpery
Starpery released a new head called Baochai on their 163G. With a slightly old-fashioned look, she’s another Asian head in their growing lineup.
They also showcased 2 heads with their recent Cocoa skin tone: Takiyah and Keisha. Both make fairly realistic black or ebony dolls.
Firefly Diary
This week, Firefly Diary had 2 explosive releases: a new 160cm MAX body and the previously-teased smiling head. Starting with the body, their new MAX series debuts with Real Skin Texture. The main features are:
- “Ultimate cost performance” – They say it’s high quality at an affordable price
- “Double re-engraving process” – Real Skin Texture on the surface layer, and a soft “subcutaneous fat” layer underneath
- “Hand-crafted Body Paint” – Realistic skin tone with blood vessels, etc.
- “Ball joints” on wrists and ankles, and Articulated toes
- “Segmented softness design” – Certain body parts are firmer or softer (i.e. breasts and butt are softer, waist is firmer)
Video
Next, they released their latest Qiandao head. They described her as having a “healing smile,” that’ll make you happy just by looking at her. Personally, I like that idea a lot – that dolls can provide therapeutic benefits. Maybe that’s why I’m so drawn to her. Definitely one of their best heads so far in my opinion.
Fanreal
By now, you’ve probably seen Fanreal’s Maria 100 times, but her smile never fades. Along with Kelly (ROS), she’s back in classy new photos.
Sankaku/Mandara
Mandaradoll returned with new photos of their 153cm Haruko (MA#104). Originally, this doll didn’t stand out much, but her latest Yumeko Jabami cosplay quickly turned things around.
Iro
Last but not least, Iro returned with a new 149B S-TPE body (and 20+ photosets of various heads and bodies). I’ll just show their latest body, which looks pretty proportional and weighs 32.5 kg (72 lbs).
There weren’t many butt photos
Conclusion
That concludes the fun and unexpected event that was Jam-packed June. I guess the summer heat had brands fired up with endless new releases. This week, Sino Doll pushed the ongoing trend of – not just big figurine dolls – but also “hyper-realistic.” While it’s impressive, they may have pat themselves on the back a little too much, claiming that they paved innovation and broke boundaries with the T1230. Meanwhile, Lusandy and Firefly Diary impressed with their new bodies and heads. Irontech also unexpectedly launched their ROS MAX heads. Most likely, I think we’ll see those ROS improvements come to other brands as well – since most brands follow the same trajectory.
ROS, Real Skin Texture, and articulated toes – these have all trended for years, but with improvement as a focus, I think we’re headed in the right direction. With half the year behind us, let’s see if brands can keep it going for another half. Until next time!
Thoughts on the end of Jam-packed June? Comment below!
The mandara 153 has a nice shape, though breasts could be slightly smaller… The fact that they dont show LHP shots is not promising (and the 142 has horrible lhp). Price isnt bad, though theres several other offerings in that price range. So, Mandara will have to bring something to the table. Unfortunately its still a new company, so no one knows.
The real lady has a very nice curvy shape, but again, the breasts are disproportionately large and would probably get in the way.
The Lusandry 161 is nice and very much resembles one of the Anglekiss dolls of similar size. Looks like awsome LHP.
All i can say about elsababe is WTF (bodies and heads)? Ok, so they are sticking to a very niche market… maybe it works for them, IDK… but doesnt work for me…
One thing I learned is how different everyone’s tastes are. Many times, I’ll see some dolls and think no one would possibly buy them, and yet, people are buying them. Elsa Babe definitely found their niche in the anime market.
I can’t say much about Mandara. They’re not that new anymore but their lack of promotion and releases really limited them. I haven’t seen any reviews on them yet.
Real Lady is also a bit odd. Their first body was molded from a real person (hence the name), but their next 3 weren’t, and are more exaggerated or cartoony in proportions. Not sure why they went in that direction. I guess they wanted more curvy, fantasy bodies.
Last I agree, Lusandy’s 161cm body looks very nice. Founded by WM’s founder, made in the XT factory, and photographed & possibly designed by CubikoMandos (famous WM photographer), there’s definitely lots of similarities.
Irontech upgrades were cool. Real lady looked hot too!
Lusandy mei was cute to me.l, and Mizuki was nicely thick
Firefly upgrades are awesome!
Thanks for the post this week Steven!
No problem. There were definitely some nice doll upgrades and releases this week.
Where to buy this 153cm Mandara Doll? This is the second time you show her and i would love to have this Doll but i can’t find a western vendor selling her. Last time you told me to check with vendors that sell Siliko Dolls… i did but without success. Any other ideas or new information? Much apprecitated! 😛
I see that Yourdoll has them now. From what I can tell, they’re the only global vendor that carries them. https://www.yourdoll.com/sankaku-doll/
Otherwise, I haven’t seen any reviews or much info about them. Still an unknown brand for the most part.
Yes! Of course I have seen that post of yours. I am all for more choices / more interactivity / expression with the ladies.
Hope more of this will be adapted.
Looking Good! ITD / Real Lady and TopCy good picks indeed… to be fair all the honeys look great. I would love to see more faces with a simple smile and would love to see a moveable jaw head with a smile as well. Either way everything seems great in the world of ladies!
Who said it’s a mans world 😛
More smiling heads with moveable jaw would definitely be nice. Or even better, something like this (https://celesdolls.com/earth-doll-usdoll-releases-3rd-gen-facial-muscle-head-taehee/). Maybe one day, dolls with changeable expressions will be a thing.
This week, I have a Top 3 instead of a single choice (no particular order):
– Topcydoll’s Scarlett is indeed a beauty – and indeed a carbon copy of Angelina Jolie;
– Starpery’s Keisha is a sight to behold, I find tall and athletic/muscular girls quite lovely, just like her;
– Last, but far from least, Real Lady’s Hailey… DAMN, she is so alluring and gorgeous, I had to do a triple take instead of a double one, only to make sure that she wasn’t a legit flesh-and-bones girl!
Strong picks! Many people seem to like Scarlett since she looks like Angelina Jolie, and Hailey is definitely one of Real Lady’s better heads lately.
Do you understand the difference between a ros head with a movable jaw and a ros head without a movable jaw? Without a jaw it is Irontech, Topcydoll, and with a jaw it is Shedoll, Gynoid, Zelex, Gamelady (just examples). Does Ros Max add a jaw that can be fixed in different positions like Zelex and Gynoid?
According to Irontech, ROS MAX has a jaw joint that can open and close and stay in place, so yes.
ROS is an odd term because it can mean different things among brands. Originally, the term started as “moveable jaw.” I think I used to say “moveable jaw with realistic teeth, tongue, and uvula.” Then WM created the term ROS, which stood for “Real Oral Sex.” Like with the term “EVO skeleton” that D4E created, other brands began adopting the term. Basically for convenience, in one post, I started calling “moveable jaw” ROS after many brands started using the term.
Some people think that ROS means “realistic oral structure,” and that may be how it evolved. However, that isn’t how I use the term. When I say ROS, I mean moveable jaw, which is really my fault for being unclear. Sorry about that.
Just to clarify a bit more. Every head that I have said has “ROS” has the moveable jaw. ROS has never meant “realistic oral structure” (without hinged jaw) to me.
My fault, and I’ll be more clear in the future. Sorry for any confusion.
(also added a better video of Irontech’s ROS MAX head)