Born Digital, Made Real: A Dream Come True
After over a year of anticipation, iteration, and community input, AKCB Physical Edition #1 is finally ready to ship. What started as a wild Web3 dream has now manifested into reality a high end collectible vinyl toy designed, engineered, and brought to life entirely in house by the AKCB team.
“We’re trying to create the best art toy on the market. Not just for Web3. For everyone.” Rafsby
This is more than merch. It’s a statement. A proof of what happens when digital culture, community-driven design, and obsessive attention to detail collide.
Behind the Mask: The Journey
Let’s take a quick look back at how we got here:
- July 2023 – Early prototypes emerged, including knit ski masks for Beasts.
- Nov 2023 – The team finalized a streamlined toy production pipeline, enabling fast drops and future collabs.
- Jan–Mar 2024 – Toy claims opened to holders of Genesis Beasts + Bitbeasts. Six colorways, two models, and the possibility of a golden edition were unveiled.
- Spring 2024 – Final mold production, model sampling, and mass production commenced.
- May–June 2025 – Toys were NFC-chipped, inspected, boxed, and prepped for shipping. Final inspection complete.
- July 2025 – Global rollout begins. Physical toys are on their way.
“POV: You bought an NFT and got an insane tier vinyl art toy for free.” AKCB
A Box Like No Other 📦
Yes, even the toy box is a flex. Designed from a literal dream and custom built to perfection, it’s already being called the dopest art toy box of all time. This isn’t a cheap gimmick, it’s a collector’s item from the jump.
| Feature | What it means |
|---|---|
| Full-range flex | Rotating arms, gloves, and head give each Beast a wide range of poses more dynamic than a static vinyl figure. |
| Precision in every detail | Tight tolerances and premium vinyl molding keep sculpt lines crisp while allowing smooth articulation. |
| Digital ready NFC chip | Tap the base with your phone to unlock upcoming AKCB experiences and verify authenticity. |
| Collector grade finish | Matte meets gloss paint apps plus the dream inspired chain silhouette packaging elevate it from “toy” to art object. |
DIY Drops & Golden Surprises
To spark creativity, the team is prepping a DIY art toy initiative, a blank canvas drop that invites custom Beast mods. Artist collabs, customs, and maybe even gallery features are just around the corner.
And those lucky few? You might crack open your box and discover a gold edition Beast, no spray paint tricks here. These look better than Oscar statues.
What to Expect in the Future
With the art-toy pipeline live and global shipping tests under way, AKCB aims to:
- Release future physical waves faster
- Kick-off collaborations with other NFT and IRL communities
- Roll out retail ready products and flagship pop up experiences
The Beasts are stepping off the blockchain and into the real world.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re in it for the art, the tech, or the community vibes, this toy drop proves one thing: AKCB delivers. It’s not just a JPEG project. It’s a brand, a movement, and now something you can hold in your hands.
“I don’t know if I’m obsessed or if this is gonna be the nicest vinyl toy around.” Rafsby
🛠 TL;DR Recap
- ✅ Fully in-house designed toys
- 🧠 Community-curated colorways
- 🎨 DIY blank editions for creators
- ✨ Surprise gold versions in random boxes
- 📦 Global shipping now rolling out
- 💡 NFC-chipped, tech-ready vinyl collectibles
Welcome to the physical realm, BEASTS.
🔗 Explore More
- 🌐 Official Website – akidcalledbeast.com
- 🐦 Follow on X – @akidcalledbeast
- 🛒 Physical Edition #1 on AKCB Market – View on AKCB Market
- 🛒 Physical Edition #1 on OpenSea – View on OpenSea
- 📦 Order Info & Claim Details – Soon