Claynosaurz Partners with Bigshot to Launch Collectible Blind Box Series Online on May 6 via DYLI

New drop combines premium character design, highest quality production, and live digital distribution

Claynosaurz, a digital-first, creator owned character brand building a new indie model for storytelling and collectibles, today announced the launch of its Series 1 Blind Box collection, arriving exclusively online on May 6 at 11am ET. Developed in partnership with Bigshot Toyworks, the collection marks a major step forward in Claynosaurz’s expansion into physical consumer products driven by their incredible social media success, and robust global engagement strategy.

The Series 1 Blind Box collection will feature 10 unique figures, each with its own rarity tier, including rare and ultra-limited chase variants designed to drive collectibility and discovery.

At the core of the release is a collaboration with Bigshot Toyworks, an award-winning creative studio known globally for its work in high end collectibles and entertainment merchandising. With deep roots in industrial design, digital sculpting, and production, Bigshot has built a reputation for translating creative vision into highly detailed, collectible products.

“Klim and the Bigshot team bring a level of craftsmanship and character-driven design that aligns perfectly with how we think about building Claynosaurz,” said Blake Schaffeld, CMO of Claynosaurz. “This isn’t just about making toys, it’s our first entry into a larger collectible system, where each piece connects back to the digital origins of the brand and grows in meaning over time.”

The collectible lifestyle industry is changing, and indie creators like Claynosaurz are taking control over how they build, own and distribute their work direct to their growing fan bases. “We have always tried to be at the forefront of these changes as they happen,” said Klim. “Creative, retail, marketing, customer acquisition and distribution are all changing at an incredible pace, and the Claynosaurz team understand this on every level. Bigshot is connecting the dots and making sure that every single product we produce together matches their brand vision.”

A New Way to Collect

The launch will take place exclusively through DYLI, a next-generation distribution platform that reimagines how collectibles are bought, revealed, and traded. Using DYLI, collectors will be able to:

• Open their blind boxes live on stream during the opening party
• Choose whether to ship their item, store it securely in the DYLI vault, or list it instantly on the secondary market
• ⁠Unlock a chance at an extremely rare DYLI Preorder-Exclusive design 

This system introduces a level of flexibility and immediacy not typically found in traditional blind box releases, merging physical collectibles with digital ownership and liquidity.

“This drop is about more than just the product,” said Blake Schaffeld. “It’s about giving collectors control. You can open it, hold it, or trade it instantly in one seamless experience.”

Online-Only Release

The May 6 drop represents the only opportunity to purchase the Series 1 Blind Box collection online. Following the preorder, the product will transition to select physical retail locations, making this release a key moment for early collectors to secure pieces from the first run.

About Claynosaurz

Claynosaurz is a digital-first, independant, global character brand, created by former Sony & Illumination animators, focused on building a global audience through storytelling, collectibles, and interactive experiences. Known for its expressive characters and social-first growth, the brand is expanding into episodic, gaming, and consumer products as part of their incredibly successful social media strategies, and moves to create a new kind of entertainment franchise.

About Bigshot Toyworks

Bigshot Toyworks is an award-winning creative studio specializing in the design, development, and production of unique characters, toys, illustrations, and art objects. With an international team rooted in industrial design, digital sculpting, and hands-on production, Bigshot has created work featured in global advertising campaigns, toy stores, and galleries. Led by Klim Kozinevich, the studio is known for its ability to bring the vision of creative partners to life with precision, craftsmanship, and innovation.