Janky

@janky

The Insider Insight

"Janky and Guggimon come from a long history winning the toy game, as led by parent company Superplastic. First finding social relevance as virtual influencers through growth hacks and well-made animated shorts, this duo has now elevated beyond toy culture and into the mainstream. Appearing in Fortnite as skins, partnering with the likes of Gucci and Paris Hilton, and selling out multiple NFT drops, Janky and Guggimon are riding the new persona wavelength hard."

Christopher Travers

About

Instagram Bio

Part-time cartoon stuntman. Always down for another redneck margarita.

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First Appearance

June 16, 2019

Originally From

Los Angeles, California, USA

More info

Janky is owned by Superplastic. Superplastic is the world’s premier creator of animated synthetic celebrities, designer toys, and apparel. Home to Janky & Guggimon. Superplastic was created by artist and entrepreneur Paul Budnitz (Kidrobot, Ello, Budnitz Bicycles). Legendary toy artist Huck Gee oversees art and production. A bunch of other brilliant people of all colors, shapes, and sizes also work here. We’re located in Burlington, Vermont, because it’s awesome. Sourced from Superplastic.

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