The ASICS Protoblast-CMLVIII 'Brown Pure Gold' is a collaboration between ASICS SportStyle and OTTO958, the creative outlet of Kiko Kostadinov and LA-based art gallery Moran Moran. This model reinterprets ASICS' archive origins for a modern audience, building upon the experimental approach of OTTO958. The upper is constructed with mesh underlays and leather overlays.

• Collaboration with OTTO958
• "O" moniker branding on the toe area
• OTTO958 signature lettering embroidered on the side panels
• Midfoot and eyestay retain details from the GEL-100 running shoe
• Midsole and toe design inspired by GELBURST and GELHOOP 6 basketball shoes
• Features FLYTEFOAM outer sole for comfort
• ASICS branding is replaced with distinct OTTO958 logos on the sidewall, lateral collar, and tongue label