cesbrick Posted March 18, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys for all the comments. Thanks Ecc for the highlight on the frontpage virtualrepublic - It sure is possible, but I don't think I would ever manage to do it myself. Hugo - Thanks, it sure will be hard work but I think it will be a great display. Edited March 18, 2015 by cesbrick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spyderlord Posted March 18, 2015 I have one perhaps naive question: In MOCs of these size and scope like the ones we see on Guilds of Historica, what is the secret of bricks procurement? Is there a hugely preferential way to get insane amounts of bricks at discounted prices, perhaps directly with Lego or something? I am asking because for way simpler and more modest MOCs, I'm spending quite some money on Bricklink and these have 2 or 3 orders of magnitude more bricks than anything I've made so far? Is there a secret that eludes me? Thanks for anyone's input and great work of course! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peedeejay Posted March 18, 2015 Wow this is outstanding. Would love to see it in real! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cesbrick Posted March 18, 2015 I have one perhaps naive question: In MOCs of these size and scope like the ones we see on Guilds of Historica, what is the secret of bricks procurement? Is there a hugely preferential way to get insane amounts of bricks at discounted prices, perhaps directly with Lego or something? I am asking because for way simpler and more modest MOCs, I'm spending quite some money on Bricklink and these have 2 or 3 orders of magnitude more bricks than anything I've made so far? Is there a secret that eludes me? Thanks for anyone's input and great work of course! In these case, these MOC was made for my LUG's expositions so 95% of the parts belongs to them/us. And yes, they have ways of buying parts with good prices like on LUG Bulks and such. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maballz Posted March 18, 2015 This is the most beautiful castle I have ever seen. I love it! Thank you for sharing it and inspiring us! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spyderlord Posted March 18, 2015 In these case, these MOC was made for my LUG's expositions so 95% of the parts belongs to them/us. And yes, they have ways of buying parts with good prices like on LUG Bulks and such. Well thank you for this info, I for one haven't ever heard of this program and my dark age was over as of its establishement Much appreciated! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trance89 Posted March 18, 2015 Absolutely stunning! I don't know if 250 hours and 50 days is long or short for a huge and highly detailed MOC like this but I probably wouldn't have done it in that time. (Or maybe I am just a slow builder, which is also true). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Basiliscus Posted March 18, 2015 Incredible work cesbrick! Amazing detail, I can't begin to imagine how you managed to continue building those incredibly detailed walls, I think I'd have given up... The dark blue roofs look great and it has a great sense of scale. Love it! I have one perhaps naive question: In MOCs of these size and scope like the ones we see on Guilds of Historica, what is the secret of bricks procurement? Is there a hugely preferential way to get insane amounts of bricks at discounted prices, perhaps directly with Lego or something? I am asking because for way simpler and more modest MOCs, I'm spending quite some money on Bricklink and these have 2 or 3 orders of magnitude more bricks than anything I've made so far? Is there a secret that eludes me? Thanks for anyone's input and great work of course! To add to what cesbrick already said - usually I would say build what you are comfortable with and add a small amount of parts each time - with enough patience you will have a huge collection and can begin to build on this scale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Braunsfeld Posted March 18, 2015 Hey, this is fantastic. I have seen those wonderful "single buildings" so far, but to have a huge castle in your special style is really great. I just love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MajorAlvega Posted March 18, 2015 Muito, muito bom! Parabéns! Very, very good! Congratulations! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Withacee Posted March 19, 2015 Well, we are definitely being spoiled in the Guilds category at the moment. This is an epic build. Keep clicking those bricks together! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legotron (Panzerbricks) Posted March 19, 2015 Awesome! The landscape is wonderful, and the hyper-realistic style of the whole castle is amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Scream Clone Posted March 19, 2015 Blowing my mind with the size and level of detailing, great job as always, just on a much larger scale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Master_Data Posted March 20, 2015 I'm left without words! Incredible work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hobbythom Posted March 20, 2015 I am a huge fan of your style and bigger is even better. What a stunning build. I love the fact that you are not afraid to make bold statements in terms of colour. Every angle is worth to look at. A real achievement. Can't wait for your next build. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soccerkid6 Posted March 21, 2015 Magnificent castle, despite not having done a full castle before, your layout and design look amazing Jaw dropping size too, your builds never fail to impress Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Halhi 141 Posted March 22, 2015 Gorgeous build! Normally I'm not a fan of extensive amounts of normal green in landscaping, but in this context, it looks fantastic! I also love how you gave each corner a somewhat distinct color scheme while still allowing everything to flow really well. What really stands out, though, are the roofs - the colors and curves there are excellent. Great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArchitectureFan Posted March 22, 2015 This is extremely beautiful and great. A magnificent build. How long did it take? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cesbrick Posted March 22, 2015 This is the most beautiful castle I have ever seen. I love it! Thank you for sharing it and inspiring us! Thanks, that quite a compliment! Well thank you for this info, I for one haven't ever heard of this program and my dark age was over as of its establishement Much appreciated! Your welcome! You should join a LUG if you haven't already. Absolutely stunning! I don't know if 250 hours and 50 days is long or short for a huge and highly detailed MOC like this but I probably wouldn't have done it in that time. (Or maybe I am just a slow builder, which is also true). Well it also helped that the most important parts were already parted out in small containers. That helped a lot for sure. Incredible work cesbrick! Amazing detail, I can't begin to imagine how you managed to continue building those incredibly detailed walls, I think I'd have given up... The dark blue roofs look great and it has a great sense of scale. Love it! To add to what cesbrick already said - usually I would say build what you are comfortable with and add a small amount of parts each time - with enough patience you will have a huge collection and can begin to build on this scale! Thanks basiliscus! Muito, muito bom! Parabéns! Very, very good! Congratulations! Obrigado! Well, we are definitely being spoiled in the Guilds category at the moment. This is an epic build. Keep clicking those bricks together! Thanks! Awesome! The landscape is wonderful, and the hyper-realistic style of the whole castle is amazing. Thank you. Blowing my mind with the size and level of detailing, great job as always, just on a much larger scale! Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you enjoy it. I'm left without words! Incredible work! Thank you Master! Seechless Thanks! I am a huge fan of your style and bigger is even better. What a stunning build. I love the fact that you are not afraid to make bold statements in terms of colour. Every angle is worth to look at. A real achievement. Can't wait for your next build. Thank you. I do enjoy using vibrant colors specially on the landscape.I think it gives a sense of whimsical to the build that it's appealing to me. Magnificent castle, despite not having done a full castle before, your layout and design look amazing Jaw dropping size too, your builds never fail to impress Thanks a lot Soccer! Coming from you this is a real nice compliment. Gorgeous build! Normally I'm not a fan of extensive amounts of normal green in landscaping, but in this context, it looks fantastic! I also love how you gave each corner a somewhat distinct color scheme while still allowing everything to flow really well. What really stands out, though, are the roofs - the colors and curves there are excellent. Great work! Hey Halhi, thank you for your words. I agree with you, normal green is not my first choice, but with tis size (and the rest of the display also) I will have to use lots of it. I try to put some other shades of green like dark, olive and sand on top of it to give more texture and variaty. I also think that the roofs came out nice This is extremely beautiful and great. A magnificent build. How long did it take? Thanks! It took me around 250 hours in 50 or so days. It was intense! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Loves Houses Posted March 23, 2015 Very nicely pictured! I love the blue roofs and the way everything is fitting together and still superbly unique. Where is the blue water though one is tempted to ask? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted March 23, 2015 What a wonderful foreground scenery! I really like those big trees! The castle is huge and insane ...great MOC! :wub: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cesbrick Posted March 23, 2015 Thanks guys! Very nicely pictured! I love the blue roofs and the way everything is fitting together and still superbly unique. Where is the blue water though one is tempted to ask? Well I placed dark blue plates (mostly) below the trans clear 1x2 plates on the river. You cant tell from the pics, but it's blue.. ish Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robuko Posted March 25, 2015 Masterpiece. Wonderful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
