Bonaparte Posted December 31, 2013 Just a few question: how do I calculate the "value" of the MOC kit (to make it similar to 75 euro)? Using mixed expensive and cheap parts? I suggest you have a look on the current LEGO porfolio (e.g. on Shop@Home) and see what kind of set size you can get for ~75 euro. Take a non-licensed set as reference since the licensed ones come with license costs included. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoPanda Posted December 31, 2013 hm, sounds interesting, i think i will join if i can find someone to work with Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir E Fullner Posted December 31, 2013 Ooooh this looks fun. I've always liked the pirate theme, and I use to build for it, but I've never posted any pirate creations online before. Either way the collaboration aspect of this contest makes it all the more exciting! Nemo looking for a teammate?! I'd be happy to team up with you, Nemo, so long as you don't live in the state of Nebraska. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Nemo Posted December 31, 2013 I suggest you have a look on the current LEGO porfolio (e.g. on Shop@Home) and see what kind of set size you can get for ~75 euro. Take a non-licensed set as reference since the licensed ones come with license costs included. On a related question to this, is there a certain "size" set that the other builder would make? Like, one of us builds the ~75 euro set with another building a connecting ~75 euro set at the same price point? Or is it two different price point sets? Should we also try to limit our total brick use to that of a ~75 euro set? (Like around 800 bricks?) Or just go all out? Thanks--sorry that's a lot! ---- Also, the super-team of Captain Nemo and MstrOfPppts has been formed! Let all landlubbers tremble at our combined power! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jansued Posted December 31, 2013 A Remake of 6277 could be a good idea.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MstrOfPppts Posted December 31, 2013 Confiriming my cooperation with Captain Nemo! I also have some questions - I guess that the price limit does not go well with the no minifig limit rule. Also if each builds his part, I guess there's no need for the picture with both parts connected, or does one have to build both parts in the end? I also must add that this is a very nice idea for a contest and something fresh here on EB. A big thanks to Bonaparte for organizing this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wat Tambor Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) I would love to take part in that contest but first of all I'll have to find a partner. I don't have a lot of Pirates minifigs but I have a few Conquistadores and quite a lot medieval/Renaissance minifigs. Are kind of "Exploring the New World" sets also allowed? EDIT: It would be great to work with someone who can also speak German (Austria, Switzerland...) for easier conversation purposes. Edited December 31, 2013 by Wat Tambor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Brickalot Posted December 31, 2013 Two magnificent members of EB, Morthen and Sir Brickalot, have joined forces to rock this competition! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kabel Posted December 31, 2013 hah, things are heating up, great! However, all you scurvy plagued landlubbers have no chance competing with us! on a different note, although 250 € sounds great, it think it'd be kind of unfair for the second and third to go empty handed, why not break the price pot into smaller stakes? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Breden Posted December 31, 2013 Sounds great, I love the concept! Would anyone like to team up with me? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cara Posted December 31, 2013 (edited) Ooh this sounds like so much fun! Edit: Found a partner thank you. Edited January 2, 2014 by Cara Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ultron32 Posted December 31, 2013 Wow! I look forward to seeing the entries although I don't think I'll enter (I'm too worried I'd let my partner down :V). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir E Fullner Posted December 31, 2013 Another new team reporting for duty: Legofin2012 and Efullner! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yawgmoth Posted January 1, 2014 Uhmmm, I'd like to pair up with Brig. Brick, we are both from Costa Rica, but we arent exactly in the same geographic region...yes, Costa Rica is a rather smaller country, but I dont Imagine someone driving 300km~ just to "cheat" and build both parts in real life, well, at least I dont Imagine myselft doing so , besides the real purpose of the whole thing would be lost in that way. Saying so, can we still participate as a team? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonaparte Posted January 1, 2014 On a related question to this, is there a certain "size" set that the other builder would make? Like, one of us builds the ~75 euro set with another building a connecting ~75 euro set at the same price point? Or is it two different price point sets? Should we also try to limit our total brick use to that of a ~75 euro set? (Like around 800 bricks?) Or just go all out? Thanks--sorry that's a lot! ---- Also, the super-team of Captain Nemo and MstrOfPppts has been formed! Let all landlubbers tremble at our combined power! Both sets should be more or less in the 75 euro price range (so ~700pcs). A good reference set is this one (Croc Swamp Hideout) which costs 74,99 euro, counts 647 pcs and is not a licensed one: I'll get back to the other questions soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Brickalot Posted January 1, 2014 Just another question: do we need to incorporate play features into our sets? Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonaparte Posted January 1, 2014 I don't have a lot of Pirates minifigs but I have a few Conquistadores and quite a lot medieval/Renaissance minifigs. Are kind of "Exploring the New World" sets also allowed? Yes, that's totally ok! Just another question: do we need to incorporate play features into our sets? Thanks. That's your call. You can, but it's not a must. Uhmmm, I'd like to pair up with Brig. Brick, we are both from Costa Rica, but we arent exactly in the same geographic region...yes, Costa Rica is a rather smaller country, but I dont Imagine someone driving 300km~ just to "cheat" and build both parts in real life, well, at least I dont Imagine myselft doing so , besides the real purpose of the whole thing would be lost in that way. Saying so, can we still participate as a team? In the spirit of the contest pls try to find another member from another country. I'm sure there must be good candidates around, no? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markus1984 Posted January 1, 2014 I would love to take part in that contest but first of all I'll have to find a partner. I don't have a lot of Pirates minifigs but I have a few Conquistadores and quite a lot medieval/Renaissance minifigs. Are kind of "Exploring the New World" sets also allowed Wat Tambor and i compete as a team. markus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wat Tambor Posted January 1, 2014 Wat Tambor and i compete as a team. markus Confirmed ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted January 1, 2014 Wow! I look forward to seeing the entries although I don't think I'll enter (I'm too worried I'd let my partner down :V). Why not? I'm thinking about entering for fun. It could be more challenging if contestants from different countries are randomly teamed up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Godtshep Posted January 1, 2014 Sounds great, I love the concept! Would anyone like to team up with me? Sounds great, I love the concept! Would anyone like to team up with me? I'm happy to work together :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Legonardo Posted January 2, 2014 Legonardo and Cara are a team Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebeus I Posted January 2, 2014 Legonardo and Cara are a team Eeeek! not you?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain BeerBeard Posted January 2, 2014 Awesome contest idea, I've been meaning to do a pirate build for a while and this looks like the perfect opportunity Lets team up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Niku Posted January 2, 2014 Interesting contest, looks already great couples are forming, should be a delight to see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
