ED-209 Posted March 16, 2011 (edited) Hi everyone, Macoco gave me the idea that I really like. To rework the venerable Black Falcons to bring them more in line with the current Lego designs as seen in the "Fantasy Era" and "Kingdoms" lines. (Thanks Macoco! ) Firstly, a simple repro of the original 1980s Falcon for anyone interested: My take on an updated Black Falcon footsoldier or archer: A knight, in the vein of Kingdoms' Lions knights: And then I thought, "shouldn't the Falcon knight wear darker armour?": And lastly, the ruler of the Black Falcons, a king or perhaps more likely a noble: In my mind, he's named Baron Corvus, has dark bley hair and this head: Any suggestions or feedback is most welcome. Cheers! EDIT: Though, I am slightly picky, and do feel the need to point out the missing 'eye'. In the spirit of accuracy, I've redone the insignia to be more accurate to the original: I also added a dagger to the nobleman: Plus I felt that an archer should have a quiver strap: And I also played around with a two-tone tunic: New edit: I've made an alternate set with the newer insignia that was introduced in the awesome Kingdoms Joust set 10223: Also, I made a back for the two-toned archer as I felt it would look odd without the dark blue section (although I'd be intending him to wear a quiver, others may not): I've also done some shields with TLG's new Falcon design. Straight up reproduction, plus oval and circular shields too: Another edit: More variations on the foot soldiers and archers. This time to include quartered tunics, with the modern insignia and in some darker colours as requested by Jakon. Having two colours on the tunic pretty much requires a print for the back too. LOL Now there are too many choices! I'm not even sure what set to use myself anymore?! And ideas or suggestions are, as always, most welcome! Edited March 10, 2012 by ED-209 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonaparte Posted March 17, 2011 Very nice work I really like the footsoldier and the noble a lot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cutty Posted March 20, 2011 Good job on those BF-updates! I really like those! Be well all! Cutty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baylego Posted March 20, 2011 Very cool! I like your updates versions quite a bit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorneliusMurdock Posted March 20, 2011 I really wish Lego would rerelease them like that. I might forgive them for not reintroducing the forestmen in Kingdoms if they did. If I had any skill in applying decals these would so be on some of my minifigs. Great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan the Brickman Posted March 20, 2011 I just might use the noblemans one, if I get around to learning how to put these decals on right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Omicron Posted March 21, 2011 I really like that last one. :) -Omi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan the Brickman Posted March 21, 2011 Firstly, a simple repro of the original 1980s Falcon for anyone interested: Though, I am slightly picky, and do feel the need to point out the missing 'eye'. Most of you probably didnt notice anyways, and these are still awesome, and I will probably still use them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piranha Posted March 21, 2011 You should have PM'd me this thread, I would have replied and seen this early Thank you very much for doing these! They are excellent I must say. I really appreciate you doing them and going above and beyond by doing the noble and black armor knight, which I think is more fitting for the Black Falcons. Also for everyone else we also discussed doing another foot soldier based on this one however we agreed that simply changing the arms to blue and would work well. I will be applying these as soon as I decide on a medium. Waterslide decals or any suggestions are welcome. There is no hobby stores nearby so I lack proper materials. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheLegoDr Posted July 20, 2011 Thank you for doing these. They look amazing. I would use them even with the missing eye. Now, whenever I figure out how to use them I will. Long live Black Falcons! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lakuda Posted July 20, 2011 I will try to make archer but i will only use decal for insignia. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Gray Posted July 21, 2011 I really like that "archer" design. Very well done. Fits in perfectly with the current Kingdoms line. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoboman Posted July 21, 2011 Great job ED-209. I think you nailed them down perfectly. I also think your choice of head for the Baron would look great with that body. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ED-209 Posted March 4, 2012 Though, I am slightly picky, and do feel the need to point out the missing 'eye'. I must admit, I hadn't noticed it when I first made them! But I've redone the insignia now (better late than never?) and edited the original post to include the updates. Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b00sted Posted March 5, 2012 (edited) Very cool stuff! you already know I am going to say good job dude, lol I like how you moved the crest over on the "quiver strap" I may use that idea on mine if you are ok with that as I think would look a lot better than the strap going over like what I have now.. thoughts? (and dont mean to thread jack) Edited March 5, 2012 by b00sted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piranha Posted March 5, 2012 That is a cool Wolf Pack torso design and I also agree the insignia would look better moved away from the strap. On a side note TLG gave us an updated Falcon Knight in the Joust. Now we have even more material to work with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ED-209 Posted March 5, 2012 you already know I am going to say good job dude, lol I like how you moved the crest over on the "quiver strap" I may use that idea on mine if you are ok with that as I think would look a lot better than the strap going over like what I have now.. thoughts? (and dont mean to thread jack) Thanks! I just moved the coat of arms to one side because I felt it looked less crowded that way. Of course, feel free to do likewise if you like the look. I must admit that I was given the idea to include a quiver strap by Thestral, back when I did a series of Elven decals based on the Series 3 Collectable Minifig: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=50061&st=0 On a side note TLG gave us an updated Falcon Knight in the Joust. Now we have even more material to work with. Oh absolutely, and while it was a nice "nod of the head" from TLG to include an updated Falcon shield, I really wish they'd splashed out on a new torso print! Or at the very least, a blue plume instead of a green one! Although now that I think about it, if they did include an exclusive updated Black Falcon torso in such an expensive set, I'd probably be broke by now! I also realised that I'd never posted the actual figures! These are the earlier designs before I updated/corrected the insignia. Foot soldier on the left, Baron Corvus on the right: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b00sted Posted March 5, 2012 Thanks! I just moved the coat of arms to one side because I felt it looked less crowded that way. Of course, feel free to do likewise if you like the look. I must admit that I was given the idea to include a quiver strap by Thestral, back when I did a series of Elven decals based on the Series 3 Collectable Minifig: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=50061&st=0 Oh absolutely, and while it was a nice "nod of the head" from TLG to include an updated Falcon shield, I really wish they'd splashed out on a new torso print! Or at the very least, a blue plume instead of a green one! Although now that I think about it, if they did include an exclusive updated Black Falcon torso in such an expensive set, I'd probably be broke by now! I also realised that I'd never posted the actual figures! These are the earlier designs before I updated/corrected the insignia. Foot soldier on the left, Baron Corvus on the right: those look sick, I have yet to actually do a sticker of any of design, I think once that happens I will find myself in trouble, and I promise this will be my last thread jack but since I cant PM on here apparently and want your opinion on things what do you think looks better? my first shoulder belt design? or my updated one? after seing yours I liked how yours wrapped the body more so I gave my hand on that. any feedback would be awesome then I swear I will leave your thread alone :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piranha Posted March 5, 2012 Those updated Wolf Pack ones look very good b00sted. ED-209, I too wish that TLG gave us a new Black Falcon torso in the Joust instead of a recycled generic Dragon Knight one. Maybe when they revisit non licensed castle we will see it? I think I found a perfect way to apply your decals, I found someone who is able to print directly on parts, you simply mail the parts and email the designs and you pay for the printing service and shipping. I would need your permission to send your designs to be printed on the parts though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
K-Nut Posted March 6, 2012 I also realised that I'd never posted the actual figures! These are the earlier designs before I updated/corrected the insignia. Foot soldier on the left, Baron Corvus on the right: *snip* Now those are nice! Exactly how TLG would do it if redone. Great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ED-209 Posted March 6, 2012 those look sick, I have yet to actually do a sticker of any of design, I think once that happens I will find myself in trouble, and I promise this will be my last thread jack but since I cant PM on here apparently and want your opinion on things what do you think looks better? my first shoulder belt design? or my updated one? after seing yours I liked how yours wrapped the body more so I gave my hand on that. any feedback would be awesome then I swear I will leave your thread alone :P Thanks, I always get a buzz when I actually get them on the figs! I like the higher buckle more, but I explained in a bit more detail in your thread. I too wish that TLG gave us a new Black Falcon torso in the Joust instead of a recycled generic Dragon Knight one. Maybe when they revisit non licensed castle we will see it? Me too! But if Lego were really clever, they'd do a modern version as one of the Collectable Minifigures!! Now that would be a real army builder fig! I think I found a perfect way to apply your decals, I found someone who is able to print directly on parts, you simply mail the parts and email the designs and you pay for the printing service and shipping. I would need your permission to send your designs to be printed on the parts though. OK, I am very interested in this! I looked into it myself a while back but I couldn't find a decent price. You can certainly print them for your own use, PM me to discuss in further detail - I can adjust things to suit the print process if need be. Now those are nice! Exactly how TLG would do it if redone. Great work! Thank you indeed, although I'd still love to see an official one from Lego! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piranha Posted March 6, 2012 Me too! But if Lego were really clever, they'd do a modern version as one of the Collectable Minifigures!! Now that would be a real army builder fig! OK, I am very interested in this! I looked into it myself a while back but I couldn't find a decent price. You can certainly print them for your own use, PM me to discuss in further detail - I can adjust things to suit the print process if need be. A new updated Black Falcon as a CM would be epic. I would buy countless. I PM'd you the details of the seller offering the printing service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jakon Posted March 8, 2012 Seeing as how Lego seemed to be going for a darker falcons in the new figure, could you do a quarter square, black and white one with the new design? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
