Sirens-of-Titan Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) I am pleased to present my latest build in my series of fantasy MOC's. I decided to tackle the goblin faction this time: The Goblin Menace: Three centuries ago the Tasher Empire stretched from sea to sea across all Kingdoms of men. The Emperors built outpost and highways to connect even the most remote corners of the Empire, as far north as the Black Mountain Highlands. Endless slopes of pine forests and wilderness cover this area where wild beasts roam the land, and remote mountain villages are the only trace of human activity. The fortress of Karadan was erected to mark this remote Imperial border, but after the Empire's fall to barbaric invasions two centuries ago, it was overran and has subsequently fallen to ruin. Legends tell of a highly prized Tasher relic known as the "Conduit” which was hidden at Karadan before the Empire's collapse. An object desired by treasure hunters and royal courts alike the Conduit has been the goal of many expeditions into Karadan; all of which have ended in failure. “The Order of the Crown of Thorns” (The Kingdom’s major religious sect) has hired Asparuh of Leon and Vanek Irongut (heir of Omurtag) to reclaim the relic for the temple. On their way up the mountain they have joined up with Morgan; the witch of the Highlands, who has agreed to help recover the relic in order to save two village boys who have foolishly wondered into the ruin the previous night. Upon their arrival they have found a gory and frightening scene; a goblin camp. Goblins are a smaller; more conniving breed of orc that lives high in the mountains. Tunneling underground and launching raids from remote campsites, few creatures in the mountains are as deadly as a band of goblins; especially when they are led by a chieftain head-taker. As fate would have it; the goblin horde has made a permanent camp in Karadan’s ruins, and corrupted creatures have infested its every crevice, making short work of hapless explorers who wonder by. As Asparuh and the goblin Chieftain lock eyes across a field riddled with the remains and impaled heads of those who have come before, time begins to dwindle down for the boys lost in the ruin. Will the party of heroes be able to remove the goblin Menace, save the villagers and recover the mythical conduit? The poor peasant boys should have known better than to explore Goblin-made tunnels... Once again, coming to the rescue protagonist Asparuh, this time with his trusted Dwarf companion Vanek Irongut, and Morgan the Witch of the highlands. The highlands are a beautiful place ... and a very dangerous one as well. The Goblin Chieftain Head-Taker The conduit; hundreds have died in an attempt to possess it. It's power unknown, it is still cause for war, expeditions and religious schisms. Poison-tipped arrows are just the beginning... I hope you enjoy this! Comments are welcomed! Edit: More on MOCPAGES! Edited May 5, 2011 by I Scream Clone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inkog Posted April 29, 2011 Simply fantastic! I'm loving everything about this creation, especially the trees. Outstanding work, thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted April 29, 2011 AWESOME creation 'Sirens-of-Titan', the tall greenery and that leaning stone tower are fantastic ! Great custom figures, I kind of liking the musket with large ax head....band and chop ! Brick On 'Sirens-of-Titan' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregorovich Posted April 29, 2011 Your MOC's are simply stunning, Sirens-of-Titan! The stone walls are great, and I love the tunnel. Everything about this is excellent. Well done, and thanks for sharing! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tootsman10 Posted April 29, 2011 Sooo Cool, I love the use of the zombie head from series one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted April 30, 2011 Excellent MOC SoT! Lots of things to be loved on this build - the leaning tower, textured walls, water creek, sand tunnel - everything is simply well done. Great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickdoctor Posted April 30, 2011 So much to love here. The pines look great, and the technique you've used for the tower with all the cheese slopes is perfect. Very nice work, Sirens-Of-Titan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vindicare Posted April 30, 2011 Simply fantastic! I'm loving everything about this creation, especially the trees. Outstanding work, thanks for sharing. Yeah, the trees are outstanding. Seeing something so simple a tree made in such interesting and clever ways ob here. Very impressive imaginations we have on this site! Keep up the great work MOCers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristofBD Posted April 30, 2011 Great job! It is clearly your style, and I like it! I especially love how you shun away from using 'normal' bricks and instead use log bricks, (cheese) slopes etc. Very creative and it adds a particular atmosphere. I also like the fact that your MOCs are medium-sized. PErhaps sounds a bit odd, but that way all the details that you add to them really stand out. Simply stunning MOC once again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirSven7 Posted April 30, 2011 This is fantastic I love the story behind it all, its great. Trees are good too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mobricki Posted April 30, 2011 The trees are amazing plus I love the creek it almost looks like the water is moving!! :thumbup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.Cestus Posted May 1, 2011 Simply amazing Sirens-Of-Titan! So many different parts to this MOC, and all so detailed! The pine trees, creak, tunnel, even the curved stairway leading up to the ruins! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoboman Posted May 1, 2011 There is so much I like about this MOC. The leanig tower, the broken staircase, the treasure room, the river, and the creative characters. All combine to make this a fun MOC to look at. Well Done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
L-space Posted May 1, 2011 Great work. You made a beautiful river and a wondeful idea for the trees as well. Not to mention all the little scenes and detailling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Admiral Croissant Posted May 1, 2011 This is awesome. I like the ruined look it has, and it's still recognizable as a castle. The tunnle scene, the river and the trees are my favourite features of this MOC. Good job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rufus Posted May 1, 2011 Beautiful MOC, and so nicely presented. I love how you've done the cute little bridge, and the spiky trees are very clever. I also love the use of the 2x1 bricks with technic axle hole - simple but ingenious Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe Posted May 1, 2011 What is poor CP3O's head doing in there with the conduit?? Don't tell me that our heros will fight through to finally claim the prize, only to find out that it's just some chump frozen in carbonite! ps. Awesome build btw! I love builds with stories behind them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sirens-of-Titan Posted May 1, 2011 Thank you for the comments guys, I'm happy you like it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Scream Clone Posted May 2, 2011 Oh wow! I love the colours and attention to detail once again S-o-T, The storyline is progressing, but its the quality level of building and photography that tip it way over the edge. The trees are exceptional (a technique I have not seen used before) The sand area with ants is great as is the rest. Very inspiring, and kind of reminds me of Golden Axe and Baldur's Gate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sirens-of-Titan Posted May 3, 2011 Oh wow! I love the colours and attention to detail once again S-o-T, The storyline is progressing, but its the quality level of building and photography that tip it way over the edge. The trees are exceptional (a technique I have not seen used before) The sand area with ants is great as is the rest. Very inspiring, and kind of reminds me of Golden Axe and Baldur's Gate. Thank you ISC I'm glad you like it! Yeah I know the story is basic and throws a lot of info your way without a real literally tone, but it's actually the condensed version of a rather long into I wrote for it that I thought nobody would read just due to it's size. ( I think anything over 2 paragraphs just escapes most people's attention span ) The photography tuned out much better than my previous MOC's I think I finally got it down with the lighting in the room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverface Posted May 12, 2011 (edited) First I didn't really perceive this MOC but then I understod it and realized that this is awesome! The river is fastastic! Good work! Edited May 12, 2011 by Silverface Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roodaksta Posted May 14, 2011 Wonderful MOC Sirens-Of-Titan! The tilted tower was a nice detail you added, and the underground tunnel was nicely detailed and made as well. Can't wait to see more of your MOC's! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donut Posted May 14, 2011 Very awesome build Sirens-Of-Titan! These goblins sure know how to employ psychological warfare. The beheaded totems look very imposing, though the 3 heroes don't seem to mind it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ecclesiastes Posted May 14, 2011 (edited) Great Moc, Lots of details to discover! I Really enjoyed watching it! The tower really sets the scene with that skeleton hanging from it! And the trees are also wel done, I can use that idea! (and it's said before but that dwarf: ) Edited May 14, 2011 by mcdenbesten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
