Artisanproxy Posted August 23, 2014 Posted August 23, 2014 (edited) Hello star wars lego people. Proxy here, first post. I've been collecting the star wars sets for a couple years now. I have a bad habit of buy two of each set to see if I can combine them into an improved version of the set. My latest run was at the Mos Eisely Cantina. Using two Cantina sets, along with some left over parts from my advanced Jabba's Palace, I made the follow improvements. I'm not 100% complete and satisfied with it yet, but its a good start. I wanted to keep the same feel as the original set, and not build something insanely accurate to the movies. I feel this still holds onto the heart of a lego set. Exterior Front entrance with Stormtrooper patrol 20140823_153120 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Stormtrooper patrol 20140823_153135 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Front view of the Cantina's side 20140823_153323 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Rear view of the Cantina's Side 20140823_153306 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Rear entrance 20140823_153254 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Interior Set still folds open as originally designed 20140823_153426 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Improved bar 20140823_153646 by artisanproxy, on Flickr I used the face from the Rancor handler for the bartender 20140823_153623 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Background characters on new wall (Bossk is totally getting a lap dance) 20140823_153557 by artisanproxy, on Flickr The band has been filled out to 20140823_153542 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Wall Tops Removed The side wall ceilings are removable for playability 20140823_153755 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Side view with ceilings removed 20140823_153811 by artisanproxy, on Flickr Top down view 20140823_153747 by artisanproxy, on Flickr I have advanced versions of some other sets I can post as well. Edited August 23, 2014 by Artisanproxy Quote
grum64 Posted August 23, 2014 Posted August 23, 2014 (edited) Welcome to Eurobricks Proxy This is a really nice build. I love your attention to detail :thumbup: It's a great way to introduce yourself I'm really looking forward to seeing the rest of your work Edited August 23, 2014 by grum64 Quote
Lobot Posted August 23, 2014 Posted August 23, 2014 Hi Proxy, and welcome to Eurobricks! This is a great improvement on the original, and I'm planning to do something similar when I can get a second set at a reasonable discount. I look forward to seeing the other sets that you've modified. Quote
AFOLguy1970 Posted August 23, 2014 Posted August 23, 2014 Oh, I totally like this! My hope is to have our first cantina in hand at the end of the month. Your build inspires me think about getting a second and trying a first mod. The extra seating places and expanded band members really look good. Thank you for sharing your mod! Quote
TheBear Posted August 23, 2014 Posted August 23, 2014 Good job, it's almost as if the set was designed with this in mind. Quote
jamie75 Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 I'm planning on doing the same thing with the Cantina, when I get them. Plus you have to buy 2 to get a full Cantina Band. Jamie Quote
AwesomeBantha Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Awesome MOC, Proxy! You've made a great set even better! I like the overall look of it-the bar is especially cool! I wish LEGO had made the set a little bit bigger, but you've given us a good option-an alternative build! Now, I've gotta find two of these on clearance! Quote
GrowlingWarrior Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Love the MOD! Would really enjoy seeing the rest of your work! Quote
rollermonkey Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Pretty much exactly what I want to do when I get a second set. :thumbup: Quote
The_Chosen_1 Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Great work, Proxy!! This is exactly what I want to do with this set. Waiting to get a second copy around Christmas time for a steep discount. Quote
Only Sinner Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 This looks fantastic, Proxy! Two sets do make for a much improved cantina. You have a complete bar, lots more booths, a full butt head band, and the rear exit for making hasty escapes! The parts for the two speeders could be useful for something, and who wouldn't want two dewbacks. Would be interested to see what else you have doubled up on. Quote
Rishab N Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Great work. I'd love to see your other modifications Quote
Darth Nader Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 What a much better variation of the Cantina compared to the official version. I'd love seeing your Jabba's Palace advancements as well. Quote
Nom Carver Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Hello star wars lego people. Proxy here, first post. I've been collecting the star wars sets for a couple years now. I have a bad habit of buy two of each set to see if I can combine them into an improved version of the set. My latest run was at the Mos Eisely Cantina. Using two Cantina sets, along with some left over parts from my advanced Jabba's Palace, I made the follow improvements. I'm not 100% complete and satisfied with it yet, but its a good start. I wanted to keep the same feel as the original set, and not build something insanely accurate to the movies. I feel this still holds onto the heart of a lego set. I have advanced versions of some other sets I can post as well. That is almost what I do with my sets, I would like to see more of your "MODed" sets, by the way great job with the cantina! Quote
Orange Leader Posted August 24, 2014 Posted August 24, 2014 Great mod, It looks more from the movie now then before. Quote
gavralcraw Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 Fantastic work. This is great. Love the way it all folds out. Quote
mechamike Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 (edited) Great Mod! Very nice! Allways fun to see beefed up sets. Bartender looks great, what head did you use for him? Edited August 25, 2014 by mechamike Quote
Mr. Cube Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 This is great! Very nice MOC. I like the bar area and how it all fits together. Quote
Chills Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 Marvelous!!! I'm a big fan of TLG's version of the cantina (I got it in recently and have yet to build it) but this version looks just fantastic! I guess I'll be searching eBay in a few months for a mini-figure-less set for cheap so I can do this MOD, too. Quote
Donnie Bricko Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 Excellent MOD. You really improved on the original design. Nice work -D Quote
TheBear Posted August 25, 2014 Posted August 25, 2014 You could take this further by adding another 2 sets, then you'd have the full cantina layout from the movie. They are already on Ebay in the UK for £29 without minifigures. Quote
Artisanproxy Posted August 25, 2014 Author Posted August 25, 2014 Thanks everyone for the encouragement. Quote
AndyRiley8 Posted August 27, 2014 Posted August 27, 2014 That's brilliant! I love the bar, and the 'lap dance' Great work! Quote
Jdurg Posted August 28, 2014 Posted August 28, 2014 You know, I've pretty much bought up all the available Star Wars sets that I want to buy due to my spending spree these past few months, but I think I'm going to pick up another Cantina and do this mod as well. It looks really good, and I'm sure I can find ways to make use of the minifigs that would be in excess for me. (Yet another Han Solo, Luke, and old Obi-Wan. The extra Greedo is useful, as are the three extra Bith guys and the Sand Troopers). Great job on the MOC! Quote
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