[MOC] My Majisto's GWP Fix - using no extra Parts!

[Sebbl]

After a failed experiment, Majisto had to rebuild his workshop. On this occasion, he made many improvements.

Today I want to share with you my first alternate build for set 40601: Majisto's Alchemy Workshop!

I wanted to create a home that is appropriate for Majisto, the master of magic and started with the interieur details.
It should include a desk, an alchemy table, a bed and an armor stand, as well as a teasure chest that actually contains a treasure!

At first, I tested different designs for the alchemy table: it needed to fit into the limited space but also look interesting.
I noticed that I could create a full process of making a potion:

• Green ingredients are heated in a pot over a flame.
• A duct above the pot is connected to a pipe that emmits blue vapors.
• At the end of the pipe, there is a tap that can be lifted to fit a glass below.
• Since the blue components have evaporated, the resulting potion is yellow!

As you can see in the image, the fire place is no longer split when hinging the house open.

Since I'm not a big fan of the shoulder armor and the silver color does not do the Dragon Knights justice, I created a armor display stand.
The idea is that Majisto uses his magic to make the armor more resistant. Wielded by the right knight, the double bladed battle axe is a powerful weapon.

You probably already spotted the working door. Even with his hat on, Majisto can enter his lovely home.
But what does the treasure chest contain?

It is a yellow crystal, full of magic energy.

Just in case you where wondering: the black flag ontop of the tower is a sign of grief over the lost raven, a loyal friend of Majisto.

Climbing up the ladder that connects the three floors of the house, we find a bed for the wizard.
My daughter convinced me that the pillow shouldn't be black, and I think she was right.

The only place that is still missing is the study room in the tower. It contains a desk with a magic formula, a feather and ink.

The window can be opened to let light inside and two spears decorate the walls.

Just for the sake of completeness, here's a picture showing all the interieur at once.

But of course, I also wanted to have a great exterieur. In this case, the pictures certainly speak for themselves.

I'm very happy with how finished it looks. Especially with the way I was able to complete the tower using SNOT technique.
I also think that the roof with the romantic window is a highlight. Finally, the small conifer must not go unmentioned.

What do you think of my version of Majisto's workshop?

If you have set 40601 you can build it yourself using my instructions on rebrickable. You don't need any extra pieces for this 😊

Edited December 6, 2023 by Sebbl

[Mr Maniac]

Wow! Nicely done! I think this does a great job of improving the interior of the original GWP! And without adding any new parts, that makes this all the more exceptional! The fact that it also adheres to the design principles of all Dragon Master buildings makes this even cooler! Bravo!

[SirBlake]

Really nice job on this.

[Sebbl]

Thank you so much for your feedback!

I'm indeed a huge fan of the Dragon Master theme. The Fire Breathing Fortress is the only castle set from pre-color-change that I own 😊

But the 80s where great too, so I've built another alternate model for the set, representing the legendary Guarded Inn!

Unlike the workshop above, it has some open sides. This is how I was able to avoid using the big rock pieces.

When switching heads, Majisto can be turned into the landlady of the inn!

Here's a picture of it. You find more details over on rebrickable.

https://rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-166794

Edited December 17, 2023 by Sebbl

[dvw2]

Wow, @Sebbl, this is an excellent alternative! Fits in with a castle building very well. I’m going to think about trying it when I get around to opening my copy. Thanks for sharing it!

Edited December 18, 2023 by dvw2

[Retrocity]

Both models are great, but I really like the second build making it an inn.  I ended up with two copies of the Workshop, and I may just have to make that inn with one of them (I am thinking of first making a larger set combining both to see what I can come up with).