[MOC] Isengard and Tower of Orthanc (LOTR)

[-DoNe-]

Let me present my Isengard MOC! After finishing the design in studio.io last year I’ve finally got to the point where I could build it in real bricks. It’s been quite the project coming in at 5 333 pieces. It features the Tower of Orthanc with surrounding gardens of Isengard. For the tower I have used Legos set from 2014, with an added level. Due to the size of the trees I knew I had to add to the height of the Tower. This resulted in a library being added in the middle section above the original throne room. This addition have given the tower better overall proportions. I’ve already started working on another level which will be added near the top. The base is constructed from wedge plates to achieve a nice round shape finished of with a black border around it as a nod to the ring of Isengard. As for the trees I opted for dark brown and dark green as this best represents old growth. They also vary in size and coverage in the canopy. For the gardens one detail remain to be added; a chain-link fence. Hopefully I will be able to order the parts I need in the coming days. Together it all makes for a highly detailed and massive display standing at a respectable 84cm tall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited May 14, 2025 by -DoNe-

[baublitz]

Gorgeous, no buzz yet!? Quite attractive to behold. How does it compare to the original LEGO model, do you have that one too? The footprint looks nice and space-saving, too.

[-DoNe-]

On 5/5/2025 at 8:43 PM, baublitz said:

Gorgeous, no buzz yet!? Quite attractive to behold. How does it compare to the original LEGO model, do you have that one too? The footprint looks nice and space-saving, too.

Many thanks! As of right now its more additions to the original set than all-out modifications. In a few weeks the mods will become more apparent. 

[thewatchman]

Incredible in scale and detail!

 A rare combination. 
The detailing in shape is amazing, interior and the gardens too! Congrats on such a fantastic piece.

[Shroffy123]

Really good! The landscape changes the set completely. 

[hikouki]

Excellent work!

[-DoNe-]

17 hours ago, thewatchman said:

Incredible in scale and detail!

 A rare combination. 
The detailing in shape is amazing, interior and the gardens too! Congrats on such a fantastic piece.

Many thanks for the kind words! 

8 hours ago, Shroffy123 said:

Really good! The landscape changes the set completely. 

Thanks! I always loved the set but it looked a bit lost just standing on its own. 

4 hours ago, hikouki said:

Excellent work!

Thank you! 

[baublitz]

On 5/7/2025 at 2:56 AM, -DoNe- said:

Many thanks! As of right now its more additions to the original set than all-out modifications. In a few weeks the mods will become more apparent. 

Excellent I can't wait to see the finished product!

[Grin]

Marvelous work!
 

[-DoNe-]

20 hours ago, Grin said:

Marvelous work!
 

Thank you! 

[JustABard]

Hello, I have been thinking of adding another level to my tower of Orthanc as well, and love what you have done here! Do you have a part list by chance for that library level?

[-DoNe-]

On 1/17/2026 at 12:07 AM, JustABard said:

Hello, I have been thinking of adding another level to my tower of Orthanc as well, and love what you have done here! Do you have a part list by chance for that library level?

I have a stud.io file. If you're interested I can upload it to my rebrickable. Sadly I don't really have the time to make the instructions 100% perfect but with the file and auto-generated instructions it should be doable!