Algernon Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 It feels good to finally get back into MOCing again! Now that summer's on, I have a lot more time and energy for building. This is only the second model I've designed in a couple of years, so keep that in mind! Presenting the N-4 "Knight" Deep Space Recon and Science Vessel! The N-4 "Knight" is an exploration star ship designed for long-term voyages into the uncharted sectors of space. Unlike most star craft its size, the N-4 is intended to function with complete independence from resource checkpoints and nearby star fleets, relying on plentiful on-board supplies and cutting-edge hyperdrive technology for sustained deep-space travel. Although it is a science vessel, the Knight is equipped with frontal dual-linked plasma cannons mounted on each wing. Rumor has it that the original design for the N-4 did not include these warship-class armaments, but were added by request of N-4 pilots due to the uncertain nature of their voyages. N-4 pilots are often come from a military background and are well trained in space combat. Some have theorized that the N-4 science voyages serve a double purpose, such as searching for enemy outposts. No official comment has been made on this matter. The midsection of the ship is manned by a highly trained technical analyst who is responsible for scanning planet surfaces, remotely testing atmospheric composition, monitoring ship functionality and other varying technical duties. His role is essential to the purpose of the N-4 and is a highly sought-after position with lucrative pay. The rear of the N-4 is occupied by the docking bay for the manned recon capsule, which the N-4 will jettison whenever a point of interest is located. One of the main functions of the N-4 is to deploy scouting teams onto alien worlds for exploration and sample collection. Obviously, this is very dangerous work, and the recon teams often consist of discharged soldiers and ex-convicts. For this reason, the scouting parties are isolated from the N-4's other crew members. The recon capsule is jettisoned from the rear docking bay... And the scouting party is deployed. From left to right: The pilot, technical analyst, and recon team. And there you have it! As always, comments and criticism are encouraged! Also please have a look at one of my other recent MOCs: Thanks for looking! Quote
meyerc13 Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Making a model with so much of one color can be a real challenge. It's all too easy to lose detail when building like this. However, you have really done a great job of bringing out a lot of detail by using plates and tiles, rounded edges and sharp edges, the contrasts really work well. Great job! Hard to believe it's only your second model (the first was great as well, btw) in years. Quote
DraikNova Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Nice: Epicness ✔ Awesomesauce ✔ Coolness ✔ Quote
Hammerstein NWC Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Very very nice MOC - so many wonderful details - I think my favorite part is the recon capsule. Quote
soccerkid6 Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 I really like the way you incorporated the windshield in the front The analyst area is really cool too, as is the scouting party. Good use of that "pod" piece Quote
lightningtiger Posted July 3, 2012 Posted July 3, 2012 Excellent design 'Algernon', interesting story to it and it's crew.....can they trust the recon crew ? But is it a short haul or long haul craft.....long time stuck in tiny spaces....where's the toilet ? Anyway I like the design of the craft, appears some inspiration has come from classic space. Brick On Fly On 'Algernon' ! Quote
Algernon Posted July 3, 2012 Author Posted July 3, 2012 Making a model with so much of one color can be a real challenge. It's all too easy to lose detail when building like this. However, you have really done a great job of bringing out a lot of detail by using plates and tiles, rounded edges and sharp edges, the contrasts really work well. Great job! Hard to believe it's only your second model (the first was great as well, btw) in years. You're too kind! Honestly, I only really know how to MOC with one color, since that's what I'm used to. Color schemes aren't my strong point - I just happen to have a lot of white parts. I really like the way you incorporated the windshield in the front The analyst area is really cool too, as is the scouting party. Good use of that "pod" piece The capsule is actually an old X-pod canister I found lying around. I was determined to use it somehow - LEGO must have put studs on it for a reason. Excellent design 'Algernon', interesting story to it and it's crew.....can they trust the recon crew ? But is it a short haul or long haul craft.....long time stuck in tiny spaces....where's the toilet ? Anyway I like the design of the craft, appears some inspiration has come from classic space. Brick On Fly On 'Algernon' ! Maybe they use a vacuum like modern astronauts It's supposed to be a long-haul vessel, but it's smaller in size than most ships like that so I guess it's more like a space camper. I was definitely inspired by classic Space! I get tired of building fighters and military Space themes, I think the world needs more peaceful exploration starships, am I right?! Quote
Si-MOCs Posted July 7, 2012 Posted July 7, 2012 Really nice job! Some nice shaping and fun parts usage. The scouting pod is great. The integration is well done - but what really makes me go is what you put IN the pod! Incredible amount of details. I kinda like the monochrome colour - scientists aren't overly flashy so it works. Slight nitpick: the white is slightly off - you could try some photo software to make it gleaming white (since you have so much white!) Quote
Algernon Posted July 13, 2012 Author Posted July 13, 2012 Really nice job! Some nice shaping and fun parts usage. The scouting pod is great. The integration is well done - but what really makes me go is what you put IN the pod! Incredible amount of details. I kinda like the monochrome colour - scientists aren't overly flashy so it works. Slight nitpick: the white is slightly off - you could try some photo software to make it gleaming white (since you have so much white!) I just have a lot of white parts. I'm just used to sticking to one or two colors with my designs, so that's what wound up happening. Thank you! Quote
nunofilipe72 Posted July 13, 2012 Posted July 13, 2012 Nice work I like the idea to use the x-pod Quote
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