Ayrlego Posted January 24, 2022 After successfully completing their northern patrol, 1st Lieutenant Dirk Allcock's troop is assigned the more challenging South Western sector, near the ill defined southern border. This area has a vastly different environment to the cooler North, here the pine forests give way to arid grasslands and desert. The locals are a mixture of races and cultures and the cavalrymen encounter many colourful characters. At a traditional southern house, the patrol are welcomed by the locals, who offer them a place to stay for the night. In the morning, they will continue to search for the bandit gang plaguing the area. Tonight; however, they can relax to the upbeat music and fiery food of offered by their hosts. The next in my Western series, I really enjoyed this one and have been wanting to build something Mexican themed for a long time now. The house design was much inspired by @Norton74's Mariachi wagon and Mexican house, which I have admired ever since I first saw it! As with my colonial builds, my extensive childhood collection of off-coloured white came in handy again! I deliberately used the same base as the North West Frontier MOC to highlight the contrast in the different environments (definitely not and because I'm lazy with bases... !) I've seen the dinosaur flippers used as plants before, but I designed (for me) a new way of supporting them. I put together a breakdown in case anyone is interested below: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feuer Zug Posted January 24, 2022 Great build. I can really feel the Southwest vibes in the scene. The building hits all the right architectural embellishments, and the minifigs are perfect. I love your use of the flippers to create the agave/prickly pear plants. Kudos. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NOD Posted January 24, 2022 This is a very beautiful building with many details. I like the wooden elements used in construction. The cactus is a great idea and looks good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Dee Posted January 24, 2022 Beautiful build and unique subject matter. I love it! Those minifigs fit this scene perfectly. And those plants are really cool. Something like this would make a really neat set. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
koalayummies Posted January 24, 2022 This is one of the most gorgeous MOCs I've seen in a long time. Really nailed the aesthetic and feel of the inspiration. The Earth/Sand green for foliage color helps the dry and arid feel and a perfect blend of tiles and studs for that trampled but rough terrain. Upside-down treasure chest lid as a planter is clever. Fantastic end to end. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
williejm Posted January 24, 2022 This really is gorgeous. Love the overall look and the level of detail. Amazing job with the cactus flipper leaves! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExeSandbox Posted January 25, 2022 This hits just as hard as Norton74's build! (I guess lightning can strike twice ) The execution of the design looks perfect to me, very tasteful colors and environment details. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackdeathgr Posted January 25, 2022 Clasic Ross Ayrlego! I really love that Wild West vibe and that (by now) instantly recognizable and beloved style! Everything is awesome, including but not limited to the plants, the base, the pergola, etc! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zinnn Posted January 25, 2022 Incredible stuff, the building, plants, just wow. Love it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Khorne Posted January 25, 2022 The influence of Norton's build is definitely there, but you did your thing with the subject and made another gorgeous build. You really nailed the architectural details and captured the feeling of Spanish America. There's plenty of details and things to look at; job well done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGO Train 12 Volts Posted January 25, 2022 Beautiful architecture and amazing choice of colors The arbor is my favorite part Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoth33 Posted January 26, 2022 Great build. The building itself looks just like something from an old western movie, in a good way. The base has some nice texture. Your idea for the plants is a neat detail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aliencat Posted January 26, 2022 Those plants are perfect! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Professor Thaum Posted January 27, 2022 Really nice one. What a feeling ! Again you're a killer with the greenies. Nice use of dinosaurs flippers which suits particularly with the mexican touch/spirit of that build. Yet another Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickwolf Posted January 28, 2022 Great south western scene! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peppermint_M Posted February 3, 2022 Thanks for the tutorial on that plant, the end result is fantastic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roadmonkeytj Posted April 2, 2022 The dino tail succulent is spot on ! Love the details in this one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jodawill Posted April 4, 2022 This is amazing! You should add a Zorro minifigure to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vliebricker Posted November 15, 2022 Nice southwestern scene you've built, Ayrlego. You could expect Clint Eastwood to step out of the door any minute.....😉👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
