legorevolution Posted May 25, 2010 (edited) I built this 30x30 dio for the 'Empire Strikes Back' contest over at the CABG. The challenge was to portray a scene on Hoth with at least 1 Snowtrooper and 1 Rebel. I met those guidelines, but decided to take a more humorous approach. Enjoy! Near one of the side entrance points of Echo Base on Hoth, some Rebel scouts make their way through the trenches. Thinking they have caught the sith lord Darth Vader, they call in to open the side entrance. Fatal mistake. Wait for it... "Sir look Darth Vader!" "He's surrendering!" "Call this in. Tell them to open the side entrance to the base, and say we've got a prisoner!" Due to deep snow, battles fought on Hoth during the Clone Wars resulted in many casualties and MIA troopers.. Contrary to popular belief, beneath the frozen surface of Hoth, there are natural hot springs that make perfect places of rest and spas. It is a popular destination for criminals wanted by the Space Police. Ice crystals, though not as high in mineral count as rocks, are still a nutritious part of a rock monster's diet. I have more pictures available for viewing in my photostream here. Cheers Edited August 23, 2010 by KimT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Admiral Ron Posted May 25, 2010 Hilarious! great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted May 25, 2010 Very funny ! You can't trust Vader now can you ? AWESOME MOC 'legorevolution' ! I'm a conformist! ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Major_Ton Posted May 25, 2010 Awesome MOC!! You really made the most out of the limited space you had there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Delta 38 Posted May 25, 2010 Interesting crossover with other themes. Nice idea. There's a clear thingy next to the buried clone trooper, what is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dharkan Posted May 25, 2010 Such an awesome work man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickus Posted May 25, 2010 Awesome, I love it, very clever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sigpro Posted May 25, 2010 Very funny, indeed that is a very good moc. Congratulations! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John31388 Posted May 25, 2010 Very funny man, great job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
-JD- Posted May 25, 2010 Ackbar iz teh best! w00t! Great creation. This is up there in my favourite MOCs on Eurobricks! I love the idea, and how you managed to fit in all the little easter eggs! Keep this up! If this isn't frontpaged, I'll take it as a personal insult. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brickfoot Posted May 25, 2010 Thats an amazing Moc. I like the humor in it too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legorevolution Posted May 25, 2010 There's a clear thingy next to the buried clone trooper, what is it? That is a rare transparent fish piece that originally came from the Ninja line I believe. It was meant to look like ice. Thanks for the kind comments everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Legonater Posted May 25, 2010 This is great. I think the part that really gets me is the fact that Ackbar's there ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Commander Flash Posted May 26, 2010 I like it. The side greebles on the base of the diorama are a cool detail, and I like how the floor has both metal and snow. The little details like the MIA troops and criminal hideout are a funny addition. Good job and good luck in the contest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Palms Posted May 26, 2010 Nothing like a good old fashioned Hoth themed MOC at the end of the day. Funny backstory though not really original. I love the greebled base it really adds charm . Overall 7/10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spyder Posted May 26, 2010 "It's a trap!" Maybe they'll heed Ackbar's warning this time. About the creation itself, I just love it. The humor, the details, all the little hidden things... Great work, can't wait to see more creations from you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randal Posted May 26, 2010 putting akbar there so that he can conveniently say his favorite line on cue was my favorite part. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daniel Williams Posted May 26, 2010 Awesome idea, nice execution and very wicked sweet presentation. I also like the fact that you added some remaints of the Old Repbulic army as well. It's also interesting to think that they were fooled by such an obivious trap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Delta 38 Posted May 26, 2010 That is a rare transparent fish piece that originally came from the Ninja line I believe. It was meant to look like ice.Thanks for the kind comments everyone! Ah, I see. I thought it might have been a fish piece, but I wasn't sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ras 74 Posted May 26, 2010 That is a nice MOC yo made. Very smooth and sleak SNOT design. It is just how I thnk a Hoth scene should look like. Very funny with the Vader-snowman as well. Nice with all the small fun things hidden in the layers of the snow. Good luck in the competition! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Legonater Posted May 26, 2010 That is a rare transparent fish piece that originally came from the Ninja line I believe. It was meant to look like ice. I was under the impression the first fish piece was released alst eyar, with the Pirates line . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rinconstar Posted May 27, 2010 I love it, very clever Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lt.Gonville brickhead Posted May 29, 2010 (edited) awesome Edited May 29, 2010 by lt.Gonville brickhead Share this post Link to post Share on other sites