the Inventor Posted February 22, 2011 (edited) In the woods of the dark forest, next to a small peaceful stream, the forestmen have a small base camp. The territory was long abandoned, and the small outpost laid in ruins. Until the forestmen claimed it as their own. Forestmen Hideout by the_ Inventor, on Flickr These pictures can be found on Flickr and Brickshelf. (when public) C&C are welcome Thanks for watching. the Inventor Edited May 22, 2011 by Rufus Indexed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wout Posted February 22, 2011 Wow, that's great. I wish lego would make a new set like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin1990 Posted February 22, 2011 really love the good use of the forestmen torso from the collectables. It really is an awesome moc! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirSven7 Posted February 22, 2011 Ahh Forestmen How I wish you would return to us all. This Moc is fantastic, I love the variety of forestmen you created from one type (also love the lady Forest(wo)man) I also love the overgrown feel you have with the basecamp, like nature is slowly claiming back the old building and the forestmen are happy to live side by side with that . Also love the Jonney Thunder Face, this face was used as my orignal robin hood for my old forestmen (until the series one minifigs came out) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sirens-of-Titan Posted February 22, 2011 That's a great build and you have taken flawless photos! Excellent work on all minifigures, the accessories-and-face combos make them full of character and quite lively. The guy with the fish is my favorite. If I may make one little suggestion it is to add a few ripples or different blues in the water, but other than that I love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I Scream Clone Posted February 22, 2011 This is a clear point of "smaller is better" in the case of castle walls. A lovely creation showcasing a relaxed village lifestyle. Great photography as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Niku Posted February 22, 2011 Lovely MOC it really gives the impression of being alive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted February 23, 2011 Excellent Forestmen Hideout the Inventor! I love the effective combination of the abandoned outpost, rock formations, the riverside and the surrounding greeneries spruced up by the busy daily life of the Forestmen. And like what the others said, great job on giving each forestman its own unique look. Impressive work overall! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabe Posted February 23, 2011 Lovely! The fish rack is great and the ruins are very well conceived. The whole thing looks marvellously uncluttered, but still contains a wealth of detail. The only thing i would query are the island trees... i'd have them looking more forest-like. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the Inventor Posted February 23, 2011 Thanks for all the comments, It was my goal to make each forestmen an individual, which turned out really nice in spite of them using all the same torso from the collectible mini figures. In my next moc I will try to use some different shades of blue, to make the water look better. the Inventor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tabris Posted February 23, 2011 What a lovely scene. The use of different colors and textures looks great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Artifex Posted February 23, 2011 Wow, great job! I was wondering if an army of forestmen would work well collectable Robin Hood style, and it surely does! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteFang Posted February 23, 2011 Ah! The life of the new Forestmen! It is a very lovely hideout and I am surprised that you have placed it beside the sea instead of a dense forest. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed every aspect of these archers in their hideout. I hope to do something like yours and it serves a pretty good inspiration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Admiral Croissant Posted February 23, 2011 Looks like a nice hideout on an excellent spot, with ruins and close to the water. I recently saw a Robin Hood movie and this MOC captures the spirit of such a forestman hideout very well But I also agree with Sirens-Of-Titan that some different colours of blue for the water would be nice. And perhaps let the people do some stuff like cooking or sharpening swords. Good job though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lordofdragonss Posted February 23, 2011 Great usage of all this pieces from Colectible Minifigs. Ruins looks great too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the Inventor Posted February 24, 2011 Thanks again for the comments. ... It is a very lovely hideout and I am surprised that you have placed it beside the sea instead of a dense forest. ... Well it isn't supposed to be the sea, but rather a small river, because a sea would indeed be a bit strange. ... I hope to do something like yours and it serves a pretty good inspiration. ... I'm looking forward to it, I really like the forestmen and I'm working on another forestmen MOC, which is almost finished. ... But I also agree with Sirens-Of-Titan that some different colours of blue for the water would be nice. And perhaps let the people do some stuff like cooking or sharpening swords. Good job though. I surly will change the water next time but I don't have that much other blue colours, so I have to buy some. And indeed some people could do something other than standing, I will think about it the next time. the Inventor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverface Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) You have done very good work. Thanks! The outpost is good. I like that forest very much too. I like Lego forestmen and you honour them. The hideout idea is very nice Thanks again! Edited February 28, 2011 by Silverface Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gotoAndLego Posted February 28, 2011 (edited) I think its great but one thing bothers me is that it looks like it is on a large body of water. You should make the water look like a stream by adding some of the other side's river bank. Edited February 28, 2011 by gotoAndLego Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euvor Posted March 1, 2011 If there's one theme Lego should bring back, it would have to be the forestmen! You've portrayed them very well in this Moc! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristofBD Posted March 1, 2011 Excellent MOC! What I like most is the fact that it uses simple bricks in a sophisticated way. By doing so it has an old school feeling that fits the forestmen very well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Elijah Timms Posted March 1, 2011 Outstanding! Love the detail and personality of the whole cast of characters... Robin, Little John, Marian. Great stuff! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lightningtiger Posted March 1, 2011 Gee, how did I miss this AWESOME creation, fantastic designing 'the inventor' - a perfect hideout for all those Forestmen.....and one Forestbabe.....gee they must get lucky sometimes ! Great work and Brick On 'the inventor' ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickArtist Posted March 1, 2011 Wow, I love this! The landscaping is great, you have effectively used BURPs, the incorporation of the printed pieces, and techniques in the walls are fantastic, and the transition from rocks to gateway is perfect. Now onto the few criticisms I have; The SNOT water is looking a bit bland, try some light blue, Dark blue, and white plates for transitions. The sand is a little simple for my liking-Perhaps more tan plates overlapping into the water. Last but not least-You haven't made enough forestmen MOCs Can't wait for more! Great work! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverface Posted March 2, 2011 (edited) If there's one theme Lego should bring back, it would have to be the forestmen! You've portrayed them very well in this Moc! If there would be one theme that Lego should bring back it would be western, but I still think this is very nice work! Edited March 2, 2011 by Silverface Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LegoEomer Posted November 1, 2015 Really nice build. I like the cozy medieval atmosphere you made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites