MOC: 2nd Annual Superman vs. Flash

[Captain Nemo]

Well hello again! It's almost time for Brickworld (You could count the hours!) but that also means it's time for another epic Superman and Flash race! (Because the two events are related?). So hold onto your hats, because here they co...oh wait...missed them...wait here they come aga...in. Well just watch for yourself!

2nd Annual Superman vs. Flash

Special Brickworld 2014 Edition

Based off the first Superman vs. Flash creation, this 2nd Annual Brickworld version features three main sections divided across three vignettes.

The 2nd Annual Race:

Starting furthest from the finish line, section one features the tail end of the race, where Gorilla Grodd attempts to slip up the Flash. Section two features the mid-race, where Lex Luthor and Bizarro attempt to squash Superman once and for all; while the third and more familiar section features the finish line of the race.

Before we look at the sections themselves however, I'll bring up some info on the creation overall. It's based on my 2013 creation Superman vs. Flash, and holds many similarities to its inspiration; such as having some of the same characters, like Lois and Jimmy; as well as having some of the same visuals like the flowing flags and the flying newspapers.

From Left, Back row: Upset Aquaman, Jimmy Olsen, Gorilla Grodd, Lex Luthor, Bizarro (Onlinesailin Custom Minifigure), the Gingerbread Man, Captain Boomerang, Captain Cold (Custom made by myself), Heat Wave.

From Left, Front row: Martian Manhunter, Superman, Flash (Christo Custom Minifigure), Batman, Wonder Woman, Perry White, Bad Hair-Day Lois, Crowbar Joker, Robin.

The most obvious difference between the two is the new much larger size and the updated speed lines, which are based on those seen in my creation Flash vs. the Rogues. There has also been a significant color swap from black and grey to dark tan and grey, which significantly changes the look and feel of the creation.

The build has now been expanded to show more of the surrounding Metropolis area. To get a better feel of this, I constructed a Daily Planet fountain, with a large globe--this may acutally be my favorite part of the creation. I also added a Daily Planet Newspaper stand to give a better location to have flying newspapers come from.

Another significant addition was the two palm trees. When building this creation, I was inspired by another builder’s depiction of Metropolis; Xenomurphy’s epic 2011 creation Superman & Young Justice vs. Brainiac; which features the Daily Planet in a more tropical Miami styled Metropolis. The palm trees fit with the atmosphere I created, plus they look spectacular in the wind!

Section 1; the Banana Affair:

The first section of the race is the farthest from the finish line, and also the smallest—but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t back a punch. Gorilla Grodd has laid a slippery trap for the Flash; using a well-placed banana (Which he does not like! Does not like!) to take down the scarlet speedster. But, just as foolish of a plan as it was last time, and as ridiculous as a plan as it was for the Riddler; we know by now that Flash is immune to comic takedowns by bananas—next time try the yellow banana thing on GL Grodd!

Section 2; the Kryptonite Drop:

The second set shows more trouble faced by our racing duo, although this time directed at Superman. Notable bald-baddy Lex Luthor has teamed up with Bizarro (A great custom minifigure by Onlinesailin, based off his expensive SDCC appearance), have gathered up a large collection of Kryptonite in a sack and are ready to drop it on Superman—if only they could have agreed in time who would pull the drop-cord!

We also see a rather hilarious addition in this section—a third racer, the Gingerbread Man! Oh run as fast as you can Gingy, but not this year…not this year.

Section 3, The Finish Line:

The third section is the largest and most familiar to those who view my creations. It is the finish line where Superman and Flash race by the spectators to the victory line—causing huge commotion to ensue because of the supersonic winds that follow them!

It’s because of the wind that we get some more commotion in this section. Lois’s hair is still messed up like last time, but we also get another spectator’s hat blowing in the wind, and another poor fellow is about to be drenched at the worst of times! There’s an old lady being mugged (Ironically, what with all the Superheroes around), and we also find Aquaman pouting at his now lack of water, and members of Flash’s Rogues; Captain Boomerang, Captain Cold (A custom figure I made in early 2013), and Heat Wave; coming late to the party to spoil what’s left of it (The after party?)!

Enjoy, and see you at Brickworld Chicago 2014!

~Nemo

[samurai-turtle]

I thought of a funny thing to add, put a turtle in the race (maybe winning).

[Masked Builder]

Your creations are always such a treat! I love that you went back an expanded on an older MOC. I wish I was coming to Brickworld.

[Captain Nemo]

I thought of a funny thing to add, put a turtle in the race (maybe winning).

You mean Speedy! :wub:

He has won contests before!

Your creations are always such a treat! I love that you went back an expanded on an older MOC. I wish I was coming to Brickworld.

Thanks! It's a big treat for me to go back and re-make creations. Honestly I don't know how I've made it this long without destroying my Brickworld creations. No matter what, the longer I have a creation built--the more I hate it--since everytime I look at it, I start thinking of ways of how I could make it better! It's a curse I must bear!

[Masked Builder]

Thanks! It's a big treat for me to go back and re-make creations. Honestly I don't know how I've made it this long without destroying my Brickworld creations. No matter what, the longer I have a creation built--the more I hate it--since everytime I look at it, I start thinking of ways of how I could make it better! It's a curse I must bear!

Oh I know exactly what you mean. Perfectionist all the way.

[Gooker1]

Super well done!! Love the details and the banana is killer.

[AmazingPharaoh]

Turned out well, I think. Really like the gorrila.

[Rinzler]

PERFECTION! One of the best MOCs I've ever seen!

Quick question though, why didn't you use the official Lego Flash rather than the Christo one?

[TheLegoDr]

^Many people don't like the official rendition and prefer Christo's. I think it is the helmet and the boot printing. They do make a difference, but overall I am quite happy with the official version.

This is a neat build. I like the effect of newspapers flying and whatnot.

I always wondered why they would even bother racing. What's the point of Kal being able to run fast since he can fly. Just like why leap tall buildings in a single bound...you can fly!!! Use it.

Either way, fun build.

Edited June 12, 2014 by TheLegoDr

[somelegothings_]

Fantastic MOC! I love all the sections, it really gets to the point and is a very interesting way of portraying something very perfectly executed rather than a fairly long baseplate mess that I would have made. This needs to be on the front-page news!

[Captain Nemo]

PERFECTION! One of the best MOCs I've ever seen!

Quick question though, why didn't you use the official Lego Flash rather than the Christo one?

^Many people don't like the official rendition and prefer Christo's. I think it is the helmet and the boot printing. They do make a difference, but overall I am quite happy with the official version.

This is a neat build. I like the effect of newspapers flying and whatnot.

I always wondered why they would even bother racing. What's the point of Kal being able to run fast since he can fly. Just like why leap tall buildings in a single bound...you can fly!!! Use it.

Either way, fun build.

Yeah that's the reasoning behind using Christo's Flash instead of the official one. Is just far superior, and honestly if I didn't own Christo's Flash before I got Lego's one, I think I'd be really disappointed. I wish Lego would design their superhero figures like TT games, which almost always seem better in my opinion.

As for why their racing? Yeah that is kinda out there. It's more of a silver age kinda thing--I mean that was a publicity stunt we did in the sixties to shut the hippies up! (Wait was that Iron Man?). Anyways, to me it's more nolstolgic because of its appearance in the Superman Animated series, so I can forget some of the logistics of it.

Edited June 13, 2014 by Captain Nemo

[Rinzler]

Oh, the only thing I think Christo has over Lego is the boot printing, pure genius

[Dbash56]

I am in love with the "speed lines" (or whatever they are called lol) but this is a great MOC!

[KCMatze]

Could you share a picture of your Captain Cold? Scrolled through your flickr stream but could not find any pic of him in totality! Thanks :)

[And where did you find the headpiece in this colour?]

Edited June 14, 2014 by KCMatze

[Captain America fan 1]

Wow, nice job again! So... who won? My money's on flash

[lin150311]

interesting

[Robianco]

I love the fact that everyone else's reactions are too slow and they're still looking down the track... except Batman... who is looking directly at the runners on the finish line!

[the lego dwarf]

Looking foreword to the 3rd annual Superman vs Flash.