Slegengr
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@Gozer I sent you a private message with an explanation of the arch process. You may need to have at least 10 posts with your Eurobricks account to obtain the rank of "Vassal" in order to view private messages. I am not sure about this, but let me know if you cannot see the message.
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@Gozer I will upload technique images tomorrow if I get the chance. This can be a frustrating technique for large arches, but it is a nearly exact representation of real arches in construction. The support during building is essential, and this is what makes it a challenge. I will explain more with the images soon.
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@Nerd-with-a-Pencil Neat bios! The Police Woman one seems to be missing? You have a knack for making these bios fit the figs quite well! One note: it would be more proper if the Celtic Battler spoke of the "skirling of the pipes" rather than the "ringing of the pipes". (As a piper, this stands out to me) @Robert8 Great figs again! I really like that minstrel!
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That's not what Rapid Rider looks like... Great build with inspiration that strikes a chord with me, LJ! The Rock Raiders theme is one of my favorite from my childhood. I really like the inclusion of the drills in a location that makes them unrealistic (just like most of the official sets), as the nose of the speeder would collide with the rock wall to be drilled before the drills could work! The color scheme is true to the original theme, and I like it! Nice saddle packs for tools and survival gear! The chrome gold grille and huge flame in back really help complete the RR look. I also really like the brown hands and clips as nose details, as they remind me of the cockpit roll cages in the official sets. That rockscape is lovely, and the different crystal colors really help the background to stand out without pulling too much attention away from the speeder. Nice work! Axel should have had his attention grabbed by such a blatant energy crystal seam as he passed. He must have been moving too fast.
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Book II Challenge V [Cat. A]: Orc outpost flyby
Slegengr replied to Exetrius's topic in Guilds of Historica
That picture is fantastic, maybe a better fit for sci-fi, but great here nonetheless! Excellent and beautiful photography and sweet jetpack design! Now I want one so I can buzz an orc outpost... -
@Gozer Do you mean arches in a bridge? It might work to use arch bricks or inverted slope bricks to make an arch, then stack 1x? bricks (like real stones in an arch) to make the arch surface. I have used this technique in a recent MOC and a MOC yet to be completed and posted, and the results seemed fine. This technique is a bit interesting to do, though, as the arch needs to be supported while the bricks are inserted until the last bricks are added. This becomes particularly difficult when there are multiple bricks in line on the same layer. Reference this post "Skybridge" where I used this technique. Also, here is the lighted image. If you want to build this type of arch and are interested, I could share more pictures of this technique from my larger MOC, in which I use the stacked bricks in layers that are made up of multiple 1x1, 1x2, and 1x3 bricks.
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Pins with holes or without holes? The explanation!
Slegengr replied to CopMike's topic in General LEGO Discussion
Is this the same case with plates? I was under the impression that the sets I have from the late 80's and early 90's came with plates without the pin holes, while sets I have from the late 90's and newer had the pin hole. I am just curious, as I have quite a number of sets resorted from old collections that I do not consider complete until the plates match what they should be. Is there any way to know what style probably came in a set? I also thought that bricks from the 80's and 90's sets had no pin hole. Did this start out without the pin hole, then shift to including the pin hole, then shift back to no pin hole? I know I have bricks in the pre-2000's shades (particularly light gray 1x2 bricks in castles) without the pin hole. Maybe I am just being too much of a perfectionist with my old collection, but I would like to know. -
LEGO Nexo Knights 2017 Discussion
Slegengr replied to Peppermint_M's topic in LEGO Action and Adventure Themes
The helmet mold is actually almost as old as they come, first showing up in 1984 sets such as 6021 Jousting Knights, 6080 King's Castle, and 6073 Knight's Castle. If the color in that pack is silver metallic, as are other parts from Nexo knights, this helmet appeared in this color in sets 71040 Disney Castle (on the statue) and 70319 Macy's Thunder Mace (on the squirebot). Otherwise, it might be the first time it is made in the shown shade of silver, as it is hard to tell what shade it is. -
As an engineer (mechanical, not train), I would say that the resistance would be higher when pushing than when pulling due to the difference in how the force reacts on the linkage. To pose this example, picture a rope. If you pull it, the rope stays aligned. If you push it, the rope ripples and coils over itself. Since the linkage on the train allows loose rotation, the motion could be exaggerated as the same as a rope. With the engine pulling, the cars are being aligned within the tracks. With the engine pushing, the cars will be pushed off-angle against the tracks trying to derail, causing more wedging within the track rails and resistance to the motion. I would not think this would be significant with LEGO trains, but it would have some effect. This is just my thoughts. Out of curiosity, what type of engine are you using (remote control, 9V, etc.)? I have an old 9V engine that runs faster or slower depending on which way it is placed on the rails. If the same thing is happening for you, flipping the engine bogie on the engine may help. I am not sure of this, but you might try it.
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Very interesting but, Umbra-Manis! As others stated, the parts usage for the wings is clever! The base works well as a nice accent to the bug rider. This is a good build for LDD with great techniques and excellent rendering!
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Book II, Challenge V: Cat A -A Welcome Message (Pt.2)
Slegengr replied to Legofin2012's topic in Guilds of Historica
Great continuation of your previous build, legofin! The amount of detail for this size of build is perfect with the stone texturing and log wall as well as the terrain and stream! The snowdrifts are nicely built. Your signature black base makes the stream spill-over all the more effective! -
Book II, Challenge V, Category A: Courier to Kaliphlin
Slegengr replied to Gideon's topic in Guilds of Historica
Perfect swamp, Gideon! Showing the horse plowing through the growth is marvelous! I like the simplicity of the build for such a great appearance with the brick layering for the border and the foliage atop the trans-clear layer! That trap plant looks superb, especially the use of the droid arms to add more teeth! I like the black background, though I can imagine it must be bothersome with dust! -
Nice tower, Maestro! The lean on the building and the ingrown tree really add to the fun of this build! This does resemble LD's style quite a bit in a very good way! I am in agreement with Henjin and SK that it would have looked better with more tree trunk, branches, and foliage, but I do still like it how it is. Nice half-timber techniques and beautiful red door!
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Beautiful smithy, mephistopheles! I really like the combination of dark brown and dark bley for a smithy! The roof looks great with the dark brown slope brick shakes. The ends are nicely completed with the black edge and the bull horns on top. Nice little balcony! As an amateur blacksmith, I have a few suggestions. The forge shaping looks great, though it might be a bit deep. Blacksmiths usually want the coal to be piled on a flatter, waist-height surface to make it easier to bury the metal under the coal and keep an eye on it and to avoid needing to bend over very often. If you look up images of blacksmith forges, I believe you will see what I mean. It also might be better to add a little bit more working space near the forge. Clearance is needed when working with hot metal, especially for any larger pieces. Do keep the anvils near the forge, though, as heat is lost quickly when moving from the forge to the anvil if the distance is too great. The inclusion of metal stock and barrels, along with a quenching tub, are important for a smithy. I would also recommend adding tool racks for tongs, hammers, files, etc. as different tools are used for different tasks and it is good to keep the tools near the working area (including different types and sizes of hammers). I agree with Henjin on the use of the masonry bricks. I would recommend using more SNOT tiles to break up the regularity, especially on the chimney (though it is somewhat difficult on a 2x2 chimney to achieve).
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Beautiful windmill, SK! The rounded stonework and half-timber are well done for this windmill! I like how you made the sails! The domed top is nicely done with the finishing half-barrel. What I like most about the build is the landscaping though! The texturing is beautiful and the landscape is broken up nicely with the stone pushing through and the sparse foliage covering the ground. The curving tree trunk works perfectly! I wish LEGO would make grass stalks in brown again so more of us could include them in our builds as you do... Including functionality, as usual, really sets this build at a higher level! I did notice, though, that the sails seemed to me to be spinning the wrong way (I think the sails should normally push the beam rather than pull it?). @mrcp6d As a fellow engineer, I also noticed the spiraling cross-beams as a structural weak point. Maybe I should not be so particular for a world made of LEGO pieces, but I do like to see things built in a manner that coincides with real-world physics.
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Book II, Chal V, Cat A: The Sultan's Rider
Slegengr replied to MKJoshA's topic in Guilds of Historica
Nice build, MKJ! I like your representation of the Kali oil fields with the slick black surface and the bubbles! I agree with others that smoother contours on the landscaping would be better, but the wedge plates work as well. Your different types of plants seem characteristic of Kaliphlin as well, and I like the 'ice cream cone' mushrooms! -
Book II Challenge V Category A - The Mailbox!
Slegengr replied to jaapxaap's topic in Guilds of Historica
Great idea, jaapxaap! The ramshackle mailbox looks like an interestingly unusual well! Nice idea with the fire inside to 'safeguard' the message from being read by the wrong eyes (or anyone's eyes, for that matter)! I still like your use of purple, especially in those transparent mushrooms! -
Book II, Challenge V, Cat A: A Message from the Jarl
Slegengr replied to mrcp6d's topic in Guilds of Historica
Excellent build, mrcp6d! I really like those trees! The trunk technique give a nice appearance of bark. What a great way to show snow on the trees as well! The snowdrifts and irregular base offset the cobblestone path very well. The Mitgardian figure is perfect with the fur hat and cloak, the 'hand' flags on the spear in Mitgardia's colors, and the snowshoes on the saddle! As a tough Mitgardian used to the cold, he probably does not need gloves. -
Book II Challenge V Category A: The swiftest path
Slegengr replied to Rconn0's topic in Guilds of Historica
Nice busy scene, Rconn0! The ship sail is interesting, though it does fill a lot of the front scene in such a small build. The wall is neatly built with a clean, smooth appearance with the arch details. The shutters on the window look really nice! Including a merchant stand is a nice idea and you built it well. -
Book II Challenge V Cat A - Spire - Algus interception
Slegengr replied to dathil's topic in Guilds of Historica
Interesting riders, dathil! The platform looks challenging to build, but quite nicely rickety for the Algus that ride it! Excellent use of the Tauntauns! Your SNOT base works well here with the snowy edges and stone path. The bush is a great addition! -
Book II Chal V: Cat A Catching an Alliance Courier
Slegengr replied to MiloNelsiano's topic in Guilds of Historica
Nice build, Milo! The different cloak colors for the characters makes them really stand out! I like that tree with the scraggly branches. The border is very interesting! -
Book II Challenge V Category A: Evening Falls Like a Vulture's Wing
Slegengr replied to Henjin_Quilones's topic in Guilds of Historica
Well-built scene, Henjin! The dark atmosphere is certainly captured. The vultures in the scene complete the finality of the scene. Nice techniques for the tree and vultures! The last picture has the right lighting and perspective to portray the end of the messenger. The only quirk for me is that the messenger's head is not resting on the stone, allowing light to pass in between. -
Book 2 Challenge V Cat A: A Shadow in the Night
Slegengr replied to LordDan's topic in Guilds of Historica
Great build, LordDan! That is a nice brick-built dragon! The posing of the minifigure works great here too, including the disconnected minifig legs to straddle the dragon. I really like the irregular base with great rockwork and nice wooden structure! -
Book II Challenge V Category A: The Eagle at the Great Wall of Hesperia
Slegengr replied to Henjin_Quilones's topic in Guilds of Historica
Excellent, Henjin! As others have said, your eagle is absolutely stunning! What a way to utilize the limited footprint! (I had considered a bird for a mount in a similar position, but I could not have done so nearly as well as you have done) Nice pose-ability on the eagle, though now you just need to make the wings able to be folded back into a rest position. The wall section and border are nice accents to the eagle with enough details to avoid looking bland next to such a magnificent bird! -
Book II, Challenge V: Cat A -ClearFalls Encounter (Pt.1)
Slegengr replied to Legofin2012's topic in Guilds of Historica
Very nice build, legofin! The snowscape, rockwork, and waterfall are all beautiful! I like both types of trees as well, especially the small snow-covered cheese-wedge trees! The small bridge is quite nice with the subtle decorative details and the arch piece! Interesting story and great fig posing as well. It is nice to see another build to continue where this story left off with the message in the stream.