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I actually like the pelican on this!

It looks very playable ... I like it

You actually have a whole team that currently GM the Amcra's ... Can't wait to see the story we get to work with!

I think it looks quite nice in those colors

The barrels for the mast is a nice touch

Glad you liked it!

@Bregir Im really digging the look of the mason brick as well ... Cant wait to see it come together.

Previously our adventure Edwin Fitzgerald had made it to Fatu Hiva. He had scoped out a local pub and heard a mess of stories mostly sounding like myth. He awoke to a letter by his bedside giving him instructions to collect his unit from the garrison and his escort from the order will meet him there. It was strange to Edwin that he never heard anyone enter or leave the room as the bolt was still thrown on the door. He made his way down to the garrison and handed the paperwork he was given to the gatekeeper. Soon his platoon of what must surely have been company rejects and unknowing privates. Beggers cant be choosers he said to himself. None the less Edwin drilled the men all the same as he had a great deal of dealings with regimented men. What is this the retro show? Is that really the uniforms your wearing now? Don't you think those are a little dated? And what is on your backs? Its a company issue ruff sack Sir. We are going into a jungle to carry supplies perhaps you should obtain a larger sack private! At that the men were sent to the quartermaster to supply properly. Upon their return they were fitted with proper uniforms and Sacks with ample space to store a saber. As Edwin was reviewing the troops a calamity came roaring up. What is the means of this! Edwin shouted. The quartermaster said we should have ample room for supplies with this. Edwin held his anger and spoke calmly and slowly. Private ... We are heading into the Jungle ... There are no roads nor paths where we are headed. Perhaps you could suggest to your quartermaster a pack horse instead! Edwin briefed the troops on their mission and soon the Private returned with a more suitable horse. Well done Mr. Fitzgerald ... You've done an excellent job getting these men into shape. The Womens' voice from under the hooded cape caught him off guard. Cleopatra Axelandria DuBouis... I will be your escort through the remainder of this mission. You will not leave my side Mr. Fitzgerald. I was unaware there were Females allowed in the Order Miss DuBouis, let alone ones so easy on the eyes. Edwin replied. Please call me Cleo and they do just not commonplace as most women don't have what it takes. I was chosen for the Order at a young age and been raised by my Superiors. My Loyalties lie with my faith do we understand Edwin? At that they set out for the jungle. Two days in they crossed paths of many destroyed idols, at one Cleo stopped and looked genuinely worried. This is the work of the Padre ... I hope we are not too late and my superiors have given him just enough info to lead him astray. Cleo said worriedly. Edwin tried to question her but there was little time and they pressed on. Towards the end of the night they reached an alter with food offerings. Cleo seemed to be relieved to see it. She explained that this alter was a place to bring offerings to Drakon. That we were close now and that it was good that it was still intact. She said that meant there was still hope that none of the expeditions had found her yet. Her?!? Edwin said abruptly ... Cleo I think you need to inform me just what exactly we are searching for. Also what it is that you needed my services for aswell. I will explain everything but first let me place a few candles Cleo said as she set the strangest looking candles Edwin had ever seen on the alter. Once lit she grabbed Edwin by the arm and began to run. Soon they were back a safe distance and the platoon was waiting. Just as Edwin was about to comment on the oddity of this troop a concussive blast ripped through the trees ... After picking himself up off the ground Edwin instead turned his question towards Cleo ... Just where did you get those "candles" from?!? Cleo calmly replied. From one of the Wayfair Trade Company ships ... They are a blast aren't they? I hate to destroy the alter but it needed to be done to ensure her safety. With that she said I will explain everything tonight when we make camp. I need you prepared Mr. Fitzgerald. We hiked through treacherous rocky cliff ridden jungle, there were bones scattered everywhere you looked. Until we came upon a small clearing backed up against a bluff. Finally they had made camp and even though Cleo showed him drawings and explained the whole "myth" of Drakon no amount of preparation could have prepared Edwin for what he would see the next day . . . . . . . To be continued _______ You will find out who Drakon is in my Cat C C&C welcomed

Thanks I like to involve other entries as it makes the story believable Many thanks ... I tried to put little bits of humor in this so im glad its interpreting well. As far as the micro ... I felt like it was rushed since it came together so quickly ... But then I had been thinking of it all week lol

This is an amazing village in itself tons of tecniquies i will use in the future. It is ashame you will not have any further work as this is tops

Loving the story and the build really has a swampy feel

Clever little alter ...

I agree with the comments some single rail placed strategicly would look good ... I like the traverser honestly

I remember you could infact get 12v in the us but it was special order and was 300 - 400 bucks (back then that was alot) ... A hobby store I frequented as a kid sold it and I always wanted it ... I remember 9V rolling out and suddenly it was "affordable" andvin the major department stores, so I got my first lego train. Oddly the hobby shop never carried 9v. I would agree with the above on the powersupply and the fact 4.5v did poorly Special order 12 explains the 115v kits lol and why I remember it as a kid.

You sir have gained another supporter ... I absolutely love traction Engines and this model has all the right elements to make it equally recognisable. For what ever reason (which I cant see one) if lego doesnt use this ... I would still buy at minimum the instructions off you (I know it measly for your efforts) now that I've seen this I have to have it to grace my shelves.

There is usually a form of shelter a paved area for loading passengers (not always raised) some benches and lights. Usually a info board of some kind. The smallest station I ever visited was a bus stop shelter and a 30x20 slab of concrete ground level (had to load through one coach and move to your car)

I personally think that if your wanting to go to pf you will need alot of changing and modifying your current solution. Charging will be your biggest issue With some crrative programing you can use a push button to activate the train but unless you program some automation to return it to a "charging berth" and make a power pickup and a programed auto charger hooked in line with the battery. Your best bet is new 9 v motors ... Or a power pickup with pf motor (modifications to 9v trucks) Add power loops and check your transformer out might be weak

So I figured I would give a teaser of the current work in progress. The wheels on the pf motor will be BBB medium wheels (hence the 1plate gap under them) the rods in their shown state will not function properly so Im still working that out. Ive included the train that gave me the idea. Ive had to make a few compromises in lego but I still feel ok with it. Until I get the valve gear running I dont want to share the file. Once this is in Brick I will update the thread. C&C welcome ...

Well I bought the custom rods for my modified EN ... And decided this was the only to go lol. I'm hoping to have some decent photos of the EN in oct (currently have no layout but my lug will in oct)

Can't wait to see it come together

Thanks ... I know its not the "norm" steam engine but ive yet to see it in any of my sightings of lego trains so I had to build it ... Cant wait to get it in brick The wheels had to be shifted rearward to use the pf boogie motor. There was no good way to hide a m motor on this and I have to have working rods (personal requirement of any steamie). I also left out the water fill infront of the bell because I couldn't come up with a solution I liked. I plan on some sort of freight or maybe a combination car. I need to hide the IR and the Battery somewhere. These engines were loggers or shunters so no big fancy pullmans lol but a "company store" delivery could work I'm glad you like it! I had actually talked with him (BBB) about small wheels with a pin hole ... But he said they never really worked out - paraphrased One of my other personal requirements for a steamie (see above quote) is that they be self driven. I don't care for "push model engines" ... Not that there's not some great ones out there ... Just like it to pull its own weight. Once I get the valve gear and rods worked out im hoping to get some custom rods from zephyr to finish it out.

I really enjoy the mountain look out in this well done

Too many details to mention ... Firstly I love your castle wall but mostly the detail in the buildings is fantastic my hats off to you sir ... Hope to see more of you in BoBS ...

Commented on FB but this is still worth the comment here. This is one sexy powerhorse! You should really get ahold of Benn and get some custom rods on her ... I absolutely love the look on my modified EN

Wow ... This turned out quite well true OL flair to her as well the colors work well together. All the detail keeps the eyes busy. Make sure to use two hands when transporting lol