Francis Marion

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  1. Francis Marion

    Pirate RPG, anyone?

    I was wondering if anyone would like a LEGO Pirate RPG (Role Playing Game) for this forum. I have noticed that there is a Castle one. I'd be willing to make the map, and we could follow generally the same way to play.
  2. Francis Marion

    MOC: Crown Volley Gun

    An excellent little creation, and it's something I might have to try at some point. I always wind up with Crownies being in possession of cannon, but I've never tweaked the concept much.
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    Nice Custom Pirate Cafe

    This guy's been selling these for at least a year, as I've seen them whenever I look for sets or minifigures on that site. I've found it nice for its size, but I haven't gotten around to building anything like it (which I'd like to do) recently.
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    Evil Stevie's Pirate Game

    I've been interested in running the game myself, but have never played any. I wondered if the game was dead to the creator at some point, so I emailed him as follows: To which he responded: I'm a bit far away (12-14 hours drive) for a game, but I wish you luck in your endeavours in finding one.
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    Color of Pirate-Themed Pieces

    As many of you know, TLG has released a new line of Pirates (well, at least in the U.S.), and among the new pieces are pearl gold epaulettes and pearl dark gray cannons. I had a thought last night (it's morning where I am), of the possibility of getting new colors on some old accessories, examples being a pearl dark gray cutlass and a dark brown musket. To anybody who will bother to answer, what are your thoughts on the new colors and the possibility of recolored old pieces? If this topic has already been discussed, the "search" option has been disabled for me, so a Mod (already does) but may feel free to close this thread.
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    Request - combined modern castle?

    At one point, I had those sets connected (No 7079, actually) and I'll look to see if I have any pictures...
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    Petition for Western returning

    I hereby sign this petition.
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    Cart stop

    A nice little vignette, in my opinion, and a very nice adaptation of a modern concept to old technology. However, I do think that the size could be improved slightly so as to make room for more than one person waiting for the cart. The cobbled street is nice, but seems a bit too orderly for a period street.
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    A Pirate Knitting

    The first time I saw this MOC, I laughed for a good few minutes, which was a welcome escape from piles of work. To me, that is the genius behind this creation, as it is intentionally silly and beautifully simplistic. My favorite part has got to be the monkey holding the yarn (even though I don't particularly like the red plate on his stomach). However, I do think that this small island could do with a little more on it and possibly something making it less square. I think this could easily be made a little larger (pieces providing, of course) and would look quite nice with some more rocks, shrubs, trees and the like. Overall a nice little MOC and quite useful when you're in need of a good laugh.
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    PTVII: Creative Critic

    I've already sort of started... I didn't know there was an official entry thing. Anyhow, I'd like to join!
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    Lucre Island

    Great little MOC, this is, I really enjoy the simplistic business of it all. By this, I mean you didn't use a lot of pieces but there is still a great deal of action (irate pirate, laughing pirate, puking pirate, drinking-in-a-tree pirate, etc.). I do have some suggestions that might help this MOC: 1. A small beached raft would make sense, as it would be an avenue of escape in case of discovery. 2. You could expand the building so that it is more useful (i.e.-sleeping quarters, armory, etc.) 3. Making it bigger overall could possibly make it more interesting 4. You may want to add more trees, grass, and rocks, as some parts are looking bare.
  12. The Swamp Fox hereby has signed!
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    New Castle Event

    There's a chance that I'll go to this exhibition tomorrow (or later today, rather) in Phoenix, and I'll check if there are any promos.
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    MOC: Hill House; Homage to the Horror Genre

    An amazing MOC, Einstein! I think it really does the horror genre justice, and the intricacies of this building are astounding. If I would make two suggestions, however, it would be an organ somewhere and maybe removing the snake from the tree (I don't know how it could really get up there in the first place). Also, I thought the pentagram particularly interesting, due to the design challenges that you (apparently) had to overcome.
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    MOC: LEGO toaster

    I must rummage about to find the bricks necessary to build this toaster, as it is an amazing little piece of work! I, for some reason, have always been fond of toasters, to the point of founding a mock-religion with some friends regarding the worship of toasters.
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    General A's Big Bluecoat Army

    That's a nice real army. How much did it cost to amass it? Just curious, but have you thought of using some of these for the frigate you're building as marines? P.S.- How long have you been out of your barrel?
  17. Hello all, I do believe this is one of my first posts in the Town & Train Forum, so I'm totally new to this arena. After some embarrassing MOC attempts last year, I've finally mustered up enough courage to post my first remotely successful digital traincar MOC. It is, as the title suggests, a combination of 10194 style and the passenger car from 7897 Passenger Train. Pictures are below, comments and constructive criticism are welcome. -The Swamp Fox
  18. Francis Marion

    LDD Emerald Night and Passenger Train Crossover Car

    Here we go, a side by side of a grey roof and a white one.
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    LDD Emerald Night and Passenger Train Crossover Car

    It's posted now, but I don't particularly like the grey background...
  20. Francis Marion

    Pirate Island with harbor mountain beach and many more

    It's...Beautiful... I have to say, that is one of the best executed ports I've ever seen, and I particularly like the signal fire in the harbor. Also, the way you've chosen to do stalagmites and stalactites is very cool, and surprisingly realistic for LEGO. Also, the noose is a realistic touch, but I doubt they'd leave the corpse in the sun like that (you could pull the "pirate" card here), as it would make for an awful smell. With a nice white picket fence. (Just call me "Roger")
  21. Francis Marion

    MOC: 9002 AIC 'Frogger'

    Overall, a solid little MOC, and I particularly like the headlight design. Also, I like the use of Star Wars weaponry, but I would like to suggest the use of BrickArms if you have them. However, I did notice a small problem, which is the location of the exit hatch on the front of the vehicle. The problem with this is that when it opens the men inside are as good as dead, and as such would require a rear hatch so as to utilize the AIC as cover.
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    The Brick Testament - Armageddon

    My original post also included something like the below quote, but I didn't want to post it for fear of violating Guideline #7 (Touchy Issues). However, since you did seem inquisitive as to my original post content, I felt it only fair to provide it.
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    The Brick Testament - Armageddon

    I've only read certain parts of the Brick Testament, and I find it a little gory for my taste, so I usually can read a chapter or two at a time. On a slightly more relevant note, from what I have seen I enjoy your blend of custom elements with LEGO to depict these stories. Also, I've seen some rather innovative ways of combining elements to make strange creatures (i.e.- numerous many-headed beasts) and soldiers (I loved your Phillistines). Reason for edit: My original text seemed overly critical, sorry about that...
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    Castle sets 2008/2009

    It's about time... I've been wanting to search some stores for these sets, but I sprained my ankle a couple days ago, in accordance to Murphy's Law. Now, I will be able to acquire these beautiful sets.
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    REVIEW: 7079 Drawbridge Defense

    Two little problems: 1. I'm not in charge of transportation 2. I'll only be in California for about a day at the most (leaving 11:45 wednesday night, returning around 8:00 friday morning) Thanks for the suggestions, though. I'm just keeping my fingers crossed for them to be at Disneyland.