Dr Leg O Brick

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    Purist Superhero Figures

    Thanks Numbuh1Nerd and K-Nut for the help! Both mock ups are very good, it does indeed give the overall impression of the character. Personally, my favourite is the first. Thanks for the help on that, I'll order the appropriate parts at the end of the month. CobaltMoon98 I 100% agree. I've always been a fan of his classic look, but the current gear is growing on me, particularly as it's more appropriate. Also, Numbuh1Nerd, those figures are very good. I'm more or less 10-15 years behind DC wise, so I'm not sure if I could give you any suggestions for improvement, as I'm not up to date with costumes, by any degree. However, I think your Boomerang, Adam Strange, the Brain, Mirror Master, and especially Mon-El are very nicely executed. One critique I could give would be Mirror Master's legs, I can see why you used them, but Emmett's tag looks a bit out of place, if you know what I mean. TheBigRedCheese While not essentially a superhero, I remember seeing your Terminator awhile back, and I still think it's as impressive and accurate as the first time I saw it. My only recommendation would be to, perhaps, find some legs with some detail, maybe just a belt or something like that.
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    Purist Superhero Figures

    Thanks Numbuh1Nerd! Indeed it does, without ruining the story, as you know, Supes ripped his original one off before TDKR and sometime after he acquires a cybernetic replacement in the sequel. Here's a panel of him: http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m27/victoria_wayne/dkr2_ollie.jpg (after looking at this, I forgot to add a flesh arm ). Thanks for the suggestions, it's very much appreciated. I'll bare that in mind when I get around to ordering supplies. Upon thinking, I'm not good with names, but wasn't there a women in Harry Potter (albeit older, much older) who wore some orange glasses/goggles? CobaltMoon98 Superb Ghul and GA, I particularly like the use of the Mandarian torso/Kingdoms legs for GL, a great combination, and the head and hair used for Ra's, very fitting for both.
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    How about this head? I was sorting some stuff today and thought it looked Lister-ish: Also, I found something immensely useful, on the Red Dwarf website an article exists for each of the characters costumes: http://www.reddwarf.co.uk/features/history/evolution-of-listers-costumes/index.cfm http://www.reddwarf.co.uk/features/history/evolution-of-rimmers-costumes/index.cfm http://www.reddwarf.co.uk/features/history/evolution-of-krytens-costumes/index.cfm http://www.reddwarf.co.uk/features/history/evolution-of-cats-costumes/index.cfm
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    Purist Superhero Figures

    My first DC's Batman in Superman battle armour from "The Dark Knight Returns" (ignore the cape, as it's custom, and ignore the cowl, the new 2015 one is much better suited to the style in the comic) Green Arrow from "The Dark Knight strikes again". (Still needs some work, but I thought I'd post him here while he's purist) The Question from "The Dark Knight strikes again". Martian Manhunter from "The Dark Knight strikes again" If anyone's got any suggestions on how to make Robin/Catgirl, Flash, or Lex Luthor from this reality, it'd be really appreciated! Finally, a quick Marvel figure: Jack of Hearts
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    Thread kill count

    Too many
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    Marvel Superheroes 2015 Rumors & Discussion

    Just a quick thing regarding the Milano. What I meant was, it's pretty much a given Groot in standard size won't be made, so conceding to this it leaves Rocket, Starlord, Gamora, and Drax, and with four seats, it works. Furthermore, with a couple of extra pieces, an extra seat can be added with room to spare, so you can sit plant Groot in it, or fill it with a custom made/knock off Groot, if you so desire. Great to hear the Quinjet might have some seating! Perhaps it's just a generic opening cargo door, perhaps even, based on the picture, it has something to do with Vision and that rope he's dangling off. Rapid deployment of Avengers perhaps?
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    Marvel Superheroes 2015 Rumors & Discussion

    Thanks for the replies! Just in reply to those above, I think perhaps the annoying thing for me is, on the subject matter relating to seats in each teams jets, the Milano pulled it off perfectly, the Blackbird had under the right amount, and even DC wise the new Javelin (the JLA equivalent of the Quinjet) has four quite spacious seats with arm rests, and incorporates a play feature into this (the overhead bay doors blast open to allow those in the seats rapid deployment), so it can be done. Given the high quality of almost all Marvel sets so far (even the IM3 sets had good figures, good builds, and good play features in my opinion), I'm guessing means it must be done well and works, or it's not what it seems and perhaps ties into a later part of the film. Either way, regardless of features, it looks a fantastic build, a worthy successor of the original. As for how it works, perhaps some sort of cradle for the bike (like the SHIELD drone in the 2012 version), that flips down on some sort of swing that "fires" or "flings" the bike out with enough momentum to make it convincing, or to collide with Ultron's van for some unknown purpose .
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    Marvel Superheroes 2015 Rumors & Discussion

    I''l say it now, as a disclaimer: SPOILERS . Some of you may not want to read on. Not sure if anyone's noticed this, if it's been mentioned, then sorry in advance for repeating. I think I've figured out a play feature of the AOU Quinjet that may preclude the possibility of a decent amount of seats. Have a look at the picture of the set: http://www.bricksandbloks.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/LEGO-Avengers-Quinjet-Chase-76032-Set.jpg See Cap's bike? And the swoosh lines above? In one of the trailers, the Quinjet swoops above, some cargo doors open, and Black Widow comes out on a bike. My guess is that, based on visual evidence, it'll have some sort of bike dropping feature. While I'd have preferred seats, this doesn't sound too bad, depending on weather it can be re-purposed and how good the actual feature is (i.e. weather Cap lands smoothly and gracefully or its the return of the 70's Evel Knievel stunt cycle)
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    DC Superheroes 2015 Rumors & Discussions

    Perhaps, based on the fact that two sets are listed on Brickset, the Batboat set comes with Deathstroke, Batman, Robin/Nightwing, and Beast Boy and Starfire that have been rumoured? The fact we've had Super Boy and Cyborg this year tends to lend credit to the idea of more Titans. I've been away for awhile, so excuse my ignorance, but how exactly are Super Boy and Lightning Lad available? And moreover, are they/will they be available in the UK?
  10. AKA the Rat Pack, but not called that here due to two things. One, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford aren't in the picture, and two, because Frank didn't like the name, preferring the Summit if I remember correctly (strange given that any CD, DVD, and show all go by the name, the Rat Pack, these days). I guess they could've been made better if I went non purist, but I wanted to keep them as simple and as purist as possible, with parts that I had to hand. Enjoy!
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    Star Trek Voyager customs

    Thanks Robianco! Haha, everyone I've showed them to has said something similar, I'm looking at adding "Lego curves" to make her look more feminine at the moment.
  12. My final set of Star Trek customs, Voyager! Captain Janeway Commander Chakotay Lt Tuvok Neelix The Doc With his mobile emitter Seven of Nine Lt Torres Lt Paris Ensign Kim And a group shot: Any suggestions are always welcome!
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    Slurpifier Thanks! I've been catching the reruns of entire seasons in the UK every Saturday, and watching some on video in between. I've had a few extra ideas, so keep an eye out for them! Artanis I I've been looking at just using a regular leaver piece (http://brickowl.com/files/image_cache/larger/lego-black-lever-base-with-light-gray-lever-25-242585-38.jpg) for the main part of a scutter. I've tried pretty much everything, and nothing works without making it ridiculously big.
  14. At long last, they're here! After a break, that may or may not continue, I'm back, with more Star Trek figures. Continuing my line-up, Enterprise! With Voyager, I hope, not far behind (keep a look out around Christmas). And for the record, the stickers aren't mine, they're made and sold by an exceptionally talented guy, in my opinion, from whom I get my supply of Trek uniforms. Without further ado, the crew: Captain Jonathan Archer Commander T'Pol Commander Trip Tucker Lt Malcolm Reed Ensign Travis Mayweather Dr Phlox Ensign Hoshi Sato And a group shot: Thanks for looking, any suggestions are always welcome! (personally, I think T'Pol's "smirk" may need replacing. The only "serious" head I could find was an old Star Wars Padme head, but the lack of pupils made the figure stand out with the crew)
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    Star Trek Enterprise customs

    Thanks! Regarding Phlox, I'll have a look through my spares, I picked a couple of smiling heads out when I was going to make Phlox, so I'll have a looking through those first, but I like your flesh minifig head suggestion. Hahaha, perfect for crazy smile Phlox! I remember when I first saw that on TV, for me it was both incredibly scary and hilarious at the same time. On the uniform note, those aren't mine! Some very skilled people made the decals, and they've had a wide selection of Lego Star Trek uniform stickers that I've been purchasing to get all five TV crews. Admiral Forest...now I can make him! I have about ten spares of each uniform with various rank, I'm sure with some modifications I can create an Admiral uniform, and the head and hair should be pretty easy.
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    Star Trek Voyager customs

    Haha, thanks! I tried making the old one again with an additional Christmas hat, but it didn't work out. So then I thought, why not do the double face palm?
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    Star Trek Voyager customs

    I'll probably make "John Harrison", AKA Khan, Nero, and maybe some others, but yes, no Abrams crew at the moment. However, I may make another couple of sets, depending on the price/availability/credibility of the parts/look of them. Thanks on the Voyager figures! Neelix is the only one that I'm not 100% convinced on, I may try making "bar rodent" (as Q called him once) in a blue suit, and see how that looks.
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    Star Trek Enterprise customs

    Thanks as always Rinzler! Porthos...any ideas on how to make him? I couldn't find anything suitable that'd fit the regular Porthos (not the mirror universe version, as the regular City dog would suffice for that role methinks). I tried the older head again on T'Pol, and it looked much better, hence I've replaced it. I'll take an updated picture as soon as possible.
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    Haha, to quote Stephen Hawking, I'm working on that! I was looking at making some to go with Holly, but I couldn't perfect the design. Rest assured, I've got them high on my "to do" list. I was also thinking, though it wouldn't be impressive at all compared to versions I've seen around, I was thinking about making the bunks from season 3 and/or the white circular table from season 3 onwards to display the Dwarfers with.
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    Interesting news story

    An Interesting read. Personally, I don't think I can add much more to what people have said many times on this subject, or are no doubt going to add to this topic, or others. My personal view is that large specialised parts are a necessary evil, there's no way at the moment you could get the same desired results using regular parts in most cases without sacrificing look, price, or stability, big things when your target audience are kids. However, the one thing that nagged me while reading it was, for me, am I not using my imagination when I rethink a large, specialised piece as something else other than the intended purpose?
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    Krikkit For me, it was his green suit from "Backwards" that I remember the most, probably due to the cap he had. I too watched it while growing up, though it was a couple of seasons after Backwards when I started properly watching it. Thanks for the suggestions! I'll definitely keep those in mind (particularly the hair, I'll be sculpting my first Lego heads soon so I may take the opportunity to make some dreads using that as a base). I'm still looking at making Ace, though the silver jacket's becoming a bit of problem. However, a day late, Holly! Hilly/Holly (damn I need some better bricks that aren't 30 years old) The TV/trolley (based on something similar the original Holly used in the first couple of seasons) And well, after making the TV, and the Trolley, it was only right I had a go at the original: "What's happening, dudes?"
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    Thanks about the hat. The closest to the dreads, if I went for dreads, is the Gui-Gon Jin's hair, put it'd need a few modifications (though it just occurred, his hair is brown at the start, and I have some spare. I may give it a try...). That's exactly the problem. Nothing is truly right or Lister looking. In all honestly, with the lighting and all on the Dwarf, I thought he was grey too till I watched a few season 3's recently. Haha, that was the hair I tried first, but it always prevented his H from being seen. That's kind of scary, I've got a Hilly-Holly head and hair, and the hair is the top one you suggested. I'm just half way through designing a TV set and caster wheeled trolley to put her on, I'll keep you all posted (most likely Friday, more or less)!
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    MOC: Space Bar

    Something I started awhile back, but finally finished yesterday, a Space Bar! Nothing special, particularly compared to the stuff here on the EB, but still, I thought I'd post it here. Any feedback is always welcomed, as always. Making your way in the world today takes everything you've got. Taking a break from all your worries, sure would help a lot. Wouldn't you like to get away? Sometimes you want to go Where everybody knows your name, and they're always glad you came. You wanna be where you can see, our troubles are all the same You wanna be where everybody knows Your name. "Hi, I'm Han Solo, and I have a Spaceship." "What's a knock out like you doing in a gin joint like this? I'm William T Riker, and my starship separates into two" "Nice Pyjamas." "Thanks. You know, I have no idea what I'm doing here, they don't even serve tea. I'm Arthur Dent, from Earth, my friend next to me is Ford Prefect, from a place called Betelgeuse. You?" "Oh, a bit further away, to say the least." "Where the smeg is the lager?" No party is complete without Bill Murray. "Where are you from?" "Moonbase Alpha. You?" "Earth, I work for an organisation called SHADO" "Earth?" "No Silicon heaven Marvin? Preposterous! Where would all of the calculators go?" "Sorry, did I say something wrong? Pardon me for breathing which I never do anyway so I don't know why I bother to say it oh God I'm so depressed." "My friend Bender doesn't believe in Silicon heaven. Though he did believe in Robotology for awhile." "Another non believer! When will this stop?" And one last picture:
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    The Big Bang Theory Discussion

    I like the Big Bang Theory because, as many others have said above, I find it very funny, at times incredibly hilarious, I relate to it (as you may have guessed), It has damn good writing, fantastic actresses/actors, entertaining, and overall, it's a fantastic show (all my opinion, or course). Why does there need to be a Lego set? 10,000 people voted for it, and it passed the review stage, hence the existence of the forthcoming set.
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    Red Dwarf custom minifigures

    Right, a bit late, but improved Dave and Rimmer. In the end, I settled upon making my own blue suit for Rimmer. The sticker needs work, but I like it better than my previous attempt. Still not sure on Lister, I tried a few heads and this was the only one that looked "Listerish". The big benefit of the new Rimmer head is the reverse side, a screaming head that has the authentic "tactical retreat under a sturdy table to outfox the ememy" look Holly should be coming up soon, more likely next week now.