Sir Edwyn

I'm back after a few years hiatus :). I spent some time hiking in the Alps and British Isles over the past two summers; this MOC is based off of the many traditional chalets I've seen in the Swiss Canton of Valais. Unfortunately my Lego cows seem to have disappeared at some point, so the scene is missing that quintessential element. Enjoy! Canton du Valais by Sir Edwyn, on Flickr

Part One Sir Edwyn looked around the room, squinting as his eyes adjusted to the dim firelight. “Evidently The Graesker is not here. Ah well, I was not expecting to be able to meet him so easily.” “Nor was I,” his contact replied. “Please sit down, and tell me your plan. There must be a serious matter afoot to force you to seek him.” Edwyn glanced at the door nervously before settling himself on the low wooden stool. “Indeed,” he replied. “You see, there is a certain member on the council whose influence is growing too strong. He is undermining my interests left and right…I find that I am no longer able to reckon with him.” “So you wish to…ah…see his influence removed then, yes?” “Indeed. However, he is a hard target to reach. I’ve heard whispers about a man whose facility for cover arts is beyond description…. never a name, and no one seems to have made contact with him directly. There was an old man who referred me to you, though. He said that you’ve dealt with him before.” “Not directly…” Edwyn sighed wistfully. “So you are just like the others. I am beginning to think he is but a legend.” “No! The Graesker is real enough. Unless of course you are foolish enough to believe that Duke Richtenheim dropped dead on his own accord.” “So you’re the one who was behind that?” “Well I – what was that?” Both men turned around as they heard a low rasping sound emanating from the doorway. “I thought you said no one would find us here!” Edwyn demanded. Suddenly the room grew dark and cold and Sir Edwyn felt as though he was falling into a deep sleep….

Sir Edwyn walked briskly through the winding maze of buildings, tapping out a lonely beat against the cobblestone with his walking stick. He emerged from an alley and looked up at the worn stone watch tower of the guardhouse before glancing around the street. Spotting his contact, he quickly strode over . "And just why did you arrange to meet here?" Edwyn demanded, giving no regard to pleasantries. "An official building is not the most appropriate place to discuss - ah - clandestine operations, shall we say?" "It certainly isn't. I wasn't planning on discussing anything here, but you hardly could have found the place that we're heading to on your own, this was simply a convenient place to meet up." "I see. Will the Græskar be at this more private venue of yours?" "Quiet! ... and I am unsure, but pray don't speak that name aloud unless you have to." "Very well then, let's be off."

I know exactly what it means in Danish ;). I wasn't sure if anyone would pick up on it, but then this is eurobricks, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Anyway all will be revealed in time. Thanks for including the spoiler warning!

I quick little something I whipped up. Enjoy!

Thanks, but what tree?

I think it's really awesome that your building with your son. Very nice MOC, keep it up!

Thanks Everyone! :) Well there's no exact story, but this is a location in my own fantasy world, Nolaria. My past few builds have been set in the Granovian City States, bordering the eastern coast. Their government and sovereignty are much like the ancient Greek city states, but their culture is more Germanic. Here are some other Granovian Builds:

Eastcairn keep lies on a rock islet of the coast of Granovia. The only entrance is by a rickety plank perched between the mainland and the islet. The difficult entrance ensures the security of the keep during times of war. It serves as a lookout and safe haven. So this has actually been complete for a while now, but I only just photographed it. This was really fun to build, though very part consuming. And before you all ask, no, there is no interior ;). Sorry, that's just not my style. If you want castles with full interiors check out my buddy soccersnyderi.

I actually joined two years ago, but I've never participated. I found the system too confusing. I've also given up on online Lego role plays for the time being. I used to be very active in LoR, but these days I don't have the time or patience to keep up with the proceedings.

Thanks Guy!

Actually there has been a whole castles made with this technique, by Tiberium Blue:

Hello all, here is my first MOC in quite a while. Enjoy!

Thanks, Everyone! No I did not do an interior. I find it very difficult to do both a detailed exterior as well as a good interior. Lots of the techniques I use involve clunky supports behind the walls, so there isn't much room to work with. Maybe I'll consider refining those techniques to allow for more space on the inside.

Awesome job, will start on the next installment tonight! BTW, what is this new backdrop you mentioned?

no, don't worry, I wasn't upset! Anyway, yeah that sounds like a good idea, but let's not post details in public. .

@ soccerkid, hey I was going to build that portion! Oh well.

Here is My first ever freebuild for GoH, and The start of a collaborative series with soccerkid. Now I know this does not seem very winter-esque, but please keep in mind that this is southern Mitgardia in the summer time. Enjoy! Sir Edwyn, Captain of the Royal Guard of the was dispatched to oversea the final stages of the construction of the new Elvyrston Castle of Southern Mitgardia, and to leave behind the first troops who would garrison it. Three days before he was scheduled to leave, he received a mysterious message instructing him to return to Valholl immediately. Perplexed, but loyal to his king, he packed his possessions and set out from the Castle, leaving his second in command in charge.... The series is being housed in this Flickr group. We may add more members to the project, but for now it is us to alternating installments. Stay tuned for soccerkid's build! C&C welcome!

Hey guys, So I finally got my first build up! More info in main post, check it out! Two Questions: 1.Can I also post this in the Historical MOCs Thread? 2.How can I tell how many points this gets us?

I appreciate our comments, everyone! Stay tuned for the finished castle, coming no later then April 19th!

My Entry to the 10th Lenfald Local Challenge of the LCC project. War is once again brewing in the Land of Rowia! The Three factions are at peace for, but the ill feelings of betrayal will yet lead to violence! Governor Aethad has instructed that the old keep near the coast of bladefall should be restored and fortified as a means of defense. It will also serve as a watchtower to keep tabs on foreign ships. Originally, the keep was built on soft ground, causing the hill to slump downward which weakened the foundation. Sir Edwyn and his restoration team are carving out the hill and building a wall into it to rectify this problem. Stakes are being laid for a new outer gatehouse, and a space is being cleared on the outlying rock stack for an additional tower.

What? That would be nuts! Why would anyone go through the bother of doing that when they could just keep it built? You don't need to build from scratch for something to be considered a new MOC! Some rebuilding is included in the process, but that would be pointless. Anyway, I look forward to seeing your "evolution" scenes!

Stage One Stage two is done! This one is counting as a freebuild for Lenfald. I hope to finish the final stage over Saturday, and upload Sunday. To answer the question before it arises; the castle will be much more detailed then the plain grey towers you see here. I avoided doing extensive detail just yet, because I felt it would be to much to look at with all the work going on. Enjoy! Sir Edwyn and his team have finished the retaining wall, and refurbished what was left of the original keep. They are now rushing to complete the gatehouse and beacon towers, and to bring the keep back to the soaring height it enjoyed before it crumbled into the ground many decades ago. The construction site is a prime example of advanced Lenfel machinery and craftsmanship.

Thank you all! Well in this case the construction crew "carved out" the hill and installed a retaining wall, as you see here: so I had to redo the grass to complete the wall. However, If you are not planning on including such a feature, all you have to do is replace the buildings.

Here is My Entry to the 2013 MocAthalon Category "In the Inn". I decided to create a tiwst with this one. Sure there were plenty of Great Inns going around, but they were all the standard 4 Walls With roof Configuration. This build, however, allowed me incorporate my greatest strength (Landscaping) into the Inn Itself. Took Me A while, But I am proud to present "Seaspray Inn"! Perched on a serene coastal cliff in northern Lenfald, Seaspray Inn was carved into the beautiful Mountain side by skilled miners and carpenters long ago. The outstanding view, the bracing air, and the fine ail attracts people from all over Roawia. It is One of the fine examples of the Majesty of Lenfald!