XimenaPaulina Posted August 20, 2010 Before my ARC Gunship suffers a premature and untimely 'death', here is some parting shot I forgot to post in the first page: A special thanks to good ol' reliable acrylic spray paints, without these I wouldn't have pulled-off the accurate colors of the ARC Gunship. "Your Instant Solution to LEGO Parts in unavailable colors" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Solscud007 Posted August 20, 2010 So the ARC gunship was painted? The stripping right? But the rest are blue Lego elements? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted August 22, 2010 So the ARC gunship was painted? The stripping right? But the rest are blue Lego elements? Sorry for the late rely, I never noticed this question. These are the only painted parts (below) not available in blue and red, the rest are in standard Lego red and blue colors. And the blue strips are painted stickers as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Legonater Posted August 22, 2010 Those first two are available in dark blue... but light is more acurrate I guess. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted August 24, 2010 Those first two are available in dark blue... but light is more acurrate I guess. Yeah, those two pieces were actually dark blue before repainting. It just wouldn't look right if I mixed the dark blue with the rest of the blue. And yup, the standard blue is the closest to the ARC gunship blue in the lego color palette. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AL FREDDO Posted March 11, 2011 it´s a "full of awesomeness" ship mate! you're the man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matiam92 Posted March 11, 2011 Don't bring topics back from the dead if all you have to say is good job... It is against the rules Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fives Posted March 11, 2011 I know that this is really old, but I never saw this. This is pretty sick. I love the ARC troopers and the Gunship is spot on. I think my favorite part is the signature in Aurebesh at the bottom of every pic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fallenangel Posted March 12, 2011 I can't find anything inaccurate so I guess you did a wonderful job. :laugh: Well, for starters, it appears that the wings don't quite extend far enough and that the area around the cockpit is ridged instead of being straight. And that's only two. Thats amazing cant see anything missing, looks so accurate. Amazing job :laugh: Some of the MOCs and MODs on this site make me wonder why TLG doesn't hire these people. This is one of them. It's perfect Kiel, absolutly perfect. Please, keep it up. I would hate to be hired by LEGO, and I think KielDaMan would be too. The restrictions they put into set design are just so ridiculous. Thanks a lot of Sirius! I also wonder how come TLG never made an official set of the ARC Gunship. It's very doable and I'm pretty sure it will sell like hotcakes. Maybe because it will 'self-compete' with the regular RGS in terms of sales? That's probably because the Clone Wars multimedia project is no longer part of Lucas' universe (if it ever was in the first place). On top of that, the target audience probably hasn't even seen the Clone Wars cartoons. Don't bring topics back from the dead if all you have to say is good job... It is against the rules Eh, he's got an MOC Expert tag so I'm sure the moderators will be a bit lenient. I mean, I can forgive cavegod's terrible spelling and grammar... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickArtist Posted March 12, 2011 You've gotten little to no criticism on this bad boy, so I'll spare you some thoughts. Lets start with the obvious, then we'll get more...in depth. I'm not sure what your intentions are with this model(How accurate you want it to be ) First off, the cockpits aren't all that slender. Your best bet will likely be two Geonosian Starfighter cockpits. Next up is the sloping portion next to the cockpit. That piece gives it a sort of wavy look, you want a more vertical and straight look. The ball joint at the back it likely the largest law, I don't think I need to elaborate The 1x6 white arch brick for that opening looks a bit disproportionate, I'd go with the smaller version of that piece at the smaller size of 1x4. The missile launchers should thin out considerably at a point, that feature is absent on your model. The troops should have a weapons rack above them as well. Anyways, it's a great build/customization. I like the blue color scheme. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickdoctor Posted March 12, 2011 First off, the cockpits aren't all that slender. Your best bet will likely be two Geonosian Starfighter cockpits. I agree. Those cockpits are going to revolutionize SW design. Among other things, they're perfect for Delta-7s in minifig scale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickArtist Posted March 12, 2011 I agree. Those cockpits are going to revolutionize SW design. Among other things, they're perfect for Delta-7s in minifig scale. Yup, I thought that too! We just need to tell TLG that somehow, lets hope next year they'll either revisit their Delta, or bring on the stylish Eta. That'll be my intro to CW ships. I'll have to BL some extra ones. I'm already putting my Delta on the drawing board, tell me Doc, plates? Or SNOT? I'm going both Anyways in addition to the Delta-B, those cockpits will be a key player on this gunship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickdoctor Posted March 12, 2011 I'm already putting my Delta on the drawing board, tell me Doc, plates? Or SNOT? Do you really have to ask that question? But we shouldn't hijack KDM's thread like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted March 12, 2011 Wow, some major topic bumping happened yesterday huh, anyways, it's just alright, it means a lot to hear those words coming from a MOC expert, so thanks AL FREDDO. To answer some additional questions (in blue): You've gotten little to no criticism on this bad boy, so I'll spare you some thoughts. Lets start with the obvious, then we'll get more...in depth. I'm not sure what your intentions are with this model(How accurate you want it to be ) If you'll notice with all my builds, they are basically all modifications of standard sets (JSFs, ARC-170, AT-RT), and this one a mod of the 7676 RGS. I rarely start from scratch and simply improve the base design of the standard sets. First off, the cockpits aren't all that slender. Your best bet will likely be two Geonosian Starfighter cockpits. I'll look into using those, if the sizes are identical with the current one. Next up is the sloping portion next to the cockpit. That piece gives it a sort of wavy look, you want a more vertical and straight look. Yes, I've though of thinking modifying that, but like what I've said earlier, since this is just a mod of the base RGS, I stuck with it for the meantime. The ball joint at the back it likely the largest law, I don't think I need to elaborate Again, I need to revisit that when I decide to improve this build. The 1x6 white arch brick for that opening looks a bit disproportionate, I'd go with the smaller version of that piece at the smaller size of 1x4. I did try that before, but I thought it was too narrow so I used the wider 1x6 one. The missile launchers should thin out considerably at a point, that feature is absent on your model. Honestly, I don't how I will simulate a 7-brick high cone to achieve such tapering (from 4x4 to 1x1). Any suggestions? The troops should have a weapons rack above them as well. I'll try to look at that also in future modification. Anyways, it's a great build/customization. I like the blue color scheme. Thanks for your criticisms, I'm sure to keep all of those in mind. All in all, by all means I wouldn't claim this is the most accurate version of the RGS, but as far as I'm concerned, I created this ARC Gunship which I think is the best among all I've seen. I really would like to revisit and further modify this, once real life stuff permits me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickArtist Posted March 12, 2011 No problem KDM. I actually think the weapons rack will be the most difficult as I can see there's a lot of Technic in there. For the Missile launcher...hmmm...I'd say your best shot is to have a reference to this detail, but not a full on transition. You'll have to make it at least 1.5 studs width. This build looks solid-And we wouldn't want to jeopardize that. I've got an idea, but have no idea what that piece is called. We should call in Emperor 309(Fallen) for that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jedd the Jedi Posted March 12, 2011 A stunning piece - well thought through, it seems like you spent years planning out how it would look and how to build it, such that it actually surpasses your average official, LEGO Group-released set. Very very well done, and the custom Troopers are the perfect complement for this MOC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted March 12, 2011 A stunning piece - well thought through, it seems like you spent years planning out how it would look and how to build it, such that it actually surpasses your average official, LEGO Group-released set. Very very well done, and the custom Troopers are the perfect complement for this MOC. Thanks Jedd! Well it did take some months of planning and acquiring the necessary parts to build this one, and in the end I'm quite happy having this unique ARC Gunship which most don't have. Well, for starters, it appears that the wings don't quite extend far enough and that the area around the cockpit is ridged instead of being straight. And that's only two. I'd have to agree there are still a lot of things that can be modified to further improve the accuracy of this one. I could think a lot just right now (coupled with all of your suggestions): - improved cockpit pieces - actual control panel inside in the cockpit area - smoother and more streamlined sloping part of the area around and above the cockpit - smoother (SNOT) wings with smaller top bubble part - stubbier point for the missile launcher - improved rear ball-joint blaster - rotating missile holder extending to/cutting through the launcher body - thinner side plate supports of the troop area (quite difficult to do considering the massive weight above it has to hold) - actual 'holes' on the troop bay doors - weapon racks above the troop bay Wheew! So much to do right? In order for me to adress all of these I really have to start from scratch and overhaul the design, or even go to a larger UCS scale to create a really accurate RGS. I just wish my budget isn't tied with personal stuff right now so I could start this project. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrickArtist Posted March 12, 2011 Snip If I were you I'd go for doing this to your JAG and not this. keep this intact, and then take the JAG to new heights. You've invested do much decals, BL, and spraypaint into this one It'd be a shame for you to wreck it. Also you won't experience as much part limitations, as white is cheaper on BL. A JAG can also shuttle everybody-Jedi, Muunilists, clones, whatever. Plus theres more reference for it. It's a win win win win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted March 12, 2011 If I were you I'd go for doing this to your JAG and not this. keep this intact, and then take the JAG to new heights. You've invested do much decals, BL, and spraypaint into this one It'd be a shame for you to wreck it. Also you won't experience as much part limitations, as white is cheaper on BL. A JAG can also shuttle everybody-Jedi, Muunilists, clones, whatever. Plus theres more reference for it. It's a win win win win. Yeah, I actually meant the modifications that I listed are for the generic RGS and not this ARC Gunship. I don't discard any MOCs/MODs that I do, so I'll do this project as a standard RGS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fallenangel Posted March 12, 2011 Yeah, I actually meant the modifications that I listed are for the generic RGS and not this ARC Gunship. I don't discard any MOCs/MODs that I do, so I'll do this project as a standard RGS. Wow, it's amazing what you've initiated with just thread bumping brickartist and KielDaMan! Don't get me wrong, I'm all for putting this off until you have enough time, but it's exciting that you've proposed a new project from all of this. brickartist has already kind of done my job, so I'll wait until you can build another model to critique, whether that be six hours or six months later. Oh, and these might help. Also, don't use the Essential Guide schematics. Finally, does this mean we'll see bubble turrets on a LAAT/i again? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted March 12, 2011 Wow, it's amazing what you've initiated with just thread bumping brickartist and KielDaMan! Don't get me wrong, I'm all for putting this off until you have enough time, but it's exciting that you've proposed a new project from all of this. brickartist has already kind of done my job, so I'll wait until you can build another model to critique, whether that be six hours or six months later. Oh, and these might help. Also, don't use the Essential Guide schematics. Finally, does this mean we'll see bubble turrets on a LAAT/i again? I'm gonna go with the first, original and classic RGS that captured my imagination back in AoTC. So, yes, I'll do the that First Battle of Geonosis-type Gunship with the side bubble turrets. But I'm afraid it will not be anytime soon, probably on the far end of your range in six months time. But I can start designing in LDD and then proceed on from there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fallenangel Posted March 12, 2011 I'm gonna go with the first, original and classic RGS that captured my imagination back in AoTC. So, yes, I'll do the that First Battle of Geonosis-type Gunship with the side bubble turrets. But I'm afraid it will not be anytime soon, probably on the far end of your range in six months time. But I can start designing in LDD and then proceed on from there. Sounds good! Hey, if you're going to design it in LDD, maybe this model could be our first official remote build... where somebody else builds it in bricks so we can see what it looks like! That way you could save a lot of money and we'll get to see another of your amazing MOCs! I only wish I had the parts... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XimenaPaulina Posted March 12, 2011 Sounds good! Hey, if you're going to design it in LDD, maybe this model could be our first official remote build... where somebody else builds it in bricks so we can see what it looks like! That way you could save a lot of money and we'll get to see another of your amazing MOCs! I only wish I had the parts... Sounds interesting. Of course I could always design it with LDD, but who will be the one who'll volunteer to do it in real brickbuild? Besides, I still want to build it so I have my own copy. But let's see, the first step is for me to do the digital design, then we'll go from there. I'll have it set-up, then I'll share it if I see that it can be accomplished without much illegal connections. But thanks for bringing that up, I'll get back to you guys once I've started the LDD design. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Surfer Posted March 13, 2011 It very nice, but if you colud put the big piece with sticker more to the front to make it closer to the front teeth it would've been even better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scottywan Posted March 16, 2011 Here comes Captain Fordo and the rest of the elite ARC Troopers...[/font] Separatists = Hosed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
