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    That's okay. Just link the separate posts in the thread in the appropriate settlements, and here, To ensure we don't miss any entries, and so the Mayors know what builds are in their settlements. Since there are two possible entries in each category, you can make two separate threads (if you want to use both entries), telling the story of each musician/artist/bard/band/group/orchestra/etc. This is a bonus challenge, to fill the void before the next main challenge, and to add some lighthearted entries without to much politics involved (unless you make a singer/songwriter hippie type entry... or Punk band... etc.. which of course you are free to do). Have fun, go mad
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    Or flickr
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    Here are the first event, if you want to see some example builds. Keep in mind that the size restrictions were much tighter back then:
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    It's Time for The Annual Musicians Talent Fair
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    You just have to look really hard. For a loooong time... This is supposed to be a happy occasion! Let us not bicker and argue about who killed who. Another year give or take, what does it matter. We are still here. Are we here? Well, most of us anyway. Give it time, the weariness of life will get to you. It'll get to you. But, the spirit, the spirit never ages. As in earlier contest/(s) lyrical references (and references in general) are encouraged. Now, bring me More Soup! The answer is NO. There was no annual MTF last year. There. I said it. Happy Face! Edit: Powers That Be, can we get this contest pinned?
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    Can't wait to see what you come up with.
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    MCTC presents the annual Musicians Talent Fair 618! Category 1 - Preparations for the festival. Set up tents, build a scene, negotiate with venues about wage/free drinks/demand list/etc, the journey to Bardo. Show how you prepare for the festivities. Rules: You must provide a link to your entry below. You must submit your entry by the 6th of May, 12:00 PM, your time zone. Your entry must measure 8 studs in width and length, maximum 16x16 studs in width and length. There is no height restriction. Your entry may only have a minimal (2 stud) overhang. Only one prize maximum will be awarded per entrant. We’re looking for quality, not quantity, so you may only submit a maximum of two entries. You must be a BoBS member to participate, but you can belong to any faction. Category 2 - Performance. Show the world your sound of music. Display a music concept of your choosing that will be attending The Musicians Talent Fair. I will not put leading examples here. Anything is allowed, as long as it makes sound and/or is catchy. The location for the main event will be Bardo. Rules: Your entry must showcase a musician performing for the Musician’s Talent Fair. Your entry must be located in Bardo (post in the Bardo settlement thread). You must provide a link to your entry below. You must submit your entry by the 13th 20th of May, 12:00 PM, your time zone. Your entry must measure minimum 8x8studs in width and length, maximum 16x16 studs in width and length. There is no height restriction. Your entry may only have a minimal (2 stud) overhang. Only one prize maximum will be awarded per entrant. We’re looking for quality, not quantity, so you may only submit a maximum of two entries. You must be a BoBS member to participate, but you can belong to any faction. Category 3 - Social outreach. Build something related to music for the poor and unfortunate. Examples: performing for orphanages, choir, etc. This is where all nationalities can join to help bring the joy of music to people on the bottom. To show how much we all care. Or just to get an alibi as someone who takes social responsibility. Rules: Your entry must showcase a musicial setting aimed towards the lower classes. Your entry can be located anywhere in the Brick Seas. Post in the appropriate settlement thread. You must provide a link to your entry below. You must submit your entry by the 13th 20th of May, 12:00 PM, your time zone. Your entry must measure minimum 8x8studs in width and length, maximum 16x16 studs in width and length. There is no height restriction. Your entry may only have a minimal (2 stud) overhang. Only one prize maximum will be awarded per entrant. We’re looking for quality, not quantity, so you may only submit a maximum of two entries. You must be a BoBS member to participate, but you can belong to any faction. Prizes: A panel of judges will judge all entries and the best entry overall will become the Golden Bard of Bardo. Judge criterias will be based on both build, story and presentation. The winning entry in each category will be awarded 100 DBs. The runner-up in each category will be awarded 50 DB's. Every unlicensed entry will be awarded 10 DBs. Every licensed entry will be awarded 25 DB's.
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    Cool manor :) The red tower accents the build nicely. Looking forward to see what will happen next. You can use the major of Puerto Desafio, Marquis Alkurda, in your stories if you wish.
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    City building sets that can be combined to form modular buildings (with or without floor separation). With a few more interesting building details. I've said it before, but that's what I would like to see. I think they could get a lot of modular fans buying more city sets that way.
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    Here are two nice ones: Butcher shop by @Bennemans Grand Palace Hotel @cimddwc
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    Well said @Elostirion Same here. I think I have learned much along the way though. And in the beginning I was very unsure if my builds would be good enough to post. Now I feel it is easier to see where I can improve my builds, but maybe I wouldn't have gotten there without all the constructive criticism. Hmm.... Quality comes with time and experience. For me it is natural to always try something new, and hopefully getting better for each build. We all have to start somewhere, and I think the quality creed is something personal that develops as one get involved in the story. Having fun, try and convey the ideas, and asking for constructive criticism is a good way to improve. We can't stress quality, but as you say, take the time to do the idea justice. And one can always learn something new. (Working on my diplomatic skills as well here )
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    Wonderful scenes. One more thing about the river is the sandbanks that show through the transparent water tiles. Are those baseplates or have you made your own custom curves?
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    I always look at buildings wherever I go, and add them somewhere in my mind. Sometimes images resurface as I fickle around with my bricks, and I go with the flow. It is often a small detail that set the course, and I go through a lot of revisions over 2-6 months before I get to a point where I can finish it. Since I don't have any formal knowledge of building styles and eras, it may be an ecclectic mix. The main point for me is that I like the overall esthetics. I try to not spend so much on BL and build with what I've got, because it forces me to be creative and try out other solutions. And I also use Google street view to have a closer look when I see a building I like in magazines/books/TV/etc. The building dictates what use it will have.
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    Very informative article, with entertaining commentary to spruce things up for those that does not like statistical data (Those exist... Go figure. (pun intended)). Great work. I appreciate it.
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    Representable commercial office :) Overall very nice. The roof solutions (including gable and tower) frames it all in nicely.
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    Category A:
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    Colonel Oystridge had been sent in advance to find accomodation for the White Glove Order expedition to find the fabled Superb Orchid. Everywhere he had asked they were fully booked, so he bought a private mansion, and had it converted into a WGO Lodge. This involved making a niche with an Owl and to Ravens, symbols of wisdom and foresight. A whaleoil lamp held in a handsculpted fixture, illuminated them nicely. New windows were fitted to set the right mood for when Miss Blumenskiold arrived. Miss Blumenskiold was a woman with an intense presence. As she approached, he noticed she was quite tall and an alluring scent made his mind drift. Colonel Oystridge could feel his authority dwindle away. "Ahem.. Welcome to Jameston, Miss Blumenskiold. I hope you had a nice journey." "Yes I did, thank you very much, mister...", she let the sentence hang. "Oystridge. Colonel Oystridge.", the Colonel added. "Oh, a military man. Well, I guess someone needs play war. I prefer to make love.", Miss Blumenskiold exclaimed nonchalantly. "Ehrmm... I also prefer...." the Colonel started, but was abruptly interrupted by Miss Blumenskiold. "I have been tasked with retrieving the Superb Orchid for the Order. Show me which way I should hold this map, so we can get on with it" "Yes, let's get it on... Ehh... I'm sorry.. I mean... I have people for those kind of things. I am more of a hands-on kind of leader", the Colonel found himself in a situation where he tried to excuse and prove himself to her. Her devilish charm had gotten a hold of him. "Then show us the rooms and send for these people you know." "We...", she gestured towards her assistants "..have work to do". The Colonel felt his heart sink. He was filled with envy towards her followers, a botanist with the name of Carmo Chaves, and an experienced jungle guide called Arsenio. This is my entry in Cat A of the Superb Orchid of Celestia. It was fun mimicking the style of Jameston, and trying out new techniques. I used Brickbuilts Skyrim Roof tutorial. I will license it as an Art&Culture.
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    I think you used the contrasting window arches well used for interior detail, and the round top floor windows add to the nauthical theme. And again, the quay and rocky shore
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    Agree with Roadmonkey. Fitting shop concept, with a nice atmosphere and good story. And the quay, with the rocky shores showing under it are a nice improvement. Cool that you build upon the Jamie Farstrider guide, and you hit the nail on the head with these. I like the play features. I try to include that in my builds also, but often I have to sacrifice for extra support (I have the habit of building from the top down and overcomplicating things ). The plus side of running out of bricks, is that it fosters creative solutions and learning different techniques.
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    Start of the year always involves more burdens for me. I have a category A that I hope to finish saturday, and then try to see if I can get together a B or C entry. Hopefully both.
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    Oh, the HORROR! I think you are doing a stellar job of keeping momentum, and your stories always lighten up my day. If you put the build on top off the background, and let the background hang behind without to much folds (having the same background color all around the build) will improve your presentation. I often use either an A3 or larger paper, or a bed sheet. Not as good as a photo box, but it makes the background less distracting. Nice use of the ball joint. The mold is well done, and the drilling of the cannon barrels.
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    Esladolan propaganda at its best. This are the new selling points for KPA paper boys on the next issue: See what fake news they put in about your faction this time! Read one sides accounts about it! We can sell anything
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    No dress dress code?
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    So much character in each and every character. They are all so well done, that it is hard to pick favorites. Maybe the Sea Rats, the Lighthousekeepers Daughter, King Phillip and the Eslandolan Footman and Infantryman.
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    What a pleasant revisit of Bardo :D Great replication. Congratulation on becoming Admius Legistrad.
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