Elostirion

Really well rounded build, I love the roof. Also great caption of the atmosphere, it really has the flair of a busy warehouse. Props for the printed sign!

Thank you for that amazing index!

Don't fall for it, licensing a residence for free is Ska's noobtrap. :-D License for small residence: 5 DB. License for all other small properties: 25 DB. Sure not worth it.

I have to say that both your attempts turned out superb! But those vines and the froggy door are almost even more amazing. I personally think that's the best-built house we have seen so far.

Most microbuilds need a lot of imagination before you realise what has been built. Your's doesn't, but displays a clear and sound representation of a village. I really like that. And what a lovely colorscheme this is.

What a brilliant machine, and I say taking your time to build the diorama was sure worth it. You display some clever building techniques once more. Great entry overall.

Absolutely amazing scene, I'd say the best caption of the transformation the Algus bring along. Great work! :-) I do have to agree with Exetrius, though, that it's a bit confusing to see two different styles of architecture in the building, before and after frost. That, however, is the only criticism.

I love the icy-scream of that wolf, looks amazing as it clashes against the flames.

Now that is one strong and solid Helm's Deep. Can't wait to see the final result with some HR pics.

Oh wow, quite a unique approach to ship design, it really works out, great work!

Wow I love the colorscheme of that build, great overall atmosphere, especially those guys on the balcony add a great touch. Usually I am the one to complain about too many colors, but they just work out perfectly here. Really, really nice!

I really love the atmosphere this build provides, and the flag design definitely stands out.

Those trees are magnificent!

Well done.

The Fontonajo Gardens in Nova Terreli | Elostirion | Eslandola

That house looks quite nice, some "normal" houses are definitely an important addition to our colonies in the new world. :-) I like that you did not only build the front but a whole house. The roof and the flowers on the balcony are particularly well done. However for my personal taste those are too many different colors in the facade: Two shades of tan and grey, green, dark red, red, brown are a total of 8 colors. Especially that dark red row under the windows in the second floor is a bit disturbing, especially since it's the same color used for the roof as well. However it still works out well as a whole and fits really nicely into the new colonies. (Actually the more I look at the first picture the more I like the colors; but to some extent I still think it's too much)

A residence in Nova Terreli: The Fontonajo gardens.

Right outside of Nova Terreli you can find the mansion of the Fontonajo family (leader of the family is Román Fontonajo). Attached to their mansion are their cotton plantations as well as their private gardens. After this year's annual family dinner the Fontonajo's spread into smaller groups and enjoy some of the luxury which life in the new world has already gifted them. For Isabella Elisa, Román Fontonajo's 16 year old daughter, and her grand-uncle Raphael, a mere 55 years older, it was clear from the beginning where to go: The table next to the small pond, their favourite spot in all Nova Terreli, except maybe the library. Isabelle shared her grand-uncles love for scholarships, most of all for cartography. Drawing the world, retaining for generations what the brave explorers have found, is their greatest passion. "Umh Isa, those are some nice details on the forest... mjm... yes, really well.", said Raphael, while eating his cupcake. After some silence, Isabella took the word and asked her grand-uncle something she had had in mind for quite a while: "Uncle, do you agree that scientists are the better people than us scholars, writers and drawers?" Raphael took a while to order his thoughts, as he always did, before wording his well-phrased answer: "My dear, I disagree. It's scientists, or even explorers like your brother, who strive for new perception and awareness. But how does cognition become knowledge? Right, my dear, the only way is to write it down, to solidify it, to spread the word, to maintain it for our ancestors. If it wasn't for us, scientists would have to reinvent themselves every generation, and mankind could not progress. So, if you really want to determine who is more valuable to the world, the answer should be clear." Isabella thought for a while until she answered: "Neither would contribute to the greater good without the other." - "Ah, you're still a clever girl... Mjm, you should really get one of... umh mjm... those cupcakes, they are delicious." Marja Henrietta, Románs sister, smirked at those words as she maundered by. Little did those two sweethearts know of the world. But she enjoyed the time with her family, the time away from King and court, away from duty, away from politics, intrigue, strategy and pressure. She looked at the flowers, took a sip of whine and walked on. This was the beauty of life, for sure, but her passion was with her job for the king. And so she thought again of her latest mission, that weird encounter she had... "What a silly slogan that Manzana salesman had... 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away'", Román laughed. "Yet still it worked", his mother Marietta replied, grinning. "Naw, we needed those anyway. But something else... what do you think of Joaquin's plan to sail to Berreli? He is only 20, after all, and I don't know if he is quite ready yet". Marietta thought for a while, then looked at her son: "I remember a 23-year-old, who took matters in his own hand right after his father had died, left all and everything behind and led his family to the new world. Were you ready for it? I guess not. But look where your courage and dedication has gotten us, my son." Román seemed unusually insecure as he replied: "I know, and I have always sworn myself to encourage my kids to pursue whatever they dream of, yet still... he is my son, after all....... Yes, I am afraid, mom, I am." - "You have already answered your own question, right? We both know you will let him sail. Just have faith that he will return home well, that is all the advice I can give." - "Thanks mom. I love you, you know that?" - "A mother cannot hear those words often enough." "Victor Servadac from the White Glove order has written. They accept our suggestion for the cotton pricing", Juan Alfonso Fontonajo told his mother. "That is good", Clarissa Raltessa Fontonajo replied, "this must be quite a machine they have constructed". - "Oh indeed", Juan replied. "However", he added, "I am with Raphael on that one. It's better to let others try and error and then take the final result and use it for your needs." Clarissa laughed: "Oh I am quite certain that's not how your grand-uncle meant it, but you're right nonetheless". They wandered the gardens for a while, arms linked, and enjoyed the beauty of their home. After some silent minutes Juan took the word again: "I have plans, mother." He made a pause, giving her the chance to reply: "I know you do. You always do. That's what makes you special after all, makes you stand out. Your father is a man of action, of change, of quick decisions, of daring and of progress but also risk, of empathy, but also weakness. Your grandfather was a ruler, he was never weak, upholding the ideals and values, always prevailing, a leader to look up to, but sometimes even stubborn, and his eyes closed towards the future. You combine the better of both of them. You are to shape the new world." She proudly looked at him, while a shiver of joy ran down Juan's spine. He thought quite highly of himself, knew he had potential, knew he was great at many things, but those words came rather unexpected, even for him. "And now tell me about your plans", his mother said. Román knew his youngest son Alejandro Baltone would still take quite a few years to find his own identity in life. Right now all he did was look up to his older cousin Franjo, who had nothing else in mind but becoming the same brave salesman, soldier or even hero as which idolized his father Rialto and especially his elder brother Heliodoro. Sure, Románs brother Rialto was a man of adventure, of the sea, and so was his wife and were his children. Franjo was no ex- ception. But Alejandro... Román doubted he would become a fighter. Maybe a captain, maybe even an admiral of a fleet, but surely not an armed soldier. For now, however, Román was fine with his son Alejandro enjoying his youth and trying desperately (yet forlorn) to stand his ground in "battle" against his cousin Franjo. It was quite late, already. The other family members had already gone to bed. Not so the men of adventure. Románs brother Rialto Espada and his wife Anna enjoyed the company of their son Heliodoro and their nephew Joaquin Seramon (Románs second son). Whine and cherries, what a delicious combination after a big meal. They had been talking and discussing for hours and there indeed much to talk about. Heliodoro had just joined a private army, while Joaquin was about to set sail to new islands alongside Ivo Fortesque. Anna had just led a trip to the still partially undiscovered jungles in the middle of Nellisa. Rialto, however, remained rather silent. Román had ordered him not to talk about the plans the two had discussed together with Románs son Juan Alfonso. But maybe he would soon be able to set sail again himself, being captain of... but that was for the future to show. It was about time to follow Joaquins example and refill his goblet once more. For better comprehension of the texts a small chart about the Fontonajo family members: I know presentation and photography are not super awesome for all of the builds, but I'm afraid I can't change that too much anymore. When I build the family dinner I started building some small builds to present the family members, however those quickly turned out to be more than just some small "sideresult", so I decided to take my time on presenting them. However pictures were already made and all but the first build have been partially disassembled already. Anyways, I hope you like the builds and the additional insight it provides into the members of the Fontonajo family in Nova Terreli.

Quite a unique idea, I really like your approach to the challenge. Also your execution is really well done, one of my favorite parts surely is the lava splashing to the sides. Probably the best caption of the hard contrast between ice and fire we have seen in the challenge to date.

Amazing job on the flags, that is some real effort and dedication (and actually looks great as well). Welcome.

That's really nice.

Not much else to say than Great work once more from you.

Ehrm... yes. I guess you know yourself how brilliant that build is? Amazing entry to this contest.

Great to see some more of the religion. And what an amazing execution.

This build really brings along the flair of "hey, we have just landed here, ehrm... what should we do? Right, let's just build some fortification here. And let's get started right now!". I like it.