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Forget it, it was junk.

They are Catspaw Customs minifig hex stands. I got them here: http://www.brickarsenal.com/catspawcustoms.html

Wait, those immortal words uttered by John Cleese. Including the French guard, he played six characters in that movie.

How about High Court?

A werewolf from Nocturnus was spotted in Cobalt Vale recently. I believe he was selling mountain cat carcasses to some food vendors.

NOMEA will stay together for a few more days, so I'll try to get some better pics tomorrow. I'm glad you like the squire, as he should be returning to Mpya Stedor soon. With help. I made him pretty easy to replicate, if you want to use him. The only real custom on him is a Brickforge torso decal, and you can just have him change clothes if you can't get the decal. The hardest part of him is the head/hat band, as it takes a little control to position (I'll get a pic of it). Second to that is his cape, which is actually the CMF Bride's veil. It is positioned going up, then folded back down and held with the epaulette piece. As for the dialect, it is the kind of speech you'll hear in rural Florida, but it is kind of hard to write phoenetically and be understood. I'll be writing up character bios for most of my figs (with more pics) in the Kaliphlin thread soon. I was going to do some posting on the Wiki too, but not as many people go there.

Wonderful way to represent someone else's force joining your own. Especially if your limited on the types of torsos you own. The Nestlands Clans will be sending some warriors soon.

Is this for the Kaliphlin mini-challenge? It's a good story, and the build isn't cluttered so the interaction of the characters becomes the focus. The older torso makes the Kaliphlin general look correct, as the style of his clothing would reflect an earlier generation. It is understandable, though, about wear on the older printing. To preserve your older torsos in the future, I suggest investing in a semi-gloss clear sealant paint. I plan to when I get around to making custom decals and paint designs. I would also like to know where Thorgin's weapon and shield come from.

What I found helpful was the Fire Nation Ship. Lots of black, dark bley and light bley, as well as quite a few flags. Plus some cool armor. I even use the fleshies for GoH.

That is too true. Fact: chickens will eat their own dead if they see the blood. That is why someone invented red colored glasses for chickens. I believe that is the origin of the phrase, "Seeing the world through rose colored glasses."

Aaaah! Soylent green is people! What's your cookbook, 'How to Serve Man'?

NOMEA is finally up: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=78314 It took a long time to write it and insert all the pics. Enjoy.

Nestlands Office of the Minister of External Affairs: History of the Office: For twenty years, the young clans-persons of the Nestlands have petitioned the High Ministry to make widespread contact with the other peoples of Historica. Traditionally the High Ministry, made up of the five representatives of the mountains and the representative of Cobalt Vale, would only take a token vote on these petitions. Over time, the increasing threats of the Rakath Mountains slowly changed the opinions of the more conservative of the High MInistry. Then the drow, lead by Yvonell, incited a civil war. Additionally, Valsharess went deep into the depths under the Rakath Mountains to make contact with the demon Lloth. Word of these events began a rising worry throughout the Nestlands of being conquered by the drow, or worse things. The High Ministry had to act for the safety of all the clans. As quickly as possible, meetings were held, a new office was created, and people were chosen. Aturl Prndrn, as the new Minister of External Affairs, acquired an old estate on the northeast end of Cobalt Vale, near the East Gate. A flurry of activity began to turn the run-down building and courtyard into a presentable Nestlands Office of the Minister of External Affairs. With this finished, a formal Declaration of Alleigance to the Kaliphlin Court was drafted by the High Ministry, and an envoy was sent to Petraea. Word of the Nestlands Clans of the Armored Eagle Goddess spread quickly in the lands of the Kaliphlin, and the neighboring sent trade emissaries. History of the building: It was less than a decade after the founding of Cobalt Vale, the Order of the Egg built a monastery near the base of Guin Nol, and began training for a quest to find the Egg of the Armored Eagle Goddess. The Order of the Egg during the first 300 years of their existance made seven great quests, all ending in failure. From generation to generation the Order of the Egg diminished, and the monastery was eventually abandoned. When the Blue Walkers Trading Company was established, they bought the old monastery and rebuilt it with new architecture. The BWTC were the first 'secret traders' to go outside the Nestlands disguised as Mountain Mummies. The estate would be the head office of the BWTC for nearly a century before a new office was built on the west end of Cobalt Vale. For a time after the BWTC moved, the Cobalt Vale City Guard East Gate Watch was billeted on the site. That would not last though, for a more suitable garrison was eventually built south of the Cobalt Vale East Gate. It lay abandoned again until it was appropriated and refurbished by the new Minister of External Affairs. Current Events: In the Historica timeline these events are between The Alleenridders riding out (http://www.eurobrick...l=+mpya +stedor) and Evacuation in Mpya Stedor (http://www.eurobrick...showtopic=78111). ------------------------------------ In Mpya Stedor, Squire Rikhard 'Redbird' Greisun was chosen as Trade Emissary to the Nestlands Clans. He was afforded three palace guardsmen, two market guardsmen and one archer from the city wall guardsmen. The reason for the force is that along on this journey would be an important Mitgardian tradesman, Andrius Hierre, and his daughter Ivonova. ----------------------------------- In Berigora, a trade emissary (unnamed right now) was appointed for an official visit to Cobalt Vale along with three court herbologists. Issues arrised in Peregrinus that delayed the envoy, but after the near distruction of the Causeway, the trip could not be delayed any longer. Due to the potential dangers on the mainland, a contingient of Causeway guards (number unknown right now) and a centaur Berigora soldier (unnamed right now). ----------------------------------- Today in Cobalt Vale. Guarding the Door by gedren_y, on Flickr (Sdair Zuuree and the Captain of the Guin Nol High Guard) "The city's been really bustlin' lately," I told the old soldier, "Lookit, even dem outlanders are enjoyn' the day." "Hrmff," he replied gruffly, "Gonna be war soon. An' you an' me are gonna be in on da fight." Two outlander warriors in scorpion livery came rushing by. Showing off by gedren_y, on Flickr (Mpya Stedor Market Guards) "Look at this!" the first outlander yelled, waving his shield, "We got our shields decked out and new swords." "Don't -huh-huh- forget the new -huh- waist armor and sashes," the second outlander gasped, out of breath from his run, "And the food in this town is weird. Good, but weird. Don't ask for chicken or duck, though. You don't want to be pelted with rotten fruit." "Savages," grunted the old soldier. Archer Admiring the gear by gedren_y, on Flickr (Mpya Stedor City Wall Guard) The outlander in red with the short bow snickered, but seemed to admire the new equipment. Another Drink by gedren_y, on Flickr (Mpya Stedor Palace Guards) The two middle-aged outlanders in crown armor were too involved in their drink to be bothers. "Idiots," growled the older outlander in crown armor, "Didn't you read the briefing about thier laws and customs? Now get to your posts, you'll be needed to escort Lady Hierre soon." "Dat man knows whats importnt," my old companion muttered, "Now that fool on yer right, past my lads. He could learn a thing or two." Upset Stomach by gedren_y, on Flickr (Peregrinus Causeway Garrison Commander) "Huurrhk," the man in the blue raptor livery vomited, not for the first time today. "Yer lads aren't much better," I mumbled back, "They should be at attentshun, not snickering to each other 'bout an outlander who ate the wrong thing." High Guard Laughing by gedren_y, on Flickr (Young High Guard pikemen) "Eisth da hieg ta. Nan ert iishur fo twit-twit!" the center lad bellowed in the old tongue. The other two laughed at the rude joke. "Eh! A-TEN-SHUN!" roared the old Captain, "Watch for danger, not your own words. Idjits!" ------------------------------ In the main foyer . . . Conversation 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr (Lady Ivonova Hierre and Squire Rikhard 'Redbird' Griesun) The trade negotiations for Mpya Stedor have been finalized, but the Berigora emissary and the Mitgardian, Lord Hierre, were still deciding shipping deals. Without anything to do, Rikhard decided to wait in the foyer with Lady Hierre. He tried to spend his time examining an abstract representation of a dragon, but the Mitgardian lady woudn't shut up. Conversation 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr (an excited Mitgardian lady) "Aren't these just the best?" Lady Hierre gushed, "My da got me this new helm and shield, and I got to order a new battle staff to be painted. It should be ready in a few days. And the food! Much better than what we usually eat on trade trips. Berry glazed lamb, mmmhm." Conversation 3 by gedren_y, on Flickr (a very bored Mpya Stedor squire) "How interesting," Rikhard muttered, "Why don't you have the Market Guards escort you somewhere to find something tasty." ----------------------------------- Later, in the afternoon . . . Me and the Minister for his favorite local drinkin' spot. He was gonna have some shwipper spirits, while I drink my favorite sour-schiet tea. As we were leavin', my brothers Wahl and Lohp were running to catch up with us. Wahl, as usual the more excitable of the twins, was in the lead. Late Arrivals 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr (Avalonians arrive in Cobalt Vale) "Ho there, pinkskins!" came a yell from the east, "Which one of you is the Minister of External Affairs. We have big news." Late Arrivals 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr (Lohp with his fisher-hawk pike and Wahl with his longbow) Me and my brothers were quick to react. Wahl and Lohp readied their weapons, prepared to teach this outlander some manners. Late Arrivals 3 by gedren_y, on Flickr (Sdair Zuuree and Aturl Prndrn, Minister of External Affairs) "Minister," I said calmly, but with my sword and shield ready, "I believe you have some important visitors." "Thank you, Sdair," the Minister said with cool detatchment, "Wahl, Lohp, you may stand down now." The Avalonians dismounted, but didn't stow their weapons. The Minister stepped back up to the door without a moment of concern saying, "Please, come in. Rest and tell us what has been happening in the green lands." The Avalonians followed Aturl inside. Since the Minister included us, me and my brothers followed the Avalonians, with weapons low but ready. "Big, bad news," the heavily armored knight said, "The wizard Victor Revolword has taken Cedrica." "What!?!" Aturl yelled in shock, stopping all of us in the foyer, "We'd heard about the havoc his elementals are causing, but didn't think he could control them enough to actually occupy a city. Much less the grand Capitol." "He has an army now," the man in chainmail said, "They call themselves the Hand of Corruption. Ugly, orc-like and the color of dead blood." "We have to report this to the High Ministry," Aturl replied, quickly turning to go back out, "Would you two come with me?" "Wait, there's more," the chainmail Avalonian said, "Tell them, sir." "Alright," the knight huffed with impatience, then continued, "As we came up into the mountains, we watched another large army of dark things come out of a cavern. Some I think were drow, but most look to be some kind of un-dead. We watched for nearly a day, and they looked to be following the trade route from Qarkyr to Mpya Stedor." "Ah . . . Sfodda ko agba!" the Minister swore. Then after breathing a moment, ordered, "Wahl, find the Mpya Stedor emissary, and have him bring a few of his men to the High Ministry building. Make sure he leaves someone with the Mitgardians. Lohp, get to Neord Bloodmane. We'll need the fleshmage's expertise. Sdair, soldier, Sir, come with me. This really is big news!" As we all rushed off, I couldn't help noticin' the Minister seemed to have a spring in his step. -------------------------------- Now for a better look at the build, minus the figs. Front Detail C 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Front Detail C 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr Kaliphlin Standard by gedren_y, on Flickr Cobalt Vale Standard by gedren_y, on Flickr Front Detail L 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Ground Detail L by gedren_y, on Flickr Front Detail R 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Ground Detail R by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail L 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail L 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail L 3 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail R 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail R 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail R 3 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail C 1 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail C 2 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail C 3 by gedren_y, on Flickr Back Detail C 4 by gedren_y, on Flickr (I'm sorry I didn't get a good overall shot, but the camera I was working with has it's limitations.) ------------------------------- Here are some closer looks at some of the figs. (http://www.flickr.co...57632537151387/) There are seventeen close pics of figs, keep clicking next to see them all. Some aren't so good. Note, I forgot to get the Minister, and omitted the Berigora Causeway Garrison Commander. I don't actually have the correct torso and shield for him yet. ------------------------------ And here is, as promised, the standard planting scene from my innitial entrance post (http://www.eurobrick...50#entry1293954). Not a good pic, but I got it. Planting the Standard by gedren_y, on Flickr gedren_y

NOMEA is finished, but photography was a bust today. I will try to have the pics tomorrow. This time I'll get pics with and without figs. NOMEA, for being 16x48 has fourteen figs. One of those is the Peregrinus Causeway Guard Captain vomiting into a barrel. I even have the sword and helmet from the second pic on gabe's entry post. I couldn't fit the Avalonians in, though. I was planning on re-dressing it for one of my one of my scenes in the opening post. Maybe I'll make a third scene with the Avalonians showing up late. I'll also get my LDD build posted this week. Next week I'll be working on the Kaliphlin mini-challenge, and then on to Visiting Herbologists, which I'm tempted to make a 64x64 build. All Kaliphlin builds with stories. Then on to Challenge VI, which is the epic story. The Kaliphlin do epic deeds and tell epic tales, and Avalonians arrive late to the party. Mainly because they're too worried about what to wear. The Nocturnians are still reeling from an aborted civil war. The Mitgardians are exhausted from building all those walls, and they're still in a leadership transition. We of the Kaliphlin will fight the fight, tell the tale, and return home to all the glory and riches due.

Maybe I'll have it between this and the Evacuation of Mpya Stedor. Maybe word comes with the Avalonians about Valsharess leading an army towards Mpya Stedor along with the news of Cedrica's fall. The Nestlands are pretty well isolated until a proper trade route is established.

I'm guessing you encountered this set: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?S=5929-1 If so, it is in fact Creator, not Kingdoms. But it does use a Kingdoms torso assembly.

I should be posting NOMEA soon, which will have quite a few Mpya Stedor characters. Should that event, timeline wise, preceede this? Oh, and it was the Mpya Stedor contingent that escorted a prominant Mitgardian trader to Cobalt Vale.

Woah, a scene from Brad Bird's best non-CG movie. Classic.

I am wondering if the Hagrid body (http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=40250cx2) will accept the Stinky Pete head (http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=bb451). Has anyone done this combo? I want to know if it works before I spend money on the head.

Of the three, I have bought Brickarms. Brickarms has a large list of quality items that are put through serious design and testing. If you choose Brickarms, I would suggest you order from http://www.minifigforlife.com/theprostore/main.php as they are the UK retailer. I have considered Brickwarriors for some of their armor and unique items. Their UK retailer is http://www.firestartoys.com/?Query=brickwarriors&x=0&y=0. This retailer sells BrickForge as well. I have enjoyed Brickforge products and recommend them. Little Arms Shop appears to be mostly Star Wars related. Good, if that is what you want, but they are pretty theme specific. They are based in the Netherlands. Since my focus isn't sci-fi, I haven't bought their products.

This is on my Febuary purchase list along with Equila's Ultra Striker. The main draw for me is all the feather pieces and specialty pieces that will work with my GoH characters. Those booster parts will make a great covered fire pit. I might even modify the cockpit to use as a statue.

I am talking about the page two selection of "To buy a piece", which looks to be direct purchase of specific parts. I am a builder, not a reseller, but I can see where TLG could be taken advantage of without a stop-gap measure. I am just wondering how much I should budget for the types of pieces I need. I like to pre-plan, and have my money ready before ordering.

The Nestlands Clans of the Armored Eagle Goddess have yet to see their Goddess' return. There is much I want to do with Cobalt Vale and its surroundings.

I'm tempted to make a scene where someone beat my characters to killing Victor Revolword. They find the body, and make sure he stays dead.

They list the rare shields from Tower Bridge, Town Hall and Kingdoms Joust as available parts. My interest is what kind of pricing and shipping rates.