Shadows

Sonofa... they actually work! I'll just imagine they aren't backwards. Seriously though, thanks, Hinck! It would have been so easy for TLG to produce a design like this instead of the silly one they did, and now we've proven it. It's a little scary though that I'm now looking at yellow SW figures and thinking they look funny. I can't believe they turned me fleshie.

I don't see the maid having access, but Mike the servant definitely would. Now if the king had been killed by dusty curtains, then I'd say the maid did it. But yes, I do think we could use the doctor to diagnose the cause of death. Oh doctor, where are you? Funny he hasn't shown up when we need him most. Downright suspicious, if you ask me.

You know, that's a good plan! If the doctor kills Hinckley, I think we could take that as a clue! Seriously though, where are the cook, celler keeper, servants and doctor? I think it's time they answered some questions! *silently wonders if Hinckley is a special kind of talking doctor himself*

No, absolutely nothing like that. If someone did try it, however, I bet it would look very nice. You know, that town looks vaguely familiar too...

Good, that's sort of what I thought. I'd be curious to see if any of the left ones made it into the late pirate sets. I really like the newer ones more, which is unusual for me. They were photographed standing upright with their mouths wide open. You try balancing a couple on their noses and taking a picture...

Recently, I've been doing some LEGO buying on eBay using the links down below. I've found some wonderful opportunities to pick up lots of cheap pirates and accessories, including sharks. While putting away a recent order, I noticed the specimen on the left, in a style that I had never seen before. I immediately checked the rest of my nearby sharks, sawfish and such, and found that all of them were of the style of the right one. It would seem that at some point, LEGO changed the shark mold. It is a minor difference unless you're looking for it, but I think it's better. Why better? Well, you could mount one of the left style on a clear 1x4 antenna and have it swimming in the ocean. It's much more difficult with the right one. I assume that the left style is newer, since most of my sharks are of the earlier era, having come in the 1989/1990 sets. Just to be clear, I don't think it's a fake. Both have the proper LEGO markings including the part number, and those markings appear in the same location. So... which type do you have? I don't really think this is poll-worthy, but just a good chance to informally discuss the kinds of variations that can occur in pieces.

Yes, examining the scene is a good first step. What does it tell us? First, he's in bed, but sitting up. He was clearly in the presence of someone he felt comfortable enough with to be seen in bed, but not comfortable enough to be without his crown. I think that tends to rule out the family and the higher members of his court, but definitely points a finger at the servants. Round up the servants! Second, why was he eating in bed, and who brought him the food? Who made the food? Who controls the wine? Round up the servants AND the chef and cellar keeper! Third, where did he get that Han Solo outfit, and why was he wearing his crown? Perhaps he was up to a little roleplay of his own? Question his mistress! Did he even have a mistress? Round up his mistress! Wait, he didn't have one. NEXT! Fourth, who carefully removed all the skin from his head like that? We're obviously dealing with a demented killer who will stop at nothing to not only destroy his victim's life, but their body as well! I say to you, it's a madman! Round up Lord Dragonator, who explained that it just means he's dead. Whatever, those were the best lines I had for this little episode. Fifth, why are we even assuming it's poison? Perhaps he was shot with a tiny dart from a blowpipe wielded by a crazed pygmie, or bitten by a snake, or he choked to death on a chicken bone. You know, it could happen. I remember this time when I was having the best fried chicken, I mean seriously, it was soooo good, and all of a sudden I knew I'd swallowed something I shouldn't have, but yet I didn't really swallow it, it was stuck, partway down, wedged in my throat, and I coughed and coughed, my eyes watering, my face turning red, and you'd have really thought it was going to kill me, but then, after a particularly hard cough, it just popped back out and I was fine, more or less. Well, maybe the king didn't cough hard enough. Would explain the spilled drink too, wouldn't it? Round up... um... snakes, pygmies, and blowpipes! Sixth, though it really goes with fifth... What if someone intentionally raised a chicken that had particularly tricky bones, eventually planning to introduce it into the king's diet, almost certainly guaranteeing that he would choke to death? I say, bring in all of the local chicken people! What do you call chicken people? Butchers? No, they just chop, they don't raise. Farmers? Chicken farmers! Round up the usual chicken farmers, I've got some questions for them! Seventh, who has access to poison? The doctor! Oh ho, he isn't just a doctor, he's an herbalist too! Well that's awfully convenient, I bet he's got tons of nasty little bits to make your last supper all the less enjoyable. Round him up! Oh, he's here already? Fine, send him in, we'll be with him in a moment. Seriously, this is horrible, we must find the killer before they strike again! Don't killers always strike again? They do in the shows I watch. Let's get cracking, people, the game is afoot! Or at least some little wiggly toes that no longer wiggle because some crazed individual did in the poor king...

I loved this entry, and I still love it. It's one of a handful that I actually would like to replicate in some form. From minifigs to playability, this has it all. I especially appreciate that, unlike the way LEGO does things, each minifig has a unique head and personality. The golden idol is a nice mix of the available parts in that colour, the little prison cell is very traditional LEGO, they loved giving us something like that in their official sets, and the wheeled cannon, while never part of any official Pirate sets, really fits the look. Sometimes even the simple details can really do the trick. The palm tree base torches are a good example of that. I personally thank you for entering this in the contest, and for sharing more of it here. Now I want one that fills a 48x48 baseplate!

Would you stop that?!?! No, I will not. I don't like this, I don't like it at all! Fine, but you're not going to get in the game this way. I don't want in the game now! I just don't appreciate that no birds were allowed in! You know, most birds can't talk... A lot of you humans aren't any better. Can't argue that one. Don't encourage him, Shadows! Let's just wait for the game to start, and maybe he'll manage to sneak in a bird or two. You think? We can hope so. The audience quiets back down.

I have added this thread to the Fabuland Builder's Guild Index, the single source of all things Fabuland here at EB. Carry on.

I collect them, in a very casual manner, I might have 15-20. I chanced upon them while placing my very first Bricklink order. The seller is the single biggest collector of them that I've come across. He's currently offering 74 different kinds, though I believe there are many more. He even maintains a website dedicated to them. They're an interesting sideline to traditional LEGO, and the only Duplo parts I've ever bought. They actually got me to thinking that some of the printed Duplo might be useful in Modular City displays as large business signs, but that's another topic entirely.

You know, I realise this is going to be a topic that stirs some interest, but is there really much to say about it? The decision was made and it was carried out. He has the option of returning, or not. Maybe we could wait and see what happens there before going on and on about it? Oh, and you'll forget everything you've read here. *you are momentarily blinded by a flash of light*

Uh, you're barking up the wrong root there... TRAITOR! Get the Outlaws tag! Geez... it's one thing to credit him with the interest, but the phrase "Fabuland Revolution" is mine! MINE! MINE! MINE! Is there any other kind? I really like this thread. No, really... *goes away crying*

Well, let's see... As much as I'd love to take some credit, I was only responsible for organizing the movement, not creating it. I launched the Fabuland Revolution thread which ultimately became the Guild, but my love for the Fabuland came from Fabuland Housewives. So, I'm voting for Hinck. Honestly, I think it could be looked at this way: Hinck planted the seed (oh no...), Sinner watered it (this isn't getting any better), I made sure things were orderly and well planned, and SirNadroj fertilized it (here we go again) with his imagination, improving it with his MOCs. By the same logic, all of the Guild members helped in their own way. Planting analogies suck.

Since the picture was kindly provided by everyone's favourite Fabuland Admin, I think I'll submit one as well. Entry #1 German1: Oh look Hans, happy tourists. I bet they're a married couple on their honeymoon. German2: You think? German1: He has zee whip... German2: Und what about zee ugly one in zee middle? German1: Mother-in-law. German2: Ach, isn't that always the way? German1: I don't know, she's kind of cute. German2: You've lost your glasses again, Fritz. Drive on!

Very nice! I especially appreciate the sample comic, though I found the whole thing particularly uncomfortable. Have you considered a double-sided head, one normal and one sick? That's about the only thing I could think of to add anything to this, it's a good job, thanks for sharing it!

Name: Adrick Type: Human Alignment: Light Age: Unknown A white priest living in Black Knights territory, Adrick of the White Wilderness is considered more of a legend than reality, sometimes appearing out of nowhere to offer his services, then disappearing as quickly as he came. He is often described as wearing white robes decorated with a circle containing nine smaller circles on it's right shoulder. The meaning of this is unclear to most. Has known Aluvar for a very long time. A VERY long time. While it hasn't been revealed yet, he is the 4th member of the Council of Five that we have met. Are you keeping track of all of them? He carries a talisman to aid in his efforts.

K-13 Black Knight territory Outside the Lost Tavern A priest, that's good timing. Indeed. I'm sure Shadows has lots he'd like to confess. Not yet, but give me time and just enough opportunity. Uh, I'm not really that sort of priest, you know. We know. Talking bird. It must be ... Sorcery, yes, we've heard it before. I was going to say Aluvar. You know Aluvar? He's my grandfather. More or less. Remind me to ask you what that means sometime. Sure, right after breakfast. Before the conversation can get any sillier, the building begins to shake, drawing everyone's attention back to the matter at hand. I thought you said it wasn't there. It isn't, but the energy field is, and it seems that they're putting up quite a fight on the other side. Energy field? Oh. It's a trap! Thank you Admiral Ackbar. Who? Don't ask. Seriously, we have allies in there, and it would seem they could use our assistance. We must act immediately! I am Master Pent of Majestic Tower, how may I assist? I know of your reputation. I am called Adrick of the White Wilderness. You need to focus a beam of temporal displacement on that structure. I'm not really up to that, I did just teleport and all, and I haven't even had my tea yet and ... I'll handle it. What else? This will require timing. When the image begins to fade, we need to strike it with a holy weapon, then I will attempt to send a charge of holy energy through the temporarily weakened field. That should push back any source of evil on the other side, hopefully allowing your friends a chance to fight back. Well where are we supposed to get a holy weapon? It's your lucky day. Alyss pulls out her staff, wielding it in her right hand. You don't know how long I've waited to hear you say that. Uh huh. Are you trained with that, miss? It's quite a serious weapon. I didn't even know that anyone outside of ... oh, how foolish of me. You're the Crown Princess, aren't you? I am. I'm sorry about ... My mother. I know. You came. You tried to help. You failed. You're the 142nd person to say that lately. I... It's no problem, really. Aluvar and Shadows managed to discover the source of the disease and cure it, she's back and better than ever. Excellent news! The Council is restored! Council? Later. First we have a more immediate matter to attend to. Right then, if we're all ready! Shadows begins chanting, producing a huge shaft of blue light eminating from both of his hands. As the light hits the building, it begins vibrating, blurring and shifting through the colour spectrum. Good! That's almost it! Princess... now! Alyss focuses her energies and unleashes the full power of her weapon on the building. Openings begin to appear, moving randomly across it's surface. Adrick begins his own process, equipped with some kind of mysterious talisman from which pure white light shoots, passing into the building as it shakes even more. After a few moments, Adrick falls to the ground. Are you alright? Fine, it's just a very draining experience. Now, it is up to your friends inside to finish the job.

Oh, I think we might be able to make some use of him. I edited your last post for that cavern/tavern thing, and changed his lines a bit to fit what I'll do next. WhiteFang: There is a massive wave of holy energy coming into the building. They may wish to take this opportunity to finish off Old Brown while they can and then get the hell out. We've done all we can, their destiny lies in your hands. Type well!

That looks great, I really hope I can attend one of those some day, especially for the fun competitions and chance to pick up unusual parts/colours. I could turn some previously unknown shade of green with envy on that part alone... They have a sign at the door, "must be this tall to enter"

I have a good one! Check here.

Ok, seriously kid, you could have gone with a more believable story, or backed down a bit, but you didn't, so here are a few facts of life when it comes to "1,000 soldiers" There are currently a total of 159 redcoats, and 288 bluecoats, of the standard soldier variety, available on the entire Bricklink site, worldwide. To purchase them, you would need to place orders in approximately 97 stores, assuming they all ship to your location, and spend a total, without shipping or minimum order requirements, of $2650.89. Now I realise that you're spending $350k on this project so that you can hustle guns and men from your friends, who must also be rich and buying up their own collections, but come on. Really. So, how about telling us what this is really about, huh?

Great site! I especially enjoyed the Jack Sparrow/Disney story, as I'm always up for a good behind-the-scenes Disney tale. Shame they don't offer a link back here.

Yes, Aluvar would be helpful here, but he's away at the moment, in another dimension of his own, dealing with matters at Druth Castle, cleaning up the mess caused by Yodarth and summoning the Council of Five, so he isn't going to be able to make this party. Let's hope that Shadows and Pent, with a a little help from Flangdor, can somehow do the trick. Master Pent isn't really weak, he's insecure. Bluervo taunted him enough to get his backbone in place again, for now. Question is: what do you want the ultimate outcome to be? Does Lord Kenneth need to be possessed or are we to save him?

Yeah yeah, hail to thee and all that jazz. Let's get this party started.