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I like the build and how it incorporates the ruins into a livable area with the rice patty area. I like the story and the idea that the Tyree’De are a mixture of native and Lotii shipwreck survivors. Well done presentation.

Same, in many of the older Asian inspired sets like the ninja line as well as the Jonny thunder orient exposition, they used 2x2 or 3x3 inverted dishes to represent the hats. and speaking of Lotii. Do they have official colors or is it a free for all?

Good job on the stable. I definitely get the Age of Empires vibe. I like the story for its creativity and it’s unique idea of what two factions would fight over.

I echo everyone else’s sentiments, it’s a nice build and uses an idea that is different than the usual gold, silver, etc.

Thank you! The story come first with inspiration from some TVshows that I have watched. Thank you! I'm glad it came out so well. Thank you! A little research was involved to try and get a story that was a mix of two cultures. Thank you, it took a bit to get it that curve and fit it correctly on the base. Thank you. you would actually be surprised with how many lego sets that I have had over the years all include at least one skeleton. Thank you, I'm glad I was able to due the ruins justice. Thank you. I got the inspiration from conquistador pictures I found. Thank you! The story came first and then I had to make a build that fit the idea. Thank you! At first I was going to try and make a dome and settled on the design I used instead.

Oleon | ChIII CatB | The Philosopher's Stone| Merc Just in time!

Monsieur, After joining our small crew in Fort Altrees, I ventured to make contact with the Carnite forces. Upon meeting our Carnite contact on El Oleonda, he reported that some individuals were after the fabled Philosopher's Stone. We met up with Lady Frieda. A fearsome lady and one whose family has financed a significant portion of the expedition. Her second in command, Captain Stefan, was leading a group of soldiers to look for this fabled Philosopher's Stone in order to turn the tide of the war with the Lotus. The legend is that there was a powerful ancient culture that once dominated the lands. And when a demon came he offered them the instructions on how to make it. In exchange, they needed to offer sacrifices to him every time they made the stone. When Zeus and Hades found out they were both furious. For one fortnight, the skies raged with thunder, lightning and winds. The ground is said to have opened up and swallowed entire cities. When all was said and done they had destroyed not only the entire capital but the entire culture, every city, person, every island. Nothing was left standing, however legend has it that one stone managed to remain hidden. I do not know if they will find anything but I will continue to observe and report any findings. Sgt Enzo Beaumont C&C welcome, overviews in spoilers

I like the growth on the ruins and how the greenery makes you feel like you are in a jungle.

Good job with the story, took me a few to understand what was being said but you did a great job. Good use of the masks as carved faces. And I like how you created the beach. It looks like a simple yet detailed with the illusion of a curve and not straight a straight line.

That ship looks really well sturdy and well built. I like how there is a bend to get the shape.

I share the same sentiments at Professor Thaum. The road and arches are well done. I really like the way you made the windows. Are they loose in the square or have you fastened them somehow?

I like the minifigure poses and the different ways you were able to the poses without taking the fig apart. The different colors of foliage definitely gives off a marshy feel.

I like the troop display and the scenery adds to the feeling of recruitment. The drum was a really clever idea and I may steal it for a future use.

Thank you for the compliments. I agree with you all on the quality. I am not to happy with the way it came out and I feel as though the photo doesn't do these troops justice. The problem I have is that two little Oleans take up a lot of my daylight hours so I am reduced to using lamps and regular lights. Below is a picture of the cannon and a breakdown version. I cannot take all the credit. I did get some inspiration from Greyson over on Flickr. For some reason the black is not displaying well in the photos. I may try and play with the color scheme to help. As far as suspicion goes. You only need to be suspicious if you have something to hide.

Given how the recent raids and unpredictability of the Lotii forces, the newly arrived 2nd artillery company was training with the 3rd colonial artillery company at Breshaun. The choice to use 6 pounder cannons was due to be the obvious choice of mobility as well the ability to inflict damage. Dear General Duval Your choice of a the two companies training together was an invaluable experience. Your recommendation to use 6 pounders instead of the lighter 4 pounders will be beneficial when trying to inflict causalities on enemy forces. Should the Lotii try to strike, we will be ready. Company Captain Andre Dubois Addendum. 2 Companies Raised in Breshaun 3/9/20

I like the designs of the soldiers. The story behind why there are Mardierian volunteers is well done. Each scene ties in to each other really well.

I like how the scene has so much going on but it int overwhelming. The story is also well done and explains the build very well. I cannot wait to see them in action again.

The school was done really well. I like all the small details added like the shed, the desks and chalk board and the guy painting the brick. At first glance it though it was small but when you took the interior pictures and showed all the figures, I realized how big it really was. Good job!

I really like the different categories within this challenge and how each is broad enough for interesting builds.

Thank you, it was very hard to show a place that is lively without being over crowded. Thank you, like i said earlier it was hard to make a place feel bustling but not crowded. I also prefer building with interiors rather then just the face of a building if I can help it. Thank you. I feel as though my minifig collection continues to grow at an exponentiation rate compared to my brick. The wall took me a bit to figure out how much detail to make it. Thank you. The story was actually harder to write then the build was. I've seen how other players have interpreted a lot of the colonial towns and I tried to mirror it as best as I could. Thank you, I've been working on trying to lessen the amount of dialogue in a build and just allow for short easy reads. My minifig collection seems to grow as I see new pieces and look up uniforms from the time period. And do not worry too much about the Oleonese war-machine, just a simple history buff who likes military history......(maybe).....

A Chance Encounter Pt 1. A Chance Encounter Pt 2. Revelations An Unexpected Turn of Events Jan 620 Mere, It has not been long since our last correspondence but I must tell you that Eltina has a lot of bustle in recent days. It seems that the news of the Lotii's raid of a Corrish colony in the New Haven Sea has gotten people riled up. In one area of the town, men were lining up to enlist in the navy. Men seemed to be coming from all over to enlist. Many troops stationed in the town look as though they came from New Oleon while others seem to be native who have enlisted as scouts and interpreters. Back to my new commission, it seemed that Rene had help me get into a captain of an artillery company. While the idea of being far from direct combat is preferable, the cannons are way too loud and I feel as though I am not suited to handle such an assignment. While at the officers quarters, I spoke with several newly commissions captains as well as some Colonels. One individual offered to trade commissions. He had a commission on a light infantry unit and I assumed that they were simply a company that had light responsibilities. I was sadly mistaken and feel as though that individual took me for a fool. The men that I have been assigned are light infantry in the sense that they are expected to skirmish with other armies ahead of any main army. It seems that I may be further in the front light that I thought. Mere do not fret too much, they have provided me with some veteran sergeants who seem to know how this company should operate. And beside, I do not foresee combat for me in the near future. Your Son Captain Jean-Baptiste De Moncey Another free build and a story for a build that has been photographed for a while. This build helps to make my characters promotion official. One of my own critiques is that I am not a fan of the blue sheet as a back drop and have switched over to an off white one to use instead. C&C welcome. Addendum. 2 Companies Raised in Eltina 1/21/20

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Captain Jean-Baptiste de Moncey and Lyle Wellington would be honored to be able to attend.

I like the build and how the ceremony feels full without being crowded. Clever use of the small arch as a bended knee.

It fun little build. I had a good chuckle at the story.