Darth Bjorn

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* Excerpt from Cdr. Storr’s log: In order to handle the migration wave towards the core, we have been reassigned to patrol the borders of Hutt space. A few weeks ago we began to notice an increase of droids traveling core wards. Among this wave of droids, we picked up a HVAC droid and a 4XB programming droid. To my surprise, there has been no records of these droids, since an uprising on Kessel. The droid-due seem to have been travelling Hutt space on a relentless liberation crusade to free more of their mechanical brethren. This will end here. My technical colonel Gnat’lo has already put them in the imperial droid registry. They are likely to be memory wiped and sent back to the spice mines... Species: Droids from Kessel, JV-P12 (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/JV-P12) and DA1-4XB (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/DA1-4XB) (manufacturer unknown) As always a peek behind the scenes...

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* Mission Report from Lt. Daf: In our search for outer rim worlds suitable for Triumvirate outposts I stumbled upon a system far from the galactic attention and the least likely place to support an Imperial Remnant. However, after digging into their history and culture, I learned that a descendant of Kharys had risen to potentially replace the venerable leader of the S’kytri. It took little to convince her, with the promise of the full support of the Imperial Triumvirate. Some of these aliens are as gullible as they look. Species: S'kytri, from Skye (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/S'kytri) And a look behind the scenes...

@Professor Thaum @MKJoshA Well scores will be scores...There doesn't seem to be a 'winning' faction in this episode...

I totally missed this one... Really creative take... You reuse that gangway in quite a few builds?

Thank you guys! @Ross Fisher Yeah - it is rare that parts outside SW theme fits really well, but I really think it works in this case - too bad it only has one expression... ;)

I have to comment on this publicly - your writing is exceptional! Great work, and super entertaining read. The Vader bust is a win!

*Your entry has earned 6 XP* Excerpt from Lt. Markland’s Mission Log: During my research, looking through old imperial warrants I have found a number of interesting personalities. One entry that caught my eye, is of a rather young Balosar wanted for a number of offenses including theft, breaking and entering, reckless driving, speeding, and the list goes on. Evidently she is hiding in plain sight on Coruscant, where she earns her living as a limo-driver for politicians and billionaires. Old habits die hard. I wonder if that is all the work she does now. Sometime earlier on Coruscant... Zula thinking to herself: “Suck it up Zula! Do the research. Get the info. Take the offensive banter… Some night soon you’ll get your payback... At least enjoy the ride in this beut!” Zula Morana’s Crew: Even though Zula was very careful about who she worked with, she rarely worked with the same crew twice. This made the robberies seem very different, and harder to link together. However, a few recurring individuals included the human male, master cat burglar Kawh Nudsoh, the Rodian slicer Bin Gaker, and the Aqualish demolitions expert, Ralto Dussel. Species: Balosar from Balosar (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Balosar_(species)) As always a closer look and some details from behind the scenes... Let me know what you think... :)

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* Mission Report from Lt. Bliez: The imperial relationship with the Tarasin has never been easy, and I fear recent events may make it even worse. Six months ago we established a comm relay, above ground in the tall Ch'hala trees, without the approval of the local clans. However, we made a deal with a Tarasin chieftain, or so called ‘Mother’ to divert all Tarasin attention from our activities, as long as we do not harm the Ch'hala trees, and pay her a substantial fee for her efforts. This deal seemed to be a good way to avoid having to station a garrison here. That is until a few days ago. Mother is getting greedy demanding all sorts of payment, and threatening my personel. She has even hired mercenaries that keeps harassing us. I am sending in a request for additional personnel to help me deal with this scaly creep. Species: Tarasin from Cularin (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Tarasin) A few additional angles:

*Your entry has earned 3 XP* For some time, Imperial Triumvirate equipment has found its way to the core worlds. So much so that certain crates has been equipped with tracking devices. This has lead to a number of arrests on core worlds. Species: Abyssin from Byss (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Abyssin) A closer look:

*Your entry has earned 4 XP* Diplomacy Mission Report from Cdr. Bannon: After positive negotiations with the hutts in the vicinity of Triumvirate territory, the hutts have agreed to give the Jilruans their partial independence. This means that Jilruans are free of any previous bondage to the hutts, but the hutts will maintain their presence and power on Jilrua. In the wake of these events several Jilruans has pledged their allegiance to the Imperial Triumvirate. I am sure we can put these renowned warriors to good use. Species: Jilruan from Jilrua (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Jilruan/Legends) And a few detailed shots - let me know what you think...

I agree 100%

Wasn't my moc, just linked to it. And I agree - cutting the LEGO's are not ideal, but the look is just really nice...

For anyone who wants to include the new Factions logo in their moc photos etc. Here's the logo in a few different colors with transparent background.

Well met @JOKA, we are happy to have you on board! ;)

Thanks a lot. The detonator idea has been floating around for awhile - not my idea originally.. (: I used a leather hole puncher that works very well... Guess a scissor and precision would be my alternative...

*Your entry has earned 9 XP* Mission Log from Lt. Markland: On a personal note, I never thought I would be working with the Hutts, when I signed up for the Imperial Academy on Carida. Luckily Cdr. Bannon has put me in charge of restocking our arms supply. I’d rather be the one dictating terms to the Hutts, rather than turning a blind eye and fleeing to a more polished part of the Imperial Triumvirate. Some time before on Nanth’ri’s southern hemisphere… Lt. Markland: One Zeta-class cargo shuttle is already loaded. The rest will be loaded onto the Lambda. This should be enough weapons to supply the remainder of the Lannik garrison... Exalted Kabani, the manifest states that payment will be taken care of personally by Cdr. Bannon. What does that mean? Kabani the Hutt: Nobata uta-sha tinka mah kikyuna. Eh eh eh... Lt. Markland: Your lordship, it is my concern if I am to make sure the Imperial Triumvirate continues to use your connections for supplying weapons. Kabani the Hutt: Chuba! Spee ek uta-sha Bannon. Lt. Markland: Mmph… I will do that! A pleasure doing business with you, Lord Kabani… Kabani the Hutt: Jee huujah uba Spasteelya kyotopa Circumtore mah kikyuna… Eh eh eh… Lt. Markland: Thank you my lord. Your hospitality is most gracious. Excerpt from Lt. Markland’s Mission Log: Kabani the Hutt seem to have an extensive network of smugglers and mercenaries on his payroll. I have only managed to identify a few of them from the imperial database. Cpt. Augost, a male twi’lek, and seemingly the less charming part of a gun running smuggler duo. Former entries going decades back suggests he has death sentences in several outer rim systems. The other part of the smuggler duo, Vakál, male human. Vakál’s record lists him as a notorious con man. Wanted for participating in the Scipio Heist, whatever that is. The last individual I’ve been able to ID, is Djina, female zeltron bounty hunter, working as muscle and bodyguard for Kabani. Nothing in the records, but I’ve heard that she is among the most expensive bounty hunters on this side of the Hydian way. Species: Shell Hutt (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Shell_Hutts) /// This one was a lot of fun - ecspecially the Hutt character. I've spend some time on his dialogue to make it as close to real huttese as possible. Even if you don't understand huttese you should be able to get the dialogue from Lt. Marklands answers... The structure itself was also real fun - trying to capture hutt architecture. A snot platform and an awning made from a lego parachute... Lots of details and props... Enjoy and please comment and criticizes... As always - behind the scenes shots below:

Thanks - yeah maybe, but I think it has yellow ears and horns from the forhead... Mmh... I'll try it out..

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* Diplomacy Mission Report from Grand General, Warlord Ral Hathe: Sometimes diplomacy is best achieved through a show of strength. I have successfully negotiated an alliance with one of the Krish chieftains on Sanza. He will make sure the remaining chieftains fall in line against us staking a hunting game tour across some of our worlds. He has insisted on my participation… This should be fun! Species: Krish (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Krish_(species)/Legends)

*Your entry has earned 4 XP* The Rishii is known to stick to their own business and rarely mingle with offworlders. To our luck, the Iron Beak, a notorious merchant guild, has agreed to pave the way for an imperial outpost in some of the settlements they control. This should be the beginning of a fruitful relationship... Species: Rishii (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Rishii)

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* Mission Log from Cdr. Bannon: My first orders after the rendezvous at Nixor was to negotiate an alliance with the Aqualish of Ando. Ever since they joined the separatists during the Clone Wars, the Aqualish has been recovering as a species. We are offering them an alliance that will position their world as the uncontested capital of the sector. With some assistance the Aqualish will make a strong strategic ally of the Imperial Triumvirate, and an excellent workforce… Species: Aqualish (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Aqualish) /// So this was a really interesting and challenging build. The seabed is supposed to match the colors of the planet Ando (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Ando/Legends). The building is an back entrance to one of the Ando cities, standing on metal stilts in the water. Besides the water, everything is SNOT...

*Your entry has earned 5 XP* After several months of increasing alien immigration to core worlds, several Imperial remnant worlds are introducing the ATA (Alien Travel Authorization). The ATA is a mandatory travel document that allows aliens to travel freely from and to imperial worlds. Immigration Report from Checkpoint B13-84: In accordance with the Imperial ATA, Guineos have been placed on the restricted list. This means that all Guineos are to be detained and escorted back to their homeworld Dohlban. All inquiries regarding Guineo travel authorization must be reported to the Imperial Triumvirate administration on Daalang. Species: Guineo (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Guineo)

*Your entry has earned 4 XP* Report from Ootmian Pabol patrol vessel, The Huntress: We intercepted an unregistered pirate freighter from Zirulast drifting several parsecs away from the Ootmian Pabol route. To our luck the freighter was disabled and onboard we found the fugitive Temolak Kralblok Darf. The fugitive is being processed and brought to the dungeon ship orbiting Molavar. Species: Temolak (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Temolak)

*Your entry has earned 2 XP* Immigration Report from Checkpoint D-4472: In accordance with the Imperial ATA, Gigorans have been placed on the restricted list. This means that all Gigorans are to be detained and escorted back to their homeworld Gigor. Species: Gigoran (https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Gigoran)

Cool!

Yeah something like snot. However, personally I'm much more a fan of the overall aesthetic of a build, than creative build techniques. I feel there's a little too much focus on unique and original building techniques in Factions - that's where the XP/IP is. That also means that I sometimes think builders go a little too crazy trying to achieve something unique and crazy- rather than building something aesthetically pleasing.