Stuartn

I do agree that a simple inverted corner wouldn't be very popular (not impossible, but not aesthetically pleasing or appealing). But I do agree that a set that includes an inverted corner could be done quite easily. If the set included two buildings on separate baseplates, with one being on a 32x32 baseplate and the other on a 32x16 one, and with at least one being a corner (the smaller 16x32 one), they could be arranged so the larger building sits adjacent to the long side of the smaller one, with its facade facing the smaller building. The exposed side of the 32x32 building would be perpendicular to the 32x16 buildings long side and this is where the other modulars could attach, creating the inverted corner. Otherwise, they could be arranged in a simple line, for those who do not want the inverted corner, with extra plates included to facilitate that. This would still be a niche set because it would need to be very large, but it would create an inverted corner option yet still work just as good for those who display modular buildings in a line, which is probably a majority.

Amazing build, I thought this ship looked a bit odd in the films with it asymmetrical design, but after seeing the amount of detail you placed into this MOC I am inclined to like it now. I especially like how you have seamlessly incorporated the fuel tanks (I'm not sure what they actually are called) on the side of your model and the details on the underside that I can see are well executed. Several also appear even more briefly in episode IX, if I remember correctly.

Hi everyone on Eurobricks, Although I am only new to Eurobricks, I have been monitoring this forum for quite some time now - it is a very handy reference point to find information, especially on new sets. I thought I would share my opinions on the new sets. I do have to agree with the argument that the new baseplates do increase the prices of sets (they would be much cheaper otherwise), but I must also agree with the point that the new sets are no more expensive than those of past waves, nor are there any less pieces in these new sets. I personally think that they enhance the look and functionality of the new sets. I think these new road plates are a very clever initiative from Lego. I would assume they are not attempting to enhance the actual set, hence improving sales, but to provide an incentive for consumers to purchase more of the interconnectable sets. I understand that the inclusion of the new road plates can be very annoying for consumers, especially when they already have layouts which the traditionally baseplates, or want to purchase the buildings and not the plates. Personally I look forward to the new plates, as even one copy of the 60304 road plates set would allow me to finish my layouts 75% complete roads, which are built two bricks high above baseplates and would effortlessly combine with the new road plates. I would hope that other retailers besides Lego.com will have lower prices, as AU$32.99 seems quite high when compared to equivalent overseas prices. I can see a lot of uses for the new road plates, as since the white lines look like they are attached to separate 2x4 tiles they can easily be repurposed for uses other than roads. As for the great vehicles and police/fire sets, I am less impressed, but as these are not aimed at AFOLs (nor are the other sets really) I am not critical, and the great vehicles sets actually look quite nice. My one personal wish would've been for a bus or something public-transport related - it would have made sense considering the emphasis on roads.