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Here are two of my favorite things I never thought I'd see together. Good job!

Good point. I've just tried this (similar to the UCS anyway), but because of the slightly smaller scale, the engine part on top is too heavy compared to the weapons pod. Which means it will flip over and fall on its cockpit

I've been toying around with the reflective floor, but for some reason it's just not working. PovRay keeps complaining about "Parse Error: End of file reached but #end expected. " Now I think there are some things missing from the code you posted, but I'm not sure (=n00b).. The translate command for the normal was translate *100 so I'm guessing that is incomplete? I changed it to translate z*100 but with no confidence. I also noticed the while loop and that nothing in the loop seems dependent on the iteration number of parameter "S". Anyone know what is going on? Below is the code I tried to use as baseplane. plane { y, min_extent(ldd_model).y texture { average texture_map { #declare Ind = 0; #declare S = seed(0); #while(Ind < 40) // higher number of iterations=less artifacts [1 pigment { ldd_colors[1] } finish { ambient 0 #if (version>=3.7) emission 0 #end diffuse 0.2 brilliance 1 phong 0.0 phong_size 20 specular 0.0 roughness 1 reflection { 1 } conserve_energy } normal { bumps 0.1 // smaller value = less blured reflection translate z*100 scale 0.001 // scale it small(0.001) or big(1000) } ] #declare Ind = Ind+1; #end } } no_reflection }

Thanks Wedge! It now comes with a stand, which I have put in a seperate model file (see the first post for link). It is a bit bulky, but it is sturdy and allows you to show off the B-Wing with S-foils open Stand - front by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr

Thanks It was an interesting puzzle though I feel the skeleton still needs work (if you hold my version by the weapons pod it does bend a bit). This conversion is a little less straightforward; I believe you use this 4x4 wedge no studs on top upside down at the front. It doesn't come in light bley, which is why I used this wedge instead. This results in a cockpit with all studs on top. It looks a little bulkier, but it's also a little sturdier. I know the feeling: so many cool models, so little bricks

Before you read any further: I want to give massive credits to RenegadeClone (or his brother.. or both.. it's confusing) for coming up with this great MOC and leaving enough instructions for me to reconstruct the model. My version is 90-95% the same and I can only take credit for making the model and some small differences in detail (I'll get to those later). RenegadeClone's done a great job. You can find the original topic here. Having said that, things are easier to build when you have an LDD file. A small introduction I'm Krispy. I've been lurking here for a while, taking in ideas and techniques. Now that I've started building again, I figured it's good to share. I'm a big fan of Star Wars universe starfighters, but only the classic trilogy and the stuff after that. I love space sims and "Tie-Fighter" in particular; I've wasted half my childhood on that game . And now I've decided to collect Lego version of the starfighters from that universe. In minifig-scale. I was a little bummed out that TLG doesn't have a proper B-Wing set. Bummed out until I found RenegadeClone's MOC. The Model B-Wing v1.1 by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr There she is, rendered using LDD2PovRay. Total part count: 951. Ouch. There are small differences with the RenegadeClone's original; most concern the cockpit: The cockpit is all light bley; this meant using some different parts The rear cockpit section (with the curved slopes) is completely different in internal construction. The slopes are now attached using 3 stubs making the use of rubber bands unnecessary (I dislike rubber bands). The pilot now has a seat (in dark green!). Flying a B-Wing is tough enough without the physical discomfort.... or so they say. The internal structure of the main wing and the engines is different. I only knew the outside dimensions, so I had to reconstruct them on my own. Internally this B-Wing is probably rather different. Below you will find all the files you need to source the parts and make the model. The LDD model is made using LDD 4.3.5. The partslist spreadsheets was made using LDD Manager, but I've added some extra columns to keep track of the parts that you have ("Have" column) so you can see which bricks you still need. For those of you who don't do LDD, I've exported the instruction to html and put them in a zip; they should work on any browser. The Files The LDD file: v1.0 / v1.1 Partslist (v1.0): XLSX (office 2010) / ODS (openoffice) Building instructions in html (v1.0): link LDD file of the display stand: link If you want to figure it all out yourself, stop reading and start building. Below I've posted some notes on sourcing the parts and building the model that you may find useful though. Sourcing the parts Please note that there are a small number of rare-ish parts used in the model, so check if you have these or are able to order them before you start your Bricklink frenzy: Large hard plastic wheel in classic grey Wedge 4 x 4 (Slope 18 Corner) in light bley; you'll need 4 Most parts in sand blue 4L bar in dark grey/dark bley; dark grey shouldn't be too hard, but dark bley is rarer 8.5L Hose in classic grey Also note that if you need to source almost all parts (like me; my lego is older, so I only have classic grey), this beast will set you back considerably. It has almost 1000 parts. By my estimation I've spend somewhere between €100 and €120 on parts (about $125 to $140). It's not cheap. If you use LDD Manager to check if you can do other colours instead of sand blue, you will only find a small number of basic colours. This is due to this brick. If you want to know what your real options are, paint this brick black in the model. If you are having trouble sourcing sand blue parts (I'm looking at you fellow europeans), dark bley offers a good alternative though your model will look more like the UCS B-Wing that way. Building considerations It's possible to build this model using the LDD generated instructions. I've done so, proving they actually work, but they are a bit weird and unlogical. The LDD model has been grouped in to logical groups, so you might want to check those. As reference, I've rendered a picture showing these elements. Minifig-scale B-Wing v1.0 in parts by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Below I will note some things you want to look out for. Engine covers by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Build these engine covers seperate and add them to the model later (after step 180 or something). Engine (build this first) by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr That means you want to build this engine part first. Exhaust close-up by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Note that the technics half pins do not go in all the way. That's not a bad thing though: you now have the option to add a 2x2 dish giving your exhaust the same look as the offical TLG sets (eg. the 9493 X-Wing). Technics tubing not in instructions by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Note that this piece of pneumatic tubing is not on the LDD model. The holders are though; look at the completed model (all the way below) to see where it slots between the two torpedo launchers. Fix for curved plate problem by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr I had a problem with the narrow 1 stud wide cover plate for the rear of the main wing: it curved outwards (to the left in this picture) because a 1x12 plate I used wasn't straight!! Using this modification at the bottom of the assembly, I was able to hold it in place. Cockpit axle mount thingy in place by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Notice that I used old school connectors with studs on the side. This means the model is a bit sturdier on top (also I have, like, tons of these parts). Cockpit section by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Cockpit with seat. Notice that the headrest has two 1x1 dark bley plates instead of one in the LDD model. This depends on what helmet your minifig pilot is wearing. Build complete! by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr Build complete! It's big, it's heavy. If anyone has suggestions on a stand that works for this beast, I'm all ears. I hope you've enjoyed this little write-up. Good luck and happy building if you're going to attempt one... trust me, they are worth the effort: the build was definitely one of the most challenging I've done so far! update 13-01-2013: A stand I've updated the files section with a LDD model of the stand I came up with (see picture below). It's bulky, but sturdy and allows you to show off the model with open s-foils! Stand - front by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr update 19-01-2013: version 1.1 I've updated the model to 1.1. Grab the new model file from the files section above! What is different you may ask? Well, there's somewhat less studs on the outside of the model. Oh... and the lower part of the internal skeleton has been redone completely. It definitely feels more rigid now. Check out the differences below! Even if you don't want to update your model with loads of tiles, I would recommend redoing the skeleton. B-Wing v1.1 Skeleton update by Krispy's brick stuff, on Flickr

Perhaps you could accomplish this by using the "ToPleSs" (or T-LESs; P-LESs) technique? Aka insert tiles between studs on their sides. Example: Then you could mount the planet on top of the vertical plate again? I'd make a cross of one 1x2 tile and two 1x1 tiles. I'd illustrate, but I'm at work atm. More info on this can be found here here or in the Unofficial Advanced Techniques guide. (upd: brickshelf link was down, so other example chosen)

My guess is that when the outlines are turned on, the bricks are no longer bevelled (valid bevel count becomes 0). This means that raytracing around the edges becomes way simpler and thus faster.

Hey! Now that's a helpful image (and flickr set ); I was wondering if I reconstructed the main wing correctly. It seems there are small differences, but the basics are (of course) the same. I see that I may have to do some last minute adjustments though: my technics skeleton consists of 2 parts; I think it'd be wise to have them join up for increased rigidity. The LDD file I made from scratch, mainly because I wondered what parts I'd need to build this starfighter (only recently got back into the whole Lego thing so all my grey's are classic light grey). @Punisher16 Sorry I'm taking a little longer; we suffered some food poisoning last week. Also, I might have to do one or two little adjustments.

Looks great! (And a bit more manageable than the UCS version )

I think I'm able to help you with that. I'm waiting for some 40 parts before I can start building (mostly 2x3 plates), but I have an LDD file as well parts lists (see the exploded image I included below). (upd: larger image here) With a little luck, I'll have a write up ready sometime next weekend (if the parts get here of course) and yes, I intend to share these files!

If you don't want to wait for an official set, why not build your own? RenegadeClone's version is rather awesome. And he left some instructions on his brickshelf to get you started. If you need a partlist or LDD file to reproduce it, have a little patience: I'm in the process of building one and after that's done (I hope by next week to have all my parts), I'll post a write up (with LXF and (LDD) instructions). I promise I won't take as long as TLG.

Another sucker for starfighters here as well... it looks really nice!