MikeyB

welcome and good to know someone else is in the Charleston area.

blogged on brothers brick once again http://www.brothers-brick.com/2012/09/06/vulcan-hall/ congrats!

The one on Dorcester rd past Wescott. I think it technically is Summerville. They were in one of the hanging displays on an end cap. I also found them at TRU on rivers but they were $3.50 there.

Another fine build Capt. Love the Dk. Grey and lt. Grey combo and a lot of nice details on the building throughout. I love the mushrooms (still need to get me some) and I was looking at buying some brickforge stuff the other day (specifically that scroll)

Found them today at a Walmart in Charleston, SC. price was $2.97

fabulous job! Having just started dabbling in creating maps, I can appreciate how much work went into this.

another awesome de Gothia Product! Great use of figures and Love the wall and gate house! If I were to critic anything it would be the inside the gate house base plate. It just looks like a base plate. no cobble stone or tiles left? But don't get me wrong, this looks fantastic!

Well I have learned that if i don't take photos of something and put them on line I will tinker with it for days, in one case to the point of where I was so tired of looking at the MOC, I just pulled it apart! I think the workshop idea is a good one. you could add a workbench maybe some firewood stacked up. I don't mind the cows, but adding the fence would be good. I like DC fences, I've done a version of a stone fence in a couple of my builds something like that might work if you have some more 1x1 round plates. another tree will definitely add to the Availonian vibe

it is scary how creative and good you guys are, did you make a deal with the devil or something? Great job!

Nice start blue banana You have a lot of nice details and the main house looks good and can definatley see the influence from the guide. . the field looks good too but I think the barn could use some work. the end gables could use soemthing (perhaps extend the roof out one stud and add a 1x brick on the end. another suggest would be to give your landscape some elevation. it looks a bit flat. maybe put hte house or the barn on a small hill (really only need to one brick or so high) it will give your guild another dimention. One final suggestion on the photos is to give us a few more overviews from different angles Details really make a MOC and you have a lot of nice ones (the wheel, barrels, good figure selection) Overall a good job cant wait to see what you have up next

using my wifes laptop< I can see these builds now. Great stuff and I like the brown and black as well. I would wonder if the roof would look better in black v brown but that is just nit picking. the three look great together. You have been really cranking out some good builds lately keep them coming

beautiful build Z. Lots of great details and I love the brick technique. I also like how you finished the top of the tower from your WIP pic. Just reminded me to add some brown window frames to my next bricklink order great job

thanks Ill check your flickr. I know it is something to do with my firewall. I just need to figure it out.

great start looking forward to see the 20x20

Where do you host your photos Soccerkid because I can never see them. I get a network blocked message when I try to click on the link in your signature as well.

this one is a working gondola and there for very utilitarian ;) Actually you caught me there. I actually have ordered a few more pieces to make it a bit more ornate. But Wasn't sure when they were going to come in and with the weather here in the Southeast lately, I might need a real boat soon!

I got them on my last trip to a Lego store (on a trip to Orlando) they had Dk Red 1x2 bricks on the wall. I bought a large PaB cup nearly full of just them.

I was thinking Dk red and black or Black and Gold. Thanks everyone for the complements

some great looking Works in progress Soccerkid, De Gothia and Z. Z I've loved that Technic brick technique since I saw it by tiberium blue t'met monasterywhich is one of my favorite MOC. deGothia, Can't wait to see how you finish those towers. I really like the way the top is shaping up. Soccerkid. some good stuff going on with yours too. Can't wait to see them all presented

Is it really? I thought it was red and gold. Guess Ill edit that, didn't like my photo of the standard anyhow!

Posted my entry for the design the 5th guild challenge You can see more photos at this link Head over and let me know what you think

Here is my entry for the 5th Guild that was teased about a few days ago in the Design a 5th Guild Challenge Thread Guild: Varlyrio Guild Location: (relative to Historica) Ten days sailing west of Avalonia History: Varlyrio has been established for as long as the salt breeze has blessed its Western shores. The island has been mostly unified for hundreds of years under the Rego. The current Rego, Amancio family has ruled for generations. The island’s isolation has allowed its citizens to concentrate on infrastructure and art. Most interaction between Varlyrio and the other guilds have been primarily centered in the trade of goods. Varlyrion jewels, stone and metal work is well known and highly sought after. As such, there are many pirates that try to pray on merchant vessels sailing to and from Varlyrio. The Varlyrion Navy has been battling them for years and often provides safe passage for Varlyrion and other ships around the Island. The Coluna Mountains have long been the home of the Dwarven Stoneheart clan. There is a good relationship between the Varlyrions and Dwarves and they are prosperous trade partners. The Dwarves, often with the assistance of the Varlyrion Army, have a history of battle the orcs that live along the eastern part of the Coluna Mountains. The orcs have been only a nuisance over the years, raiding random travelers in the mountains but recently they have begun raiding in larger numbers and to include caravans, small villages and working camps. Recent events on the mainland of Historia have caused concern for Amancio. He is monitoring the situation closely and has drawn up contingency plans if needed. Capital: Illyria, the capital, is a city of canals and many of the residents have made their wealth as merchants. Most the trade and travel is done by gondolas inside the capital. Unique characteristics: Varlyrions are as comfortable on the water as on land. They love art, music and entertainment but are disciplined warriors with a large navy and trade economy. As well as the navy, the capital also is home to the Corisar, the Army of Varlyrio. The elite Corisar guard, known as the Garra, wears golden clad morion helmets and breast plates and act as bodyguard for the Rego and guardians of the capital, Illyria. Color scheme and citizens: White and Gold Members of the Garra, the elitie unit in the Corisar, the Army of Varlyrio, with the Varlyrion standard gondola with two merchants peddling their goods, crabs, lemons and cherries. A troupe of musicians: singer, lute and hand accordion Life in the Capital of Illyria Two residents enjoy a game of strategy and cunning A trio of musicians serenade a lady of Illyria Races: Human - Mostly along the western coast as well as the quarries and settlements along the Coluna mountains Dwarves – The Stoneheart Clan live deep in the Coluna Mountains. Allied with the Varlyrions they have set up a prosperous trade agreement with one another. Orcs – several small clans live on the eastern edge of the Coluna Mountains. Over the last generation or so the orcs have kept to themselves, harassing only the smallest of traveling parties but recently they have begun to become more organized and have began raiding larger caravans and villages. Minotaurs - Small clans dot the Inland sea. The clans are largely neutral and often keep to themselves. But several minotaurs have left their homelands and have been known to join pirate crews or act as hired guards for merchant caravans or ships. Geography: Varlyrio is a large island nearly 300 miles at its widest point. The island is divided into to two varied climates, separated by a large mountain range, the Coluna Mountains. Most the population is settled along the west coast in several villages and cities, including the Capital Illyria. The land in the west is fertile and produces olive, citrus fruits, grapes (and wine) along with many vegetables. An abundance of fish and seafood is available. Whaling is a prosperous business. Sheep and goats are the principal domestic herd animals. Wild life includes many types of fowl, deer, and boars. There are several quarries near the Coluna Mountain that provide granite, marble and other stone, along with gold, silver and precious gems that is transported to the cities around Varlyrio and beyond. The eastern half of Varlyrio is mostly uninhabited due to its generally harsh enviroment but there are small settlements of brave entrepreneurs, adventures and pirates that prey on the ships that venture to and from Historica. The Inland Sea is mostly rocky with sparse grass and little water. There are several wild and dangerous beasts that live in the lands but only the bravest and most stanch Varlyrions will venture there without a small army and long supply train. The mountain range that cuts the island in two is known as the Coluna Mountains and stone, coal, precious metals and gems are produced and transported down the river or the Mountain Road to the capital city. Economy: Varlyrio is very prosperous as a whole, primarily due to its rich quantity of precious gems, gold and silver and its fine stone quarries. With these riches, trade of all sorts flourished. The main internal trade is fish and seafood, gold, silver, gems, stone including granite and marble. Whaling is also a prosperous trade for its meat, ivory and oils. Fruits and vegetables are abundant due to the mild climates and fertile lands. Fine arts are also a large part of Varlyio. Musicians, entertainers, painters, sculptures, and jewelers are well known throughout the guilds. It Architects and builders are known as fine craftsmen building lavish buildings Leader of the 5th Guild. Amancio is the ruler of Varlyrio. Commonly referred to as Rego, or King in the common tongue, his father was Rego before him as his father was for several generations. When he was young, he was an apprentice on a merchant vessel although his identity was hidden as he traveled and traded with Historia. He later became Captain of the flagship of the Varlyrion navy after coming through the ranks. When his father died and he became Rego. He married his long time sweetheart, Ercilia. They have two sons, Baltasar and Atilio, and a daughter, Aurora. Baltasar and Atilio are young captains in the Varyrion navy while Aurora is coming of age but has a strong spirit of adventure. Baltasar is the oldest and as such, will become Rego when the time comes. Rego Amancio More photos at this link

quite the feat! It looks most impressive and your hull technique is brilliant. Cant wait to see "phase two"

Well I have pretty much finished my entry Here is a teaser until I get it photographed, Ill edit the photos and the back story in once I get the photo done. EDIT: photos and more backstory are now up Guild: Varlyrio Guild Location: (relative to Historica) Ten days sailing west of Avalonia Capital: Illyrian, the capital, is a city of canals and many of the residents have made their wealth as merchants. Most the trade and travel is done by gondolas inside the capital. Unique characteristics: Varlyrions are as comfortable on the water as on land. They love art, music and entertainment but are disciplined warriors with a large navy and trade economy. As well as the navy, the capital also is home to the Corisar, the Army of Varlyrio. Color scheme and citizens: White and Gold More photos and details in HERE Races: Human - Mostly along the western coast as well as the quarries and settlements along the Coluna mountains Dwarves – The Stoneheart Clan live deep in the Coluna mountains. Allied with the Varlyrions they have set up a prosperous trade agreement with one another. Orcs – several small clans live on the eastern edge of the Coluna mountains. Over the last generation or so the orcs have kept to themselves, harassing only the smallest of traveling parties but recently they have begun to become more organized and have began raiding larger caravans. Minotaurs - Small clans dot the Inland sea. The clans are largely neutral but several have been known to join pirate crews or act as hired guards for merchant caravans or ships. Geography: Varlyrio is a large island nearly 300 miles at its widest point. The island is divided into to two varied climates, divided by a large mountain range. The West coast is where most the population is settled. It is fertile and produces olive, citrus fruits, grapes (and wine) along with many vegetables. An abundance of fish and seafood is available. Whaling is a prosperous buisness. Sheep and goats are the principal domestic herd animals. Wild life includes many types of fowl, deer, and boars. The Eastern coast of Varlyrio is mostly uninhabited but there are small settlements of brave entrepreneurs, adventures and pirates that prey on the ships that venture to and from Historica. The Inland sea is mostly rocky with sparse grass. There are several wild beasts that live in the lands but only the bravest and most stanch Varlyrions will venture there without a small army and long supply train. The mountain range that cuts the island in two is known as the Coluna Mountains and stone, coal, precious metal and gems are produced and transported down the river or the Mountain Road to the capital city. Name and build the leader of the 5th Guild. Amancio is the ruler of Varlyrio . Commonly referred to as Rego, or King in the common tongue, his father was Rego before him as his father was for several generations. When he was young, he was an apprentice on a merchant vessel although his identity was hidden as he traveled and traded with Historia. He later became Captain of the flagship of the Varlyrion navy after coming through the ranks. When his father died and he became Rego. He married his long time sweetheart, Ercilia. They have two sons, Baltasar and Atilio, and a daughter, Aurora. Baltasar and Atilio are young captains in the Varyrion navy while Aurora is coming of age but has a strong spirit of adventure. Baltasar is the oldest and as such, will become Rego when the time comes. Rego Amancio More photos at this link