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I love that cannons. Very cleverly connected.

It's a great build, with lots of mood about it. I almost want to see the biege/tan done in dark tan, to show the muddy nature of the water. But the tan works, too.

The use of new parts in an old aesthetic works really well.

Very clever and well thought out.

The Yoshikuni by skapunkplaything, on Flickr The Yoshikuni by skapunkplaything, on Flickr The Yoshikuni by skapunkplaything, on Flickr The Yoshikuni by skapunkplaything, on Flickr When Siro Hatzuki graduated from clandestine supplier of weapons to Outer RIm pirates to legitimate member of the Merchant's Guild, he was told that he no longer had to be the ostentatious figure he once was. Being rich enough to ignore pretty much all advice, he went on to construct his pride and joy, the Yoshikuni, ostensibly his 'yacht'. However, with a scale and defence suite rivalling most warships of similar size, it is far from a simple pleasure craft. Length: 225m Crew: 102 (50 passengers, to boot) Armament: 2 x STS Cannons (Wing-mounted). 2 x Single-mount Frag Cannons. 4 x Flak turrets. Computer: Hitachi XT-80a. [[Realistically, This has been built for a long, long time and I've been too lazy to photograph it. I need to take it all apart, for the sake of SHIPtember.]]

Love that Ant-Eater. Lots of character for such a tiny ship.

I agree with Corydoras. You may also get some more interest if you embed smaller pictures via flickr. A little easier to spread the word, that way.

The platform is neat, and I love the lines of the Cloud Car. I would like the doorway curves, etc. in dark grey, however, not light grey.

The little street leading up to the platform is perfect..!

Union Bulk Cruiser by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Union Bulk Cruiser by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Union Bulk Cruiser by skapunkplaything, on Flickr With the galaxy as it's oyster, mankind began to forget about Earth. The European Union, floundering in bureaucracy, was left behind in the colonisation in space. It was only when a charismatic Chairman, Mr. Jaanhaven, united Europe with the resource rich remnants of the Russian state and formed The Union that their luck improved. A late comer to the space age, the Union lacked the fancy technology of the Americans, Chinese or British. Instead, their ships were made large, unwieldy and rugged. Their mainstay was the aptly named Bulk Cruiser, used for everything from planetary assault to convoy escort. With weapons more suited for neutralising enemy capital ships, the UBC needs lots of fighter cover and lacks hangar space. However, in groups of three or more, even a determined group of snubfighters would think twice about going toe-to-toe with the UBC. Length: 210m Crew: 100, minimum. Weapons: 2 x fore flak turrets. 1 x dual plasma battery. 2 x STS batteries. Computer: Hitachi 7TT (under licence)

Great creations, real imagination shown.

I think if you placed more detail into the baseplate it could come alive a bit more. Less studs, more plates, perhaps. As well, Bespin is a mostly enclosed environment, whereas this scene seems like more of an open planet type. I like your minifigures and their posing, however, and the bounty hunter ship are lovely.

Tigerhound-class Corvette by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Tigerhound-class Corvette by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Tigerhound-class Corvette by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Named after one of the most dangerous predators on Honorous VII, a Rimward colony world originally settled by Eastern European and Japanese colonists, the Tigerhound is as rugged as it's namesake. A modular internal construction allows the ship to take quite the pounding if it's shields fail, though a smart commander of the vessel will utilise the potent, long range cannon to harass enemy capital ships at long range. It's primary role is that of a scout, commerce raider and escort. During major fleet actions, the Tigerhound can screen larger ships from the assault of enemy fighter swarms, and is nimble enough to stay close and redeploy quick enough. However, in short-range combat with any capital ship of Frigate size or above, a wise commander would withdraw, lest they test the ruggedness of this vessel. Length: 95m Crew: 39 Armament: 2 x flak turrets. 1 x Long-range STS cannon. Computer: Hitachi 76-t-1.

The atmosphere is, as stated, well executed.

It's an original idea, well executed. Old school minifig parts use is cool, also!

That's really kind, thanks for the super helpful views..! The studs are an homage to the Lego of my youth, as well as an effort to leave some industrial tilt to the model. But I'm not opposed to tweaking.

Terrific MOC. Very rustic in stylings and with lots of character. I particularly love the chickens.

Pennyroyal-class Frigate by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Pennyroyal-class Frigate by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Pennyroyal-class Frigate by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Pennyroyal-class Frigate by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Pennyroyal-class Frigate by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Pennyroyal-class Aft by skapunkplaything, on Flickr Modern space-based navies strive to find a balance between starfighters and capital ships. Unlike with the BB-22, which was meant as an anti-fighter platform, the British Royal Navy designed a Frigate capable of engaging other capital ships of similar and larger sizes. Armed with two underslung anti-fighter flak cannons to combat fightercraft, the Pennyroyal relies on it's three dual-cannon turrets to deal damage against similar-sized craft. Thin and tall, with two engines for thrust and two to help manoeuvre around, the Pennyroyal is mobile and reasonably nimble. Although large at 160m, the ship can last for some time without resupply, and is a frequent sight patrolling colonies and trade routes on the galactic rim. Few pirate raiders can last a pound-for-pound tussle with the Pennyroyal, which have made it a firm favourite amongst it's crewmen. However, with no fighter compliment or missile loadout to speak of, the ship can be overwhelmed by many small craft. Crew: 63. Armament: 2 x flak turrets. 1 x double plasma turret. 2 x STS cannons. Computer: Rolls Royce X-31.

Neat shaping on the rear.

The chairs are super well done.

I think this new recruitment line will be a big hit, although there will be plenty of detractors who fail to realise Lego is also for kids. Love that Vulture Droid, however. Very slick.

The Cloud Car is cute and swooshable. The red works, also.

Another version of Yavin (the gas giant, maybe) could come with Ventress and her 'fanblade. That would be more than a little awesome.

It is a very imaginative use of parts. The rotor underneath is particularly well done. Instead of a 1x2 dark grey stud at the front, I'd almost like to see a figurehead, like the big cats on Jaguars..

I think the curves look pretty good, actually..! The figures could be placed a little different, but all in all it's a fine build..!