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For the most part I've just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you know
lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
<http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
It's another study of organic Lego. Here's some of the text from my BZP post:
"I've been trying to build these open organic type models. I've dubbed the style
"weaving" from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is like
weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone's guess.
Anyhoo I'm trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and "skin" that
rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know the
end result is somewhat messy looking but I'm pushing myself to build a bit more
free flow. Also I'm gearing up to make something larger which will need to be
lighter as well. I'm hoping this open type style will help me."
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I like it and I think your goals will be realized.
Thanks for sharring.
e
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
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For the most part I’ve just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you know
lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don’t post.
However, at the urging of a friend I’m posting my latest Bionicle moc here
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785
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Bryce!!!
That is just too cool! How the heck did you get it to stand up with that huge
rear end? :-p
Great MOC, I’m glad you brought it to our attention. I really wish you’d post
more often. :-)
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It’s another study of organic Lego. Here’s some of the text from my BZP post:
“I’ve been trying to build these open organic type models. I’ve dubbed the
style “weaving” from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is
like weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone’s guess.
Anyhoo I’m trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and “skin” that
rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know the
end result is somewhat messy looking but I’m pushing myself to build a bit
more free flow. Also I’m gearing up to make something larger which will need
to be lighter as well. I’m hoping this open type style will help me.”
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Hmmm, very interesting. That is definitely a new approach to building. The only
problem I can see is that the “skin” would be kinda fragile. Of course, I’m sure
you’re already thinking of ways of making it strong.
Keep up the awesome work.
Mladen Pejic
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
> For the most part I've just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you know
> lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
> However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
>
> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
>
> It's another study of organic Lego. Here's some of the text from my BZP post:
>
>
> "I've been trying to build these open organic type models. I've dubbed the style
> "weaving" from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is like
> weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone's guess.
>
> Anyhoo I'm trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and "skin" that
> rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know the
> end result is somewhat messy looking but I'm pushing myself to build a bit more
> free flow. Also I'm gearing up to make something larger which will need to be
> lighter as well. I'm hoping this open type style will help me."
Ewwww...
I need a really REALLY big shoe!
The little slug thingies as fangs - brilliant! I also think the eyes are very
effective.
I can see this widow spider blending in with a larger version of your "Rack"
unnoticed until some prey happens by...
Where's my can of raid?
Did I ever mention that I really hate spiders?
Later,
Chris
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Mladen Pejic wrote:
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That is just too cool! How the heck did you get it to stand up with that huge
rear end? :-p
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The rear end is fairly light when compared to “normal” Lego building so it only
requires minimal structural support. Then I added those straws that I’m so fond
of to the legs. When they are twisted around like that they become structually
sound adding support and stiffening the ball socket legs.
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Great MOC, I’m glad you brought it to our attention. I really wish you’d post
more often. :-)
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Thanks Mladen. Maybe I’ll start posting more...
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Hmmm, very interesting. That is definitely a new approach to building. The
only problem I can see is that the “skin” would be kinda fragile. Of course,
I’m sure you’re already thinking of ways of making it strong.
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It’s kind of weird how strong the substructure becomes with minimal connections.
The skinning is more of a cover on this one rather than integrated structual
elements so the tails tend to fall off here and there. But yeah I’m already
working on ways to strengthen it.
That said I’m concurrently trying to make a structure that is fundementally
flexible with the skin elements sliding over each other like plate armor. As
with most of my building I have no idea where it’s going but I’m having fun
finding out.
http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/Cajun/Phoenix/Xanadu/xanadu01.jpg The tail
on this one is not skinned yet but is an example of the flex/floating point
articulation. Essentially it bends back and forth (think wagging) without losing
structual integrity. It’s still just a WIP though.
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Christopher Snead wrote:
(snip)
> Ewwww...
>
> I need a really REALLY big shoe!
>
> The little slug thingies as fangs - brilliant! I also think the eyes are very
> effective.
Thanks. "Slug thingies" = lol = Kraata (i hope)
> I can see this widow spider blending in with a larger version of your "Rack"
> unnoticed until some prey happens by... • Yup! Tried to fit him in there but he's too big...
>
> Where's my can of raid?
>
> Did I ever mention that I really hate spiders?
Me too (as you know). Next up is a Giant Moth battling some maniac trying to
flash freeze it with a can of compressed air ;-)
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Bryce! We'll make a pact to post more often. I've been saying I will for the
past two years but school seems to catch me and I forget.
In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
> For the most part I've just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you know
> lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
Gah I'm so inconsistent at even doing that :P
> However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
>
> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
>
> It's another study of organic Lego. Here's some of the text from my BZP post:
>
>
> "I've been trying to build these open organic type models. I've dubbed the style
> "weaving" from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is like
> weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone's guess.
>
> Anyhoo I'm trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and "skin" that
> rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know the
> end result is somewhat messy looking but I'm pushing myself to build a bit more
> free flow. Also I'm gearing up to make something larger which will need to be
> lighter as well. I'm hoping this open type style will help me."
That's sweet. I've always loved the idea of different builders not only building
with different styles, but in different "forms". I think it sounds cool.
This weaving business is pretty awesome, the flowing lines through the legs give
it a cool feel. I think the 1 x 1 clips you've added make it look more sinister,
(I'm guessing they're to look like hairs?) but break up the flow a little a bit.
What if you used black minifig hands or something? (assuming that those are
intended to be hair)
The big sack on the back looks thoroughly disgusting and as chris said, the
fangs are cool.
Awesome stuff.
BTW I remember you mentioning once you listened to Audioslave. Have you got Out
of Exile yet? (not much of a chance seeing as it came out this morning) I like
the sound but the lyrics aren't nearly as epic or immersive as last time. Tom's
solo's are still the coolest thing on the block though.
See ya
-Geordan
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Geordan Hankinsong wrote:
> Bryce! We'll make a pact to post more often. I've been saying I will for the
> past two years but school seems to catch me and I forget.
Nahh! Let's just hide out and pretend we're posting!
> That's sweet. I've always loved the idea of different builders not only building
> with different styles, but in different "forms". I think it sounds cool.
I like when someone has a particular style, but I also like builders who push
themselves to make really new things as well. It's just too easy to fall into a
rut...I'm rambling...
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> This weaving business is pretty awesome, the flowing lines through the legs give
> it a cool feel. I think the 1 x 1 clips you've added make it look more sinister,
> (I'm guessing they're to look like hairs?) but break up the flow a little a bit.
> What if you used black minifig hands or something? (assuming that those are
> intended to be hair)
The clips are "hair" I guess. I was just seeing how a texture might look there.
It's still always an experiment when I build. Weaving is so much more free ended
then how I normally build. It's this weird layering thing...I can't even explain
it well.
> The big sack on the back looks thoroughly disgusting and as chris said, the
> fangs are cool.
"big sack" = LOL!
> BTW I remember you mentioning once you listened to Audioslave. Have you got Out
> of Exile yet? (not much of a chance seeing as it came out this morning) I like
> the sound but the lyrics aren't nearly as epic or immersive as last time. Tom's
> solo's are still the coolest thing on the block though.
That was so random! :-) No I haven't heard it yet though I bet Dan might bring
me something special to the next LUGOLA meeting...
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AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
it's ok, it's Lego *whew*
wait, still need to *gulp*
Un-frickin'-beLIEVEable dude, and I'm not even scared of spiders! You know,
it's the hairs that just make this thing crawl with creepiness. Everything
about it just exudes "Don't mess with me or I'll spear you with my fangs,
slowly poison you to death, liquify your insides and suck 'em out with
ee-veel relish!"
BTW, why aren't you working for Lego yet? I want see this lovely lady on
the store shelves.
Dave S.
"Bryce McGlone" <lil_lions_musings@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:IGz8vI.1w5u@lugnet.com...
> For the most part I've just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you • know
> lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
> However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
>
> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
>
> It's another study of organic Lego. Here's some of the text from my BZP • post:
>
>
> "I've been trying to build these open organic type models. I've dubbed the • style
> "weaving" from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is • like
> weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone's guess.
>
> Anyhoo I'm trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and "skin" that
> rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know • the
> end result is somewhat messy looking but I'm pushing myself to build a bit • more
> free flow. Also I'm gearing up to make something larger which will need to • be
> lighter as well. I'm hoping this open type style will help me."
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> In lugnet.build.mecha, David Simmons wrote:
> Un-frickin'-beLIEVEable dude, and I'm not even scared of spiders! You know,
> it's the hairs that just make this thing crawl with creepiness. Everything
> about it just exudes "Don't mess with me or I'll spear you with my fangs,
> slowly poison you to death, liquify your insides and suck 'em out with
> ee-veel relish!" • Thanks David.
> BTW, why aren't you working for Lego yet? I want see this lovely lady on
> the store shelves.
I'm not sure Lego is hip to super evil models. I can see it now: Lego Giger
themed sets. ;-) Actually I'd love to help rebuild this robotic band they had at
LLC way back when...so if anyone at LLC is listening feel free to send an email.
:-)
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> I'm not sure Lego is hip to super evil models. I can see it now: Lego • Giger
> themed sets. ;-)
Now THAT would be so cool! And terrifying! "Mommy, my Lego wants to lay an
egg in my chest!"
MUAAHHAHAHHAHAHHAHAHHAHAAAAAAAAAAA!
Dave S.
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
> For the most part I've just been flying under the radar in .mecha...you know
> lurker mode. I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
> However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
>
> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
Awesome Bryce, it reminds me of a cross between H.P. Lovecraft and that big
spider looking thing from The battery-fields in The Matrix. Technique aside,
your MOCS consistently do something very difficult; convey a feeling...usually
some flavor of dread.
Bionicle? Wait a minute....its made of Bionicle? Well, in that case, I take it
all back. Its horrible, and so are you ;)
-Keith
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> Awesome Bryce, it reminds me of a cross between H.P. Lovecraft and that big
> spider looking thing from The battery-fields in The Matrix.
Now I'm gonna have to go watch them again...and suffer through Reloaded ;-(
> Technique aside,
> your MOCS consistently do something very difficult; convey a feeling...usually
> some flavor of dread.
Thanks. I still remember first seeing Malden's "Mirage" and thinking that it had
such and attitude...just emminated fear. I've been trying to do that ever since.
>
> Bionicle? Wait a minute....its made of Bionicle? Well, in that case, I take it
> all back. Its horrible, and so are you ;)
;-)
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> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
I'm onto you, that's the most wicked ant I ever did see. See, spiders have
eight legs. HA! You thought you had everyone here on Lugnet didn't cha? The
true evil of your creation has now been brought to light. This is in fact a
demonic ant!
It's great to see your stuff man. I got not much to add to the well deserved
adulations, so I'll just keep pointing out how I see the evil and am prepared.
aaaaaahahahghghghhghhhhhh......
Mark
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Mark Neumann wrote:
> > <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
>
> I'm onto you, that's the most wicked ant I ever did see. See, spiders have
> eight legs. HA! You thought you had everyone here on Lugnet didn't cha? The
> true evil of your creation has now been brought to light. This is in fact a
> demonic ant!
Guilty as charged! I had two gattling guns as the front legs but they just
didn't look right. Ant it is! Or maybe termite? Either that or I just can't
count!
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
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Technique aside,
your MOCS consistently do something very difficult; convey a
feeling...usually some flavor of dread.
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Thanks. I still remember first seeing Malden’s “Mirage” and thinking that it
had such and attitude...just emminated fear. I’ve been trying to do that ever
since.
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head slowly inflately
:-D
Awww... I’m so touched you remember my
Mirage. Even now, 5 years
later, I still think it was the “peak” of my MOC building career. I’ve often
thought about making a Mirage II (of course that wouldn’t be its real name, but
it would start with an ‘M’... wink), but have always felt too daunted. If and
when I choose to do a “sequel” for it, I wanna do it the right way. Think
Empire Strikes Back, not Attack of the Clones.
;-)
Okay, back to you Bryce. Keep up the excellent work bro!
Mladen Pejic
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Mladen Pejic wrote:
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
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Technique aside,
your MOCS consistently do something very difficult; convey a
feeling...usually some flavor of dread.
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Thanks. I still remember first seeing Malden’s “Mirage” and thinking that it
had such and attitude...just emminated fear. I’ve been trying to do that
ever since.
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head slowly inflately
:-D
Awww... I’m so touched you remember my
Mirage. Even now, 5 years
later,
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MeeeeeHhheeee too !O>O’! Bahahammmaaahhaaaa.....snifffffff......
i wuved dat mek.
mmmmmmeeeeeehhhheeeehhheeeeheeeeehhheeeee...... Baaaaahaahaaaha.
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Okay, back to you Bryce. Keep up the excellent work bro!
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“That’s even nice, withf the old new schools, gimme get that.”
He’s right. Keep it up.
e
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
> <snip> I still check all the models out though I usually don't post.
You and me both, brotha!
> However, at the urging of a friend I'm posting my latest Bionicle moc here
>
> <http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=126785>
Looks even better completed than when you were building it. It's also quite a
bit larger than I though it would be. I love the spider butt. ;)
> "I've been trying to build these open organic type models. I've dubbed the style
> "weaving" from something ThraxisJr said once, that building Bionicle is like
> weaving. Though how he knows what weaving is like is anyone's guess.
Same way he knows about crochet and quilting. It's scary the things he knows....
> Anyhoo I'm trying to make a semi ridgid skeletal structure and "skin" that
> rather than building out from a solid structure (like a Toa body). I know the
> end result is somewhat messy looking but I'm pushing myself to build a bit
> more free flow. Also I'm gearing up to make something larger which will need
> to be lighter as well. I'm hoping this open type style will help me."
Messy looking, yes. Strong as all get out, yes. Can it be stronger? Not in that
form as I showed you the other night, but it can be stronger. Strong and light
weight...that's what you've built.
Ultimately, I do think this style will help you in a couple of ways namely
strength and versatility in building.
Excellent job, man.
-Dave
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Awww... I’m so touched you remember my
Mirage. Even now, 5 years
later,
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And still 5 years later it holds its own standing the test of time.
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I still think it was the “peak” of my MOC building career. I’ve often
thought about making a Mirage II (of course that wouldn’t be its real name,
but it would start with an ‘M’... wink), but have always felt too daunted.
If and when I choose to do a “sequel” for it, I wanna do it the right way.
Think Empire Strikes Back, not Attack of the Clones.
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Oh a sequel would be so welcome. Lol on Attack... I’m sure you’d rock it just
fine. But I disagree with the “peak” of your career.
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Okay, back to you Bryce. Keep up the excellent work bro!
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Thanks Mladen. I’ll keep trying to push it :-)
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> Ultimately, I do think this style will help you in a couple of ways namely
> strength and versatility in building.
I think the door has only just cracked open on this one. You of all people know
what evil lurks in my Lego area...portals to dark realms...
Hey and thanks for the public post and support Dave. It's much appreciated.
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Bryce McGlone wrote:
“at the urging of a friend I’m posting my latest Bionicle moc here”
Why would you need urging to post such an amazing creation?!?!? This is
construction is simply amazing. After seeing your previous work, I hoped you
would extend the forms and style to encompass some new organic creations! I
never imagined lego could ever be used in such a way, but the advent of Bionicle
(Bio - Life/Living?), meant there were some intresting possisbilities on the
way. I am not a very apt builder when it comes to Bionicle, although I do own a
fair bit of it, I rarely use it. You have inspired me to dig out the “Evil”
stuff and see what takes form!
All in all one awsome creature. I likened this to Ungoliant, the giant spider
from J.R.R Tolkeins universe, as it sent shivers down my spine...
Jas
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“Why would you need urging to post such an amazing creation?!?!?”
I’ve just gotten in the habit of avoiding Lugnet. I don’t really like the
limelight that much.
“This is construction is simply amazing. After seeing your previous work, I
hoped you would extend the forms and style to encompass some new organic
creations!”
Hey thanks! I always get fluttery inside when someone whose building I admire
says such kind things. I really like your stuff too.
“You have inspired me to dig out the “Evil” stuff and see what takes form!”
Yup! Now the evil starts to take hold...Make sure you post it on BZPower.com
“All in all one awsome creature. I likened this to Ungoliant, the giant spider
from J.R.R Tolkeins universe, as it sent shivers down my spine...”
It has to be the Tolkein spider cause the Harry Potter one was lame! :-)
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