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(...) When a company does something outside its core competency, something infrequent, this is the kind of outcome to be expected. Maybe the Ambassadors could help with making serious building contests fairer. (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.general, FTX)
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Lindsay, I'm trying not to hold the giant proportions against these sets just yet, since the Hind sitting above my computer still comes in at around 50 studs long, but it's quite literally a stretch. One can only imagine the ensuing chaos when kids (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.military)
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(...) That ship's goofy and ugly, frankly. It's outsize and done in awful colors. No sir, I don't like it. That "SUV" thing? No doors? Oh, yeah, that's really going to be effective against dinosaurs, sure. When you go to 12-wide cars, you may as (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.military)
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| | Re: Razor
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(...) All flee in panic! For the mighty has been revealed! (...) ...and I'll be a ding dang! (...) Brought on to the upmost illyiest. (...) Egads, collectively known as the Planet Cracker Buffet. (...) I see the trick components, it, it, it, be the (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Well the colour change pretty much rules out me buying any of these sets... BUT even if they were in the original colours, I would still be put off by the new dinosaur moldings. Anyways... I must say, even though I build futuristic military (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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(...) What, there's a stigma about Bionicle? I hadn't noticed. ;) (...) Wicked. This contest has brought out all the really great builders. This one's a contenda fer sher. Very nice as always, the use of those tail parts is excellent. As others have (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Greetings, all: I've been lurking in this group for quite some time; if you remember me at all, it'd be for my ancient Hind gunship design back when that Soviet-helicopter craze hit out here. Anyhow, I'm back because I'm stunned by FBTB.net's (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.military)
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(snip) (...) Bryce, You always come up with the most interesting use for Bionicle Parts. Ever since seeing Tortured Soul in person, I've been in awe of Bionicle Part potential. You used 500 claws? Hey, I've got a bunch of black Onua claws. If you (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) David, these weapons and booster packs are great! You continue to build on your portfolio of maximum minimization. Most of the rest of us need way more weight, size and volume to get that kind of detail and realism. I predict these will be (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Wow! The best compliment I could give it is that I bet Giger would like it if he saw it. I read somewhere that he used animal bones and meat under the black rubber in the original Alien costume. Of course, they didn't have Bionicle back in '78, so I (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I doubt there will be a percentage royalty given to set designers if the Lego Factory is ever opened to the general public. That would be a paperwork/legal nightmare to implement. Think more along the lines of today's Lego Mosaic (only 3D!). (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) Mark and everyone- As the parent of two LEGO world champions (the 1992 LEGO World Cup, the 2000 LEGO Star Wars Galactic Challenge), I've seen both sides of what it's like to put heart and soul into these events and then win or lose. The bottom (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) Thanks for the compliment, Brayton. Yeah, something about the solid black sections gives it a purposeful, battle-ready feel I think. Glad you liked the modifications. (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) (snip (...) This is insane. Truly insane. Organic crazyness! Bryce, when you were describing this to me my mind could only get a sense of what you were doing but to see the actual MOC is making my mind melt. I agree with Chris with on sealing (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks to you and many other great builders, a healthy does of eye opener has been handed down. (URL) (...) Awesome! Contest of Champions! (URL) (...) Amazing pictures! (...) OOOOOooooooohhhhh! (...) whoa. (...) You did it! (...) Oh yes, (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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You better watch it, Bryce! Giger will sue your thievin' behind! Jaw-dropping eviliciousness! I hope this thing doesn't come alive at night and try to "pollenate" you! Better keep it frozen in stasis, "it's the only way to be sure!" Dave "Bryce (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No problem. I saw Rob's query at work, and thought immediately that it was the screw driver. I just had to test it out when I got home this afternoon, because I wanted to know. I proceded to make one of those rifles myself. Looks really nice. (...) (20 years ago, 25-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Oh, well. That's what I get for thinking about Lego when I should be working! James (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Rich got it! A little 'ol screw driver. David (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks for trying it out Rich. David. (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I know what you mean. I rather not destroy or mutilate them. If I cannot do it with current parts then I just don't do it. I have been contemplating molds. But I think it is so much more fun to figure out ways of working with what you got. (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Somehow that just doesn't seem...right? :-) (...) Yup! Finally got a chance to use 'em. (...) Nope! I'll probably canibalize it in no time. It's taking up too many of my favorite parts. (...) Yeah maybe, but you know that doesn't matter to me. (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Mladen. I haven't been able to post for over a year and honestly didn't make the effort to straighten it out until Eric got on me about it a bit. I'll be fluttering about now. (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Jas. It's too cool to have you post up on my topic. Your stuff is second to none! I have a lot or respect for you man! As for the model I wanted to do something totally new. I guess it succeded. Though, as I'm sure you know, I never (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Are you talking about the tan bits? If so those are wings that you can see through the "holes". If you're talking about the axles those are ball socket (Toa arms) parts fanning out from behind (think ribcage). The cylinder parts are rocket (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Silver Squidy, Medieval Bot, and new Mr.Ham
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(...) This is totally funny to me - because my joint tech work has been motivated by a desire to avoid technic pieces at all costs. Basically, I refuse to do worm-gear joints because I think they are too difficult. (URL) Mr.Ham> is maybe my most (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Exactly! :) (And we all know how a bad case of dandruff reduces Pirate street cred...) (...) I recognized the phenonmenon! Thanks for answering my questions, though. (...) That's pretty much as I would have guessed, but I'm glad you did the (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.minifigs, lugnet.parts.custom, lugnet.parts.mod)
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(...) Glad to hear your designs might be available to purchase one way or the other. But that brings up an interesting question. Assuming a 5% royalty to the designer from sets created and sold through LEGO Factory, would it make financial sense to (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.general, FTX)
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Hey Brendan, Great to see the new installment: Bezek: In 1:1, I like how you are making the different tribes by changing the arm colors. Simple but effective. In 1:4, I'm not really a fan of the helmet idea (though I completely understand the (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.ancient, FTX)
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Firstly I must say this is one of the most original and awe-inspiring creations I have ever seen. When I saw it on Brickshelf I almost skipped past it, until I saw that it looked like a H.R. Giger sculpt! I love everything about this creation, the (...) (20 years ago, 23-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Just like to say a big thanks to all who have commented, critiqued and viewed my latest creation. I have taken on board alot of what has been said, and made some mods accordingly, I am pleased with the results. I am going to post a more (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I just got home and tried your solution, and then the one I proposed. Your solution didn’t work. I couldn’t get either end in between the knuckles of the ski skid. I then tried my solution with the my solution (6246a Minifig Tool Screwdriver), (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) My guess is with one of these: (URL) But that's just a guess until I can get home and try it. Or until David posts the answer.. James Wilson Dallas, TX (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Screw driver piece, blade end stuck into the knuckles of the hinge on the ski? C-ya, Rich (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks for the kind words. I agree with you that the idea the Lego company has with regards to creating other sets would be a good one, given the substantial number of very nice creations that did not win. It would be nice to see some of my designs (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.general, FTX)
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(...) <snip> Very nice, solid mecha. I like the studless look a lot. I'm going to agree with Jeff and say the forearms seem out of step with the rest of the mecha. Other than that, great mecha! More more more! Later, Chris (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Soren has come light years since he first started building mecha. Really great work. The cell phone is right on! I like the way the skirt is done, too. Keep 'em coming! Later, Chris (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) NICE! I dislike most minifig weapons I see people make because they are either: composed of mutilated LEGO weapons, custom-made molds, or ridiculously oversized. HOWEVER... Yours are just wonderful David. In particular, The flechete gun, light (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) <Snip> WOW! This is the most impressive Bionicle thing I've ever seen! Don't think I didn't notice the Onua claws making those helix structures...I remember you experimenting with that when I came down to L.A. You really must go to TAP (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I'd like to know how you made the cone stay on the back of this gun: (URL) you mod something? -Rob "David Rabadan" <drabadan@aol.com> wrote in message news:ICFHqA.G8u@lugnet.com... (...) (20 years ago, 24-Feb-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha)
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