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(URL) Here I introduce the Botzors, which are just like Bots, but have a different name. Featured is the Sculptor-Bot, the Star Ranger RocketBot named "Roxor", another blue/grey bot that just looks cool, and Chromum, the 3vil sidekick of Jr.Marshal (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Soren! Yeah, I originally did think of an asymmetrical design but I knew I'd mess it up somehow. I like to keep things simple, so I always opt for symmetry. (...) Thanks again. (...) Well, I've noticed your use of colours nicely (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Mmmm, I like it. Your usual attention to detail shows, the "icing" on this one is very nice. I think you missed the boat on the general shape though; this design begs for some asymmetry in weapons placement. Otherwise, a nice addition to your (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks. For some reason I've been feeling the urge to build small. (...) Maybe. Right now I'm thinking I'll just build an adapter for the cargo racks. Soren (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) But does it make your pants tight? :). (...) Thank you. (...) Well, I just borrowed Bruce Lowell's sphere. In my defense, the interior is original, but it wasn't really me. (...) Thanks again. I made a bunch for Brickfest; hopefully we'll see (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Excellent work yet again, this has attitude just standing there ! The different poses exhibit textbook EB personality, though with the rearview, you missed the chance for a 'Jennifer Love Hewitt patented over the shoulder moment.' Not that JLH (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Heh, this is why I love reading your replies LFB, you get the reasoning behind the design! Yes, the "head" was originally a dull block, until I started fiddling around trying to make it "sexier". :-) Too bad LEGO doesn't make pieces that are (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Allister, you're on a roll lately. How tall is this mech (counting the hat of course)? It looks huge. Epaulets, overcoat buttons, the big hat, the granite jaw, the poses, there's just so much going on. Cool. If it's EB, though, it's going to (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Kyle! The GITS-style toes are something I've really wanted to incorporate into all my multiped mecha, but haven't due to lack of initiative. (...) I see what you're saying. The upper portion of the legs bug me a bit too. Guess I should (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) snip pic (...) Welcome to .mecha, "The Beef". I remember seeing Ron and Randy's Battletech/Lego site for the first time-it's what got me started making mechs with Lego. It looks like you have some cool piece usage on the "Blood", but it's kind (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Niiiice. I see the influence of your last multilegged mech, in the square body plan, but I absolutely LOVE that red chin sensor turret! The shape is so organic but so, well, square that the net effect is very pleasing on the eye. I also like (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Mladen Pejic wrote: snipped the pic (...) Good to have you back! I love the feet--they really do remind me of a Fuchikoma. And I can always count on you to make your mechs well armed. Awesome classic dark gray color scheme. (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) snip pic (...) snip pic (...) I agree with Mladen about the weapon firing effect, sweet! This is a very cool adaptation for the sphere design. You really have great design solutions for super-small limbs. Any chance that someday we'll see a (...) (20 years ago, 19-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Ah, it's always good to see mecha from Soren. I always get that Christmas-y feeling of joy... Soren, I really like this whole "spherical-mecha" idea, very Japanese, very! I give you extra props for actually succeeding with it; I myself could never (...) (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(URL) Click on Image I'm back after a little diversion... It's feels so good posting about an MOC again. This mecha is a little bit of everything; part GITS fuchikoma, part Soren-ish colour usage and detailing, and part real-life AFV. Enjoy! (URL) (...) (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I've been crawling around for a couple of years, having started my lego mecha addiction with the Peroviches' BT stuff. This is my first decent moc, and those that crawl around brickshelf will have seen it. So, without further Ado, I present the (...) (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hi All, I've noticed that there's a distinct lack of jackbooted goons in the mecha genre, so after taking delivery of a few black dino parts I set about remedying the situation. (URL) Actually I started with the legs, and they happened to turn out (...) (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.loc.au, FTX) !
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(...) Cool. If you do have a PS2 and enjoy a good old fashioned turn based mech combat game with excellent movies, by all means pick up FM4. (...) The ankle is my favorite part. So easy to build, yet so well concealed to give it the good "tough" (...) (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Always good to get praise from the master! I definately had some lingering inspiration from kyle's mechs. I just had to do one without a definate "head". And of course, it was no problem keeping this mech nice and beefy :D (20 years ago, 18-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I began and worked on the (URL) FAQs> section for a little while this afternoon. FAQs wanted. e (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks for the input Kevin. :) (...) Oh, Ok, then perhaps I should re-name it? Call it "Thread hijacking", instead. Cool, I see the difference now that you pointed it out. I wasn't too sure when I wrote it, I'll change it now. Thank you thank (...) (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) This looks great. It's clear you spent some time on it, and it is well-written. It should be very helpful to any newbies, and even some veterans. I believe what you call "post bumping" is actually "thread hijacking". Post bumping is where a (...) (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: New MOCs: Bot contest entry and one other
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(...) -snip- Soren, these look great! Next week when I'm around a dsl connection, I'll post a greater responce. I love Bruceywan's sphere design. It is such a creative little thing, but i never thought of using it as the basis for a bot. I'm gonna (...) (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) snip (...) Frank, your stuff just keeps getting better! I know nothing about the Front Mission game, but I have a couple of Front Mission II figurines. I found them at a comic book store on a clearance table, and I have them standing in my (...) (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) I got most of the (URL) and Posting"> page completed. I'll work on it some more later. Have a good evening. Play on. e (20 years ago, 17-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) -snip- (...) Ya, whatcha gonna do about it Sore-end? lol! Bring it on! e (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Soren! You frelling genious! You stood in line twice for the brick brains! You got em' baby! Arrg, I'll get you Mr. Roberts! The bruising of the buttocks shall commence! e (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Hmmm, I see...... (...) Wow Frank, I really like seeing the designs you come up with. The flip top canopy over the pilot, the color, the stout beefy look. I need to see you set these up next to Kyle's Mechs. Keep em' comming buddy, these are (...) (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | New mecha: DoomBringer
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I'm back again, and with a new mech! (URL) Doombringer waat first inspired be the new PS2 game {Front Mission 4}. I immediately wanted to do a mecha in the same style as the game, but couldnt find any good methods for the legs, until i stumbled upon (...) (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc)
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(...) Hey Soren. You used some techniques that I have been considering. The hands and shoulders mainly. The back pilot loading mate is something I've done with the PA002 line but I would like to explore it some more. For the hands, did you use cut (...) (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Fixed the link. Soren (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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My Bot Contest entry, the Mining Bot: (URL) And a light spacemate: (URL) Enjoy! Soren (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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In coordination with the transition team, I have created the (URL) lugnet.build.mecha News Group Reader User Guide> to better help familiarize new readers and Members to the ways and norms of this news reader group. Just look for this icon on the (...) (20 years ago, 16-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Moonbase Module: Mount SciBrick - Mech Bay 05
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(...) This is why I made the gift, I still have hope for you guys. We have fun. Just have hope for me. It makes the world go around. e (20 years ago, 15-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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So this means we can't part it out? F (20 years ago, 15-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) -snip- (...) The gift is the time and effort. The true nature of the gift is up to SciBrick. (...) take care, e (20 years ago, 15-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) My bad, I thought you mentioned elsewhere that it was finished - ie, not more details on the inside of the Mountain. (...) "...so I gave in the only way I know how; I built something." the word "gift" and "gave" implies that you are going to (...) (20 years ago, 15-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) "...(not detailed yet)..." (...) "...a way to express my gratitude to the membership..." (...) e (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Elliot is Back! New Models! Redesigned Site!
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(...) Nice Elliot. I really like the big gun with legs and the FFS ship. Well done. I'm not really a fan of the javascripted images. One easy sugestion would be to put style="cursor:hand" inside the img tag so that it is more obivous to click the (...) (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I get it - it's a polar bear in a snow storm! :-) Seriously, though, I see nothing but white, in IE or Mozilla Firefox. James Wilson Dallas, TX (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Something must be wrong with the src code of your index page. I can see both frames, nav.html and contents.html if I ask for them directly. My browser definitely supports frames, because my personal website is frame based, and I can view it (...) (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) All I get is a blank, white page in Mozilla. Nothing ever loads. (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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About 1 year, 6 months, and a week ago I posted my last update to my lego site... And now (thanks to tables, frames, and javascript), I would like to present my redesigned site!! (URL) There are five new futuristic models (I have yet to get my (...) (20 years ago, 14-Jul-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: 2 New Starfighters- Kestrel and Bloodstar II
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(...) I started out just toying around with the wing idea and developed the rest from there. My approach to mixing the 2 light gray shades of elements was to more or less evenly distribute them throughout the model. (...) I think many in the (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) It is an impressive build, altho - I tend to think there should be more going on in the rooms. It seems like the minifigs are wandering randomly. I mean, sitting on an active volcano, I'm sure there is more than enough to study and research (...) (20 years ago, 11-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Todd, Both are very nice - the bionicle/technic style of the Vedraan is very cool - plus I like large bots. The Kestrel is a very nice fighter. Interesting the choice of mixing old grey and new. Did you attempt to use it as a different color, (...) (20 years ago, 11-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Very elegant fighter; the Kestrel. I think the somewhat flat nose gives a good conrast to the slender shapes elsewhere. It's nice to see someone daring to use wings (with studs showing!!) on spacefighters. -NB (I'm a dino too, so I don't (...) (20 years ago, 11-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: The Jamocklaquat - Original Construction Images are back!
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(...) Eric, Congratulations on getting Jama back on LUGNET. Things are now right in the world. Kevin (20 years ago, 11-Jul-04, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks for the props, Eric. I did'nt intend to drop out of the community for so long, but I've been working full-time, had my computer crash on me and had to get a new one- which caused me to lose access to my website, and I've had trouble (...) (20 years ago, 10-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, Bill. The new and old light grays don't blend too bad- Honestly, I think the combo creates an interesting effect. However, I'm not so sure about the dark grays. Later, Todd (20 years ago, 10-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) --Bill. (20 years ago, 9-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Cool, MOCs, I enjoyed checking them out, but the real reason I am writing this reply is this: I wanted to convey my happiness in seeing you return to LUGNET. I am so happy to see you building and posting again. You have a very cool style of building (...) (20 years ago, 9-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, Gil. I would have like to have retractable landing gear in the design, but I don't feel that approach would have resulted in such a sleek look for the fighter. (...) I have similar bias for traditional Lego elements, but when I made (...) (20 years ago, 9-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) These are fun, Todd. The Kestral has a nice, slender airframe that works really well with it's 'light' designation. It's good to see that canopy in use as well. The angling of the rear fins nicely breaks up the line and gives it some (...) (20 years ago, 9-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: The Jamocklaquat - Original Construction Images are back!
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Woohoo! Congrats Eric. I'm truly happy to see Jama back up. I hope that puts an end to your turmoil. Mark (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(URL) (...) Cool mecha. As I'm not a mecha builder I'll say my favorite part is that its made of lego. But while I'm no expert in mecha, I am an expert in cheesy thumbs up photos- and you sir do a fine one. While Lenny began the trend here at (...) (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Check out the U.E.S.F's "Kestrel" light starfighter- (URL) the Vedraan "Bloodstar II" droid starfighter- (URL) . LMKWYT, Todd (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha) !
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| | The Jamocklaquat - Original Construction Images are back!
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Hello, hello, hello, happy day. The Jamocklaquat's original construction images are back on Brickshelf! For reasons I cannot stomach to explain, they were removed. However, they are back up now. (URL) Try as I may, I have to create new pictures of (...) (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.robotics, lugnet.technic, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Oh! Thanks a lot for explaining, I couldn't figure out how you did it! JP. (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) In fact I studied the Knight-Gigant pretty closely while I was building this. I love the look of it, but when you look closely there's a lot of single stud connections in there. It must be as fragile as all get-out. But yes, I was aiming to (...) (20 years ago, 8-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Yay! Hi Nate.... (...) Your Mech Bay would be studless, that's why! Mr. Technic Beam. (...) Thank you, but I still believe in your creativity. Trick is to make it happen. We all dream, it just depends on wheather or not you actually sit down (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thank you sir! I saw a simular "bones in the ground" set up in a NELUG display and it's just the thing to do. (...) Since this is a power up facility, Mechs just walk up and get some power, mostly automated I would think. Perhaps some (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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..... Actually I don't know what to say. What a fantastic mech this is Allister. When and where can we buy this model moc??! It looks so smooth and stylish. One of the most beautiful mecha I've seen! That's why I can't think of a name at the (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Grrr e.... Why don't I have that many bricks to try something like this work of art??! But oh well. If I did have so many bricks I still don't have that level of creativity you have.... Grrr...eat work e!! Nate (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Another fine creation Eric! I particuarily like the buried skeleton in the side of the mountain in a shallow grave. I wonder what story lies there? The facility is straightforward and simple, sometimes the best. I can't help but want to fill the (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I too, am working on a Mecha, in Grey and Green. (Lime Diet Coke was my inspiration, sadly) I like the look of this, something about it (possibly the thrusters of the back and kinda the feet) reminds me of the Sentinels from X Men Evolution. (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) How about 'PerfectlyBalancedAw...ned-tron'? For some reason, Symphony in Green Major comes to me. A little wordy, yes...but it seems to fit for some reason. Great build man. -G PS. And yes...too funny on the Lenny Shot. Gotta do one of those (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Ok, how about something really dodgy like 'Greyen' - 'Greyen the Giant'? It's Grey and Green merged, if you hadn't already guessed ;) Mel... (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Nick! You made my day! (night) That is so kind of you to say. Hooooooooray for nice people! Thank you fellow member. e (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) This is just amazing. There's nothing to write; it's almost incomrehensible. I can't wait to watch this puppy light up, and catch all the goodies. Well done! -nk (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Jeremy, can you give us some more information? I still cannot figure out which Mech your talking about. Is it in the LMHoF? Also, Dave Thomas made a Mech with a dedicated Ball Hammer in one hand, however I could not find Mecha Designs on his site. (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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In lugnet.build.mecha, Allister McLaren wrote: -snip- (...) ok, this is silly, but I want you to call it the "Gollie Gump" I really don't know why, it just popped into my head. It speaks to me. (...) Allister! These pictures are great! Very very (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Gil, you are very perceptive! Total Recall is exactly what I had in mind when making the front of Mount SciBrick, wild, scary, you called it! Xpods are good. Swipe away. Thanks for your reply, fellow member. e (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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the Spartan. :) has nothing to do with the green color scheme. nothing. nada. nope. also nothing to do with me living in MSU country. nope. not a chance. sorry. Rick (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) You are my new hero. I tried to start a mech a few months ago with similarly sized feet, and got stuck at the hips, even using the same ball joint. Your solution is fantastic! And is that paper stuck into the joint to make it have more or less (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Awesome "Lenny Shot", Allister. I can't remember seeing a mech doing a "thumbs-up" before. The mech is also cool. You got all the joints to work plus the right sculpturing to prevent it from looking like a box with stick-limbs. The proportions (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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'morning Allister, I saw your mecha on BrickShelf before seeing your post. Here is what I think : I like very much the fact you integrated as much as possible rounded bricks in this mecha : the barrels, the kind of rings used on the outside (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hi All, I've just completed a new mecha. I started this some weeks ago with nothing more in mind than a desire to Build Something Using Green. The first two attempts were ok, but kinda goofy looking (photos available on request), but I'm pretty (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.loc.au, FTX)
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(...) Man is that big. It sorta has elements of Total Recall to it....it a good way of course. Using the pods as power generating chambers is a nifty idea...might have to swipe it :) Cheers, -G (20 years ago, 6-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks bro, say hi to your mom. e (20 years ago, 6-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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Great moc E, the gantry really drive home the epic scale. That's one heck of a gift. -Keith (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Truthfully, I haven't purchased any sets in quite awhile. I'm trying to use what I have and what has been donated to me. (...) Oh, you can count on that! You may see us on cable news too. (...) Let's see. Um... well, Mech Bay 04 is pretty full (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) snip (...) More awesome moon-mech-base goodness from the guy who's got seven tons of parts and isn't afraid to use 'em! With both of your monster modules slated to be at Brickfest, I hope somebody takes and posts a bunch of photos of the (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Aie! I am so stupid, I saw 6740 saturday on sale, but I didn't even check the price..... I'll keep on playing without it... (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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(...) Thanks, JP. Maybe I'll make a civilian version later. (...) I got that windshield from set 6740(Extreme Tower)-2 per set. Set 10027(Train Engine Shed) also has them- a whopping 16 total. Later, Todd (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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Moonbase Module: (URL) Mount SciBrick - Mech Bay 05> Good day all, here is a gift to SciBrick. I have been wanting to find a way to express my gratitude to the membership of SciBrick so I gave in the only way I know how; I built something. I built (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.org.scibrick, FTX) !
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(...) Hi Todd, The overcar is nice! Suggestion: you should have finished it earlier, removed the gun and post it for the civilian MOCs contest! The seats are new for me, nice design, comfy comfy! Treat well your soldiers and have a happy army, he (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic.bionicle)
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(...) I don't know, maybe using some white arch (the one we got one thousand of with the space shuttle) to attach the engine to the ship? Two pairs on each side? Oh maybe you can try to make the front end more rounded, using the 4x4 half-sphere? (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow...once again, jus'....wow. The Fuchii just...I can already envision a horde of those little things crawling all over someone's collection and generally being mischevious. And the retro-pirate vehicle...smooth, that's all I can really say. I'm (...) (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thank you. (...) Mmmm, I see your point. Any suggestions? (...) Three cheers for Harlock! Nice to see another fan. (...) You do. That last one was cool. Soren (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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I'm continuing to build mecha using my modular format, and I've completed three more from the Macross portion of Robotech (or just the original Macross, if you prefer). As I finished each one it became my favorite, only to be replaced by the next. (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc) !
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Hello Soren, The small fufyo... fafky.. hem, robot is nice. Its color scheme is delicious! The pirate ship looks, hmmm, perfect. But I don't find it especially "retro", although the chrome bits help. It would find an easy part in any of the space (...) (20 years ago, 5-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) (URL) second sentence starts "While the strict Japanese definition covers anything mechanical[...]". I don't know how accurate the information on that webpage is though, or exactly how to interpret "anything mechanical"... time to post that (...) (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) By accidicent I copy/pasted 'mecha' into newsgroups. Dennis (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I hate to play killjoy here, but what the heck is this doing in .mecha? Soren (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Brickshelf viewer is your friend. (URL) -Kyle (URL) (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) DAMN YOU! Damn you and your interesting looking MOCs linking to unmoderated folders! I demand instant access to more photos of these! (Especially the pirate ship, BUT ESPECIALLY the robot). Um, so yeah, uh, these look cool, I'll check for the (...) (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Yes, I know I haven't been around much. Here's why: (URL) Ever wonder what Retro-Future Pirates fly? Well, this is it. (URL) A little sand-blue Fuchikoma thing. (URL) Weasel light armored vehicle. Enjoy! Soren (20 years ago, 4-Jul-04, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Very impressive, as are the other trucks on your site. Sticking at one project for so long is to be commended. I always wished there could be kits of trucks like these, with working functions. I did a few less-detailed trucks as a teenager but (...) (20 years ago, 3-Jul-04, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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