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(...) more pics when you get further along, plz -paul (24 years ago, 1-Mar-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well I got them in a bargin bin at a Gamestop here in Guam. I'll check today to see if they have them. I think last week they had Neon Genisis Evalagelion mechs. //VR Keef (24 years ago, 1-Mar-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 15:40:35 -0700, Eric J. Keef wrote (in message <G9HoBn.Euy@lugnet.com>): (...) Where did you find them? That's a great price! Ben (24 years ago, 1-Mar-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Since most of these comments seem to be directed at me, I'll assume all of them are directed at me. (...) Well, I did say that they were *my* pet peeves, so naturally they wouldn't be yours. (...) Yeah. Good thing I didn't say that. ~Grand Admiral (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Heh. Well, I hadn't really intended to turn it into a debate, just throwing my .02 onto the pile. (...) :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Wow you got the Front Mission 3 series. Cool So Do I (got them all 5 for $15) Great Models Keep up the great work! //VR Keef (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 9:35:43 -0700, Mark Sandlin wrote (in message <B6C268DF.D7DC%sandl...ink.com>): (...) 8) Ben (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 9:12:23 -0700, Mark Sandlin wrote (in message <B6C26367.D7C6%sandl...ink.com>): (...) Mark, I can really understand where you're coming from. I do try to build in RL first, then CAD. Time and space constraints being what they (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 10:21:32 -0700, Sproaticus wrote (in message <G9H9Jw.J2n@lugnet.com>): (...) Thanks, Sproat! Hmm, I'll see about some smaller pics. Sorry. I wanted to render that big so I could use them for close-ups of various parts. As for (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 11:43:41 -0700, Mladen Pejic wrote (in message <G9HDCt.7J7@lugnet.com>): (...) Thanks, Mladen! Ben (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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WOW! Amazing job Ben! Love the renderings. Like I said before, I really like how you don't try to hide the studs and other flat areas on your models; it makes your models look raw and very utilitarian. Oh, and I could care less about whether it can (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Very nice! My only complaint so far: the pics are too big for my dinky 1024x768 monitor. :-, OK, my only other complaint so far: more! more! ;-) Cheers, - jsproat (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(URL) Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) One of my main pet peeves with CAD models is when people build them without concern for whether the model would really work in RL. :^( The second is when parts are rendered in unproduced colors. It means you can't actually build the model in (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 7:48:56 -0700, Mark Sandlin wrote (in message <B6C24FD8.D754%sandl...ink.com>): (...) <snip> (...) Mark, This is the general chassis. Expect to see other pics with the weapons loadout on the shoulder hardpoints. 8) Thanks, Ben (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 7:48:56 -0700, Mark Sandlin wrote (in message <B6C24FD8.D754%sandl...ink.com>): (...) Mark, No cockpit pics yet, I really never included any controls! There's just enough room for the pilot, I'm not sure how I'll fit in a control (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) effort this thing is hugely better then my first mecha designs... I have a quad just finished around the same size.. John Aronson www.geocities.com/neoplastics ^very slow (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Wed, 28 Feb 2001 0:03:56 -0700, Bryce McGlone wrote (in message <G9GGyK.Av5@lugnet.com>): (...) Bryce, Glad you like them! If what I'm working on pans out, it should blow your doors off. Well, it should be pretty cool anyway. 8) Ben (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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On Tue, 27 Feb 2001 23:48:05 -0700, Todd Lehman wrote (in message <G9GG85.9oE@lugnet.com>): (...) Weeelll, I converted the dat files to .lwo, a lightwave scene, and then imported it into Cinema4D XL for the Macintosh. Once there, I placed all the (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.cad)
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(...) That's a burly-looking mecha, Ben. Any cockpit pics? I think the shoulders could use a little something, tho. They seem a little plain, IMO. I noticed the 1x2 technic beam at the elbow is only held on by two studs. Is this a problem when (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Gee Todd tell us how you really feel. Don't hold back now. LOL. -- Kenneth A. Drumm Ph.D. "Todd Lehman" <lehman@javanet.com> wrote in message news:G9GG85.9oE@lugnet.com... (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.cad)
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(...) Ah, thanks for pointing in the direction of the images. It's a cool method. I would assume that he has used MEGA-POV-Ray to compose the images with the edge lines, and then used some image manipulation program to reduce the number of colours (...) (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.cad)
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(...) Those images look hand drawn. The gun is now my all time favorite. I would love to see more pictures. Bryce (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yeah, yeah. What he said!!!! I could never get anything that good with POVRay. Jay Jacinto (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.cad)
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(...) technique. What proggies did you use to render those beeeeeauuuuutiful images?!? More more more! --Todd (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.cad)
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Posting in a few different places...followups to build.mecha. There is a new mecha on Marsbase. Check out: (URL) be aware if you view the gallery pics, they are each +200k. Thanks, Ben (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks for the good words Pat. I look forward to your new mechs. Mike B. (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) That's cool. I have my newest complete enough to start some teaser pics this weekend. Bryce (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Sunday evenings I seem to get the urge to do creative photography. So maybe you'll see a new picture or two every monday. Same Bat time same Bat channel. "K" (24 years ago, 28-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Pat, It's good to hear from you. I'll be waiting eagerly for both the site revamp and the new mechs. Bryce (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Mike! I like it. Very cool looking, looks like one badda** mother. I really like the bulk of the body and legs, it really adds to the realism. Oh, and thanks for the compliments on my work. I have two new mecha projects that should be finishing (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks for the comparison Pat has some done great work!!!...!!! MIke B (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Mark. The legs are what used up all my bricks. (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) <snip> (...) <snip> I think your statement is the source of your issue. The phrase isn't meant to justify a less interesting design. (Besides, why would I be trying to justify something Mladen built when I don't know his reasons?) It's a (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(URL) is the New Archimedes R-type. (R for Recon, obviously) Info: -Uses basic Archimedes Chassis/Torso configuration -Jetpack replaced with extended-range reactor Fuel cells -Right Arm: Repeating Heavy Particle Cannon replaced with Advanced (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) power of depleted uranium shells :) That's the only thing I can think of... And if they don't include ejection seats, someone will get upset (depends on who finds out). What was the point of your reply exactly? (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I still don't have any ideas on how to support it. I'm thinking maybe a couple extra legs on the front...it's kinda of cop out but I think it will still look good. Do you have any ideas? Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) More pics are always cool. Let us know when you post them. Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Great! I can't wait to see that giant winged-snake mecha!!! ;-) Oh almost forgot to ask, how are you going to make it stand up without a support? (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I don't feel like making my bed right now... :-p I'm working on a recon variant of it right now... onec I get it looking right, I'll post more pics... thanks for the comments "Bryce McGlone" <bmcglone@ditim.com> wrote in message (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) The new mecha is coming along. I finally finished the head this weekend after 10+ designs. Now I just have to make the shoulders, wings, and flush out a couple other parts. I'll get you pics in a couple of days. Bryce (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Excellent work Mike. I'm glad you started building mech. It reminds me of Pat Justinson's work...very sleek and military. Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Bryce! BTW how's your new model coming along? (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) looks like a platoon of 'em. Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Looks like a great start, Mike! I like the chunky legs. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Brian, Looks good so far. Still getting a little bigger?? I love following your progress every couple of days. And I can't say enough about the storyboard type story telling. Way cool. Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Anthony, This is a pretty cool mech. I like the backpack...and I love those pod racer fins! I look forward to seeing more from you. Oh by the way make your bed. :-D Bryce (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Well,I had a camera for the day so I thought I would post a pic or two. This is my fist try at building a lego mech. I have yet to finish it. I'm not sure what to do with the main body and I ran out of bricks (mostly I ran out of money to buy more (...) (24 years ago, 27-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks for the support Paul. And thanks for the cool Chinese proverb... ;-) (...) (24 years ago, 26-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Mark Sandlin" <sandlin@nwlink.com> wrote in message news:B6BE8C53.DD02%s...ink.com... (...) This saying drives me up the wall. I mean, surely it's cheaper to use lead than depleted uranium? Or to build a jet without ejector seats? My point is that (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Mladen Pejic" <milovan@netcom.ca> wrote in message news:G9Bq0n.GAB@lugnet.com... (...) thing (...) the (...) that (...) make (...) Amen!!! "Wow, it's _meant_ to be ugly, so it's not, right?...." Nope. It's still ugly. It reminds me of an old (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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It is a surreal scene as construction machines swarm like insects over the emerging structure of the resurrected Zero Two... (URL) (24 years ago, 26-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Oh sorry. Actually this idea was also you in other anime shows, such as Patlabor, and even games, such as Gun Griffon Blaze. (...) like (...) Actually, the pilots of these mecha would require tremendous skill and experience to properly operate (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Actually, I wasn't refering to the mecha; rather I was refering to the method of deployment. :) In Gasaraki, small mecha parachuted out of a low flying Cargo Plane. Cool idea, just seems like there would be too much potential for harm to the (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) That game was cool :^) (...) Thanks! I just used the 1x5 plate hinges and stacked a column of bricks on the interior for support. It worked well. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Heh. How realistic of you. Remember, your weapon was built by the lowest bidder! Be all we tell you to be! ;^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hi Anthony! I think your mecha looks pretty spiffy. I like the cannon built out of Star Wars engines. (One of my favorite techniques) I wouldn't worry too much about whether it would really work, because it looks like it *could* work, and (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Uh-oh...did you get caught on the wrong side of the soundstage when the goodies appeared? (...) I take it someone spent just a *few* too many quarters in the old Smash TV machine...? (Wow, that brings back memories...) (...) good use of the (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) I've never seen Gasaraki. I've only seen a few pictures of the mecha used in that show. However, my mecha isn't based on the Gasaraki designs. (...) Thank you Jeff! I know that the exposed pilots are at risk of being killed, but just imagine (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hmmmm, methinks someone has been watching Gasaraki... ;D Anyway, very cool design! Can't wait to see the whole thing! I like the mecha, too, but isn't it a little dangerous for the pilots to be exposed like that? :) Jeff (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Being a big Anime fan, and a big Mechwarrior fan, and a HUGE lego fan, I finally decided to try my hand at combining those interests. this one looks like more of a mechwarrior mech than an anime mecha, but oh well... (URL) yes, I realised shortly (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks for telling me. (...) Thank you! I probably won't post any more of these type of updates; they seem kinda lame to me. Of course I really don't know what other people thing of them... Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) tan shoulder pieces on one (or three) of them is backwards. Anyways, about those mechs. Excellent work! I love the color scheme, and the tail is cool...glad you left it there. -Chris (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(URL) you can see, the cargo plane will carry 4 "Para-Mecha", and will be very large. Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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(...) They aren't meant to be literally interpreted as suction cups. Just cool looking attachment devices. thanks for the compliments. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Ooo, I like that one. Now I just gotta get some chromed minions to run around and say "By Your Command" all the time. :^D ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) I have to give Jeremy Sproat credit for the use of the curved piece on the head. I got the idea from him. :^) (...) Thanks. I wish I had some construction stripes in yellow and black. (...) You are correct, sir. I suppose I should have taken a (...) (24 years ago, 25-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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On Thu, 22 Feb 2001 13:01:01 -0700, Todd Amacher wrote (in message <G96Cxp.EqE@lugnet.com>): (...) Thanks! Ben (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well if you and Chris say Rifts is awesome, then I gotta check it out! (...) Yeah, too bad I don't have many small canopies, but even is I did the mecha would look weird with it on. Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (...) (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Awwwww, I wanted a prize :-( Anyways, very nice Mark! But suction cups in space? I dunno... :-P I can just see a swarm of those Aerial Battle Frames attacting some big well defended ship! And the Bricriu is just stunning! Let us know when you get (...) (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Jaw.... dropping.... eyes.... popping...... can't.... move..... Incredible as usual! Grand Admiral, I believe you're due for a promotion! Imperious Leader Muffin Head? El Presidente Muffin Head? Emperor Muffin? Chris <>< (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) just stick fins all over these things @ random? i wish i were as creative as you guys, but i haven't tackled mecha yet. love the head. (...) danger stripes piece adds to the 'hard work' look of the thing. (...) in this pic (URL) the floor (...) (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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I agree Chris very Rifts feel to this mech Mladen, Rifts is a awesome RPG, btw, i use my Rifts books for lots of lego inspiration... if i were the pilot tho i think i'd want some kind of trans canopy around me :-) -paul (...) (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) fairly (...) Thank you! I was actually going to scrap the tail section because I thought it looks too weird, but then reconsidered, boy am I glad I did... (...) Oh! It's going to be BIG!!! ;-) Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) dropship are you talking about? (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Very cool Mark. That mech rocks! I reminds me of something I've seen before, but I just can't remember what. And the two spaceships make me want to cry. Damn those are sweeeeet! Bryce (24 years ago, 24-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks. :^) (...) It was completely unintentional, but I have to concur. (...) Well, Spamcake radiation can be really nasty. (...) I don't even know the answer to that. I've been calling it "Bree-cree-oo" ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) james (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Mecha usually aren't my thing, but I am starting to think I'll have to give one a try. This one looks small & nice enough to attempt copying :-) (...) I have to agree - this looks like some kind of bastard child of your Hammer ship. (...) (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Nothing much, just full-motion video of the Grand Admiral's inspection. :-, Cheers, - jsproat (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Thanks. :^) (...) Think of them as "cool looking thingys" and not literally "suction cups." ;^) (...) Thanks. You can see it in person at the next SEALUG meeting. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) Jeez, I thought I took enough. What pics do you want? (...) I thought about making some kind of story where the Grand Admiral comes by for an inspection :^) I dunno. We shall see. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) I think it looks pretty mean from the front. :^) (...) Nah, it's just structure. I figure it would probably be the sort of thing only accessible by access hatches and then only for maintenance. (...) Hmm, it could be cool, but I'd have to put (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) tug... very cool, though. I'll assume they represent some other sort of attachment. I wish I'd picked up one of those Time ships when I had the chance. That cockpit has all kinds of cool uses. (...) -- Tony Hafner www.hafhead.com (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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Thank you Gary! I'm looking forward to building the plane! ;-) (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) What? What? Awwww... (...) Hmmm, mebbe even a story... Cheers, - jsproat (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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"Mark Sandlin" <sandlin@nwlink.com> wrote in message news:B6BB1C39.DADF%s...ink.com... (...) This is fantastic! Great details, inside and out. And good form overall. I can just see a small fleet of these trying to pick off a carrier. I'm wondering, (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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You da man Sandlin. And I'm the sandwhich. "Mark Sandlin" <sandlin@nwlink.com> wrote in message news:B6BB1C39.DADF%s...ink.com... (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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(...) I got it from the Virtual On Cypher Mecha (URL) (...) Heh. I realized the resemblance when I was photo'ing it. (...) I figured it probably should have a slim profile so it could do just that. (...) Thanks! ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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Hi, I like it, though I'm not realy into the mecha stuff. I'm looking forward to seeing the plane. Gary Mladen Pejic <milovan@netcom.ca> wrote in message news:G96IyL.78y@lugnet.com... (...) fairly (...) of (...) via 2 (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) thrusters, looks like it could slide through a pile of ships or junk easily. (...) amazing! The details are what makes this so cool:) My new large ships, currently in development, have very similiar bedding inside the Arctic base walls. I'm (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build)
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Ok, maybe no money or prizes. But new stuff! Aerial Battle Frame: (URL) Tug: (URL) class Destroyer: (URL) haven't bothered to HTML all this over to my website, so I'll do that later on. Enjoy. ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.build) !
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Actually, its a book type rpg, like D&D, but set in a world of Magic & Technology. It has some very cool mechs (called bots) that would make good lego mechs... Now if I only had enough pieces to build one :P cg-88@home.com Mladen Pejic (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Bryce! I feel like such a fool for not telling Mark (Sandlin) that you were also an inspiration. I remember in an e-mail you told me that it would be interesting to see someone build a mecha carrier. Guess what Bryce, your wish is granted, (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Bryce (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thank you! I don't think I've ever heard of that game, then again, I don't play to many RPGs (shooters all the way!!!). Mladen Pejic, over and out! (URL) (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) fairly (...) 2 (...) Thank you. (...) Size and number of pieces required to build 4 of these mecha. I really wanted to make a nice, small, detail mecha that would be easy to transport in an atmospheric craft. I also got some inspiration from (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Very cool Mech! Reminds me somewhat of the Jager (and a couple other Triax 'bots) from the Rifts RPG. Its got some nifty features I haven't seen in lego mechs before... cg-88@home.com Mladen Pejic <milovan@netcom.ca> wrote in message (...) (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Interesting "exposed pilot" design. What was your inspiration for doing that? I like all the fins on the back. Makes it look like it would hover around and go *zoom* a lot. :^) ~Grand Admiral Muffin Head (24 years ago, 23-Feb-01, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(URL) is going to be part of my newest LEGO model. I am going to build a fairly large, futuristic cargo plane which will carry 4 (or more) of these type of "Para-Mecha"... BTW the mecha stores its 2 parachutes in its shoulders, and is launched via 2 (...) (24 years ago, 22-Feb-01, to lugnet.build, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space)
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