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(...) Thanks! Yeah, I know about the playing thing. I'm always picturing myself stomping around in my mechs. Thank God for Mechwarrior games... Mark (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No plans at this time. Er, what's an Archangel? (...) Are you kidding? As soon as I figure out what an Archangel is I'm copyrithting the mother. Bwwhahahahhaa. Dude, knock yourself out. I rarely try to copy anything directly. I take a certain (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Outstanding. I especially like the hair and collar. Good job with the picture editing. -Andrew (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Now those are some guns! That is one cool mech I wish I could chose it to play on mechassault. It gives the impression of great speed and power. This is turning out to be one good contest every entry is good. -Semaj (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey All- I was just reading the highlighted stuff recently, when I came across the Brickswest stuff. Unfortunately, I cannot attend/display this year, although I'd LOVE too, because my dad isn't all that sold on a whole weekend of Lego in southern (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Wow. Wow. Amazing as usual. I really like those chain guns. They are soooo cool. This storyline-with-models thing is awesome too! A few quick questions- * Are you going to do an Archangel? * If you do an Archangel, would it be ok if I did my (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks, that's what I shoot for. Big stompa mechs! Extra shooty! (...) A little of both actually. I think (mind you no-one's made a fusion/fission powered battlemech yet so I don't know) that the thing should have some kind of reactor. In DW's (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Ah, ha. Now that I'm home I can take mesurments! Dragonwolf is, 18" tall, from table top to top of back spines 33" long, from tail tip to nose 17" wide, from chain gun to chain gun (it'd be wider if you splayed out the two guns.) Mark (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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you have got to be kidding! that thing is huge! what a behemoth! I like the miniguns and the power plant the best. speaking of the engine, do you choose parts that are more cosmetic to the engine look, or do you actually build it as if each part (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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thanks for the compliment, tim. the rifles are a little classic in shape, but my favorite thing about them is that they can be mounted on the backpack. as for the shapes, that took me the longest to get right. i have no idea what my next mecha will (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Mark I was about to jump offline, I'm glad I caught you. Could you please tell me - us, the exact height of this monster? It really looks huge! e P.S. True the story bit helps, then all sorts of ideas pop up. cool. (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Those are great Dave! I love the transformer air that you gave them! the heads especially! (...) I hope lego takes up this invauluble opportunity! Keep it up Dave! Tim (newbie...sorta...) snip (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey there jason! I saw this yesterday but only got around to replying today! I like the twin rifles on that new beast and the shapes that you got going are excellent! I can't wait tosee what you do next! (...) snip (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Eric, seeing if I can get a few other ideas done in time perhaps there shall be a part three, starring Bison. Of course I haven't even started it yet soo. You know this story idea is sort of self perpetuating. I want to keep the story going, (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Mecha for the BW2003 Pavillion Display at Legoland Carlsbad: Name: #of Mecha, Mecha related MOCs. URL or Gallery Eric Sophie 10 Mecha www.mylegomaster.com K Sending 1 Mech - MS 06 (URL) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Pedro, I actually make a point of making non-violent Mecha, Biomechanoids that explore and collect information from the far reaches of the Universe. I belive in a time when we learn to master this technology, mankind will have out grown it's (...) (22 years ago, 18-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) "Transformers, more than meets the eyes..." Hi David, all I can say again is WOW Since Megataron has already been done and alot others already did Optimus, I'll say Starscreem is just A-m-a-z-i-n-g. WOW! keep the astonishing work. I know that (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Mark, Clan Elder, your story and the Mech equally put chills down my spine! That thing is killer!!!! Wow Wow Wow! I, I, I, just can't find the words! OMG, I just gotta keep looking at the pics! e (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I'm 27, not exactly Luke to your Obi Wan. I think your giganticon sounds cool, I once had imaginings of putting together a Devistator out of several of the yellow technic sets (I could only build one vehicle at a time though back then). The technic (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Absolutely amazing work. Inspirational. I was lucky enough to see the original series air in chronological order starting back in back in '84(?). I might be dating myself here, but we're talking Lego & TF's! We would rush home straight from (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks! <snip> (...) Turned out pretty good. The thing that gets me is that even though this mech is really big, the frontal area is actually pretty small. It's from the side or above that DW presents it's mass. (...) Hear Hear! Time for more (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Wow. I think Tony needs to reclassify the categories to 12 inches and lower because the big mechs are REALLY BIG. :) Nice job, btw, it reminds me of one of the baddies in Einhander. (...) Most definitely. (...) Wow. Very very cool. This is my (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) DW is about 15" tall and somwhere in the neighborhood of 2' long. (nose to tail) DW is easily my largest mech yet, though Titan was just barely taller. The Legs are mostly static, with a double worm gear setup in the hip to allow for angling (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) See? That's how useless he is! He can't even row in the right direction! ;) (...) Thanks. I wasn't in the right frame of mine for the lame parts contest at the time, so I did this little guy instead. :) -Anne -- Hacker Barbie! Complete with (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hah! He's sitting backwards though, unless he's built to row in the opposite direction of humans (which is entirely possible) Nifty. Adrian -- (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi all, Tony, I think this goes in the useless mech category. :) (URL) can't dance, but he sure can row. -Anne (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi Tony, Yeah, I finally did get him done :) I can't think of an interesting story though. I did include a photo of the frame that he's built on off the page: However, all the information on building and his functionality are here: (URL) you want to (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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hey mechers, i won't be in here until at least friday. i have several finals that i have not yet studied for. so if anybody puts up an entry to the contest, i won't see to it until sat/sun. now off to study :^( out tony knaak (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Foam hands? Really. *slaps forehead* I have seen that soccer set and it never occured to me to use those in mech. I posted the disco dynamo just now. Thanks for entering! out (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Anne! Great, you got it done! I hope you show everybody the skeleton too. It is interesting how you built the body and the joints. I haven't post this yet on the site, but take your time. Awesome work! out (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Mark That is quite large! How tall is it? I assume it is primarily worm gears for the joints right? Wow. I love the detail in the head. Also the powerplant section is really quite nice. Not alot of people go to the trouble to add powerplants. I will (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Here she is folks, Dragonwolf: (URL) should probably be in the military 8" and taller category. ***...***story***...*** "Hitman, stand by." Raptor’s voice was a little edgy sounding over the com link. "I’m going to eliminate your problem." Hitman (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) being one of them). They are all very feline in appearance so i guess i answered my question. :)-Semaj (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Holy $#!*, just like how I remembered them from the show, Kudos!!! -Harvey (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) No, I'm not pulling your legs. I'm amazed I actually pulled this one off. My second one is for the useless mech contest--a row bot. :) No, I'm not kidding. I'll have that one and the LT-100 Hurricane Trooper up tomorrow. -Anne (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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i've heard a lot of talk about how transformers HAVE TO transform. to be honest, i haven't seen a single transformer(c) robot actually look all that great (remember how megatron [gen.1] looked as a robot? those really thin legs, etc. and what about (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Looks fantastic David. Optimus looks great. Reminds me of the toys I had as a kid. Keep up the good work. Nate (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Whooo hooo some feedback! LOL! ;) (...) That would be a plus, but then the kitty box.... (...) Cool, one thing about building Mech is the hands are ussually tough to do in an original way. I stumbled upon it in a moment of weird thought. (...) (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Ha! that's funny! "Meow, mreow." Translation: "No I said hand me the double heat sink, not the kitty treats!" (...) Tah, a great builder like you I think could if you put your mind to it. However the way in which you substitute for them is (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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As I said, I won't hold my breath. Getting TLC interested is a long shot, but it's the only way these will ever be available as kits. I've looked into trying to produce them independently, and obtaining the parts is not even practical. Whether TLC (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) :) (...) Hmm, I guess I would say that I have this thing for making a Mech head out of every cool window or space canopy. This was the first that I didn't use one. So it was fun. (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks T! After I made RTTDD, I had a bunch of parts I wanted to use but could'nt find a place for them, so I built another Mech to use them in! I had this hip design I wanted to use and the rest is, well, on my web-site! (...) pix. I want to learn (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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G! waddup! (...) Thanks! (...) Thanks, I drew inspiration from Chris Snead. Plus I wanted to make a head that was small and not to complex that used angles and the like. (...) I have been trying to intergrate the spine bend and spine rotation (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Yes, this is my last until after BW2003. It was fun to make. e (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Woah...too incredible for words. The best I've ever seen. I just can't form words right now on how good those are. Suggestions: Cliffjumper, Mirage, Wheeljack, & Bluestreak Jeff the dumfounded (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Anne you got it! Very nice, good techniques. Your pulling our legs, your first? Great Mech. Look forward to seeing more. e (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow - Wow - Wow! Magnifique! Its just amazing how they resemble the originals! Great job! e (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Oh man that's a riot! Well done. I enjoyed your site too. e (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Yet on the backs of the Republic gunship, Imperial Shuttle, AT-TE, and several other models (I think), there are 'alternate' mecha models. Somebody in Lego must be a mecher. (...) I agree with you, but still it is a shame. Perhaps they could (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I really like Megatron, but I have to say, Starscream is my new favorite! WOW! It's a good thing you positioned Megatron to the side, and not with his back to Starscream ;-) Optimus Prime looks really good, too; but I think he didn't have (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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oooh...zaku and rx-79 hybrid! good call! i never looked at it that way, although the design is purely accidental. i've done several bandai gundam models including the ms-06a zaku II and one of the (g) gundams (i forget which one) so it's possible (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Joe! Attaching this to mecha group for those interested. I think we'll be putting these to good use. Mark (...) (22 years ago, 17-Dec-02, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) *blush* thanks. (...) That wasn't too difficult. The mech is built on a throwbot frame. (...) Woo hoo! I have to show you all the guns mine has (plus the spare lasers in the backpack :) (...) That's right! :) -Anne -- I get plenty of exercise- (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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let me get this right: this is your FIRST mecha? that thing is fabulous! it's way better than my first mecha--which was more like a clunky robot with big guns. you got the gundam look down also. i really like how you incorporated the entire white (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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This is the first mech I've been, but what the hey, I'll enter him in the contest :) I have to thank all the mech builders out there for inspiring me, not to mention all the advice :) Category is military mech over 8 inches tall. Stands 12 inches (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Mechastruct is finally filling in. The Gunjin looks like a Zaku and an RX-79 got combined, with the RX's guns and colors, and a zaku chassis and armor style. Every time I look at one of these, it almost makes me want to scrap all my (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks. The hands are the yellow foam hands that come with the soccer sets. A useless mech doesn't need articulated fingers. The shoulder hinge holes are the new 2X2X2 clicking hinges(the ones from the new alpha team/slave one). I love these (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I'm bummed. It's not the one from Grease ;) OMG- awesome! :) -Anne (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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The transformation is a compromise, and even moreso with lego than with the toys, it makes the robot form suffer, aesthetically speaking. That's no disrespect for the transforming lego mecha that I've seen, they are quite good, and in the case of (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Whoa. That's cool. I'd say you got the look dead on. Dang. (checking pics out again) Dang. I'd say though, without getting Hasbro's (they still own TF?) permission or liscense, TLC isn't going to touch you. I've noticed that Transformers are making (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Gadzooks. Better take care of that one, I'd hate to see what happens when the oil pump in the hair goes out. Beautiful job! Mark (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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And the moral of all of this is; do not mess with cats. They're evil through and through. I should know, I got three. I just hate to think what they are building in the back yard. Neat mech Eric. I particuarily like the fairy wings on the back. Arms (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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*the sound of a dull thud echoes around the halls as my Jaw hits the floor* NIIIICE :D absolutely superb work here, dead on likeness on each, I'm so very impressed - but they don't transform :( my optimus may not look as impressive, but he does (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I really like this trend in mecha. Transformers rock! My suggestions would be perhaps some of the smaller ones that actually transform, like Bumblebee or Brawn. Since you got Prime, maybe Ultra Magnus wouldn't be too hard to make. And why not try (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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OH MY LORD! Those are SPOT-ON perfect, both to the DreamWave comics and the original cartoon. They are, quite frankly, the most perfect representations of any Transformers characters that I've ever seen...no offense meant to anyone else, but I am (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow. I'd buy 'em. He's not an autobot, but I'm definitely a Soundwave fan (thus, the Ravage). I was thinking of reworking Ravage and making the other cassettes. :) If you want to make a Soundwave, let me know. I'd love to get them to work together (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi all. I've posted a preview picture of my 3 finished Transformer figures. You'll recognize Megatron of course, but he's had some refinements since you last saw him, including custom stickers and a black gun. Optimus and Starscream are new, I think (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha) !!
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omg, that is the most hilarious mech i've ever seen! what a great idea! after reading the story, i just had to sit back and laugh. you've got my vote, dude! btw, love the bell bottoms. (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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it's interesting how you pointed out the "compact" look. to take it one step further, it's not only compact, but fairly basic in design and appearance. there's very little "fringe" parts, so detail was not a major priority for me. in fact, i tried (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Incredibly awesome entry. Kind of compact, yet imposing. I like how you included plenty of articulation to make it posable, provided, makes for a nice aspect to any mech, per se. Exemplary. Great job. Peace out, <<_Matt Hein_>> Fellow lego (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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coming from the master, i am profoundly honored. you also did a fantastic job on the rttdd. not only is it an original idea, but you emulated the form of a cat very nicely. i can only hope to be competition for you. good luck, and may the best (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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you are correct in that assessment. the head does look like a zaku. in fact, the mouthpiece/hose assembly i got from sun yun's zaku. that was the last part of the head i added (with reservation). i would have avoided that part and went for the (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Go Go Eric Sophie! You Mighty Mechster Power Ranger! Most of your mechs have protruding faces what's the inspriation for that? SsenkrahSemaj (URL) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) "His mission: to disco until the end of time." Can't help but think: stayin' alive, stayin' alive. Ah, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive, stayin' alive. :) Julie (not to nit pick, but typo alert:it's groove not grove) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Cool Mech. Looks like it came straight of a gundam episode. (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Dude I think I wet my shorts! That is definately the funniest mecha I have ever seen! I like how you did the hair! Are the hands plates or bricks? What joint tech did you use? BTW The story is frickin LOL funny too! I'll be sure to post this asap! (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Here is my entry into the most useless mech category: Travoltamech - Disco has never had it so good. (URL) McDonough (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I know it a bad thing to reply to oyur own message, but I forgot to mention that the Gunjin, as well as the Butch and Mighty Mech are all on the site now. out (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Jason Coronado, I must say that is a VERY SWEET mecha. You did an amazing job with that gla-glaish chasis. The legs are by far the nicest and most attractive section. The flat planes and angles look really nice. The head is very similar to the Zaku (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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thanks for the compliment. to be truthful, i've had about a year or so between models to do a lot of research. also, i didn't just kick this one out over a weekend--i have a wife and two kids that take most of my time. i started gunjin in mid (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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e! Alright man! You must have alot of white stored up! Must be left overs from the mantis right. I would like to point out my favorite parts. 1. The use of the Buy-onicle parts for the eyes. SWEET! 2. All those ball joints, sheesh! That's alot of (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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as a matter of fact, there is a large gundam influence on this model. a lot of design influence came from a hobbyjapan magazine that featured 6 different conversions of the rx-79 (g) gudam "master grade" model from bandai. i decided to go with the (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Wow. That's sweet. Btw, is there a Gundam influence in your designs? Not by the head, but more by the colour and leg design. Very impressive :) -Anne (...) Lacking inspiration, I >.~.\ `` ` `,`,`. ,'_'~`. waste this space again. -Tina Bird (v_," ; (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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That Mech Rocks! Wow! Excellent. Oh man! You did great. Nicly done. I really enjoyed looking at the pics. e (...) (22 years ago, 16-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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WOW! Is this the same person building!?1? :-D I Can't believe it! This is crazy! Dang! This is the biggest leap in building skill within two mecha I have ever seen! You have progressed SO much since your last mecha...wow (don't take that the wrong (...) (22 years ago, 15-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey Eric! This new one looks awesome! That head is awesome. Nicely sculpted, as is the chest. cool shapes there. Looks like you can pull some little-botesque poses with it. Nice! cool stuff, I look forward to seeing more -Geordan snip (22 years ago, 15-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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does it ever end eric? (...) (22 years ago, 15-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Mighty Mech Catagory: Millitary over 8 inches tall The Mighty Mech, was first developed for the Exploration Conglomerate to seek out the where abouts of Rin Tin Tin Din Din, the lost Mecha Cat. RTTDD was designed to bring back the Qwilljox. The (...) (22 years ago, 15-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) try here: www.brickswest.com it should answer your questions. Hope to see many of you mecha-ers there! (22 years ago, 15-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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here's the second mech i've built. it sort of started the whole "articulation points" debate. i still don't know how many articulation points there are. perhaps someone can lmk. gotta give credit to gla-gla and sun yun for design inspirations as (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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When exactly is brick west, i mean, day and month and if it is in april, i just might be able to make on spring break...that is if i can get some form of transportation! anyway, if i can make it, i'll bring along CANNON-PNDRGN, and just find some (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Looking for Mechers to gather at the Pavillion in Legoland Carlsbad for Bricks West 2003. An estimate is needed to allow for Table space for the Mecha Display. Please state your intentions and give an approximate amount of MOCs you may be bringing. (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I try to go every Thursday, but ehhh, I get there, and the tunes are always kick'n. (...) RTTDD jumping right on to GG. (...) ROTFLMAO! That's Mary. And she's up from the Bayou, for a hometown visit. I havn't seen her in a moon, so it was like: (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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how about some shots of GG and RTTDD in an all out big mecha battle! or not, you decide... anyway, who is the cuttie with RTTDD? she's kinda purrty, ahuhuhh... er...um...anyway...great pics! *runs away giggling* (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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The organizing committee is attempting to finalize the BricksWest schedule by the end of next week. This is the absolute last chance for you to step forward and volunteer to run a session or two in Carlsbad. To date, we are a bit heavy on trains, (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.events.brickswest, lugnet.general, lugnet.town, lugnet.space, lugnet.storage, lugnet.publish.photography, lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha) !
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Hey all! Some people have been finding some new SW sets around, and I was wondering - has anyone had a chance to play with some of those new large ball joints? They look sort of flimsy to me, but I would be interested in knowing whether or not this (...) (22 years ago, 14-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Thanks Tony, Like Eric said, I forgot to mention the size, It's 8.5" at the top of the shoulders, I think that should put it in the 8" and taller, military category. I left the start of part two at work, look for another entry here in a couple of (...) (22 years ago, 12-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Mark! Right on man! That story is great! I looked at a few of the pics but Bshelf has been so slow lately! I being the super impatient fool I am admitedly skiped a few pics! The hatch is great! as well as the legs. I will get it up on the site ASAP. (...) (22 years ago, 12-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks! (...) The arms are the alpha team click bricks with click hinge plates intalled. The 4x round is on top of the plate. (...) Thanks (...) whoops, I think this should be 8" taller military category. (it's 8.5" at the top of the (...) (22 years ago, 12-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I was asked to write an article about me for the Lego Mindstorms Monthly Web Site. (Unoffical Fan Web-Site) Check it out. :) (URL) Legomaster Sophie Thank you. (22 years ago, 12-Dec-02, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.people)
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