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(...) Hey Chris, Yeah I'm not really breaking any ground on the technique level. :-B But I don't think I'm done just yet with brick. This was just getting my feet wet. More to come! Jeff (21 years ago, 26-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Anne! I cannot resist the temptation of the clear brick!. Maybe I'll make a moonbase next...Hmmmmm. I would have replied sooner but I've been having trouble getting onto Lugnet. Jeff (21 years ago, 26-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I'm hitting the road tonight and its North West Brick Con or Bust! I have the pleasure and rare experience to go on a (URL) Lego Fan Road Trip.> Stopping at ADFoL homes along the way. Some of the stops include picking up MOCs for transport to the (...) (21 years ago, 25-Sep-03, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.events.nwbrickcon, lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, lugnet.people, FTX) !!
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(...) That is EXACTLY why I named it Smithereens. When I was working on Smith I actually imagined it blasting its opponents into bits and pieces, and then the name Smithereens strike me. Nice compliments, but you might want to put it on hold until I (...) (21 years ago, 24-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks. But like Frank Kopanitsanos said, it’ll probably look better if the shoulders were beefed up a bit. (...) Guess that's one advantage of having limited parts; you tend to make the best out of what you have. (...) Do you think (...) (21 years ago, 24-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! If I actually have "chains" for the "guns" then I would call them "chain guns" But as of now their just "guns". ;) And yes, it’s a blade. I’ve always like combo weapons like those in Virtual On (Temjin’s beam riffle) and Final Fantasy (...) (21 years ago, 24-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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OMG, that is increadibly unussual! I almost can't see the construction. Limiting, but a challange none the less! I'll get you Ranjo! If I can see you/it that is! Wow! e (URL) (21 years ago, 23-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Jeff, are you feeling well? A brick mecha? :-) The wow factor of the clear elements is immense. But to be real honest, I think that's about all this one has going for it. Some nice construction elements (I particulary like the area around the (...) (21 years ago, 23-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I have one thing to say: Cooo...oool!!!! I really like the translucent mech :) -Anne (...) -- For SCO to attack IBM using IP (\`--/') _ _______ .-r-. is somewhat like trying to eat >.~.\ `` ` `,`,`. ,'_'~`. a live tiger. -Ian Lance Taylor (v_," ; (...) (21 years ago, 23-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Look! My first all brick mecha!! I normally do Bionicle but I decided to stepup and try my hand at the classic stuff. (URL) I went to Legoland CA a couple of weeks ago and went nuts at the brick shop. Awesome! I couldn't decide on what colors to (...) (21 years ago, 23-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha) !
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(...) Very well done. The construction on this mech is superb, well detailed, good color scheme, and excellent construction. I like it. The machine guns that come from behind are a very nice touch making it fitting that it's name is Smithereens.And (...) (21 years ago, 23-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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All right! Favorite points: • You fixed the torso proportions. Nice job, really makes a difference. • The "beam bayonet" on the rifle. I need to start messing around with those parts, you come up with such wonderful ways to use them. • The feet. (...) (21 years ago, 22-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Thanks Dave. I really didn't get inspired until I looked at a boring black mech with nothing to offer except his blackness. The only other black pieces I had in bulk were the tentacles/tails in black. I just looked for any open pin holes I (...) (21 years ago, 22-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Sorry E-Dog about the spirits. You'll bounce back soon! I know it! Thanks for the props. The hand thing yeah I know. I gotta find another hand design! j (21 years ago, 22-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Oh yeah, you can smell it but can you see it? ;) Posting shall commence soon!... Jeff (21 years ago, 22-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) on the other hand...I'm still workin' it!! How do you .3.2 do it with all the SNOT n' stuff! Aaaagh! Jeff (21 years ago, 22-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I REALLY like the rifle, i have been tinkering awhile trying to make a "realistic" rifle without it having a vertical handle sticking out, ive been trying to get the mech to hold the gun itself at an angle (think musket) but i think angling (...) (21 years ago, 21-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Introducing my second mecha, Smithereens! (URL) Since last week, I've found some time and modified how the weapons were mounted to increase its range of motion and I also added a rifle plus some modifications here and there that aren't so (...) (21 years ago, 21-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Firstly, I must apologise for replying so late with this one. I'm not trying to bump it. I wanted to reply at the time, but LUGNET for some reason stopped my ability to post, and I've only just got it set up again. I'm also x-posting to .mecha, (...) (21 years ago, 19-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I can't believe I missed this. *slaps self* Very cool. I find it hard to comment on your creations, because our styles are so divergent, but I like it. You showcase the possibilities of Bionicle parts, making great mecha out of parts no one else is (...) (21 years ago, 18-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Yo Jeff! When I first saw this I envisioned you staring at pics of a pair of Spiderman villans for inspiration: Venom and Carnage. That alone got me posting your newest baby to the sidebar. :) Infected! A great idea pulled off by the one guy who (...) (21 years ago, 18-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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I'm a fan too! Pardon the late reply, my spirits have been down. :( The overall form is icky and infected. The use of parts is, as always interesting. The pics are cool. I like the feet and the fingers are cool even though they are static. (URL) (...) (21 years ago, 18-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I guess we could fix that by making the legs and hips one whole "part" so that the builder of the legs can use whatever joint method they want. I think it would be a good idea to seperate parts into classifications for mecha sizes though. For (...) (21 years ago, 18-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) You know I didn't even think about that until I was halfway through taking the pics. It is sad...but collateral damage to the Lady Footlocker thats sure to be attached next door will have to fall under the heading "acceptable (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I've said it before and I'll say it again you are thee best at making Bionicle mecha. I like it alot! I like the body construction especially the porportions in the arms and legs. The all black is also a very cool idea gives it a sinister (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Alex! Your my only fan! (sniff, sniff).I've had the legs built for a couple of months now but only recently had the time to actually sit down and get finish something. Also, I have most of my brick mech build I'm just waiting for a few (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) (URL) it. It's saved me in many a conference call :-) -Tim (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) While I found your review of this moc to be insightful, you made one critical error in judgement: you haven't seen Keith's mom, I've seen Keith's mom! Memo to the smack allergic: In space no one can hear you whine! (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) OK...I'm not a space-hippy or anything...and I don't buy into their "the moon belongs to everyone" baloney...but it looks like the entire moonbase atmosphere supply will be vented into space once those big, unwieldy, (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I am amazed that Thrax's MOC hasn't gotten a single review yet... Anyways, It's great! I love the use of the hockey helmet for the head, and as always, the single eye looks great. Can't wait to see your Brick Mecha! mischiefmecha (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I have been bugging Keith to make a Mech Bay Moonbase and I'm glad he made one. Its the ding dang dong. Smack that. e (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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I did a show for a 9-11-01 commeration. All 4 foot of rock'n robot came tumbling down. One moment it was there and with in another moment is was gone. I scooped it in to several boxes and there Jama stays until I can effect repairs. In comes the (...) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Oh Man! You broke your collar bone! Oh no! Ouch, I hope you heal up ok! Sincerely. As for your idea, I'm all about it. Any takers? e (URL) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Re: Lego Mecha Hall of Fame Display - LAST Call for Participation - NWBC 2003
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In lugnet.events.nwbrickcon, Eric Sophie wrote: The Founders of the Lego Mecha Hall of Fame are proud to announce the LMHoF Display at this year's North West Brick Con - 2003. October 4,5, & 6th 2003 Seattle Wa. (URL) North West Brick Con> This is a (...) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.events.nwbrickcon, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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"Frank Kopanitsanos" <ufote1@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HLA8B4.zoA@lugnet.com... (...) the (...) heads, (...) mecha??? (...) have (...) boosters, (...) killers (...) is (...) elaborate or (...) Im currently shopping for parts for my own (...) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Space. (URL) -Grand Admiral (URL) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hi, I have been playing armored core 3 for a few days now and really love the way that you can costumize the mechas with certain parts (legs, arms, heads, weapons) and i notivced the recnt mechbay moonbase modules and that got me thinking.If it (...) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Shaun, as always, your creations inspire. As being one of the lucky few to have seen this up close and personal, I think it captured the theme perfectly. It's so easy to envision your MOC trudging around in some anime or a Robocop film. Now for the (...) (21 years ago, 16-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hi Shaun, Wow! You have done a wonderful job with that suit! You have captured that industrial, excessive greebled look beautifully. I love the power cord - that's an idea that will have to be stolen. The bulky forearms really add a feeling of (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Ooohh, pretty *stares and drools* I like: •The excellent adaptation of Gla-Gla's hand design. Gonna use that myself, if you don't mind. •The braided power cable, which incidentally just solved a problem I've been having... •The detail around the (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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*sigh* FUT lugnet.off-topic.debate. Soren (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanx Anne Bob (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hi Bob, (...) -- For SCO to attack IBM using IP (\`--/') _ _______ .-r-. is somewhat like trying to eat >.~.\ `` ` `,`,`. ,'_'~`. a live tiger. -Ian Lance Taylor (v_," ; `,-\ ; : ; \/,-~) \ stripes at tigerlair dot com `--'_..),-/ ' ' '_.>-' (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hey you moonbase guys! What exactly are the rules for building moonbase modules? Reply or e-mail please (email preferred) Bob ^*_*^ (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Dave, I've uploaded some pics of my pathetic MOC to Brickshelf with special attention the use of the tubes. I apologize ahead of time for the crappy pics. This was just an exercise in joint tech and will probably never get finished. Hope it helps! (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Keith, I have no horse and I'm not high. I never said I was the arbiter of anything nor do I claim to be. You asked for unbiased opinions and you got mine. How can you possibly say you don't like it, Mr. Smack-Daddy? YOU ASKED FOR IT. And yes, Mark, (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I have to say this is a very nice suit. Very good poseability. I definitelly see the influence of a lot of other suits I've seen, expecially some Japanese Lego builders. I have been studying the joint tech you used and may use it for the next (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Mmm... smack! Dig the MOC too, you know. Good to see you doin' some inside detailing. But there was no way around it this time, I suppose :) True the Mech is not brilliant, but it get's the job done. I tend to look at the Iron Reich in a USSR kind (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Hey Keith, This MOC rocks! Great one again! BTW your Jimmy-moc-maker :P PS I like Smack (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Shaun, The minifig arms as fingers are just awesome. I can't comment on the rest because I just keep staring at the hands. Totally bitchin'! Dave "Shaun Sullivan" <shaun_sullivan@irco.com> wrote in message news:HL7tAD.1rJI@lugnet.com... (...) that (...) (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) While a very fun read from the both of you (my kind of comedy), if this must escalate any more, you boys want to go duke it out in o-t.debate? Thanks. -Chris (21 years ago, 15-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) David you just don't get it. Where I come from, smack is the time honored rhetorical tradition of trash-talk, including, but not exclusive to mom-bashing. Smack is not bad for you, in some circles its a great source for humor, and sharpening (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) He did. There was an option for "pics without smack." So next time you can just click that. -Grand Admiral (URL) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Hey Keith, Whether it's five unfolded fingers across the face or a shot in the arm, smack is just bad for you and everybody else. The impression that I get, judging by your writing style, that "smack" is just another way of saying that you have a (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Well as far as the actually MOC is concerned, it is as usual, awesome. I like the boxyness. It works on this. (doesn't always) As far as the 'mech'... (...) Smack?! Ppfft. "You Homo Sapiens and your Mechs." You don't even have any orbital (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) about this guy except the (slightly overexcessive) use of decorated tiles. Sort of jumbles things about a bit. But great joint tech - I really like the way the cockpit opens up. I need to get back to that style; I haven't done one of those for (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I disagree with j0n on the boxy aspect of your module. Yeah, it's boxy. But it's a good kind of boxy. It's a big monolithic keep-the-little-man-down kind of box. It has a sense of design about it, even if that design is totalitarian. The mech (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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My first submission to space and/or mecha in ... actually, I don't know that I've ever posted a space-ish MOC before. So here goes: (URL) at just over two-minifigs-tall, the JuggerGnat (note spelling - *not* juggerNAUT) is a small mech or large suit (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space) !
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(...) Frank Zappa. (...) I'm thinking Arctic Landmate facility. Gonna be fun. (...) Okay. I just think of combat mecha as a fantasy anyway, no matter what the style. I actually like the Mauser quite a bit, I just don't think it's any more (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) Dude, I love this one; makes me want to go build a big grey boxy castle. So clean and lovely on the outside. And nice solar panels (well *I* think they are :-) The mech. Well, it sucks. Not my cup of tea at all. But hey, it folds up nicely and (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I dig this. It looks realistic, and it would sit well next to the "moonbase standard armory" that Fred Trayers built: (URL) I have to agree with Jon...while I like some of the features of your mechs, they still kinda look matchstick boxes on (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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My latest GA installation GA Unknown - status: infected! (URL) keep your peepers peeped for a brick mech from me! (gasp!) jeff (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Keith Goldman" <legomankeith@aol.com> wrote in message news:HL706s.1r5t@lugnet.com... (...) It is (...) won't (...) the (...) the (...) First, honesty and being blunt is great but forgetting that kids read this forum isn't. Check the crack-whore (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Now thats exactly what I'm talkin' about! Refreshing smack! Bring it on! It is boxy, my friend...sexy, concrete-boxy. You know you love it...you just won't admit it publicly. As for the mech.. well... admitedly it does kind of suck...like a $2 (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Keith Goldman" <legomankeith@aol.com> wrote in message news:HL6K5u.1r5x@lugnet.com... (...) Hangar, (...) have (...) of the (...) I think this is just too boxy and the mech isn't good at all even if it's supposed to be "realistic"(hey smack and (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Jason, you'll just have to think harder next time. (...) Do it, E commands it. Nobody crosses E (...) non sequitur: a statement that does not follow logically from what preceded it EG: "Hey Jason, I really dig your mecha, the F-1 Berserk!" (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) "FZ" I've lost you brother, who or what is FZ? (...) You are correct sir! The doors fall with excessive movement. (...) Thanks Soren, I still hate interiors, but sometimes you have to do it. Steal away, my friend, theft is the sincerest form (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) can't really think of any smack or hate-filled rhetoric regarding this piece of work. fantastic detail. dig how the mech "folds" into compact size to fit through the door. e sophie said i should try to make a module hangar for my mecha as (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha)
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Ah, good ol' FZ, always inspiring us to greater heights. Not much to say about the exterior, pretty standard Iron Reich design. an anchoring for those doors? I imagine they fall off every now and then, unless you found a method of locking them on (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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(...) that is just unholy and wrong in such a cool way. I love the very ...very.very.very utilitarian look. plus the interior rocks. the equipment racks and such. :) Coo Does! -Rick (URL) Das-Brick.org> (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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Presenting my first Moonbase module. It is inspired by E's Little Bot Hangar, and it uses the new 10brick high corridor design parameter. As usual I have some smack to lay down, but its all on mocpages...land of the free...home of the harsh (...) (21 years ago, 14-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha) !!
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(...) looks really good, danny. the proportions are very nice and it looks like the posability is sound. great color scheme, too. for a second mech, you seem to be doing well. i really like the lower legs and, of course, the mini guns--very (...) (21 years ago, 13-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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it was probably a rebellion by jama that led to his destruction... he jumped on eric, then eric grabbed his might golden brick puller aparter, "jezzibelle", and well, lets just say eric won.... (21 years ago, 13-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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This is a preview of my second mecha. I'm very excited to share it with everyone, so I took a quick photo. I won't be able take any proper photos within the next week (I’ve got an exam coming up). In the meantime, enjoy this pic: (URL) -DAng- (21 years ago, 13-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I know, isn't it horrible? Hey Eric, if you need help, bring Jama's remains to NWBC. I'll help get him back together if it takes all weekend. I'm not passing up a chance to see Jama in the brick, no matter what. Take care, Soren (URL) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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All right, here goes: Colors: A little freaky at first, but you just can't go wrong with Sand Green. The light gray doesn't bother me at all. Design: Ehhh, not very impressed beyond the joints. Shoulders look flimsy. Do they hinge upwards? (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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I get on the internet, check here 1st, then go look at brickshelf. What draws my eye?? A new GORGON, a horrible sight that moved me to tears. (URL) SOPHIE? OH WHY?? (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) see how (...) more (...) off (...) Well, right now it's just a skeletal model so it has plenty of room to twist a bit. Actually, I just now had a thought: If you attach the bottom (or top, I suppose) to a piece that has left-right movement (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks, Paul! The color scheme grew out of a need to build those shoulders since the curved half panels aren't available in Dark Grey. I wouldn't mind revisiting the model design with a different colorscheme, but at this point, the parts (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Ouch! Triple whammy! The only suggestion I can think of is to find someone to buy for you, who would act as an intermediary to purchase parts for you in exchange for a cash payment. This is a slow, potentially expensive way to go and requires (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Dave, For what it's worth, I really like the color scheme. The sand green is probably one of my favorite Lego colors. I really like the head and the shoulders look pretty cool as well. I have a potential suggestion, though I don't know if it will (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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Hope ya'll don't mind me asking a question here (especially John Harrison since he started this). I'm still studying and therefore don't have a credit card. My parents would never let me use their credit card to purchase stuff over the internet. And (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Schwerpunkt a.k.a Focal Point
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Hello everyone! It feels nice to be back with a new MOC, especially one that was never supposed to be a completed design. (URL) Ideas starting from BW2k3 Schwerpunkt aka Focal Point Closeup Pic (thanks to Bruce Lowell) (URL) Other pics to be added (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.announce.moc, FTX)
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"ssenkrahsemaj" <jamesharkness@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:HL32pw.24qB@lugnet.com... (...) mecha? (...) a (...) and (...) of the (...) collection (...) parts (...) simple (...) this (...) Yeah, after looking at a few retail sets and then (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Getting the stuff for mecha
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(...) I used to buy sets alot spending a lot of my money and only getting a few of the pieces that I really wanted. Now I just shop on bricklink. My lego collection was greatly increased when I started shoping there. I just go through the parts list (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) I've posted most of the relevant articles on this page: (URL) a compendium of most of the 'how to' of mecha building. It will be growing again shortly as I've found a couple of more things to add to it. Regarding how other people build, the (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Eric pretty much covered it all. I, too, give high props to the Exo-Toa for a good parts selection. It's tough to pin down any single set at this point that has what you'd need, but any set that includes joints is a good starting point (...) (21 years ago, 12-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | What's LMO?
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Hi, all. I would show you some ways to LMO as a guide. (...) Yes. LMO means L EGO M ilitary O ff. "Off" is a popular word in Japan meaning "Off-Line Meeting Event". LMO was held 6 Sept. 2003....ya, just a week ago :) 30 Japanese builders gathered to (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.build.mecha)
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"Eric Sophie" <mylegomaster@aol.com> wrote in message news:HL1Gn5.731@lugnet.com... (...) limits (...) Do you know any good articles on doing hip joints? I am shopping right now and looking at brickshelf and the lugnet.build.mecha site it is quite (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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(...) Thanks Frank. I got the very basic torso design from a Japanese mech builder (can't remember the bs folder) quite awhile ago. I'd like to see those 5 you spoke of - it's fun to see how people modify existing designs. (URL) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks. I recently discovered an overexposure tool on my camera, and am making good use of it. :-) (...) When you get some time? What?! Bro, these things take like 5 minutes to put together when you've got the parts in front of you. Not hours (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Heh. For whatever reason I got all Saturday Night Fever for a second...Gamuts on the dance floor. Heehee. :-) (URL) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Hey, it's all about the benjamins. And for the right price, it has anything you want it to have. :-) (...) Democratic scum. Your day will come. (Actually, I'm trying to work on a PCS moc right now, but keep hitting roadblocks. Gotta love (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Those are good they give you some raw materials to work with..... (...) The entire Make and Create Line, Designer sets of the same creed, any Technic sets you can get your hands on. Sets with parts that utilize the clip system, (the size bar (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | Getting the stuff for mecha
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What are good sets to get the appropriate bits for mid - small sized mecha? I am interested in building one or two but only have blocks, technic and a couple of (imho) bionicles that got given to me. What are good sets to look out for? Do you guys (...) (21 years ago, 11-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Eastern Block - The Gamut EB
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I really REALLY like this design, It looks so cool, yet uses easily findable parts and also doesnt use many pieces at all, which make it a great little mecha/armor to build en masse! i actually have 5 of my own right now that compliment my armor, (...) (21 years ago, 10-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Mecha Pose # 302
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(...) Cindy says, the only thing I'll be making more of will be dishes and babies. :( :O :) (Sneaks away to look over my black lego parts) e (URL) (21 years ago, 10-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha, FTX)
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| | scibrick and our future
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Hi everybody, Scibrick was announced a while back and I think a lot of people were left scratching thier heads. Perhaps you've heard rumors of what we're about. Perhaps you want to know more information. If we have appeared aloof, it is because the (...) (21 years ago, 10-Sep-03, to lugnet.org.scibrick, lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha, FTX) !!
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| | Re: Kurahk
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(...) Bob (21 years ago, 10-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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| | Re: Mecha Pose # 302
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(...) Tell your SO I'm sorry for planting the seed :) /Tobbe (21 years ago, 10-Sep-03, to lugnet.build.mecha)
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