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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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| | Re: SOPHIE!!?? WHY???!!! OH WHY????!!!
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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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