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(...) I can't believe how good these are..... Reminds me of a SciFi art book from my childhood called 'Mechanismo'. LEGO, get your act together and hire guys like Paul. Take care, Gary (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) The alternating slopes detail is one of my favourite ideas for the Lance, I'm glad you liked it. I thought I could have used a bit more angles and SNOT myself. My next one definitely will use them more. Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi LEGO> (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Funny, the main body of the Flame is what I'm least happy with. I guess it's a shape I've seen before and I wanted something more distinctive. I'll be keeping the front of the Flame for a new ship anyway. Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi LEGO> (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Well, only the Flame is limited edition, really. I think the Lance is a comfortable maximum size/weight for a microfig capital ship; lots of room for detail, and still somewhat swooshable. In my chosen micro scale (1/8 minifig) it's about 450 (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Funny you should say that - I worked with three detailing scales in mind: 1. Overall scale - the general form of the ship and shape of bulkheads. It worked well for the Lance, not so well for the Flame IMO. 2. Stud scale - the form given to (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The Lance, yes, the Flame, probably not. But I plan to build two similar capital ships from the components of the Flame. (...) Not on your continent! (I'm in Australia) It was bad enough transporting them to the neighbouring state! :-) Cheers, (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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WOW. I had seen the wallpaper image that included both of these behemoths together and it just knocked my socks off. In particular that wallpaper does an AMAZING job of giving not only a sense of immense scale but also of a purposeful battle group. (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Well, if you wanna take an overseas trip to Australia... the hangar bays are what it was mostly about, else I probably would have just made something in minifig. (...) Actually, I'd always thought of them as Ken-tucky colours, but savour your (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Oops, I do believe I forgot to mention that both ships' windows and hangars are all interior-lit! It just photographs really badly. The engines light up a fiery red, too, again a Dragonstar influence. I'll mention the lighting in the builder's (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The hangar bays are what the ships were all about, really. I'm glad you pointed out the arrows, I was really pleased with those. I'm thinking of making a microfig moonbase with similar runways using my leftover arrows. I just wish I could (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I know exactly what you mean. The majority of my stuff is minifig. (...) Well, it was the features I wanted that decided it, otherwise they would have been minifig scale (albeit slightly different designs). I wanted to make capital ships that (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I promise never to do it again ;-) (...) Well, the trouble with the bottom is I never see it when it's sitting on the shelf, and bits on the bottom make it harder to place there, and it's too hard to photograph the bottom anyway :-) Cheers, (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The hangar bays were the main reason I even bothered building such a big microscale ship, really. It's a lot longer than the RBR, and heavier, despite containing a lot less wagon wheels... ;-) Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi LEGO> (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Glad you asked :-) Primarily Ken Takeuchi's (URL) and (URL) Sparta>. No surprise there. White and light-gray suggest large scale to me. But I wanted to take the concept in a sleeker direction, but for a while I wasn't sure how. So along comes (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Yeah, I was pleased with the hangars, actually they were the main reason I made such big microscale ships - I wanted to make conceptually decent-sized hangar bays. (...) The pleasure is mine... I just wish I had a better camera. Cheers, (URL) (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Actually, that hadn't sprung to my mind... but I guess the overall form of the Lance does suggest the same sleekness. I love Star Wars (and have most of the spaceship toys), but I don't consciously look to it for inspiration. Cheers, (URL) (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) It's not a competition, it's an exhibition. There are no also-rans. The only prize is growth of one's building abilities. Ack, now I'm sounding all motivational. :-) Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi LEGO> (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks, I was very pleased with the engines given that I planned their whole design in my head over the course of an hour... I was running out of time the evening before leaving for Bricksmeet when I thought of those :-) Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! (...) The TV (it's actually a sticker) is from [LEGOSet 5571] (...) That's exactly what they are. They're the sprues which chrome spears are attached to. The curved bits on the door are Belville bucket handles. (...) (URL) This> --Bram (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I want to reply to everyone but I probably won't have time as I'm at work! Thankyou all for your replies, it's much appreciated. Cheers, (URL) Sci-Fi LEGO> (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Check out our latest MOCs from our homepage, Funny Cars; (URL) wondered what else to build with the wedge pieces that came with the Jedi Starfighter and the Geonosian Fighter? Regards, ACPin & Sons (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.town, lugnet.build, lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc) !
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(...) I did... ;-) You made the right choice IMO Allister, this is a great design on its own. The segmented appearance and probey tentacular appendages have turned out really well. It has an alien look to it that I like. Nice work! Cheers, (URL) (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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This is my newest MOC. I threw it together during a fit of inspiration while fooling around with the new brown slopes from the geonosian figher. It is an atmospheric, single passenger craft. Capable of extremely high speeds and very maneuverability, (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc)
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This MOC started out as a self propelled Znap wheel about two years ago. You can see a movie of the original (URL) here>. About a month ago, I decided to see if I could build a similar wheel, but make it steerable. My first attempts were wobbly (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build, lugnet.technic, lugnet.znap, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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(...) Allister, this is a cool moc. You really captured the whole alien/aquatic aesthetic very well. I think its very difficult to make something look really 'alien'and you have succeeded. The profile is great, the pilot is snugged in and protected. (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Allister, I really like this MOC. I saw it a couple of days ago when looking at "what's new" at Brickshelf, but didn't see an announcement about it. Good work! James Wilson Dallas, TX (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Kudos Paul the ships are epic, from a distance they realy do look like movie models. The greeblage was just about perfect, so much to absorb. You have raised the bar in microfig ship design. Outstanding work. -Keith (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Hi all, I'm a bit hesitant to show this, what with all the amazing MOCs appearing at the moment, but here goes. (URL) The Prawn> is an infiltration craft employted by the Alpha Team to gather information on the increasing threat posed by the Sea (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Wow! thanks. (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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(...) Yeah, I thought so too, but it worked 3 ways, so... (...) I realized my mistake after I uploaded them. Unfortunately, i had already taken it apart (...) Thanks for the feedback. I hope to have another MOC up soon :) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks :) Come to think of it, that would be a way better tail. (...) The flag was an after thought. Glad you like it! (...) Really? I thought it was one of my less impressive MOC's (...) Actually, these were all built in the space of a few (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.build.military, lugnet.space)
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(...) Bram, Truly a masterpiece of subtly. It's amazing how creative people can be with a bunch of plastic pieces. I just gotta ask what set that TV came in. I've never seen that before. And where did those silver spokes out of the sides come from. (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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In lugnet.space, Paul Baulch wrote: -snip- These are great ships. Having had the privelege of seeing these two in the ABS, I can say that the photos don't do them justice... not that the photos are bad, as such, it's just that the scale and colour (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(URL) Dataphoto> (URL) Dataphoto> Detailed Report About three hundred of these mysterious probes lands on various parts of planet Earth several hours ago. The Terran Military Protection Force surrounded as many pods as they could and protected them (...) (22 years ago, 18-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) So let me see if I understand this correctly. You're dissapointed with this one. Astonishing. you don't think the fighters could get a bit toated what with the approach to the hanger being in line with the thrusters though? (Although I suppose (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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A monkey ate a pod? Call the vet. (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) UPDATE First close-up spy intelligence (URL). ...and when I thought it couldn't get any worse. More to come. (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Nooooo! (...) I think it's safe to say perfect. Paul, These are terrific! I think Gil covered it: In lugnet.space, Gil Shaw wrote: (...) But I think what does it for these, besides the incredible detail and overall form, is the interplay of (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Greetings! I'd like to make public an announcement that my website has recieved a much-needed update. The Universal Star Command website has recieved a few models, a news update, and misc. page updates. Please visit (URL) here.> Thanks, and good (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.publish, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Jr. Marshal- All-around great designs here and "translations" into the Eastern Block. I think the "wheels" are very spiffy. Bring on the assault fighter! -ªþ§ (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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the lil car rocks -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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(...) I originally intended for them to both elevate the same, but i couldnt find a way to connect them, so i just try to have them both at the same elevation. I musta goofed :) (...) Yeah. right now im trying to figure out how to make it blend (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military, FTX)
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(...) I tried to make them kinda long so i could toss on lots of greeblies. (...) Well, a military freighter then. Glad you like the other stuff tho. (...) Yup, im working on that. My collection of grey is kinda depleted at the moment, (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.build.military)
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(...) Normally, I'm not a fan of printed parts, because people have a tendency to over-rely on them to create detail. You, however, have obviously mastered their use. These ships are incredible. The ships you've built look very completely thought (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) (URL) This looks a little too busy to me. Although the (URL) Sulaco> inspired front end is really nicely done. (URL) I like the way this looks like a blade and a Navy destroyer combination. (URL) I like the flight bay here, and I really like (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) The canopy seems a bit large for the rest of the ship (seems like the driver is better off than the passenger), but otherwise, it's promising. It would be nice to see a remake. (...) I've found that a longer shutter time helps more than adding (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) WOW! These are fantastic! Geesh. they're great! I am so blown away! I couldn't bring myself to delete the above text. The thumbs in the post are part of the experience. I gotta say, while both Ships are superb. The Lance is so cool, I just (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I like it, although it is a bit over-greebled, and I don't like the way that the canopies don't match up w/ each other or the ship, but hey... These engines rule: (URL) And I like the shapes in this pic: (URL) Nice work, -paul (2 URLs) Paul (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) (URL) That pic really demonstrates the long gradual curves of the ship. Very nice. Also, the white frames the grey in a really nice way. There is a noticeable lack of exposed studs, another bonus. And the central gray struts are angled in (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Amazingly rounded looking ships! I particularly enjoyed the large deeply seated "Ion Cannon" type weapon on the Athena. My eye was drawn to the support structure of alternating and opposing slopes a very nice touch, like almost everything else (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Me too! I mean mind bogglingly awesome. :-) I actually like the main body of the "Flame" better than that of the "Lance" but I like the "Lance's" bow section better than that of the "Flame" There's really not much to say that hasn't already been (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) These ships are fantastic. The fact they're "limited edition" makes them even more special. (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Shure...(URL) Looking back at it now, I like it even less! The photo quality, the page, the model....could be up for a total retrofit one of these days. (...) Oh yeah! I had totally forgotten about that guy....how embarassing :P (...) (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Do you have a link to the Orca? (...) Thanks. (...) You already have turned around the canopy: (URL) Sparrow Hawk> (...) ? --Bram (2 URLs) Bram Lambrecht (URL) www.bldesign.org> (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Not as much build as I should :) The reason this took so long to take pictures of is that at the time that I built the limo, I only had two of those LOM canopies. I wanted to use more smoke colored glass for the escorts, but I didn't have any. (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Thanks! (...) Well, the cockpit is entirely in front of the doors, and the passenger area is entirely behind the doors, so they are pretty separated. There is no physical partition, but I suppose there could be. --Bram (2 URLs) Bram Lambrecht (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) SNIP (...) Truely excellent work. great color & form all a-'round' heh. Jeff (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) SNIP (...) SNIP (...) WOW. WOW. They're all infinitely beyond fantastic. I have to visually digest these for awhile. the small binocular-wing fighters are great. the whole acheivement reminds me of a fractal; the closer you look, it's still (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Paul, these are so fine that I'm going to spend some time giving feedback on the pics which I'll post separately per ship. Meanwhile, 1) are they going to stay together for a while? 2) are these going to be at any fests or cons? -paul (2 URLs) (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) 10 bucks for your entire collection! I'll even pay shipping. Hurry, this offer won't last long! :-) James Wilson Dallas, TX (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Ok Paul. You do the web work and we will! (URL) Adm. Giddens <>< (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Bram, Marvelous, once again you are the master of vehicles. Thanks, George (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) aK! What a great work of art. I love it. The black-n-silver look... the roundness... the SNOT... the inside... The only thing I don't like are the escorts. I dunno why... I guess the sides just don't mesh with me as much as the Limo. (2 URLs) (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Agreed. Now! :) (2 URLs) >> (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) no, I'm sellin' mine first. to Paul, of course so he can continue to build more of these wonderful ships -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Holy Fleeb $&#*! Ugg. I'm not gonna post pictures of my new MOCs for about a month now. And I thought building a sixty-stud long ship was an achievment... What can I say. You shure broke your MOC silence with a big bang. More pictures of the (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I believe that they are taken with an old digitial camera. Not many cameras have a manual white balance, (mine doesn't and its MSRP was $400) but some of them might have selectable white-balance, in which you can choose incadecent, sunlight, (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) uh oh, here it comes ;-) (...) ah, that canopy protects the dishes inside it, but then you can't see those in these pics... (...) says you :-D (...) ja, I really really like construction equipment in real life, and I've been thinking about (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) oooh, a very pimpin mobile. nice upper crust D-zign. reminds me of a Tim Burton, Gotham, kind of thing. my favorite part is in this pic (URL) the silver horns in the back. oh thats fresh. -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Once again, your creativity knows no bounds. You need a site for The PCS Universe. You need to do it. You must. Do it now. -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Here's another suggestion: How 'bout a way for a poster to tag a post as having a picture or link to picture or MOC? So one could easily browse the announcements of new MOCs before wading through the commentary about them. James Wilson Dallas, (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.admin.general)
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(...) um.no.:-). This ship started off as a study in exterior panels. smooth panels. I really love those pieces, got mine in (URL) Main Street 6390> when I was a kid, wish I had more. (...) cool, np. thx for the feedback. -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Perhaps the trans neon yellow glass of IVAN made it go all Mad Cow. (It's all because of the fleeb droppings them EBers were usin' to power it) Good job Communist... I MEAN, Comrade, can't wait to see the new ship. (URL) Admiral Giddens <>< P.S. You (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) post them. more is better. :-D -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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It took a week of coaxing, but I'm making progress again. (URL) On MOCpages: (URL) Part 6: Escape Pods and Androids> (URL) Part 7: Ideas> (URL) Part 8: Get Your Engine On> but, wait, as always, but never, PLMKWYT. -Jr.Mar.Hoffman (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I only do that occasionally, and I don't see how it would help with this issue. But you raise an interesting point. If we post a new post with a new subject line, and just reference the earlier post in it using a link (so its not actually a (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Ok, I'm sellin' my bricks. This is too good. Paul, Awesome work. I would love to see 'em in person! I have to say that my fav part is the launch bays... that's just too sweet. Darn you. (nice colors though *cough* PCS *cough*) (URL) Admiral Giddens (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) wow, i'm flattered thx much, Paul. -paul (2 URLs) Paul Hartzog (URL) Et In Arcadia Lego> (custom sig image courtesy of CGidd) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Dude, you rock! These are very impressive! Bulgy details, greeblies, and more, oh my! The colors work well together, and did I detect interior lighting? On a technical note - are these digital photos, or scans of film? If digital, you can get the (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Paul, These are really amazing. Adding the details of the micro fighters on the flight deck make it even more impressive, good use of arrows. Darn those pirates! Thanks, George (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) These are so good it's disgusting, Paul. Ack thpt. A small part of me is disappointed that they aren't minifig scale ships. They're certainly large enough to contain minifig crew compartments. However, I think the ships being microfig gives (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Paul, I think Lucasfilm ought to hire you to build their models. I've never liked the micro scale stuff. But you have converted me. My favorite feature is the hanger bays. Breathtaking. Is it longer than the blockade runner? John (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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HOW DARE YOU!!! Building ships of that magnitude? (...) I quote: "Oh, all they do is complaining!", offcourse this ship has to be dismantled, it's not allowed to have more LEGO bricks! : ) I love the hanger at the back, and the cute little fighters. (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space)
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(...) Well done, Bram. I like the police bikes too. The only nitpicky thing I can mention is that the driver's cockpit doesn't seem to be separated from the passenger's area. Rich dudes like to have their privacy on occasion. ;) -Grand Admiral and (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Hi Paul, This is some of the best microfig work I've seen, for sure. Beautiful ships, indeed. Could you tell us what your inspiration was? (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I like the cycle too. I'm a sucker for Tron lightcycles. :D Austin, your sig image is WAY too big. It could easily be 1/2 the size and we'd still be able to see it clearly. -Grand Admiral and Keeper of Fleebnorks (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Mmmmm...that's nice. That's what I was trying to go for with my Orca armoured limo, but didn't turn out nearly as sleek as this. Those black arched cuves really help smooth out the lines...gives it that classic 50's swank with the daisy cutter (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Gack. Ug. Fleegb.. I....wow. To be honest, it's going to take me a long while to come back with anything on these absolutely, gorgeous creatures of the void. There is simply too much to drink in all at once. Smacking me square in the face is (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Well, actually, IGOR-3 and IGOR-4. Eastern Block Cosmos Directorate, Office of the Junior Marshal would like to announce the success of its IGOR program. "IGOR" stands of Inferential General Operations Robot, and was designed as a general purpose (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Absolutely astonishing. They both have good color placement, intritic detailing, and neat little micro space fighters. But the true achievement is how they almost resemble Mon Calamari battleships. I hadn't even thought it possible. Great (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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Paul, Absolutely amazing, as ever. Like all the great builders (and they know who they are), your creations serve as both an inspiration and a daunting challenge to us also-rans. God bless, Matt W. (Who now has several dozen suspicious eyes looking (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Holy! That there be plumb sweet,she be! I here ya, Paul...she must have been tough to build and get right. But what an awesome result! I really enjoy the sleakness and the gun placement, particularly the squatness of the main turrest. The (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(3 URLs) The Empyrean Flame> Never again. It was a labour of love (all 1.2 metres of it), but the affair is over... It was fun to build, and I was glad to make a microscale (space)battleship with the features it has, but there's just too many (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.microscale, FTX) !!
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(...) Wow, great amount of features! The front is masterfully done. My favourite would have to be the door handles. Shame about how those canopies don't fit flush, though. The "alpha team sub" half-canopies come in trans-black in some set, I (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) Wow! I was wondering what you were up to... Some simply beautiful work, Bram. This is the first split cockpit craft that I have seen, and it's really distinctive. The retro front end is a nice work of SNOT. And great use of the LOM glass (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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I actually built this model back in January, but I wanted to build the police escorts before taking photos of it. After building the hovercycles last week, I finally go around to taking pictures today. (2 URLs) Limousine with Escort> Of note is the (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build, lugnet.space, FTX) !!
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(...) Yeah, my bad. found the posts about it about 10 minutes after I posted... James (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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In lugnet.space, Rick Hallman wrote: also like ship in this (...) Rick, That is my Kestrel Fighter. You can see more pictures here: (URL) That is actually an upgrade I was thinking of doing. -Austin (URL) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) I really liked this VTOL. Also, looking at your brickshelf, I like the large motorcycle, it looks like a Lightcycle from TRON. I also like ship in this picture: (URL) It looks really functional, like they started with the guns and then built (...) (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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I too use (or will be using) DP9 for inspiration-great site. -Austin (22 years ago, 17-Jun-03, to lugnet.space, FTX)
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