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June 2006
Classic Castle Stories Contest
The CC Team 29 VI 06

The object of this contest is to encourage the creation of castle theme stories. Subject matter may be anything within the castle theme, including historical and the fantastical. All stories must have a beginning, middle and an end. We do not want chapter one of your magnum opus! There are major points for having an interesting plot and dynamic characters, so be creative! Check out the full details here.


Border Bridge
Bruce N. H. 27 VI 06

There was a time when open war raged between the Falcons and the Crusaders, but in recent years a fragile peace has been established. Seeking to encourage travel and trade they have built a Border Bridge across the river that separates them. Neither kingdom really trusts their former foes, though, so each has fortified their end of the bridge, lest it become a route for invading armies if war should erupt again.

At least that's how Jacob Cournoyer, Jacob C in our forum, sees it. Over the past year he's impressed us with several large castles, but he wanted to do something different, resulting in this MOC. All of Jacob's creations can be seen in his Brickshelf gallery or on his MOCpage.


Col Du Mont Tower
Bruce N. H. 26 VI 06

Brody Larson is one of the most recent Classic-Castle members (forum name brody). Back when he was 8, he received 6080, King's Castle, for Christmas - his very first LEGO set. He soon had several other great sets and built his own imaginary castle worlds. A few years later, other concerns - girls, surfing, high school - pushed the LEGO aside and he entered a dark age. Luckily he did not sell or give away his bricks, but rather hid them away and they sat there waiting patiently for his return. In the meantime he graduated and went on to a career in design, and he credits his early days with LEGO in fostering his creative skills. A few months ago he visited his parents' home and found his old bricks and figured he'd take them out and play again. The result was Col Du Mont Tower.

Brody writes: "There were many people who inspired me by creating amazing MOCs and putting them out there for the world to see. Forgive me if I don't get your name right: Takeshi Itou, Jojo, CAI, Marakoeschtra, and many others. Col du Mont was basically an experiment, to see if I could incorporate into my own work the things I learned by studying the works of these, and other, builders. ... Where did the name Col du Mont come from? I wanted a name that would indicate the tower's intended setting, which was in a high mountain pass. So, I looked at some maps of passes in the Alps, and blended one or two of the names together: Col du Mont."

Brody is currently building a companion tower and wants to continue with a series of creations for his Crusader figs. Keep an eye on his Brickshelf gallery for future developments. For more insight into how Brody builds, check out this great post on planning MOCs.


Weekly Set Re-Review: Prisoner Convoy
Ben E. 25 VI 06

Join the weekly Classic Castle set review discussion. Please post your opinions of the models' play ability, creativity, design, etc. Which models stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week’s set is 6055 Prisoner Convoy.

Prisoner Convoy, released in 1985, is a jail cart used by the King’s men. It has one knight, a soldier, an archer, and a prisoner. This is the second castle set to have black castle wall pieces. Five horses were included, the most of any castle set.


Summer 2006 Sets Archive Update
Ben E. 25 VI 06

I have updated all sections of the currently available castle sets in our archives. The new sets slated for release later this year will be added when they are available. Check out the accessories section for information on the Viking Keychain and Castle Minifigure Magnet Packs!


Forest Hunter
Bruce N. H. 22 VI 06

Chris Malloy, porschecm2 in our forums, is an AFOL from Del Rio, Texas. Even before he was born, his home was already LEGO-friendly, and as soon as he could he started playing with his older brother's bricks. He says one of his first memories is building LEGO when he was 3. He actually was not into castle at the time, as he mainly built pirates, town, and space. Until recently his only castle sets were 6008 and 6009. Then as he got online and participated in LEGO forums, he eventually found his way to Classic-Castle, and we've converted him. So everyone give yourself a pat on the back.

Chris was inspired by Takeshi Itou's recent Gorge Bridge. He writes "My MOC was originally going to have a small bridge over the creek; but a lack of certain parts made me scrap that idea. Takishi Itou is one of my favourite builders, and I love his 'clean' style: I try to imitate it --albeit imperfectly-- on a *much* smaller scale. When I build a Castle MOC, his work is always in the back of my mind." The result was Chris' Forest Hunter

Chris is an active member of Classic-Castle and Classic Space. His creations can be seen in his Brickshelf gallery and on his MOCpage.


Alternate Model Review: Horse Cart
Ben E. 18 VI 06

Join the Classic Castle alternate model discussion. Please post your opinions of the models' play ability, creativity, design, etc. Which models stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week’s set is 6022 Horse Cart.

Horse Cart was released in 1984. The set has four alternate models on the box including an archery target, chariot and weapons rack, and two carts.


Island Tower
Bruce N. H. 13 VI 06

Chris Edwards is an AFOL from Pennsylvania who has been building with LEGO for over 20 years. He says he was immediately addicted when he first picked up bricks at age 3. He builds in a variety of themes, but recently built a great Island Tower. He was inspired by several great tower MOCs on Brickshelf and also by seeing a SNOT technique for water (perhaps by Keith Goldman). He plans to make more island creations to accompany this one. Check out all of his creations in his Brickshelf gallery or his MOCpage.


Weekly Set Re-Review: Maiden's Cart
Ben E. 10 VI 06

Join the weekly Classic Castle set review discussion. Please post your opinions of the models' play ability, creativity, design, etc. Which models stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week’s set is 6023 Maiden's Cart.

Maiden’s Cart, a lady’s carriage, was released in 1986. This set features a maiden, a foot soldier, treasure chest, and accessories. The rare white maiden’s hat is only available in this set.


10176 Preview Pictures
Ben E. 8 VI 06

Steve Witt of the LEGO Community Team has been kind enough to provide us with exclusive high resolution images of the latest castle 10176. Check out the castle, drawbridge, king, and armory. Discuss the set here.


Alternate Model Review: Supply Wagon
Ben E. 4 VI 06

Join the Classic Castle alternate model discussion. Please post your opinions of the models' play ability, creativity, design, etc. Which models stand up to our catapult of critique and which ones crumble in shame!

This week’s set is 6010 Supply Wagon.

Supply Wagon was released in 1984. The set has three alternate models on the box including a pack horse, chariot, and plow.



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