Prototype Elven Watchtower
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Prototype Elven Watchtower
I was playing around with some tree elements and decided to attempt to build a structure for my Wood Elf faction. I came up with this:
I decided that I wanted to do the structure a bit differently than a usual tree house-style build à la Forestmen and went with something that seemed a bit smooth and more organic. I thought that keeping it open-air and using the dish pieces for the roof helped to accomplish this.
I apologize for the poor image quality.
Any suggestions for how to improve the build? Feedback is appreciated!
I decided that I wanted to do the structure a bit differently than a usual tree house-style build à la Forestmen and went with something that seemed a bit smooth and more organic. I thought that keeping it open-air and using the dish pieces for the roof helped to accomplish this.
I apologize for the poor image quality.
Any suggestions for how to improve the build? Feedback is appreciated!
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
I really like the dish plates as roof pieces- it achieves exactly the quality you were looking for. I would suggest adding smaller dishes- this piece: http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=4740 on top of the larger dishes to really finish out the smooth look of the roof. Either way, I like this, and I think it's a nice build!
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
I think I might even have some of those laying around. Thanks for the feedback!
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Lovin' the use of the dishes!
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Cool idea and it looks great! Makes me think of giant toadstools/mushrooms; great for an Elf hideout.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
My thought exactly. If you're remaking it I'd probably try and make the platform less square, as it loses the smoothness of the dishes.Ronin Dragonslayer wrote:Cool idea and it looks great! Makes me think of giant toadstools/mushrooms; great for an Elf hideout.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Where is the tower going to be located? We can give you some ideas relating foliage and what not. Is it going to be in a forest (I assume)?
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Cool tower! Very elf-ish! I suggest adding some of those new white Arabian-style arches. They work great for elves.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Nice start with this! I agree with royalbrickcustoms and SSchmidt. The arches would work great, and if this is in a forest, we can give you tips on foliage. ANY foliage I think would help this as well.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Like everyone else I think foliage white arches and better photos would make this really cool! Nice start dude!
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
Thanks for all the suggestions! Here's some pictures of an updated version:
I used some rounded corner pieces on the front of the platform:
And here are some smaller dishes on top to create a more rounded appearance.
I would love to hear some of the suggestions you all have for foliage. Also, is this the arch piece you suggested, royalbrickcustoms? http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=88292
Thanks again for all the suggestions.
I used some rounded corner pieces on the front of the platform:
And here are some smaller dishes on top to create a more rounded appearance.
I would love to hear some of the suggestions you all have for foliage. Also, is this the arch piece you suggested, royalbrickcustoms? http://www.bricklink.com/catalogItem.asp?P=88292
Thanks again for all the suggestions.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
It's amazing how a little tweak in the structure can improve the build. I believe it looks much better now.
As far as foliage, the suggestions would vary as to where the tower is. Is it in a dense forest? A cleared section of forest?
As far as foliage, the suggestions would vary as to where the tower is. Is it in a dense forest? A cleared section of forest?
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I agree with SSchmidt, it is already looking better! As far as foliage, it would really help to know where this is located. I would say though that dark green foliage would work well with the Dark brown.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
I'm imagining a relatively dense forest. I would have throw in some brick-built trees, but being at uni currenly, I'm with a small percentage of my usual building resources. I'm still open to any suggestions for foliage.
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Re: Prototype Elven Watchtower
I feel quite confident Gary (Caelan on the forum) won't mind me linking some of his builds. In our LCC roleplaying game, he is a noteworthy builder, and some of his best work (I feel) involves creating dense environments. Let me link you two that come to mind.
Defense of Little Round Top, Overview by Gary^The^Procrastinator, on Flickr
Lenfel Scout Snipers: Taking Down A War Elephant by Gary^The^Procrastinator, on Flickr
I think both of these give two different interpretations of somewhat dense foliage. They could serve as a suitable starting point in creating the environment around your elven watchtower.
Defense of Little Round Top, Overview by Gary^The^Procrastinator, on Flickr
Lenfel Scout Snipers: Taking Down A War Elephant by Gary^The^Procrastinator, on Flickr
I think both of these give two different interpretations of somewhat dense foliage. They could serve as a suitable starting point in creating the environment around your elven watchtower.
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