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Modular fortress *new pics 5Apr 05*
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 11:12 am
by Troy T. Moore
Here is my latest large project;
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=105730
It is built CCC like, with technic bricks and pins, so that it can be taken apart for transportation. I only have 2 parts done shown here, the gatehouse and a corner tower with some wall.
A couple of details I want to point out is the machicolations on the gate house
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=1000492
and the murder holes between the portcullis and wooden doors
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=1000484
Questions and comments welcome.
Re: Modular fortress
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 1:08 pm
by JoshWedin
Very good job, Troy! The wealth of architectural detail is enormous. I especially like the arrow loops in the guardroom. They are different than any I seen before. Keep it up, I can't wait to see the finished product!
Josh
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 3:40 pm
by forester3291
I rally like it. I have always enjoyed seeing other people's MOCs. Ecpecially Castle ones.
I really like all the detaill put into this.
Can't wait to see the completed MOC!
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 4:42 pm
by LEGOFREAK
verrry nice. Deceptively simple.
Over all I like the modularity
the details are nice and simple with out being cluttered, and overwhelming. I really like the way you can get inside.. nice way to play.
F
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 4:47 pm
by TheOrk
Great job so far! I've seen plenty of good castles before, but only a few of them are so well detailed. Please finish it soon.
Posted: Mon Nov 22, 2004 10:15 pm
by lil Jon
Thats pretty nice. Modular structures are always good.
Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:15 am
by Troy T. Moore
Thank you all for your kind comments. Did you notice that there are bleys in the mix (all the capstones, some arches and bricks)? I decided to get over the colour change issue and bought 1000 bley pieces off of BL. It is more work building because I purposely tried to mix them in so there would not be big patches..... Another 1000, preferably 2 x 4's and it will be easier.
Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:47 am
by The Tennis Ball Kid
I did notice the Bley, but I didn't say anything because I can't quite decide whether or not I like way it makes the old gray look yellowed in comparision.
It is an impressive structure though, modularity is always good.
Posted: Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:53 am
by Mr. D
Really neat! I also like the simpleness which Freak mentioned earlier. The black, red, and gray blend really well togeather. I actually really like the affect of Bley with Grey. The whole thing is really well done.
D-man
Posted: Tue Apr 05, 2005 5:41 pm
by Troy T. Moore
Ever notice how real life gets in the way...... I built a bit yesterday and finished it off for now. I have the interior of the keep to finish (some fiddlely bits on their way via Bricklink) so no pics of that. Plus real life stuff prevents me from uploading all pics at the moment. LMKWYT.
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=1174214
Posted: Tue Apr 05, 2005 9:32 pm
by Nathendricks428
Very nice. I really like the way you put points on those bricks that come up off the wall. I don't know the correct name for that castle structure. This is what I am talking about:
http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?i=1000490
Neat!
Posted: Tue Apr 05, 2005 10:27 pm
by ottoatm
Well, not much more to say after everyone else's post... but I wanted to give special props to the battlements... I know it's a simple detail, but they are kind of unique and add a really cool touch. Really great work!
Posted: Wed Apr 06, 2005 12:13 am
by Jacob C.
Actual Machicolations & Murder holes!
Very cool!
The level of detail on your fortress is awesome!
Didn't really notice the bley bricks in there myself.
Excellent work!