The Perfect Pass

Just when I thought I could go back to not caring about soccer (hey, the World Cup is over and I'm American), Siercon & Coral bring us their entry to the Eurobricks Turtle Madness Contest. And just like Koopa Paratroopa dominates the field, I think they may dominate this contest with this entry.

It's Not A Bear

Some fun Koala facts:

• Koalas are not bears, they are marsupials.
• The don't necessarily need to drink, they get their hydration from leaves.
• They often sleep 18-20 hours a day.
• When build in LEGO by Bruce Lowell, they are particularly adorable

Scarlet Spider Vs Venom

While this isn't necessarily a MOC per say, it's still LEGO art in my opinion, and it's compelling. Builder Grantmasters has skillfully and patiently arranged all manner of LEGO elements to create an image inspired by Fleer's Ultra Spiderman cards from the 90's. The effect is quite cool.

Stealth Is Not A Feature

Nothing speaks of confidence than to roll on your enemy with supreme firepower painted bright yellow. This obnoxiously yellow landship (that's space_e's official title) sports three turrets and four treads in counter triangular configuration. And if that wasn't enough, it's also remote controlled with an adder-subtractor drive. It's a lumbering beast that is designed to dominate the battlefield, regardless of color.

In Summer!

Dateline Miami Florida

Scientists researching the negative effects of men over 50 wearing speedos were startled today to discover a small snowman enjoying the summer heat and sun. Using instruments they had on hand they took several measurements and could not explain the apparent decelerated melt rate of the afore mentioned snow. After several hours study the team adjourned to a nearby hotel to study the data. It should be noted that during all that time it escaped the scientists attention that the snowman did indeed walk, talk, sing and wear a silly hat.

Ossuary

I featured Crazy Bricks' skulls on episode 206 of BrickNerd. But even though I had a fairly generous handful of them, the thought of building something like this would have never occurred to me. I guess it speaks to V&A Steamworks' darker side that this is even a thing. I think maybe we should keep a close eye on Guy...just sayin'

2054 Lexus Concept

Say what you will about 2002's Tom Cruise film Minority Report, there was some way cool design in that movie. From the gesture-based displays to the jet packs, there was cool tech everywhere you looked. But very little of it was as cool as the Lexus concept car, and now we can admire it in brick form thanks to Mad Physicist.

Beach Fruit Hut

Having just returned from a wonder vacation in Hawaii, the timing on this MOC is perfect. Builder Miro78 as crafted the quintessential beach hut, where all the locals and the tourists can get some delicious fruit and lemonade. I wonder if they serve shave ice?

UPDATE: This has just been accepted as a LEGO Ideas project, head over and love on it.

Rockin' Fett

Did you know Boba Fett was a rock star? Neither did I! I also never suspected Han Solo frozen in carbonite could double as an amp, but luckily M<0><0>DSWIM came along to enlighten us. Rock on Boba, rock on...

It's Good To Be Bad

Disney villains are my wife's favorite, and Maleficent is one of the best. This simple but super effective figure by legorobo:waka captures her essence perfectly. The horns are particularly effective, with clever use of the mini machine guns to get the compound angles.

Bank Of Prophet

I will admit, beyond just the coolness factor of this MOC, I have no background on it. I never played Bioshock Infinite, and have no real knowledge if it. So I consulted my resident expert (12 year old Connor) and I have it under good authority this this is "awesome". I have to agree.

Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200

But do check out this excellent little Monopoly MOC by iridescent nohow. I've spent many, many hours playing this game in my life, and I always seem to lose. Unless we're playing my Star Wars special edition, then I win just for getting the Boba Fett piece.

Spawn

Back in the 90's Todd MacFarlane's Spawn made waves in the comic world and then in the toy world. Now Orion Pax is here to make waves in the AFOL community with this amazing build of the title character. While I'm not a huge fan of customization, I have to say the paint work and modifications on this MOC are amazing. 

Arc170 PunkFighter

We have a new weapon in the fight against the evil colonial empire, the Arc 170 PunkFighter. We have word that Commodore Tarkin and his right hand man Lord Byron von Vaderham have moved forces closer to the 180th parallel. This modern age vessel should help us turn the tide.

Built by Dodge for FBTB's MOC Madness 2014

Ready For The Night?

SM seeks SF

I'm seeking a lady who likes adventure, and isn't afraid of the dark. I enjoy the night life, I like to boogie. I really enjoy gadgets and dressing up for a evening on the town. I have my own car (several in fact) so I can pick you up. While I do spend plenty of time in my parent's basement, I actually own the house since I was orphaned as a child. 

If interested please see Commissioner Gordon, he knows how to contact me.

Settlement On Epherna 1

Micro scale space dioramas always make my geeky heart go pitter patter. This one from Tim C76 makes it go boomshakashaka! Check out all the awesome detail in this thing, from the subtle use of trans blue throughout, to the bevel gears to add texture and my favorite detail the flex tubing in the large dishes to add windows around the edges of the biggest tower. 

Die Fry Die!

Ladies and gentleman of the jury, I submit to you this piece of evidence, a security camera shot from the night of the incident. As you can see, the defendant is clearly...wait for it...relishing (condiment humor) in his act. This wasn't a case of mistaken identity. This wasn't self defense. And this certainly wasn't a case of jaywalking. This was murder, cold and calculated.

Master Greybeard's House

Whenever I see a build in this style for some reason celtic music or something similar the the Lord of the Rings soundtrack plays in my head. There's just something so wonderfully organic and appealing when it's done right, and this MOC by One More Brick is done right. I especially like the tapered foundation, it feels at once like it might tip over and also sit soundly forever.

Manta V

What do you get when you combine neo classic space aesthetics with deep sea inspiration? The Manta V by eldeeem. I love the shape of this craft, the gentle curve to the hull makes it look almost like a sub, but that's not a bad thing. And he use of the curved track is brilliant.

Exo Suit Comparison

Exo Suit designer Peter Reid has posted a fantastic side-by-side of his design vs the final product from LEGO and LEGO designer Mark Stafford. Clearly scale is a major deviation, as well as ankle joints and some of the larger body components like the barrels in the forearms. But as you can see it's faithful to the spirit, and fantastically designed. I prefer Pete's compactness and more mechanical look, but I sorta like LEGO's take on contrast. I prefer Pete's more exposed cockpit as well, but Mark's makes great use of the new handlebars. We'll have a LiveBuild and full review soon enough, in the mean time just stare at this and droooooool.