Robotriffic Sunday

As I rub the sleep from my eyes and sip my PG Tips this morning I'm pleased to see a really cool robot on Flickr. Then another...and ANOTHER. Three robots, three artists, three winners. Rather than post three in a row, I'm mashing them all together in one epic, robotriffic post. I hope you're sitting down kids (I am).

First up is Spr1nt3r. Thirdeye88 describes this as a "doodle" that got more serious. The flexibility and color scheme on this MOC caught my eye. It's just itching to be posed.

Next up is NHI MPHS-NFA-05E (uh, what?) from - NHI -. The proportions and those giant hands make this MOC stand out. It's got some really interesting connections and details too.

Last up, and my personal favorite, is Tubby by m_o_n_k_e_y. Mostly because I think this is probably what I would look like in robotic form.

BrickNerd episode 103 is out!

Featuring a look at Brickstuff, a lighting option for MOCs, a review of R2-D2 and the latest LEGO news. 

The Time Machine

Back before it was cool to put time machines in Deloreans and police call boxes, H. G. Wells showed us how it was done. And Pete Reid shows us how it's done in LEGO.  Incidently, in a total time paradox this photo was taken by a Canon Powershot in 1895. Clearly this thing works.

Return Of The Jedi - The Final Battle

This is some serious Star Warsy mashupness. Flickr user markus19840420 has combined all the intercut scenes in the final battle of ROTJ into a single MOC. One might have thought this impossible, but here it is. Luke is in the throne room, the Falcon is narrowly escaping the explosion as the Ewoks kick some butt.

Edoras

A second phenomenal Tolkien build in one week? Infomaniac brings us this, the great hall of Meduseld, in the capitol city of Edoras, in the land of Rohan. Here King Theoden went all bonkers and stuff, thanks to Wormtongue and Saruman, the jerks.

She's A Devil

If there was any doubt that LEGO can be sexy, this MOC by Pate-Keetongu should put that to rest. It should also silence any critics that think Bionicle and Hero Factory parts are "for kids". Clearly, this is for adults...somewhat deviant adults.

Julius Von Brunk Wins The Internets

I'm a Nintendo nerd, you all know that. So I'm having a hard time keeping my composure here at Starbucks (to avoid spooking the old ladies again). I'm sure all the caffeine isn't helping. This collections of MOCs just blew my mind. Not only is it a pretty spiffy MOC of a N64, controller and carts, but they TRANSFORM! Holy crap!

Mikoto Misaka

One again I lose one HP nerd cred by not knowing who this is. A quick Google search reveals she's a railgun and has a fear of bugs (?). All I know is this is a sweet MOC. Nice work Mike Dung. 

You Know What They Call A LEGO Mosaic In France?

Me either, I don't speak French. But I'm sure they would be impressed with this superb MOC by Adam Meyers. I love stacked plate mosaics, the subtle gradations possible are excellent. If you squint you'd swear this is just a processed photograph.

Bricks By The Bay Is This Weekend

I won't be there, but if you're in the bay area come check out the MOCs and LEGO nerds at Bricks By The Bay. The exhibition is Sunday, Aug 11 from 10am-4pm at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara.

Holy Udderly Amazing Batcow!

This seems custom built for BrickCon's theme this year "Pigs vs Cows", but it's actually for Mr. Xenomurphy's super hero contest. Although I trust we'll get to see it in person in Seattle this October, right Dave? Right?

Scary Feet, Scary Feet, Scary Feet

Mike & Sulley!  I never had a monster under my bed as a youth, unless you count my little brother. You see I slept in the upper bunk, so I didn't worry much about what was under me, unless he was kicking my mattress trying to get my attention. I do recall my brother being deeply disturbed by my Revell Monsters model kits though, so there was some fear in the room.

To Kill A Mockingbird

Who can resist a Gregory Peck MOC? Dave Kaleta couldn't resist building it, I couldn't resist posting it. This scene recreates the court scene in To Kill A Mockingbird, the feature film adaptation of the great modern American classic book. 

I'd Visit This Park

Theme parks are another of my passion (well, Disneyland and LEGOLAND at least) and this huge MOC from OliveSeon looks like one you'd have a hard time getting me out of. Three lands are represented here, Star Wars, LOTR and Marvel, and each land is packed with detail. I'm hoping more images come soon because I want to get a closer look. For now click through and scroll around the largest size, there's lots going on.

Welcome To ILM

This MOC is too nerdy not to post. Being a long time Star Wars fan and a visual effect guy, this one is close to my heart. I remember when we used to build models and actually blow stuff up, good times, good times. Built by  Legopard for a contest at Imperium der Steine. Check out all the pics at MOCpages.

You Kids Stay Off My Lawn!

The best MOCs tell a story or evoke emotion, this does both. I feel like a bit of a dork at Starbucks right now having literally laughed out loud seeing the and spooking some poor old ladies sitting next to me. They're sitting further away now. This is an entry into the Caption This Photo contest on MOCpages. Nice work Paul.

The Council Of Elrond

When the official Council of Elrond set was announced this is what I pictured, then I saw what it really was and, well...meh. This is gorgeous though. The second you look at it you can almost hear the Rivendell music playing. The most delightful detail is Sam, Merry and Pippin all watching from the outside.

Arcanine! Hyper Beam Attack, Go!

Mind=blown. I saw pictures of this trickling in from BrickFair and couldn't believe what I was seeing. And now with decent photographs it's still hard to wrap my head around it. I can't fathom how building like this is accomplished. The WIP pictures make clear how it's suspended on one paw, but they don't explain how this can be done. I'm impressed. I understand the logic of keeping the BG flaws in to emphasize the single point of contact, but this thing deserves to be properly photographed.

TS-18 Earwig

It's a mechanical kinda morning. This this is beautiful, from the color scheme to the details. I have to admit, I thought this was a render at first, the photography is so flawless. Nice work all around legorobo.

Greeble Mech

This thing defies the eyes! I've never seen robotics and greeblies blended so seamlessly. Check out those legs! It's like Gundam meets ED209 and a little Borg cube thrown in for flavor, amazing. The background is a bit distracting, it almost looks like a grainy photo but it's actually textured.