Illumination

Brucywan has done it again with this clean, beautiful little bankers light. Even with something this small and simple, there's little surprises. Take a look at the stand, that's a microfig in the middle, brilliant.

A Galaxy To Build

Chris McVeigh has updated the instructions for his Star Wars inspired ornaments. Most are PaB compatible and all are adorable. Let's face it, your tree is naked without these. You don't want a naked tree do you? Aunt Doris is coming over and the neighbors can see it through the window. Go there, get these.

My Favorite

I am not shy about the fact that I love pumpkin pie. Not that I think it's wrong to share one's love of dessert, go right ahead. It's just been a bit difficult this holiday season to count points and get my fix. This slice by Ryan K poses no threat though, it's delicious looking and makes me smile, but has zero calories. 

Meep Meep!

Saturday mornings were awesome when I was a kid. For some reason we were able to wake up early with no ill effects (unlike school days) and it was strait to the TV with a bowl of Cheerios to watch Land of the Lost, Speed Racer and classic Warner Bros Cartoons. One of my favorites was always Road Runner, not for the the stupid bird, but for the cunning but misfortunate Wile E. Coyote. This MOC by matt rowntRee sums it all up in one visual image, nicely played.

Many thanks to The Living Brick for the head's up

Demonic Key

This photo is a bit over processed for my taste, but the build is awesome. This is the Demonic Key by mihaimariusmihu, and who knows what nightmares it opens. I love the use of the chains to add texture, and the Ninjago spinner as an eye is inspired.

Podracer Engine

There were very few redeeming values in Episode 1 (none of which make Jar Jar tolerable) but one was the pod race. In fact I remember going to see it again in a theater near me and getting up and leaving after the race. This engine by Nannan Z captures the essence of the racers themselves, power and simplicity. Just two bigass engines with a seat attached, that's racing.

L Fighter

Our pals at FBTB have been running a really cool contest, Alphabet Fighters, and entries are looking awesome. This entry by :VolumeX: is one of my favorites so far. I don't know how at home in the Star Wars universe this is, but I like it!

Screamin' LEGO Deals

Stop reading this and go get some!

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LEGO The Lone Ranger Constitution Train Chase (79111)

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LEGO Chima Cragger Command Ship 70006

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LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit 75005

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LEGO Friends Downtown Bakery

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LEGO Star Wars 9516 Jabba's Palace

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LEGO Kings Castle

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LEGO Architecture White House (21006)

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LEGO Ninjago Temple of Light 70505

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LEGO The Lone Ranger Colby City Showdown (79109)

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Brutal Legend

Check out these beasts! From the video game Brutal Legend comes this rockin' tour bus by Lino M and The Deuce by Proudlove. Both of these reinforce the fact that when it comes to over-the-top hot rods, "too much" simply isn't part of the vernacular. 

Hatsune Miku

What better way to convey a synthetic artist than with ABS plastic? This is singing sensation Hatsune Miku by LEGO DUO Moko. The proportions of this defy logic, how can that much hair be attached and posed? and how does this entire figure stand on those tiny little legs? Masterful.

Vertifin

Novvember is drawing to a close, but Vic Vipers are still popping up. This one by lego_nabii challenges the normal proportions to great effect. That forward facing canopy and rounded fuselage is pretty nifty too.

Winnebago: See The World, Kill Zombies

No, this isn't the vehicle from Breaking Bad, but it has all the same amenities, built in kitchen, full sized bed, seating for 8, ample storage and roof access. And hey, while you're up there why don't you pick off those zombies coming over the ridge.

Monde Cinema

I'm a sucker for art deco, and this lovely cinema by snaillad really caught my eye. I love the exterior walls on this, at once simplistic and cleverly detailed. But the real magic is inside. This interior just makes me happy, with the high ceiling in the lobby, the bar and just check out that stadium seating. I would love to see a movie here.

Turkey And 8 Crazy Nights

I couldn't have said it better myself, Dave Kaleta. Happy Thanksgiving and Chanukah everyone.

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Erebor

This MOC is so big and so detailed and so epic that writing this is the journalistic equivalent of pointing at a leather-bound copy of The Hobbit. Just gaze upon it and forget I was ever here. Go.

The Faun

This MOC from The Deathly Haliwell has a particular significance for me. I don't look back on the films that I've worked on with much pride, there's a lot of crap in my portfolio. But there is one film I did that I have no hesitation in saying I'm most proud of, Pan's Labyrinth. This is the title character, the Faun, and it's superb.

BrickNerd Episode 110 is online!

The 10th episode is available for your viewing pleasure. Featuring Brickcase, a iPad mini case by Smallworks and a review of LEGO Friends 3189 Heartlake Stables. Head over to our YouTube channel and check it out!

LEGO® Friends Girls Heartlake Horse Stable w/ Mini Doll Figures | 3189

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The Galaxy's Most Feared Ornament

This is the last of the 2013 Build-It-Yourself offering from Chris McVeigh. And what better way to end it than with the notorious Slave 1? You can download  instructions to build this here. And if you're quick you can score one of the kits here. For a limited time use the code NERDXMAS and save $5!