One Ends, Another Begins

I had the honor and burden of judging the last Iron Builder, in which CMaddisson emerged victorious. But no sooner does one end, than the next epic struggle begins. This round pits Legonardo Davidy against 6kyubi6, and what a round it will be. Both builders have unique and very different styles, and the seed part (the musketeer sword) should prove to be a challenge to both. Let's all sit back and enjoy the action.

Oh, and Spongebob Squarepants has always been a fixture in this house, in fact I hung a Spongebob ornament on the tree yesterday. So I would be amiss if I didn't post this awesome MOC of Gary

Feeling The Pressure

The latest Iron Builder rages on, and if history is any indication, both builders should be equipped with one of these little babies by cmaddison, because the pressure is 'building' (see what I did there?) I've personally never competed, and I don't think I ever will. Because I'd be redlining from the start and probably blow a gasket by week two . 

It's On!

Yes ladies and gentledorks, it's Iron Builder time again! This round pits veteran cmaddison against first-timer retinence, and it's going to be good. Chris Maddison has drawn first blood, but the battle will rage on for a month, so there's still plenty time to bleed. Sit back and enjoy LEGO fans.

Johnny Five

I'll say one thing for Iron Builder, it makes my job easy, Today we're getting retro with some 80's robotic action. This is Johnny Five from the classic movie Short Circuit by Pepa Quin. I've always been a fan of this robot. Short Circuit came out when I was graduating high school and planning on going into the film industry...to do animatronics. It's hard to understate how inspiring this work was to me.

Punch It Chewie!

This is so cool. I'm sure a fair percentage of the population would look at this latest MOC from Pepa Quin and just scratch their head muttering something like "Is it for a video game?" But we know better, we're nerds, we love Star Wars, and we know this is from the console of the Millennium Falcon.

Burger, Fries, Lemon Coke Please...

I've stated my weakness for a classic greasy spoon diner here before. So it's no mystery why I find this latest Iron Builder MOC from Pepa Quin so appealing. But this goes beyond just sentiment here, this is an outstanding build. Look at the simulated seams in the upholstery done with half stud offsets, the classic metal bands around the benches, the bolts on the base of the table and the condiments, this is stunning work.

Through The Mirror

This was one of those "wait a second, that's LEGO?" moments this morning. It's also one of those "AHHHHH" moments. I don't know what it is about mirrors and the human psyche, but we're perpetually crafting disturbing images and stories about them. And thanks to Pepa Quin we have another legend to contemplate, I'm going to name her Mildred, and she continually judges your water temperature.

Battle Ready

Humans have engineered quite a staggering number of ways of inflicting harm on other humans. And of course, they've also come up with an almost equal number of ways to prevent such harm. Here's both in one excellent MOC by One More Brick. One long jabby thing to make holes in someone, and some really uncomfortable accessories to prevent such holes.

Doof Wagon

The discerning gentleman prefers to travel in style and comfort, surrounded by his favorite things. Perhaps those things are burled walnut, fine grade leather and a superior sound system. Then again maybe those things are a ridiculous sound system, a harness suspension system and a FLAME THROWING GUITAR! Builder Pepa Quin seems to prefer the later.

Fuel Up

I have mixed feelings on this. First, it's fossil fuel, which we really need to get beyond. But, how many times have you been rescued by the side of the road with one of these? This is also exactly like the gas can I used as a kid to fuel up the lawnmower I hated using. But then again it's also the one we would "borrow" when we needed to set something on fire for a super-8 movie (kids, don't set stuff on fire, it's dumb like I was). And lastly this one's built with LEGO by Pepa Quin, so overall it has to be a positive.

Lawn Pwner

It's been many years since I've used, let alone owned one of these machines. I loathe yard work, I really do, so I pay someone else to do it for me. That doesn't mean I don't appreciate the wonder that is the modern lawnmower. There's something very satisfying in a machine who's sole purpose is to spin a whirring blade of death and decapitate blades of grass. This version by Pepa Quin is more my speed though, small, quiet and made of bricks.

Burger, Fries And A Lemon Coke Please

I'm a sucker for a retro diner. Just last weekend I was in LA and had to have lunch at Cafe 50's as soon as I saw it. I'm also a sucker for a retro build, and this immaculate diner interior by One More Brick  has all the right details. Now, can you tell me what fresh pie you have?

Iron Builder Is On

The part has been chosen, the gauntlet has been laid, the competitors are already engaged, it's time for another epic Iron Builder! This round it's Pepa Quin vs One More Brick, and it's going to be a good one if the early MOCs are any indication. I won't pick a favorite, but who are you rooting for?

Warhammer

No, this is not going to be yet another post about some amazing game related MOC where I confess I haven't played the game. In fact, I'm not even going to go Google to get more info to even attempt to sound informed. Because none of that matters, just look at this spiffy MOC by KOS! Then click through for more pics and some background on the build. My work here is finished, back to animating...

Proud MOC

It seems no matter how many Iron Builder challenges I see, I'm always still amazed at the speed, creativity and quality of the builds, and this one is no different. These guys are cranking out MOC after MOC, and each one is better than the last. Like this stunning peacock from KOS, amazing.

Got A Quarter?

I don't know why, but one of my first vivid memories is my dad loading me and my brother into the back of the family car at some ungodly hour of the morning to set out cross county. Once we were safely loaded in, he handed us two giant handfuls of those prizes you get from machines like this one from Gilcélio. They kept us occupied until at least the city limit as we headed off to Topeka...in a beetle.

Stitch

There are multiple levels of cool going on here. First, it's Stitch, one of my favorite Disney characters. Next, it's Iron Builder, his nose is the seed part. Lastly is the form factor, directly inspired by MOCs build last Nerdvember. I do think he'd look better with some Nerdly glasses though :-)

Stinky Stuff

Does anyone use perfume atomizers anymore? It seems like when I was a kid they were on display all over the place, including on top of my parent's dresser, but not actually filled with anything. And they seemed to make regular appearances on TV. But now I realize I can't remember the last time I saw one in the wild. Well, at least until KOS surprised me with this excellent offering of brick-built ones.

The Bane Of Many An Existence

I'm an early riser, just how I am. Maybe it's being a father, or maybe from being a professional, or maybe my cat just knows when to come sit on my bladder. Whatever it is I don't need an alarm clock, at least not usually. But I know many, many out there do, and the sound they make is enough to give them the heebie jeebies when played back at any hour. This MOC by KOSbricks has one major advantage over real alarm clocks, it doesn't actually make noise, so the temptation to smash it to smithereens shouldn't be a problem.

Iron Builder Is On

Brace yourselves, it's time for another round of Iron Builder. This competition is between two amazing builders, KOS brick and Gilcélio, and it's going to be a good one. Both contestants were quick to the MOCs, and already have the first ones done using the seed part of a 2x2 dark blue dome. It's going to be an interesting month.